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Sodium Bicarbonate

Minerals

Sodium Bicarbonate

Inorganic compound commonly used as a leavening agent in food, and as an acid neutralizer.

Mineral or nutrientUpdated Feb 16, 2026
Health score+1.0
-5Good5

Water guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
5 grams/day

Food and supplement guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
Not specified

Risks

Irritation risk if inhaled or in high oral doses causing alkalosis, digestive discomfort at high intake

Benefits

Leavening agent in baking, pH neutralizer, inexpensive and effective

References

Waters containing Sodium Bicarbonate

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