Moonlight Ballroom Blog

Before the manufacture of over the counter and prescription remedies, Sodium Bicarbonate was the primary source of relief from indigestion and heart burn.  This common substance, mixed with a glass of water, was successfully used as a home remedy long before anyone ever heard of Prilosec, Pepcid, Tums, and Zantac.  In addition to its medicinal use, a paste made from Sodium Bicarbonate and water applied to the skin relieves the itching of insect bites and rashes.  This was a favorite of my grandmother’s, and I can tell you from personal use that it really works.  Place a box of Sodium Bicarbonate in your refrigerator to keep it smelling sweet.  And everyone knows that Sodium Bicarbonate is used as a leavening agent for baking.  It is amazing to think of all the uses for this one substance.