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| QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | ||||||
| BAKING SODA DETAILS | ||||||
| BAKING SODA VS BAKING POWDER | ||||||
| ACID REFLUX | ||||||
| ACNE | ||||||
| ALKALIZING PH | ||||||
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| ALUMINUM IN BAKING SODA | ||||||
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Baking Soda Cures
WARNING!
*** BAKING SODA CAN DEPLETE THE BODY OF ESSENTIAL VITAMINS AND MINERALS, ESPECIALLY B VITAMINS, FOLIC ACID AND CHROMIUM!
PLEASE READ ALL THE READER-REPORTED SIDE EFFECTS BELOW AND ALSO ON THE APPLE CIDER VINEGAR & BAKING SODA CURES PAGE.
DISCLAIMER
Our readers offer information and opinions on Earth Clinic, not as a substitute for professional medical prevention, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult with your physician, pharmacist, or health care provider before taking any home remedies or supplements or following any treatment suggested by anyone on this site. Only your health care provider, personal physician, or pharmacist can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for your unique needs or diagnose your particular medical history.
POPULAR REMEDIES:
| SKIN | 6 YEAS |
| CANKER SORES | 5 YEAS |
| BURNS | 5 YEAS |
| ACID REFLUX | 5 YEAS |
| ACNE | 5 YEAS |
| MULTIPLE CURES | 5 YEAS |
BAKING SODA DETAILS
"Details from the box of Arm & Hammer Pure Baking Soda:
Nutritional Facts:
Serving Size: 1/8 teaspoon (600mg) **
Carlories: 0
Total Fat: 0g
Sodium 150mg (6% Daily Value)
Protein 0g
**Amount in a serving of baked food.
Uses
Relieves:
* heartburn
* acid indigestion
* sour stomach
* upset stomach due to these symptoms
Warnings:
Do not use if you are on a sodium restricted diect unless directed by a doctor.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
Do not administer to children under age 5.
STOMACH WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT TAKE UNTIL POWDER IS COMPLETELY DISSOLVED. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO TAKE THIS PRODUCT WHEN OVERLY FULL FROM FOOD OR DRINK.
Consult a doctor if severe stomach pain occurs after taking this product.
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 2 weeks.
Directions:
Add 1/2 teaspoon to 1/2 glass of water every 2 hours or as directed by physician.
Dissolve completely in water.
Accurately measure 1/2 teaspoon.
Do not take more than the following amounts in 24 hours:
Seven 1/2 teaspoons
Three 1/2 teaspoons if you are over 60 years
Do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks.
Other Information: Each 1/2 teaspoon contains 616mg sodium"
Replies01/05/2011: Mesem from Toulon, France replies: "I grew up in the 1970's with parents who took cidre vinegar, brewers yeast, molasses, kelp, yogurt etc. My mother did not like using bicarbonate of soda in cooking because it destroys B-vitamins. Many restaurants use it to make their greens look greener - beware. I cannot follow Ted's advice of SB with ACV because of this."
04/01/2011: Peter from Eden, Nsw Australia replies: "In my own case or personal experience. For the last 20 years I have suffered from reflux or upset stomach. Many doctors have prescribed reflux medication, some helped but nothing fixed the problem. So after cleaning a drain with Bi Carb (Baking Soda) I thought I would try it on myself. I took half a small teaspoon of bi carb in about an inch of water in a glass. This instantly fixed the reflux. (Great) and lasted for a week.
Note: If you suffer chest pains, as the above take half a small teaspoon of bi carb in about an inch of water in a glass. If you only have Reflux or indigestion it will instantly neutralise the acid causing reflux and related pain. If however the pain persists after 5 minutes it could be angina or heart related.
However over the years the daily dosage needed to keep the reflux in check rose to 5 teaspoons of bi-carb each day. Finally in desperation I looked through the Internet. The cause of the reflux I had been having all those years was caused by sugar. 8 to 10 cups of coffee and tea each day with 2 spoons of sugar in each cup, also several glasses of soft drinks. That's about 8000 yes eight thousand spoonfuls a year. So I simply cut out sugar and soft drinks (No artificial sweeteners or chocolate) Since that day I have never had reflux or needed to take anything to combat it.
I also had a problem over many years with painful mouth ulcers. Constantly reoccurring. I cut out using tomato sauce and this problem also went away (could be the high levels of sugar and acids).
Everyone who eats sugar suffers from an upset stomach in varying degrees. It does not worry some people. However the human body makes a natural antacid to balance this. However it uses the calcium in your body to produce this natural antacid. So if you consume large amounts of sugars in your diet you could have to take calcium supplements.
Regards, Peter"
12/29/2011: Flowerchild from Nashville, Tn replies: "After years of acid reflux and stomach issues I started to think I was lactose intolerant. I lived on antacids and stomach relaxers. Then I went on a high protein diet and was eating milk products but no carbs and all my stomach problems disappeared. Sure enough it was the sugar that was the problem. I do take omeprazole daily. It is available by prescription or over the counter. I do like the idea of using baking soda to keep my system alkaline since I eat a lot of fruit and drink juice."
02/01/2012: Max Power from Adelaide, South Australia replies: "I have to admit this site is my number one source for BS remedies. If I'm sick in anyway and in need of BS suggestions I come here. So many experienced people looking to share their BS ideas with others. Thanks Earth Clinic!"
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BAKING SODA VS BAKING POWDER
03/24/2009: Eileen from St Andrews, Fife, Scotland writes: "Hi there,
Ted mentions ACV with Baking Soda. I assume the latter is Sodium Bicarbonate (and not what we call Baking Powder here in the UK). I live in UK and tried to locate pharmaceutical grade Sodium Bicarbonate but was confused that it came under the heading of Industrial Chemicals with other cleaning agents!! Have I got the right stuff. I don't want to end up swallowing something I'm supposed to claen my kitchen sink with!!
Many thanks, Eileen"
RepliesEC: Baking soda is both used for cleaning and for heartburn! Here are 2 posts from apple cider vinegar + baking soda page that may clarify the issue:
04/23/2007: Janelle from Brisbane, Australia replies: "After reading a lot of comments regarding this remedy, it seems that people are getting confused between Bicarb Soda and Baking Soda. They are two different products. Could you please make it clear to those people who are referring to Bicarb Soda. Thanks.
