Does baking powder/soda mixed with water work for heartburn?
Posted on May 24th, 2009 by Beth Goodwill under Q&AIf so how much should I use? Milk isn't working and I've no Rennies or any other antacids in the house and I'm in quite a lot of discomfort 
If anyone has any other home remedies for heartburn that actually work, they would be very much appreciated. Thank you all in advance.
May 24th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
Use baking SODA (sodium bicarbonate) – I don't know if baking powder has the same effect since the chemical composition may be different (?). Sodium bicarbonate is a base which will neutralize the acid released by the stomach. Just follow the directions on the box although I do it my way: that is, swallowing about 1/2 tablespoon of soda and chasing it with water. Mmmmmm…I just love the impending burp! (lol…)
It helps tremendously to sit up. If you must lay down, prop yourself up in a 45 degree angle. That prevents the acid from traveling up your esophagus which is the source of the pain.
Of course it is recommended NOT to over-use sodium bicarbonate because too much will change your body chemistry too much (you don't want to offset your body's acid/base balance). Also, be careful using baking soda when you have over-stuffed yourself. You WILL burp, so you've gotta have enough space inside for this pleasant explosion – lol…
Not sure of other rememdies…good luck, my friend!
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Note: vinegar is an acid too. I don't know if you'd want to add MORE acid – ??
Pepcid does wonders if you don't mind over-the-counter remedies…
May 24th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
try a mint tea or any peppermint this works,
May 24th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
yes i teaspoon in warm water……………do not use more than 2 or 3 times in 24 hours
May 24th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
Teaspoon of vinegar is even better. It got rid of my acid reflux problem.
May 24th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
You can use baking soda as an antacid. If you are using Arm & Hammer I know for sure that it says on the box how much to use. I believe it is 1/2 teaspoon in water but not 100% on that. Just don't use too much.
May 24th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
It's the same thing as Alka Seltzer
May 24th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
Mix a half teaspoon of baking soda in half a glass of water, and it sure does work well to neutralize stomach acid. Be ready for a huge belch!