I am attaching a video about Sodium Bicarbonate Baking Soda in the comments. I highly recommend taking a few minutes to watch.

Amazing coincidence… because just this morning when I took a half teaspoon of Red Mill Baking Soda in water because of an acid stomach, I was amazed it didn’t recommend what I was using it for in the directions. It used to be on the directions of the Arm & Hammer Baking Soda Boxes. (Don’t use Arm & Hammer because it now contains aluminum).

Anyhow, what this video says is 100% TRUE. Including using Sodium Bicarbonate for emergency medicine.

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“Baking soda—that unassuming white powder tucked away in every kitchen—has quietly earned a reputation as one of the world’s most versatile, budget-friendly wellness allies. Far beyond its baking duties, emerging research highlights its potential to support everything from everyday digestive woes to more complex health challenges, all thanks to its knack for balancing the body’s pH levels and countering excess acidity.

It’s no wonder it’s a go-to in many households for those post-meal discomforts. Start with the basics: A simple half-teaspoon dissolved in water acts as a gentle antacid, offering quick relief for indigestion, heartburn, and even acid-related issues like ulcers or gout flare-ups. Medical sources like Mayo Clinic back this up, noting how sodium bicarbonate neutralizes stomach acid. It’s no wonder it’s a go-to in many households for those post-meal discomforts.

But the intrigue deepens with inflammation. Animal studies have shown promising results: Baking soda appears to dial down inflammatory markers and ease pain responses, sparking interest in its role for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune disorders. A 2025 review in Technology Networks pointed to how it might tweak immune signaling in macrophages, potentially easing chronic inflammation without the side effects of heavier meds. Human applications are still unfolding, but it’s a reminder that simple interventions can sometimes pack a punch.

For respiratory bugs, folklore from a century ago—like 1918 flu-era tips—touted alkalinizing with baking soda to shorten symptom duration, with some anecdotal reports of relief in under two days. Modern evidence is lighter here, but its pH-balancing act could support overall immune resilience during cold and flu season, per wellness experts exploring natural adjuncts.

In kidney health, the science is more robust. Multiple clinical trials, including a 2024 study in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, demonstrate that oral sodium bicarbonate can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease by correcting metabolic acidosis—potentially preserving function and delaying the need for dialysis. It’s a low-cost strategy that’s gained traction in nephrology circles.

Perhaps the most head-turning angle? Oncology research. Preclinical work, like a 2018 Ludwig Cancer study, suggests baking soda could tweak the acidic tumor microenvironment, making cancer cells more vulnerable to therapies and potentially slowing growth in models. A 2023 Healthline overview echoes this, noting it might enhance chemo’s punch by raising pH around tumors—though experts stress it’s no standalone cure, just a fascinating complement under medical guidance.  Always chat with your doc before experimenting.

Athletes, take note: If lactic acid buildup is your workout nemesis, baking soda shines as a natural buffer. Studies in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition show it delays fatigue, letting you push longer at peak effort—think extended sprints or HIIT sessions. That’s why it’s been outright banned in horse racing (yep, those infamous “milkshakes” for thoroughbreds), as confirmed by racing authorities worldwide—proof of its edge, but a nod to fair play.