How to use baking soda in everyday life: 5 effective tips

Many housewives often overlook the wide range of applications for ordinary baking soda, a product that is found in almost every kitchen. Although it is usually associated with baking, its use goes far beyond cooking. UAportal told you about lesser-known ways to use baking soda that can be useful in the household.

Protect your garden plants

Gardeners have long relied on baking soda as a method of pest control. Creating a simple solution by dissolving 3 tablespoons of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of liquid soap in 10 liters of water helps to effectively control pests.

Softening meat for barbecue

Tenderizing meat can be achieved not only with marinades but also with baking soda. Rub it with baking soda and refrigerate for several hours to soften the texture.

Prevent sticking

When cooking cereal dishes, pans can sometimes form burnt or sticky pans. However, this can be easily prevented by adding just 1 teaspoon of baking soda to the boiling cereal, which will ensure a smoother cooking process without the chance of sticking.

Easy cleaning of dishes

When faced with stubborn stains on dishes, baking soda acts as an excellent abrasive. It helps remove stubborn, stuck-on, or burnt-on food particles, making it a handy alternative when you don't have a brush handy.

Soothes and refreshes feet

For those looking for foot care products, a warm baking soda bath with essential oils such as pine has a soothing and refreshing effect. This natural remedy softens the skin, reduces sweating, and eliminates unpleasant odors.

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