4/24/2007: Janelle writes again: "Hi, I wrote to you yesterday asking if you could advise people about the difference between Baking Soda and Bicarbonate Soda. It seems that it was actually my mistake. In Australia and England (it seems) we don't refer to a product called Baking Soda. We call it Bicarb Soda. I think some people outside the US are getting confused because we also have Baking Powder which is a different product, usually Wheat/Corn flour with added Mineral Salts. Bicarb Soda is definately Sodium Bicarbonate and is the correct product. Hope this clears things up. Thanks for the great website."
06/18/2010: A. Rose from Portland, Or replies: "hi, I think it's very important to clarify that bicarbonate of soda is manufactured in at least two different ways. One of the ways uses other potentially harmful chemicals, with the final product being bicarbonate of soda, but it is for industrial uses and not necessarily safe for eating.The bicarbonate of soda, or baking soda, product made for household use and sold under a certain popular brand in the USA, for instance, is specifically made with a DIFFERENT process and not using the same industrial chemicals. So please, use a product that is labeled and specifically made for household uses including food, if you intend to put it in food / drink, ingest it, bathe in it, or clean dishes with it, etc."
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ACID REFLUX
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[YEA] 04/05/2010: Shotzie from Lynchburg, Va writes: "Last night I had such an attack of gastric acid reflux I thought I was going to have a heart attack and die. I am not exaggerating. I tried everything ice, tums, milk.... Then I went on line and googled your site. I tried the baking soda 1/4 tsp in 8 oz of water and what a difference. WOW I am singing your praises today. Did sleep upright in the recliner finally got some sleep. THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! Why hasn't a doctor told me this before? Today I do have some chest congestion ( I think I got some acid in my lungs) but what a difference. I have bookmarked your site and will be here again. Thanks so much!!!"
Replies08/25/2010: Lorrie70 from Redwater, Alberta, Canada replies: "I just want to tell ''YEA'' that I have just lost my son from a heart attack, being his arteries were 90% blocked. He use to get bad ''heartburns'' too... So just to be safe instead of sorry, why don't you get your heart checked? It could be more serious than you think..... Lorrie"
11/05/2011: Pete from Fort Collins, Colorado replies: "I think you're right. I think that may have been a heart attack too. I had one 4 years ago so I know.I get gas, reflux, etc too, but a tums, cold water, almost anything going down your throat should at least change the feeling and the pain for a short while. If it doesn't change, it's probably your heart. I think taking the baking soda was just a coincidence and the angina may have been subsiding at the same time.
Please get a stress test and a scan. The doctors saved my butt luckily. I had my heart attack at 44 years old. Two of my arteries were blocked, I now have three stents in my heart and I've lost 45% of the function of my heart. Don't let this happen to you. An EKG will show if that was a heart attack or not too. Good luck."
01/11/2012: Mike from Sydney, Australia replies: "Here is my formula for curing serious heart disease.1. Stop Red Meat
2. Filter your water and shower water: Chlorine causes heart disease as does fluoride.
3. Take as much Spirulina as you can - 40 grams a day is a good start. You need the protein.
4. Start taking at least 2mg of Magnesium chloride or Magnesium citrate from a quality supplier. Keep some handy. If you get chest pains, take another 2mg Magnesium is emergency room medicine for heart patients - why? Because people are deficient in it, that's why their hearts are giving out. It also helps prevent and undo the calcification of the arteries, relaxes the heart.
5. Get Cayenne pepper super hot in pills. If you get chest pains or heart attack, together with the magnesium, take that stuff. Known to stop heart attacks.
6. Start taking quality fermented (if possible) organic rice protein - I recommend Boku Protein, or Sun warrior protein every day. You need the protein, this is easily absorbable. Don't over do it though. Relaxes the heart, helps the body rebuild.
7. Plenty of clean water, but not too much. Don't stress the kidneys out. Relax, take it easy. If you have stress in your life, take practical steps to remove it.
Go nuts on the spirulina. It's a food not a supplement. It has everything you need. Do not supplement with iron. Get your blood levels for Iron tested by blood test. If it is high, donate blood to a blood bank to help relieve excess iron. Excess iron is common and can kill you from heart attack as well. Excess calcium is also a problem do not take calcium supplements unless under direction of a naturopath or doctor who has properly tested to determine you are deficient (most westerners are NOT).
Get adequate mid day sunshine. VERY important also. At least 30 minutes in full mid day sunshine to at least 50% of the body is preferable. Do not shower until the following morning if possible. This is giving you Vitamin D3 in the sulfate form which is best. If youc an't do this, get supplements, they are cheap. Vitamin D3, not D2. Take 5000 to 10,000mg per day."
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01/25/2010: Barbara from Greenbrae, Ca writes: "I have been researching all the info I can find about whether it's safe to take baking soda to reduce acid in the stomach/body. (I have gastritis and GERD). The conclusive evidence I've found states that NO, it isn't safe-- if you add bicarbonate to the stomach and blood directly, over time it actually interferes with the body's natural ability to produce necessary acid for digestion. For example, many OTC remedies such as Tums aren't made to be taken on a regular basis, just for an emergency aid now and then. So I just wanted to share this perspective, since so many folks are adding baking soda to ACV, or drinking it alone on a daily basis. I'm going for barley juice to alkalinize, plus the proper diet, supplements, etc.. Barbara"
Replies02/19/2011: Wendypape from Kitchener, Canada replies: "I think things like the baking soda for things like this are a 'bandaid'. You need to look at the bigger picture and why it is happening to begin with. Check out donna gates info and eating fermented veggies etc to regain proper gut health. My husband had gerd and massive reflux for years when I met him, every night he had an attack it seemed. His diet was horrible and he ate alot of fast food and smoked. Many nights he would have to make himself sick just to get relief, apparently this had gone on for years!!! He also drank tons of milk and loved bread. I convinced him to give it all up smoking, milk and bread and 90% junk food starting 15 years ago and poof NO MORE gerd, no more reflux, no more waking up gasping and choking in the night as it bubbles up into his nose, no more sleep apnea either! I have him on video tape it was so bad ;-) although he does still snore a bit... A full raw diet for 3 weeks last year had him sleeping like a baby, snoring was 100% GONE! (if he eats bread or milk once in a blue moon it does not make him feel well and he snores really badly.He had pizza a few years back and he woke up with reflux in the middle of the night coming up into his nose coughing and sputtering! He has learned how great it is to feel better! ) So definately something we are working towards permanently (but we have 3 kids and dh travels all the time so trying to find easiest way to help him to stay raw and eating well) since we don't sleep in the same room because of his snoring... Turns out all of my friends and relatives have a partner who snores too ;-( Now that we eat whole foods, lots of leafy greens, juicing fresh veggies etc. All the nasty gerd/digestion stuff is behind him!! But still lots of room for improvement!"
