Unlock the Magic: 10+ Surprising Uses of Baking Soda You Never Knew!

Clean Your Produce the Natural Way

Fresh fruits and vegetables may look delicious, but they often come with dirt and pesticide residues. Since using soap isn't an option, and water alone doesn't always do the trick, baking soda steps in as the perfect natural cleaner! Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, is slightly alkaline, which helps break down and neutralize acidic pesticide residues and dirt. To clean your produce, simply dissolve one teaspoon of baking soda in two cups of water and let your fruits and veggies soak for a few minutes. If you're in a hurry, dampen a cloth with the solution and gently scrub your produce. Rinse well, and you're good to go!