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Is baking soda good to take to help restore ph in the body?
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Yes: This is done to correct metabolic acidosis. A physicians guidance will make this go better.
Answered 10/19/2016
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PH of body: The ph of your body is tightly controlled by the kidneys and even by your breathing rate. It would not be a good idea to try and control the ph with baking soda nor would it be very effective. It could actually cause harm.
Answered 2/11/2016
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