How to Use Baking Soda to Alkalize the Body

How to Use Baking Soda to Alkalize the Body
Written By
Amanda Maddox
Amanda Maddox
Published: Dec 18, 2013
Updated: Dec 13, 2021
2 minute read

Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, naturally relieves problems associated with too much stomach acid, such as sour stomach, heartburn and indigestion. Additionally, it alkalizes bodily fluids, including the blood and urine. Using baking soda to keep your body slightly alkaline discourages the growth of acid-loving bacteria. Baking soda comes over-the-counter as a non-prescription powder, tablet, solution or granule that is effective when dissolved in water.

Fill a glass with 12 to 16 ounces of bottled or tap water. The temperature of the water is optional.

Add 1/4 to 1/3 tsp. of baking soda to the water. Stir the mixture with a spoon until the baking soda dissolves completely.

Drink the mixture. Repeat this procedure twice a day, once in the morning and once in the afternoon.

Use a gallon jug filled with reverse osmosis or distilled water, which is slightly more acidic and cleaner than tap water.

Add 3/4 to 1 tsp. of baking soda to the gallon container. Shake or stir the mixture until the baking soda dissolves.

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Test the water with pH test strips available from your local pharmacy. Ensure the water’s pH level remains between 7.2 and 7.5.

Amanda Maddox

Amanda Maddox began writing professionally in 2007. Her work appears on various websites focusing on topics about medical billing, coding, real estate, insurance, accounting and business. Maddox has her insurance and real estate licenses…

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