03/22/2011: Diamond from Salisbury, Ma. Usa replies: "It's good to see more than one opinion, because it counts via personal experience's. I was given a script. Years ago using prilosect;one evening I was having severe pain in my abdomen, I called my Dr. told him my problem; then he asked what I was taking, I said prilosect, he said take another one; I said but Dr. it says not to exceed more than one, he screamed into the phone, who is the Dr. here?& he hung up, So I did as I was told & a half hour later I was in ER for gallbladder surgery, the ER Dr. said your gallbladder was about to explode.I think it best we all stick together and be our own advocates in the medical field, after all who knows our bodies better than we do? It's all trial & error. I''m not saying get rid of our Drs. completely but we can try to follow our gut instincts.
I'm in a sort of dilemma as to more like a question! Why would I have an over abundance of acidity? now I find that parasites like moist; acidic enviornments therefore how to truly combat that acidic enviornment; there's an old saying fight fire with fire(?) I found years ago how to get rid of an oil stain on my blouse; it was use more oil of a different content, so why wouldn't we find a way to aliminate acid from our bodies where parasites enjoy the benifits of free rent & the acidity? I know we can do this together, where are our scientists?Getting rid of the parasites is more than half the battle. ;o) Thank you for letting me share"
12/03/2011: Diana from Willemstad, Curacao Neth.ant. replies: "When I was 16 I began to feel sick. Antibiotica, operations. At 40 the doctor said :"sorry"Good for me I met a "health food" doctor and he took away all meat and even fish. Also some kinds of combinations in food. I am 74 now and still a vegetarian and healthy."
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[QUESTION] 01/15/2010: Phil from Dearing, Ga/usa writes: "Hello to all. I was wondering about some things I have read and need to know the differance.
It is said as people get older that their stomach acid decreases and maybe Iodine should be supplemented.
Then it is said to take baking soda on an empty stomach before meals to help with alkalinty.
My questions is... Would the baking soda decrease stomach acid futher or is there a differance???Someone please answer this if you know.
Also, say I want to use blackstrap molasses for sweet tea, instead of sugar. I currently use a half of cup of sugar per gallon of tea. How much Blackstrap would be equivalent?
Thanks in advance!"
01/16/2010: Nickieb from Ruislip, Middlesex Uk replies: "Hi PhilAs I understand it the stomach is quite clever. It will produce alkalis to deal with anything acid you eat and it will produce acid to deal with the sodium bicarb or anything else which is essentially alkaline.
Concerning the tea. How can you taste it with that much sugar in? The Blackstrap molasses is a good move but try one teaspoon in 2/3 cup hot water plus 1/3 cup apple juice. (Tea should be drunk with a little milk if you don't like it black.) You must know how bad that much sugar is. You are thrashing your adrenals and they affect everything else and the sugar makes you piss of any magnesium in the body leaving you nervy, prone to osteo-porosis and dentist bills and thyroid probs so a couple of drops Iodine in the drink twice a day might not be a bad idea.
So get some Glutamine powder and take in water. It's practically tasteless and stabilises your sugar levels so you don't get cravings. Start off with 1/2 tsp in a glass and build up slowly so you don't get gas. Also supplement with Magnesium as you must be lacking altho the BSM will help; you'll notice the difference. And if you really want a sweet sin occasionally, for heavens sakes have a Rolls Royce sin like Belgian chocolate or a delicious pastry instead of crappy old refined sugar.
The ACV and BSM are brilliant; do try them and remember- alway sin with style! Nickie"
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05/09/2008: Sandy from Salisbury, MD writes: "WOW! I googled whether using sodium bicarb frequently for acid reflux might be harmful - and was amazed at all the information and other uses for it! I will be printing this for future use, and for my sister, who is a nurse suffering with gout, to see if it helps her. I am getting extremely interested in finding more natural ways to treat symptoms and illnesses after working in the medical field for 25 years, and seeing how frequently prescribed medications don't help, or the side effects or interactions are too much to deal with. I'll check your site frequently!! Thanks!"
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[YEA] 01/18/2008: James from Houston, TX writes: "Hi I have occasional acid refulx and my wife has it severe at times. DO NOT TAKE ACV for Acid Reflux! It just doesn't make any sense. Acid Reflux is an Acid - you neutralize Acids with Bases (Alkaline).
pH less than 7 = Acidic, pH > 7 = Basic (Alkaline). Vinegar pH = 3ish
An antacid is any substance, generally a base, which counteracts stomach acidity. In other words, antacids are stomach acid neutralizers. I truly believe that adding an ACID to your stomach to reduce Stomach Acid is the wrong approach. You should add a BASE like baking soda. Rolaids & Tums are both Calcium Carbonate. Alka-Seltzer is Soduim BiCarbonate. Baking Soda = Sodium BiCarbonate. In the duodenum, gastric acid is neutralized by sodium bicarbonate. So Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) is used internally by the body to naturally regulate stomach Acid. The equation is HCl NaHCO3 → NaCl H2CO3. HCL = HydroChloric (Stomach) acid
NaHC03 = Baking Soda.
Just add a little bit of baking soda to some water, swirl it around, and drink it. Within a few minutes you will belch. The belch is the gas released when the baking soda neutralizes your stomach acid (or if its crept into your throat it will neutralize it there). You will feel much better immediately. Baking Soda is completely safe.
'Why would you ever want to add an acid (vinegar) to another acid (HCL) with the hopes of reducing acid? That doesn't make any sense.
