You have probably used baking soda, which is also known in the UK as soda of bicarbonate to remove odors in your fridge or used it in DIY carpet cleaning solutions. But the fact of the matter is that baking soda has the ability to regulate pH so it can prevent anything from getting too alkaline or acidic. It is a neutralizing substance which is why it neutralizes odors.
Baking soda is also great for your health due to this reason alone. It is a natural antacid and kills off bacteria and funguses as well. Now let’s look at 12 health benefits you could reap from baking soda.
✱ 12 – A Natural Deodorant
The deodorants you buy from the store have chemicals that can pose risks for diseases such as cancer later on. But if you use baking soda to replace it, then there are no health risks and it works as it neutralizes odors. Take a teaspoon of baking soda and add it to a little bit of water to create a paste and put it on your underarms. It works and it is safe.