Check Out 20+ Genius Arm & Hammer Baking Soda Hacks That Actually Work

Is there anything that baking soda can't do? It seems like this compound, also known as sodium bicarbonate, can pretty much be used for any purpose. This classic baking tool seems to be able to do just about anything. Not only can it clean virtually every part of your house, but it has also proven to be a useful ingredient in health drinks, especially those that treat heartburn. There are ways to use this product nearly everywhere — including the kitchen, the bedroom, the bathroom, and the garden. It will even help you solve certain problems in your car. Here are some of the best examples. *Disclaimer: The information in this article is provided for informational purposes only, and does not constitute medical advice.

It Helps Whiten Your Teeth

While we can spend so much money in an attempt to make our teeth white and pristine, baking soda is actually an effective, affordable alternative.

There's no doubt that it's an unexpected chemical to apply to one's molars. Nevertheless, sodium bicarbonate actually helps remove stains, as well as the build-up of plaque. It's an easy method: apply some baking soda to your toothbrush and start brushing away like you usually would. Your teeth will look as good as new.

Preventing Trash Cans From Smelling

It's inevitable - your trash can is going to start to stink when it's full enough. Instead of giving your trash can a spring cleaning every weekend, you can simply apply some baking soda and it will rid the vessel of any strong odors.

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It's pretty simple. The next time you unload the trash can and replace it with a new bag, sprinkle some soda at the bottom and your can will smell as good as new.

It Can Clean Your Car Battery

You can even use baking soda to fix issues in your car. A vehicle's battery eventually runs out. If it is dead though, there's a good chance that a buildup of grime caused this to happen quicker than hoped.

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If you give your car battery a good clean with baking soda and water, then you'll get a bit more time and value out of it. The key is to clean the battery's terminals after turning it off and taking it out.

A Unique Dry Shampoo

Let's face it: maintaining one's hair can be quite tedious. It requires daily attention and we might spend our entire life trying to find the perfect product for it.

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However, one should consider applying some baking soda as a cheap, dry shampoo for those days when you're too tired to give your hair a thorough wash. It is believed that it can remove excess oil from your scalp. Just take a bit of baking soda and rub it throughout your scalp.