Vinegar is acetic acid (CH3COOH). Some of these recipies recommend you add Baking Soda to ACV. When vinegar is added to sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), it produces a volatile mixture of carbonic acid rapidly decomposing into water and carbon dioxide bubbles, making the reaction "fizz". It is exemplified as the typical acid-base reaction in school science experiments. The salt that is formed is sodium acetate. Basically, this little experiment proves that its better to just take baking soda. The Vinegar is the acid and the Baking Soda is the base. The Baking Soda neutralizes the acid. Its the same way in your stomach, just add the Baking Soda and it will neutralize the acid. All you need is about a teaspoon of baking soda in an ounce or two of water. Problem solved immediately.
Good luck and I hope this helps."
Replies03/01/2008: John from Duluth, Minnesota replies: "I read a message from James from Houston who took issue with using acid (apple cider vinegar) to fight stomach acid (HCl). It should be noted that vinegar is classified as a "weak" acid whereas HCl is a strong acid. In spite of the fact that both are acids, a weak acid will still react with a strong acid and diminish the acidity. The final result may not rise above the pH of the weak acid, but it is a significant improvement over the pH of the strong acid."
01/14/2009: Echoe from Des Moines, Iowa replies: "I wanted to add on to Ted's feedback on the objection to Apple Cider Vinegar for acid reflux.
It must be understood what the cause of the reflux is. Depending on the cause, the response will be different.
For some, the cause of the reflux is a production of too much acid, in which case, lemon juice in water, baking soda, and if chosen, an antacid of some sort.
However, for others, the cause of the reflux is not that too much acid is made, but too LITTLE acid. You can tell if you have little or no burping when you use baking soda as your remedy. The reason for the reflux in this case is not acid, but fermentation of food that is just sitting in your stomach. This means the remedy called for would be MORE acid. In which case, vinegar is very helpful.
The reason for adding 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to vinegar is to help stop the burning effect of vinegar as you drink it. However, if you can stand it, vinegar at full strength with no reduction is recommended in this case."
03/28/2009: DrJ from Bombay, India replies: "Dear James,
These is alot of science in that post but its not to accurate. ACV may be acid to taste but it forms an alkaline "ash" once digested. ACV is an excellent remedy on its own diluted in water (not mixed with bicarb etc) if sipped through out the day. It simulates digestive enzyme function. Using for low HCL reflux is best. For best results with high HCL reflux try the Lemon/bicarb formula or Citric acid/bicarb formula!"
EC: Those formulas are found here: http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/alkalizing_formulas.html
[YEA] 01/30/2010: Shinyfun from Greenville, Sc replies: "This worked great for my heart burn. But I was concerned that after one sip of 1/8th teaspoon baking soda to 1 cup water made me sneeze about 30 times and I felt like thowing up to the point I kept VERY close to the bathroom (in a 5 minute span)... but now that I'm done sneezing, my heart burn is gone."
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[YEA] 12/23/2007: Gina from Newport, United Kingdom writes: "Thank you for this site. I had lump in throat, uncomfortable in the back discomfort in the chest area. ACID REFLUX was taking over. Now honestly I do not have any symptons I drank southern comfort last night for the first time in years. The cure for me was, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda in the morning and night, still taking omeprazole in the day. NO CHOCOLATE OR FAT WHAT SO EVER. Porridge for break fast. No more pain honest."
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[YEA] 05/05/2007: Marty from Lake Alfred, FL writes: "I use baking soda in all my drinking water for better health in general. Use only enough too nuturalize the acid found in nearly all municipal water supplies and [unbeliveably] in bottlrd water too.I got relief from acid reflux, not nearly as much cold or sinus problem, and better joint condition.I did the PH test several times and found a pinch of baking soda about the size of the small finger nailin every glass or bottle of store bought water does the job. Most people have an acidic Body PH and the object is to keep the body PH above 7. 7.2 would be great. There are many other health benifits to this. 6 to 8 glasses per day recomended, the water taste better too. If you mix the soda with water and can taste the soda you are using too much. Be Healthy Be Happy!! Marty"
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ACNE
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[YEA] 08/08/2010: London from Sandusky , Ohio writes: "Baking soda is very good for acne. I've been using it as a face wash in place of soap for the last 6 months, and I have seen a great difference. However, I wash my face with castile soap in the mornings in the shower as well. I do the baking soda when I wash my face at nite. Make a paste, rinse, etc"
Replies12/07/2011: Justin from Burlingyon, Wi replies: "The best cure for acne that I found was an ionic foot bath. Check it out. Get a 12 volt one alot of the other ones are 1 point something (very weak). Guaranteed cure. Do a bath everyother day for a few weeks then just do one every week. Cured. You'll be very surprised... The reason people have acne is because of all the toxins in our system. There trying to escape. The foot bath will take the toxins out thru your feet. You'll start to notice something after 2 weeks.. it will change your life."
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[YEA] 10/29/2009: Sweetpea from Henderson, Nv, U.S. writes: "Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) for Acne
My son is 12 years old and has bad acne for about 1 1/2 years. I tried many of the over the counter products: cleansers, facial scrubs, toners, astringents, and moisturizers, but nothing worked. While doing some house cleaning using sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and water it occured to me to try that for a face wash for him. I made a paste and have him use it every morning and every night ~ he uses it like any other facial cleanser and it has been fantastic! The pimples have shrunk in size and many are gone. His pores are much smaller. It doesn't burn, sting, or dry out his face. And best of all, it is really inexpensive."
Replies[YEA] 01/20/2010: Rose from Gaithersburg, Md. replies: "A friend told me about this website, and its has changed my thinking about the products that I have been applying on my face. I have had bad acne and was put on acutane, which worked. lately I've noticed some little blemish coming back..
I started gently washing my face and body with Baking soda, I haven't used soap at all and find my skin complexion to be clear, and my body is not that itchy. I do have a question about long term use of baking soda on the face? Has anyone out there been using it long term??"
[YEA] 03/15/2010: Achdah from Atlanta, Ga replies: "I was a big acne suffer for many years. I've been using baking soda and diluted peppermint soap for over 2 years as a facial wash. I found that baking soda is a great exfoliate when added to the natural cleanser. I also use baking soda as a body exfollient once per month. My skin is clear and soft. I have recently begun using coconut oil as a moisturizer. At one time any type of moisturize would have exacerbated my acne. In essence, you are on the right track."
