Sodium bicarbonate, also known as baking soda, food soda or sodium hydrogen carbonate, is a true all-rounder: it can be used as a remedy, cosmetic and cleaning agent. The alkaline powder balances the acid-base balance, has antiseptic and antifungal effects, has degreasing and deodorizing properties, and softens water. This book contains over 40 effective recipes against ailments such as heartburn, cystitis, stomach ulcers, skin and nail problems, as well as instructions for making cosmetic products such as shampoo, deodorant and toothpaste and environmentally friendly cleaning products - inexpensively and completely without chemicals and harmful fragrances.