A Guide to Baking Soda Baths

Baking soda is an amazing ingredient that can help to improve your health, home, and wellbeing. From potentially helping to ease heartburn symptoms and whitening your teeth to cleaning surfaces and neutralizing odors, baking soda can be your best friend.

A baking soda bath has an impressive variety of benefits. In this guide, we’ll show you how to take full advantage of this powerful yet inexpensive ingredient.

Let's take a closer look at what baking soda baths are all about.

What is a Baking Soda Bath?

A baking soda bath is an easy way to help to soothe a variety of health conditions while enjoying beautiful and clear skin. Note: we always recommend checking with a doctor or qualified healthcare professional before using this or any other supplements.

By adding some baking soda to your bathwater, you can take advantage of its numerous benefits while enjoying a relaxing bath.

Benefits of a Baking Soda Bath

The list of potential baking soda bath benefits is impressive. The main advantages of making a baking soda bath a part of your routine include:

Improving Itchy Skin Conditions

If you suffer from skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis, a baking soda bath may help to soothe the symptoms. Note: a baking soda bath should not be used instead of prescription medications for these conditions.

Baking soda is an amazing itch-relief agent. According to the National Eczema Association, adding a ¼ cup of baking soda to your bath can help to soothe itchy skin.

Healing Rashes from Toxic Plants

If you touch poison ivy, poison oak, or sumac, a baking soda bath can be a potential unsung hero. The bath can help to prevent the skin from absorbing the oil that causes the rash to appear. Additionally, it can help to keep this oil from spreading to other parts of your body.

Soothing Sore Muscles

Tired muscles release lactic acid into your blood by making it more acidic. Baking soda is a natural antacid. By adding some of it to your bath, you may feel some relief from muscle cramps and soothe your body after a tough workout.

Promoting Detoxification and Fighting Odors

Your body is subject to a variety of toxins that come from food, water, and air. A baking soda bath can support your natural detoxification system while helping your body relax. The alkalizing effect of baking soda can help you battle toxins.

As a bonus, baking soda absorbs odors. This helps when the body undergoes detox and releases unpleasant odors from the pores.

In addition to the use cases above, a baking soda bath may also help with itching and irritation from these issues:

• Hives
• Itching and pain caused by constipation and hemorrhoids
• Insect bites
• Diaper rash

Overall, if you experience an itch, a baking soda bath may help. However, if you don't know the nature of the itch or irritation, it's imperative to contact your doctor.

Baking Soda Bath Side Effects

When baking soda is absorbed by the skin, it may be dangerous for people who:

• Suffer from high blood pressure
• Have open or infected wounds
• Have diabetes
• Are allergic to baking soda
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Are using alcohol or drugs

If you have any of the issues above, consult your doctor before taking a baking soda bath.

How to Make a Baking Soda Bath

Making a baking soda bath is easy and only takes a few minutes. As you may have guessed, you’ll need some baking soda. We recommend this one-pound bulk bag.

Elementary Baking Soda Bath

To make a basic baking soda bath all you need are baking soda and water.

Follow the steps below to make a baking soda bath:

• Run warm water for one minute
• Add one cup of baking soda to the bath
• Allow the water to fill up the tub
• If you decide to add the baking soda after the tub is full, stir it with a spoon to make sure it dissolves properly

Epsom Salt and Baking Soda Bath

Adding Epsom salt to your baking soda bath can help you relax and potentially improve circulatory health and blood pressure. If you don’t have Epsom salt on hand, try these White Egret Lavender Pharmaceutical Epsom Salts.

To make an Epsom salt and baking soda bath, you need a ½ cup of baking soda and ½ cup of Epsom Salt. Repeat the steps above.

Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda Bath

Just like baking soda, apple cider vinegar (ACV) can potentially soothe irritated skin and battle itching. By using these two ingredients together, you can maximize the effect of your bath.

To make a soothing bath, mix ½ cup of baking soda and ½ a cup of ACV powder. Follow the same directions as for the elementary baking soda bath.

Tips for the Perfect Baking Soda Bath

To make the most out of your baking soda bath, consider the following tips:

• Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration
• For extra relaxation, consider using candles and playing soft music
• Don't use hot water since it dries out the skin (warm or lukewarm water is ideal)
• Shower under warm water after the bath to wash away any toxins released by your body
• Moisturize your skin while it's still damp right after the bath
• If you feel uncomfortable while taking a baking soda bath, don't force it. Start with five minutes and gradually increase the time you spend in the tub

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