[SIDE EFFECTS] 05/31/2010: Sandy from Silver Spring, Md replies: "I have adult acne for 4years, I am 41yrs old. Finally I found this site and started treat my face with baking soda and acv and olive oil for 2weeks, but I got a lot of small pimples appear on my forehead. Is it ok? or Do I have to stop using it? If anyone know about this please tell me."
06/22/2010: Dianna from Austin, Tx replies: "it is probably the olive oil. for me olive oil makes me break out even though my skin is more prone to dryness. sesame oil makes me break out too. i usually do not have pimples pretty much ever - so i can tell soon whether or not something is causing me to break out and i've used either olive oil or sesame oil and the very next day had a cystic type pimple show up!
try using another oil - castor oil works for me - virgin coconut oil works good too - but my skin is too dry for the VCO."
10/22/2010: Alib from Swansea, Wales, Uk replies: "Spots and acne are the body's way in some people of getting toxins out of the body. Some natural products will actually encourage toxin removal by triggering rashes or spots. What that really should tell you is that your diet is wrong. All detox symptoms - rashes, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, etc. , are coming from within and the the only ways the stuff can get there is through the mouth and skin from the food we eat or the chemical-based skin products and make-up etc. , that we use. 'You are what you eat' is a very true statement. The more sugar and processed carbs we eat the more likely it is that our bodies will have to detox. Cleaning up the diet and concentrating on fresh natural foods and pure water is the key but it won't necessarily stop the spots and acne overnight - the body will have to clear the toxin backlog first."
11/20/2011: Katy from Alexandria, Va replies: "I suffer from acne also. I have yet to try the baking soda on my face but I plan on doing so soon. As for which oils to use, I use Jojoba Oil, 2-3 drops is plenty enough. If you use to much you will look oily, but I read that a study on Jojoba Oil shows that the oil is much like the sebum our body produces. And too much sebum can cause pimples; so essentially with the jojoba oil, our body doesn't need to produce as much sebum and will not over produce. I hope this was clear enough to understand!"
12/20/2011: Katy from Alexandria, Va, Usa replies: "I did try the baking soda and water mixture on my face as an exfolliant. My face was smoother after just one use and and blackheads on my nose were completely gone!! I'm sure that regular usage, maybe once or twice a week would have phenomenal effects. I have a friend who is an esthetician, and she told me that after chemical peels they use the baking soda/water paste to neutralize the bad effects of the peel."
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[YEA] 02/25/2008: Missy from Thief River Falls, MN writes: "I have been using baking soda in the mornings with my face wash for over 6 months now and I have been acne free since. I am 35 and was still experiencing mild acne with more breakouts around my menstrual cycle. I don't even experience a single pimple around that time of the month! It's truly amazing to me! I started using Hydrogen Peroxide after I washed my face and shortly after I added the baking soda, so I thought it was the combo, but I started to get lazy and stopped using the peroxide, and didn't get any flare ups so now I know it was just the baking soda doing the work!"
Replies04/26/2011: Dexter from Palmdale, California replies: "To get rid of acne stop eating milk. You will find cooked milk in soup, scrambled eggs, mashed potatos, bread, chocolate, yogurt and a lot of other food. You might get away with drinking regular milk but not ultra pasturised. I don't know if cheese or cottage cheese is a problem."
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ALKALIZING PH
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11/08/2011: Fet from Hampton, Va, United States writes: "Baking Soda for an acidic ph
How long would I have to drink water w/ baking soda for it to balance out my ph? And would I have to make it a regular part of my water drinking routine? I know in small amounts it's good for you, but I'm hoping a few weeks of doing it daily would be fine."
Replies11/08/2011: Fet from Hampton, Va, United States replies: "Would I have to make water w/ baking soda a part of my regular water drinking routine for an acidic ph? Or would I only have to take it a few weeks to make my ph normal?"
11/09/2011: Imcinnamon from Orlando, Fl replies: "Baking soda is excellent for alkalizing, however, make sure you purchase baking soda without aluminum in it. The well known brand names contain aluminum, which comes with a host of issues in itself. http://www.amazon.com/Bobs-Red-Mill-Gluten-Baking/dp/B00097HL3S
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12/22/2010: Just Chillin from Vannes, France writes: "Hallo Ted,
I have emailed you direct, and posted on the site too, but no response. Please would you tell me the actual quantities of lemon and bicarb to mix for alkalizing / cancer cell prevention, as have followed your details, and sometimes it just doesn't stop fizzing. Also lemons can be different sizes, as can spoons. So a dosage guidance would be great. Have also heard that once you have been taking it for a while, can drop to just one drink in the am, instead of both amm and last thing at night too.
Also have been reducing my dose of propranolol 40 mg, as was prescribed for anxiety, and blood pressure going up, but am sure it was just when I was in the surgery. I am now down to less than 20 mg a day, and feel much better, and wondered whether the Apple Cider Vinegar would be good to mix too. I was recently told I was magnesium deficient, and the same person said that could have been the problem right from the begininng, as lack of magnesium can cause anxiety, palpitations, amongst hoards of other things. You comments and guidance would be most welcome. Thank you and Merry Christmas"
Replies12/23/2010: Lily from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia replies: "Hello Just chillin, I would suggest 1 tblspn of lemon juice or at least 30ml and 1/4 tspn of bicarb soda. I also am withdrawing from propananol 40mg and am on 3/4 going down to 1/2 tablet on monday. I am also deficient in magnesium, sounds like the low magnesium may have been the cause of the original anxiety for both of us. Good luck with all of this, cheers Lily."
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12/08/2010: Just Chillin from Vannes, France writes: "Just joined this wonderful site, its amazing to read about natural cures. I have been taking bicarb of soda and lemon for quite a while, (for alkalizing) and didn't realize needed to have a break of 2 days or so. I now do that, but am still uncertain of the correct mix of the solution. I have been taking half of a small spoon ( coffee spoon)of bicarb with juice of half a lemon twice a day. I have tried adding the bicarb slowly till it stops fizzing, but it never seems to do that. I have also been trying to get off of beta-blockers Propranolol that my dr prescribed back in March for anxiety, & mild high bloodpressure ( I think it was just white coat syndrome) They made feel worse than I did before, am now down to less than a quarter of a tablet twice a day. I wondered whether I should take Apple Cider Vinegar as well. Any advice would be most welcome,
Thank you in advance"
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[YEA] 03/20/2009: Bill from Satellite Beach, FL writes: "I have found that the only thing that alkalizes my body is aluminum free backing soda. I take about a teaspoon a day, usually at night on an empty stomach. It does work, as the ph strips confirm, but I wonder is it healthy to do this everyday? Does someone know the accurate answer to this?"
