Baking soda, suitable for cooking and baking. In cooking, it is used as a leavening agent. It is added to batters and doughs. It pairs well with pancakes, cakes, breads, and fried foods. It is also used to soak legumes to soften them and aid in cooking.

Baking soda is miraculous as a cleaner; it softens and dissolves burnt fats on your cookware. It can be added to every wash in the washing machine as a washing booster, simultaneously helping to maintain your washing machine. Another equally important property is its ability to absorb odors. Try placing a bowl of baking soda in your refrigerator, and it will permanently rid you of unpleasant smells.