Bicarbonate of Soda

Bicarbonate of Soda also known as Baking Soda or Sodium Bicarbonate or simply as Bicarb.

Sodium bicarbonate is a white solid that is crystalline but often appears as a fine powder.

Bicarb is a very effective (but gentle) abrasive and natural deodoriser.

Some uses of Bicarbonate of Soda

Kitchen

• Clean stained & smelly plastic food containers
• Absorb strong food odors from the fridge
• Rinse fruit & veg to remove dirt and the waxy coating
• Help unblock clogged drains
• Eliminate odor from the garbage can
• Clean burnt on pots & pans
• Extinguish Oil & Grease fires
• Bicarbonate of Soda is a rising agent in certain recipes

For more info please refer to our blog post on bicarbonate of soda, its uses, safety & side effects