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A retired dentist suggests a home remedy for gingivitis using a paste made from baking soda and hydrogen peroxide, which may help prevent periodontal surgery. While scientific studies on this specific remedy are limited, both ingredients have antibacterial properties and are used in oral hygiene. Regular dental check-ups, brushing, flossing, and avoiding smoking are recommended for managing gingivitis.
Beatrice Johnson, a 60-year-old woman from Kent, England, nearly died from septic shock caused by a flesh-eating bacteria that ate the tip of her nose. In a last-ditch effort, doctors used sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) in her IV drip as an alternative to dialysis, leading to a miraculous recovery. She was released from the hospital after 43 days and credits baking soda with saving her life.
Baking soda in the fridge is not as effective at eliminating odors as commonly believed. While it can neutralize some mild-to-moderate food smells, it is powerless against certain odors produced by bacteria and household mildew. Additionally, if baking soda has been in the fridge for too long, it can start taking on the bad smells it previously neutralized. To make baking soda more effective, pour at least one cup into a shallow dish to expose more surface area and replace it every three months. Deep-cleaning the fridge regularly and using activated charcoal can also help eliminate odors.
Unclogging a toilet can be done using common household ingredients such as table salt, baking soda, rock salt, or Epsom salt. By mixing these ingredients with hot water and allowing them to sit overnight, the clog should be loosened and easily flushed away. Rock salt is particularly effective due to its higher mineral content, while Epsom salt provides a quicker solution in just 20 minutes.