RepliesEC: FYI -- Aluminum-free baking soda is a bogus product. Read the feedback here:
http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/baking_soda.html#ALUMINUM
10/23/2009: Cindy from Van Nuys, Ca replies: "I have found that taking the juice of one lemon or lime daily alkalizes my pH. I usually mix it into a very large glass of water and take it in the evening. I know it sounds odd that an acidic fruit would help, but through research I found that the lemon and lime actually turn alkaline in the body.
I used to suffer from chronic neck and shoulder pain, and tension headaches that would often turn into migraines from the Lactic acid buildup in my system. I for the first time in about 8 years have found freedom from these issues with a simple lemon..."
11/27/2011: Millie from Moorpark, California replies: "I have found that by changing my water I have changed my Life! I drink a special Alkaline water! No more baking soda, lemon juice or vinegar, just water!"
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[YEA] 10/22/2008: Bill from Milwaukee, WI writes: "I find the 1/2 to a full teaspoon of baking soda is the only thing that alkalizes my urine ph the next morning. Does anyone know if this much baking soda is bad for the liver, kidneys, or the body in any way?"
Replies10/24/2008: Alain from Ottawa, Canada replies: "ANSWER TO BILL ABOUT BAKING SODA
Hi Bill:
I would consider using exclusively baking soda as a quick fix. I would be concerned if used over an extended period of time. Some people, like myself, may have problems with water retention. This is why baking soda + Apple Cider Vinegar and potassium bicarbonate or potassium citrate would probably be better because of a better sodium/potassium ratio (sodium in the extracellular fluid and potassium in intracellular fluid).
Overall Health Part 2: Imbalance Often Leads to Hypertension
http://www.drpasswater.com/nutrition_library/Potassium _to _Sodium_Ratio.html
Yet, the best is to alkalize with good quality foods. Search for pH balance on the web for more information.
Look at the links below that will redirect you to some of my posts in earthcliinic about pH balance.
http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/acv_baking_soda_cures_questions.html#Question_1641
http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/cancer_questions.html#Question_2158
Good luck"
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[YEA] 03/19/2008: Anna from East Lansing, US writes: "Regarding the recommendation by Ted to consume sodium bicarbonate in order to increase the body's pH...I can't (off the top of my head) quote exact solubility constants, but free carbonate anions are likely to bind with aqueous calcium cations in the blood, forcing the body to "steal" calcium from bone in order to maintain its delicate ion balance. Perhaps this is why consumption of soda pop (which is carbonated) is associated with bone loss. People assume it is the acid in the pop, but the electrochemical potential of a redox reaction in which solid calcium donates electrons to oxygen in the presence of hydronium cations to yield water and aqueous calcium cations will be at MOST on the order of 10^-6 V, and that would be for EXTREMELY acidic blood (pH 6)."
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"EC: Baking Soda is a key ingredient in Ted's Alkalizing Formulas! Click here to read more."
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ALLERGIES
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[YEA] 06/12/2008: Olkeriil from Portland, Maine, U.S.A writes: "Allergy, I have a worst allergy problem than most people. But about 3 weeks ago I started to use baking soda to rinse my sinuses. I have no problem now and that is why I share this with your readers. Thanks, Olkeriil"
Replies04/29/2010: Jo from Vancouver, Canada replies: "please share the exact measurements you used. Thank you. also, did the BS cure your sinus problems, or just allow them to be managed?"
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ALUMINUM IN BAKING SODA
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05/05/2010: Juhn from Dallas, Tx. writes: "The common baking soda at a grocery store Arm & Hammer has aluminum in it like coffee powders the aliminum helps it blend/mix better but not healthy. Go to a health store get aluminum free.
Baking powder is baking soda(good Ph.) PLUS a acidic compound DO NOT TAKE baking powder
Sodium Laurante is one of a hundred names for ASPIRIN."
RepliesEC: Arm & Hammer baking soda does NOT contain aluminum, according to the research from one of our contributors and Dr. Mark Sircus. Please see below posts for more information.
05/11/2010: Grandad from Exeter, Devon, Uk replies: "I have a member of my family suffering from Alzheimers, and as part of ongoing reserch, I recently had a Lab conduct analysis for Aluminium in a number of different brands of Bicarb, inc Dr Oetkers Bicarbonate of Soda.
The result was as follows - Aluminium <0.01 mg/kg.
Basically I am told by the Lab, that this is as low an amount of Aluminium as your going to get with Bicarb,this and anouther brand had the lowest Aluminium content out of the Bicarbs tested.
I consider this to be as safe as it gets for Aluminium within Bicarb, and we continue to use Dr Oetkers on a regular basis for things such as Baking, deoderant and teeth hygene etc.
The content of Aluminium within anouther tested brand was 2.8 mg/kg - so you see the Aluminium content between brands can vary....
A word of caution with regards to any brand claiming to be Aluminium free etc, becouse if the Bicarb is sold in a plastic pot etc, then it can leach Aluminium from the plastic into the Bicarb....
Thats right, Aluminium from plastic! - it came as a shock to me too!
As you may be aware, Manufacturers can and do sometimes play with words....Ie in this instance, what they are possibly saying is - our bicarb at source is Aluminium free, and perhaps that is correct? - but in my experience, what they never mention is the fact the fact that the plastic container has the capability to leach Aluminium into the product....
Perhaps the manufacturers are just unaware that plastic has the capability of leaching?
Through my research I have learnt that this leaching may not always happen, but that it can, and in fact, is an excuse used by one brand for Aluminium being confirmed within their Bicarb??
The bottom line to me is it matters not where the Aluminium came from, but the fact that it IS there!
I can also confirm that there is an agreed safety level for food products and leaching from packaging.
