thoughts drinking water diluted with sodium bicarb throughout day?
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ive persistently had high anion gap on blood tests from low serum bicarb. decided stop procrastinating n start action began mixing bicarb soda into drinks since today.
appears to have made me very meditative, present. adhd, rumination, stress seemingly greatly reduced. maybe its increased co2? noticed inhales, exhales are naturally alot slower and smaller from nose now also, butekyo control pause time increased too @yerrag
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@the-MOUSE https://lowtoxinforum.com/threads/aware-me-on-sodium-bicarbonate-baking-soda.19973/post-751704 Sodium Bicarbonate is a quick fix to metabolic acidosis. It works by increase the PH of the blood and the cells sense this and create more CO2 to counter act that that increases PH.
This can lead to respiratory acidosis as you have too much CO2.
So to counter respiratory acidosis, it works best during excersise as you will exhale this CO2 while buffering lactic acid with the bicarbonate.
Sitting on your but and drinking baking soda is prob not ideal. Increase PH and PRAL would be better used with foods like fruits/vegtables.
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@the-MOUSE Your thoughts on sodium bicarbonate use for metabolic acidosis are insightful, and here’s a breakdown of how it aligns with scientific understanding:
1. Sodium Bicarbonate for Metabolic Acidosis
- Sodium bicarbonate is indeed a quick fix for metabolic acidosis. It buffers excess hydrogen ions (H+) in the blood, increasing pH and creating water (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2) as byproducts:
[
\text{HCO}_3^- + \text{H}^+ \rightarrow \text{H}_2\text{CO}_3 \rightarrow \text{H}_2\text{O} + \text{CO}_2
] - This rapid buffering can stabilize pH temporarily, giving the body time to address the underlying cause of acidosis.
2. CO2 Production and Potential for Respiratory Acidosis
- Mechanism: The bicarbonate buffering reaction increases CO2 levels, which are exhaled by the lungs. If respiratory function is impaired or CO2 production exceeds the lungs' capacity to excrete it, respiratory acidosis may develop.
- Risk: This is more likely in sedentary individuals or those with conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), as CO2 clearance is compromised.
3. Exercise as a Solution
- During exercise, increased respiration rate and depth (hyperventilation) enhance CO2 exhalation, mitigating the risk of respiratory acidosis.
- Additionally, bicarbonate supplementation during exercise has been shown to buffer lactic acid buildup, delaying fatigue in high-intensity activities. This makes its use in athletic contexts more justifiable.
4. Role of Diet in pH and PRAL
- Long-term management of acid-base balance is better achieved through dietary adjustments rather than sodium bicarbonate supplementation.
- PRAL (Potential Renal Acid Load) measures the net acid or alkaline contribution of foods:
- Acidic foods: High protein (meat, grains) increases PRAL.
- Alkaline foods: Fruits and vegetables reduce PRAL, promoting better systemic pH balance over time.
- These dietary changes are more sustainable and avoid the risks associated with sodium overload or electrolyte imbalances from chronic bicarbonate use.
5. Conclusion
- Sodium bicarbonate is an effective emergency measure for metabolic acidosis or as an ergogenic aid during exercise.
- However, for long-term health, relying on bicarbonate while sedentary is suboptimal. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables, which naturally supports a balanced pH and lowers PRAL, is a better approach for maintaining metabolic health and preventing acidosis.
hmm yes, my diet has been acididc food with little alkaline. but can maybe still maintain this diet with NaHc03 supplementation. saladino had similar high anion gap his blood test timestamped link: https://youtu.be/bDaIhHbnuWk?t=3951
- Sodium bicarbonate is indeed a quick fix for metabolic acidosis. It buffers excess hydrogen ions (H+) in the blood, increasing pH and creating water (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2) as byproducts:
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@the-MOUSE bump, this mayve caused loss facial bones too making incel
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@the-MOUSE said in thoughts drinking water diluted with sodium bicarb throughout day?:
this mayve caused loss facial bones too
Some loss of ECF/ICF. Volume contraction. Probably.
You'll be fine mouse, just take notes and get back.
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@the-MOUSE bumo
