Does baking powder/soda mixed with water work for heartburn?

Question

If 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.

Answer 1

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.

Answer 2

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...

Answer 3

It's the same thing as Alka Seltzer

Answer 4

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!

Answer 5

try a mint tea or any peppermint this works,

Answer 6

yes i teaspoon in warm water...............do not use more than 2 or 3 times in 24 hours

Answer 7

Teaspoon of vinegar is even better. It got rid of my acid reflux problem.