What Happens If You Eat Too Much Baking Soda?
We get it, baking soda seems harmless. It’s in your fridge, your pantry, even your toothpaste. But consuming significant amounts of it? Not a good idea.
Swallowing large quantities of baking soda can cause serious and potentially life-threatening symptoms. It disrupts the electrolyte balance in your body, leading to vomiting, diarrhea, and dangerously high sodium levels. Oh, and it reacts with stomach acid like a human volcano experiment, complete with rapid gas buildup that could lead to a stomach rupture. Definitely not the kind of science project you want to test on yourself.
📞 If someone has ingested too much baking soda, don’t wait, call the Missouri Poison Center right away at 1-800-222-1222. We’re here 24/7 to help.
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