Some uses of Baking Soda

Here are a few of the many uses of baking soda that have been found to be effective .

1. For instant relief of gas and it's symptoms, mix 1 or 2 teaspoons of baking soda in a half full glass of warm water. Drink it down quickly. You will start feeling instant relief, as long as you don't mind a some belching.
2. To relieve the pain and itching of a bee sting, pour some baking soda in your hand and add a drop or two of water to make a thick paste. Apply directly to the sting, the you will feel almost instant relief.
3. To help prevent acne, mix one tablespoon of baking soda with 1 teaspoon of water and mix into a paste. Rub unto face using circular motions and rinse well with clear warm water. This will deep clean your pores removing built up oils and make up that often cause acne. It will also remove dead skin leaving your face looking fresher and younger.
4. For bad breath relief, simply add some baking soda onto your toothbrush, brush with it, and then rinse with water. Another option is to purchase toothpastes that already contain a small amount of baking soda.