You won’t regret storing these: Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate): Deodorizes, relieves insect bites, gentle scrub for cleaning, baking, neutralizes acidic contaminants in water, first aid, oral hygiene, emergency cleaning. Vinegar: Removes stains, deodorizes, fabric softener, cleaning surfaces, digestive aid, preservative. Activated Charcoal: Reduces gas and bloating, whitens teeth, water filtration, treats oral poisoning, purifies water. Boric Acid: Pest control, antiseptic, food preservative.

Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) Uses DIY Toothpaste: Creates a paste with water to remove teeth stains. Digestive Relief: Alleviates heartburn, indigestion, and ulcer pain. Fire Extinguisher: Puts out small grease and electrical fires. Odor Neutralizer: Eliminates odors by neutralizing them. Effective Cleaner: Cleans ovens, countertops, and sinks by breaking down grease. Natural Pesticide: Serves as a pesticide alternative. Key Takeaway: Long shelf life, versatile, efficient. Essential for prep

Baking Soda: Clearing Up the Myths (first) Sodium bicarbonate is inorganic—no, it’s not organic, and no, it doesn’t contain aluminum. Made from natural sources: soda ash, water, and carbon dioxide. Baking soda has an indefinite shelf life, but for baking, it can lose potency over time. Test it with vinegar—if it fizzes, it’s still good. Uses go beyond baking: cleaning, deodorizing, soothing insect bites, as an antacid, and more. Store in a cool, dark place in an airtight container for long-term

Hot water and sodium bicarbonate in the bag! A delicacy using cabbage