Sodium carbonate is edible, but the following precautions should be taken:
Consumption should be controlled: Small amounts are harmless, but excessive amounts may cause indigestion and other symptoms.
Mainly used in pasta: Sodium carbonate can remove the sour taste of dough and increase the viscosity and elasticity of flour.
Excessive consumption may cause various problems: Too much sodium carbonate may cause food to turn yellow, cause bloating, dry mouth, and disrupt gastric juice balance, increasing the burden on the gastrointestinal tract.
Alkaline substance: Sodium carbonate is an alkaline substance; long-term contact may cause skin problems.