When you look into this further I guarantee you will be stunned as to what they deem safe for our consumption...
For further information on this, you may wish to start by refering to the following EU legislation Document,
Council of Europes Policy Statements Concerning Materials and Articals intended to come into contact with food sources - section 23.
I came across this website by chance, but after reading this topic I joined in order to post this information.
hope it helps?
T"
07/03/2011: Chrissc from Black replies: "you know, I am one who reaches for naturals above all else, however, sometimes when I see the insane ramblings of some of you, it makes me really wonder how we could possibly have anything in common. THERE IS NO ALUMINUM IN BAKING SODA, there IS aluminum in many commercial varieties of BAKING POWDER... They are NOT the same. Comes down to chemical profiles, people!!"
07/04/2011: Peace Out from Great Britian, United Kingdom replies: "I absolutely love Earth Clinic and the people here but! Nothing personal! Courtney and Carly........... But I feel you guys do sometimes get a little too sarcastic with people here time to time..... And I've noticed you kind of come on together and repeatedly post. I don't know know if your friends or related or if its a coincidence but FWIW....... Sometimes the way people write its true it can be hard to know the exact tone behind the words. Why not give people the benefit of the doubt and only post a comment back if it directly helps someone's suffering?? There's soooooo much good info on Earth Clinic and I pray it stays that way."
EC: Thank you, Peace Out and Thijs, for bringing this to our attention. Sarcastic and attacking posts will be deleted promptly.
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03/14/2010: Earth Clinic writes: "For those wondering about the aluminum content in Arm & Hammers baking soda, here's an excerpt from a recent Mark Sircus newsletter:
http://sodiumbicarbonate.imva.info/index.php/administration-methods/product-quality-and-cost/
..."Though I have been using Bob's Red Mill sodium bicarbonate I have recently received two boxes of Arm and Hammers and I sat for quite a while admiring their boxes and all the information on them. I have been in touch directly with the company and have been reassured of its absolute purity meaning there is no aluminum in it. Arm and Hammers is as aluminum free as Bob's Red Mill, which advertizes itself specifically to be aluminum free, and in the process has convinced most people I know that Arm and Hammers has aluminum when it does not...."
Replies04/08/2010: Lilydy from Alice Springs, Australia replies: "Question regarding aluminum in baking soda. I don't see the Hammer brand. The popular brand here in Australia seems to be McKenzie Bicarb Soda. I just emailed to inquire about additives or aluminum content. The reply is they don't put in any additives."Our bicarb contains naturally occurring aluminium at a level of 0.2 mg per kg (ppm) max". Any comment on this? Is this alright in terms of aluminum content. I am taking this regularly with apple cider vinegar so hope that the natural aluminum content in this is not significant. Thanks for your comment."
04/10/2010: Bill from San Fernando, Luzon, Philippines replies: "Hi Lilydy ...Regarding your worry on Aluminium content of Mackenzie's Baking Soda(MBS):
0.2 mgs = 0.0002 grams
1 Kg = 1000 grams
0.0002/1000 X 100% = 0.00002% Aluminium per kilogram of MBS
So Mackenzie's BS contains 0.00002% Aluminium
Since 1 teaspoonful of Mackenzie's BS is approx 5 gms in weight:
Therefore, one teaspoon of MBS would contain:
5/1000 X .0002 grams = 0.000001 grams or 1 microgram of Aluminium
So 1 teaspoon of MBS contains a maximum of about 1 microgram or one part per million of Aluminium.
And since we normally only take Baking Soda at less than a teaspoonful at a time, I think that you're pretty safe using Mackenzie's Baking soda. This is not a significant amount of aluminium."
04/11/2010: Lilydy from Alice Springs, Australia replies: "Hi Bill,Thank you for your reply regarding my concern. Put it like that makes a lot of sense. Glad to see fellow Filipino active contributor here...salamat :).Cheers."
08/11/2011: Jeillin from Taguig, Manila, Philippines replies: "Hi Bill, are u a doctor in the Philippines? Im searching for a doctor here in the Philippines that could help me to cure my breast tumor using baking soda because I dont want to undergo any surgery like masectomy. Im only 25 yrs old, and have a large lump on my left breast. It was 8cm x 2cm.. I've been contacting Dr. Tulio but his phone was unreachable all the time. And while searching the net, I found this site, and found fellow Filipinos that were active here. Hopefully you could help me. Thank you. -anjhelz9(at)yahoo.ca"
08/17/2011: Jeillin from Taguig, Manila, Philippines replies: "--anjhelz(at)yahoo. Ca contact me I need help regarding baking soda as cancer treatment. Thanks"
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[QUESTION] 01/03/2010: Sheena from Glasgow, Scotland writes: "Bicarbonate of Soda / Sodium Bicarbonate & Aluminum
I would like to find out if anyone knows if Dr Oetker (Supercook) Bicarbonate of Soda contains aluminum. This is the stuff commonly on sale in supermarkets in the UK. I have searched online for information on this to no avail.
Ted suspects that aluminium causes skin tags. I've recently developed several skin tags and wonder if this has anything to do with me using bicarb. I'd hate to think that this gem of a remedy is causing problems, but I can't help but link the two. Thanks."
RepliesEC: Can't find info on the net about Dr Oetker's Bicarb of Soda, but we did find this forum with some interesting answers about aluminum in baking soda: http://www.welltellme.com/discuss/index.php?topic=14397.0
Here is one poster's response:
"In striving for clarity, baking SODA is (by definition) sodium bicarbonate, a chemical that is extracted from the ground. It does not contain aluminum nor is aluminum added to it in processing either by intention or through aluminum equipment.Baking POWDER is manufactured with baking soda as an ingredient and typically includes a compound containing aluminum. Marketing baking soda as aluminum-free is simply a marketing strategy to play to consumers' confusion while charging more for it. As has been noted, no baking soda has aluminum in it.
01/03/2010: Sheena from Glasgow, Scotland replies: "That's really good of you to check - thanks EC. Info is thin on the ground. I found that article too. However, I also found info stating that although it's a pure substance it's the method of processing that determines aluminium content. Either way, I consider Bicarb to be a marvel. My post is really just a question, so is it possible that you could change the tag of "side effect" as I don't want to post anything negative about Bicarb unless I am absolutely certain that this is the cause.
