Baking soda is analkalinemineral that is effective at neutralizing acidity.
You should never stop or replace your doctor-prescribed treatments with baking soda or other complementary or alternative treatments.
Consult with your healthcare providers before using baking soda for cancer.
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What Is Baking Soda?
Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is an alkaline white powder that has a wide variety of uses.
Higher levels of acidity have been found in the tissues surrounding treatment-resistant tumors, ranging between 6.5 to 6.9.
Researchers have discovered the mechanisms behind this increased acidity.
Even then, use it only under the direction and supervision of your healthcare provider.
The researchers observed a reduction in acidity levels around tumors after the mice consumed sodium bicarbonate-infused water.
Previously hypoxic cells were reactivated with oxygen after the mice drank the solution.
They can tell you how baking soda will interact with your medications and affect your health.
However, it may offer health benefits thanks to the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of fruits and vegetables.
Individuals with cancer require more protein to promote healing, and drastically reducing your protein intake is not recommended.
However, it’s always best to discuss complementary treatments with your healthcare provider before moving forward.
They can assess your individual case and help you determine if a treatment could be helpful or harmful.
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