Baking soda is a valuable ingredient for cooking and can also be used in other applications.

• Stomach: Half a spoon of baking soda in half a glass of water or orange or lemon juice combats acidity and heartburn.
• Eye wash: Frequent washes with water and baking soda are useful for inflammation of the eyelids and conjunctivitis.
• Teeth: Rinses with water and baking soda (one teaspoon of baking soda in two cups of water) fight cavities and whiten teeth.
• Fresh breath: One teaspoon of baking soda in half a glass of water helps maintain fresh breath.