Baking soda works as a home remedy for cold sore
Sodium bicarbonate has alkaline properties that help treat thrush.
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Sodium bicarbonate is a chemical compound with impressive properties. Classified as a salt, bicarbonate has a slightly alkaline pH, which makes it can be used as a cold sore home remedy. A cold sore is an infection of the skin inside the mouth and/or throat, which can have several causes, such as local trauma, lack of some vitamins and even temperament problems, such as stress.
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Some people apply baking soda directly to the injured area, but this use is not advised as it is a strong substance. In addition to causing a burning sensation, direct application can make the wound worse. The ideal is to make a mouthwash or gargle with baking water. Thus, bicarbonate will be a great home remedy for cold sore, as it will act to neutralize the acidity of the mouth, which is one of the factors that contribute to the appearance of cold sore and cavities.
With reduced saliva pH, due to the use of diluted bicarbonate, lesions should be less bothersome. Dissolve a teaspoon of baking soda in half a glass of water, rinsing at most three times a day. The recipe, however, is a palliative. If you have recurrent cold sores, it is best to see a doctor, who will be able to give you more precise guidance on how to cure your cold sores.
Baking soda and products such as hydrogen peroxide or salt should not be applied directly to thrush or wounds. Another option to relieve the pain caused by cold sore is to make mouthwash or drink propolis tea and aloe vera (the famous aloe). If you have cold sore, also avoid products with alcohol, such as mouthwash. One option is to make a homemade, natural mouthwash.
