Old baking soda home remedy for colds and flu
by Jodi
The Arm & Hammer Co. published an article in 1925 about using sodium bicarbonate as a remedy for colds and flu. They recommended the following dosage: *Day 1 -- Take six doses of ½ teaspoon of baking soda in glass of cool water, at about two hour intervals. *Day 2 -- Take four doses of ½ teaspoon of baking soda in glass of cool water, at the same intervals. *Day 3 -- Take two doses of ½ teaspoon of baking soda in glass of cool water morning and evening, and thereafter ½ teaspoon in glass of cool water each morning until cold symptoms are gone. According to Arm & Hammer’s dosing instructions, do not exceed seven doses of ½ teaspoon per day, or three doses of ½ teaspoon daily if you’re over the age of 60. In addition, do not use the maximum dosage for more than two weeks. I found this interesting because it make sense! Having your bodies ph balanced has many benefits and since baking soda is alkaline it would neutralize any acidity. Has anyone tried this?
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