Thanks again."
01/03/2010: Peter from Chicago, Il replies: "EC, Is there a way to test whether aluminun is in the baking soda ? "
EC: Great question - have forwarded it to Ted!
01/04/2010: Ted from Bangkok, Thailand replies: "Without the use of standard laboratory equipment, I would just call the factory and ask them whether they have Certificate of analysis to check for presence of aluminum or ask them do they add aluminum. There is another way, some products may sell aluminum free baking soda."
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01/01/2009: C from Chicago, IL writes: "never found any comments on the safety of Arm & Hammer Baking Soda and if there was any Aluminum in it. I asked them the question and this is the response I got, I thought I'd share:
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Thank you for taking the time to contact Church & Dwight Co., Inc. regarding ARM & HAMMER Baking Soda.
Your comments are important to us and provide valuable information that helps us maintain the high level of quality you have come to expect from our products and services.
Our baking soda is 100% sodium bicarbonate and does not contain aluminum.
If you have any questions or concerns in the future, please feel free to contact our Consumer Relations Department at 1-800-524-1328 between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm ET or visit our corporate web site at: www.churchdwight.com.
We value your patronage and trust you will continue to use Church & Dwight Co., Inc. products with confidence.
Thank you for choosing Church & Dwight Co., Inc."
04/17/2009: Marra Bennett from Midland, TX replies: "It is Baking Powder that has aluminum, people are getting confused as to which is being talked about. Baking soda is what this thread is about."
EC: There are a few companies that sell "aluminum-free baking soda" as well as "aluminum-free baking powder", ergo this thread.
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[YEA] 09/13/2007: Raphael from Stow, Ohio writes: "everyone who is using a lot of baking soda, should make sure you are getting aluminum FREE baking soda. As we all know aluminum is not something we want in us. Most baking soda you get will have aluminum in it. Google "aluminum free baking soda" to find some."
RepliesEC: Actually, one of our readers already spent a good deal of time researching this topic a year ago (Read his entire email on the Where to Buy page):
08/09/2006: Methuselah from Los Angeles replies: "For sodium bicarbonate, I use the regular Arm & Hammer baking soda that you can find in any grocery store. I contacted them also, and they told me that they do not add anything to their baking soda although they do not have any chemical analysis of the soda ash (a mined mineral deposit) from which they make their baking soda by adding carbon dioxide in a solution--i.e., no additives or stabilizers. I hope that this information answers your question. Please let me know if you need more information. Have a great week and keep up the good work. Also thanks for all the help."
12/23/2008: Laraine from Rotorua, New Zealand replies: "Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate, which has a specific chemical compound. If you add aluminium to it it won't BE sodium bicarbonate. So anyone selling baking soda as either bicarbonate of soda or sodium bicarbonate when they have put aluminium in it is misleading consumers. In my country that is against the law. You certainly shouldn't have to pay an arm, a leg and your head as well (as you do in New Zealand health shops) for a product that has no business having aluminium in it anyway."
07/29/2011: Geoffrey Campbell from Scranton, Pa Usa replies: "Your normal baking soda will have in the form of "sodium aluminum sulfate" around 70 milligrams per teaspoon. If you use Bob's Red Mill Aluminum free baking soda, you will find that in the ingredients there is no "sodium aluminum sulfate. Studies have shown from autopsies that those with alzheimers had 3 -4 times the normal amount of aluminum in their cerebral cortex. "
12/19/2011: Missy from Berrien Springs, Michigan replies: "Dear Friends, I am 50 and my husband is 58. We do not take any medications and plan to stay that way as long as possible. Going to the doctor is a waste of your precious time and money when you can prevent it... So read carefully...To be healthy you need to make sure you have the right diet. It boils down to that. You are what you eat. If you want to get rid of health problems you must have an alkaline diet which is not so hard to get. Lots of vegetables, fruits , legumes( lentils, beans, dry peas, garbanzos) Have a simple diet, in other words. Stay away from the fatty stuff. Yes, I know, the fatty is good, but control it and have mostly of the healthy stuff. Save the unhealthy for special occasions. I would suggest to do a cleansing with the foods mentioned above and with lots of juicing. Our body was made in an amazing way so it heals very quickly when the right fuel is put in it. I have a very sweet tooth and when there is chocolate, cookies or anything of that kind at home, I will devour it! Therefore, I have decided not to have it at home. If I want it, I'll have to buy it and eat it on the spot. My cravings will go away. Or, I can buy something sweet and healthy if I prefer. Now, there are so many products out there that are alkaline to help yourself. Example, lemon is acid but when digested is alkaline. So add lemon juice to your drinking water. Another thing that is very acid but alkaline when digested is the grapefruit seed extract. It does wonders for colds. Search it in the web. A few drops in your water or juice will do the trick. Baking soda I am not sure I would try. IT seems that you have to be too careful with it.
Anyways, Change in diet is the key to all your ailments. You dont have to suffer if you start cleansing your body now and also you will benefit from weight loss. I have 3 grown children and I am as agile as they are. When you are 50 or 58 you do not have to look or feel like an old person... Is too young of an age to be suffering from such aillnents that most people post. Remember, change your diet and you will see a greaat difference. Help yourself with natural things and your blood pressure will go to normal and a better sleep at night, etc. Etc. Also, start walking and build up to 2 or more miles per day. It is great!
Have a healthy life, God loves you and wants you to be happy. You will be happier when you are healthy, but we have to do our part."
12/21/2011: Drod from San Juan, Puerto Rico replies: "This is one of the most helpful posts on this website. Thank you very much- hope everyone will benefit from your simple advice."
12/23/2011: Francisca from Zug, Zug, Switzerland replies: "Missy, I agree with most of what you said. I am 54 and my husband 57 and we are also in quite good health, very active and young looking. Sometimes people think that I am some 20 years younger than my real age. Still, I can't agree when you say that one has to stay away from fats. If you read books like Fat and Cholesterol are good for you and Trick and Treat you will understand why. Good fats like saturated fats, olive oil and so are very good for you, even essential for good health! As far as legumes go, the opinions are very divided so I don't know what to think. That said I hope you and your husband stay in great health for many years to come!"
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