Bicarbonate of soda is an innocuous, inexpensive powder which has a multitude of uses within the home.
It is useful for cleaning refrigerators, freezers, stainless steel, enamel and chrome, acts as a gentle scouring agent, and will remove stains from all types of surfaces.
In many minor first aid situations, it provides a simple and effective remedy.
Around the home, bicarb makes an excellent cleaning agent that is safe to use and will not damage our precious environment.
When rubbed on the inside of teapots and cups it will remove tannin stains. Rinse well before use.
A mixture of this humble powder with water and white vinegar is an inexpensive and effective cleaning agent for most cleaning jobs. Simply apply with a damp cloth or sponge. When mixed with water, it makes a gentle but effective cleaner for fridge or freezer surfaces.
Bicarb applied to a wet sponge is an economical cleaner for windows, stainless steel, silver and chrome surfaces. Polish off with a soft cloth for a brilliant shine.
To remove burnt-on food particles from cooking pans and casseroles, fill with water, add two tablespoons of bicarbonate of soda and soak overnight, then wash, rinse and dry.
For stubborn burnt-on food on saucepans, sprinkle with bicarb and a dash of vinegar and bring to the boil, then wash when cool.
Hair combs can be cleaned quickly and effectively by placing them in hot water and sprinkling with a teaspoon of bicarb. Leave them to soak for a few minutes before rinsing them.
It can also be used as a first aid alternative for a range of minor ailments. To ease aching feet, add bicab to a basin of hot water and soak your feet for 10 minutes.
When aching joints and muscles are a problem, add half-a-cup of bicarb to a hot bath and enjoy a long soak.
Itchiness from a nettle rash, heat rash, allergy rash, or a rash that results from a viral infection may be relieved by a paste of bicarb and water and mosquito and ant bites are relieved by the application of the paste.
Bee and wasp stings can be treated by applying a thick paste of bicarb and then covering the affected area with a cold wet cloth. With a bee sting you must first remove the actual stinger before treating with the soothing agent.
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