Today’s post will continue the conversation I began yesterday regarding baking soda water. If this is the first time you’re hearing of such a thing, don’t stress; I just heard about it myself within the past few months, and because I wasn’t entirely sure what the purpose of drinking water with baking soda mixed in was, I wanted to do some research and educate myself on the topic, as well as you, my wonderful readers.
Again, this information comes from health.com.
“Baking soda is a common ingredient in many of the most prominent toothpaste brands. While research on sodium bicarbonate water and its effects on oral health is limited, studies have linked baking soda to benefits in the mouth. Like baking soda, the beverage may neutralize the mouth’s acidity and help control plaque and gingivitis.6
“Baking soda water can’t replace regular brushing and flossing, and it should be used cautiously. Excessive intake may erode tooth enamel, causing harm to an otherwise healthy tooth.
“Despite its lean nutritional profile, baking soda water is often touted for its purported health benefits. The concoction contains no carbohydrates, fat, or protein, so it’s a calorie-free drink.7 Its potential benefits stem from its mineral content.
“Baking soda water only contains significant amounts of sodium and ash or sodium carbonate. A half-teaspoon (2.3 g) serving of baking soda mixed in water provides:7
“Ash: 0.85 g
“Calories: 0
“Fat: 0 g
“Sodium: 630 milligrams (mg)
“Carbohydrates: 0 g
“Fiber: 0 g
“Added sugars: 0 g
“Protein: 0 g,” the web page explains.
As I said yesterday, be sure to speak with your health professional before trying this out yourself, and I encourage you to do your own research on the matter to identify any potential risks or concerns. I might try out baking soda water and report back with my findings, so stay tuned.
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