2. Risk for people with high blood pressure
Bicarbonate contains sodium, which can:
Increase blood pressure
Cause fluid retention
Especially dangerous for people with hypertension
3. Can affect the heart and kidneys
In severe cases or with excessive use:
Can alter heart rhythm
Worse kidney problems
Even an overdose can be dangerous
4. Should not be used long-term
Bicarbonate:
Should not be taken for more than 2 weeks continuously without medical supervision
Can cause imbalances if used constantly
Who should be especially careful?
Avoid or consult a doctor if:
You have high blood pressure
Kidney problems
Heart disease
You are pregnant
In these cases, it can be harmful.
How to use it safely?
If used occasionally as an antacid:
½ teaspoon in water
No more than a few times a day
Only in specific cases
Always in moderation and not as a daily habit.
Common mistakes to avoid
Taking it every day
Thinking it “cures everything”
Using it as a detox
Exceeding the dose
