This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at PSU chapter and does not reflect the views of Spoon University.
You may have always wondered why Mom kept a box of baking soda tucked away in the fridge. The classic orange box in the corner is not only another inhabitant of the fridge, but also a deodorizing gem. This purpose is one of the many versatile uses of the common household item. Here is a surprising and lengthy list of stuff that you can do with baking soda:
- Substitute it for Tums when you have a stomachache
- Remove laundry stains
- Rub on teeth for a cheap whitening strategy
- Use as an effective, and less expensive, deodorant
- Try it in a homemade face scrub
- Or even after a tough day as a homemade bath soak
- Toss is in with your load of laundry for cleaner towels
- Or in the next load to freshen your sheets
Photo by Norah Cliff
- Try baking soda in a concoction to clean your car
- Use it as a hand cleanser and forget about the pungent alcohol smell of hand sanitizer
- Instead of harsh soap that can leave a residue, clean pots and plastic containers with baking soda
- Try it to deodorize the garbage can
- Use it to freshen up and clean sponges
- Neutralize the popcorn smell in the microwave
- Freshen up your stinky gym bag that steams up when you leave it in the car
- Use on stains made by pets
- Apply to burns when ice, cool water or vinegar doesn’t do the trick
By: Norah Cliff
For details and more fun ways to use baking soda check out this link. You can also find Arm and Hammer products that have gained popularity including: toothpaste and laundry detergent. Don’t knock Mom! She usually has a method to her madness.
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