Question 1

can you mix cream of tartar with arm & hammer toothpaste with baking soda and peroxide for tooth whitening and is it harmful to teeth?

Accepted Answer

Tooth whitening: The blend you are asking about will certainly clean your teeth but if you are interested in tooth whitening then i would recommend many of the products made available by your dds. The products available from your dentist are far superior to the mix you are proposing. Over the counter whitening strips are also very effective. They are not as strong and will need a little more time to work.

Question 2

my bo depress me a lot. can you help me? i used a lot, deo, anti-bac soaps/creams/inegar/baking soda but don't work.. please help me..

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Body odor: BO Is caused by a certain type of bacteria in the under arms. These bacteria are usually minimized by washing with soap and water and also by application for conventional 24 hour deodorant. Most people who have this odor problem really do not have overproduction of those bacteria. However sometimes it’s necessary to use a topical antibiotic for this and you should consult a dermatologist

Question 3

heat rash under bra. can i dry it out with rubbing alcohol?  creams don't work. bath with baking soda is awesome but i can't live in my tub.

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It depends: Sometimes the rash can be caused by an infection whether bacterial or fungal.   Keeping it dry is important .   Hair dryers  after  bathing and powders are generally recommended.   Weight loss and even breast reduction surgery can be considered in severe cases.   Rather than rubbing alcohol I would first try aloe vera or another topical known to soothe and address mild topical infections.

Question 4

already tried 6 months diflucan and yeast recurring. tried otc creams. no underlying health issues (all ruled out). i take probiotics. any other preventative remedies? baking soda baths, boric acid? anything? gyn and id doc were no help?

Accepted Answer

: Do you take antibiotics for any other problems?  Antibiotics can facilitate the growth of yeasts. Have cultures been done? If it's not getting better, maybe it's not a yeast infection. You don't specify the site, but I'm assuming this is vaginal. If so, and other infections have been ruled out, ask your doctor about the possibility of trying Lamisil.

Question 5

allergic reaction to a deodorant ( arrid xx ) i have clear leakage from under my arm. i also have itching and when i touch other parts of my body small bumps are now appearing. i'ved tried baking soda, anti fungal cream, anti itch cream.

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This : This sounds like contact dermatitis which is a common problem and should be evaluated by a dermatologist.

Question 6

severe itching from sand fleas. have tried alcohol hydrocortisone cream and baking soda and water paste nothing is helping.

Accepted Answer

See doctor: YOu may need a more potent topical or even a short course of oral steroid.

Question 7

does cream of tartar have any health benefits?

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Not for gum disease: it has no known benefit for treating gum disease by itself

Question 8

what is benefit of sulfur and cream of tartar tablets?

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No longer used: This is an old medication or mixture that was used to treat boils.

Question 9

is baking powder a baking soda?

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No: Baking powder is not a baking soda. They are different types of chemical ingredients... which means using the wrong one can make one's baking taste odd.

Question 10

is eating a lot of baking soda bad for you?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Baking soda, or bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) of soda, is an acid neutralizer. As such , when you eat it, it neutralizes the acid in your stomach. Without acid, your body cannot digest food to access the multitude of nutrients in it. Result: malnutrition. Once in a while, a small amount may calm an "acid stomach" or heartburn--but that's all. If more is needed, seek help from your pcp.

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Can you mix cream of tartar with arm & hammer toothpaste with baking soda and peroxide for tooth whitening and is it harmful to teeth?

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My bo depress me a lot. can you help me? i used a lot, deo, anti-bac soaps/creams/inegar/baking soda but don't work.. please help me..

A member asked:

Heat rash under bra. can i dry it out with rubbing alcohol? creams don't work. bath with baking soda is awesome but i can't live in my tub.

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Already tried 6 months diflucan and yeast recurring. tried otc creams. no underlying health issues (all ruled out). i take probiotics. any other preventative remedies? baking soda baths, boric acid? anything? gyn and id doc were no help?

A member asked:

Allergic reaction to a deodorant ( arrid xx ) i have clear leakage from under my arm. i also have itching and when i touch other parts of my body small bumps are now appearing. i'ved tried baking soda, anti fungal cream, anti itch cream.

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Severe itching from sand fleas. have tried alcohol hydrocortisone cream and baking soda and water paste nothing is helping.

A member asked:

Does cream of tartar have any health benefits?

A member asked:

What is benefit of sulfur and cream of tartar tablets?

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Is baking powder a baking soda?

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Is eating a lot of baking soda bad for you?

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