Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, is a simple and affordable ingredient that you probably already have in your kitchen. But did you know that it can work wonders when you rub it on your feet? This natural remedy has been used for a long time to soften, exfoliate, and soothe tired and achy feet. Let’s explore how baking soda can transform your feet and why you should give it a try!
- Exfoliates Dead Skin: Baking soda gently removes dead skin cells from the surface of your feet. By rubbing it on your feet, it helps soften rough and cracked heels, leaving your skin feeling smoother. This is especially beneficial if you struggle with dry feet or calluses.
- Neutralizes Foot Odor: Baking soda is well-known for its ability to neutralize odors. When you rub it on your feet, it balances the pH levels of your skin and reduces the growth of odor-causing bacteria, effectively eliminating any unpleasant smells.
- Soothes Tired Feet: After a long day on your feet, baking soda can provide relief and relaxation. It has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce swelling and alleviate the pain of tired or achy feet, making it a great way to unwind and pamper yourself.
- Fights Fungal Infections: Baking soda possesses antifungal properties that may help in the treatment or prevention of athlete’s foot and other fungal infections. By applying it to your feet, you create an environment where fungi struggle to grow, ultimately keeping your feet healthy.
To experience these fantastic benefits, follow these simple steps to create your own foot scrub or soak:
Option 1: Baking Soda Foot Scrub
- Mix: Combine 3 tablespoons of baking soda with a few drops of water to create a paste.
- Rub: Gently massage the paste onto your feet, focusing on areas with rough skin or calluses. Use circular motions to exfoliate and remove dead skin.
- Rinse: After a few minutes of rubbing, rinse your feet with warm water and pat them dry. Apply a moisturizer to keep them soft.
Option 2: Baking Soda Foot Soak
- Prepare: Fill a basin or tub with warm water and add 3 tablespoons of baking soda.
- Soak: Immerse your feet in the water and let them soak for 10-15 minutes to allow the baking soda to work its magic.
- Exfoliate: After the soak, gently exfoliate the softened skin using a pumice stone or foot scrub. Rinse and dry your feet, and then moisturize them.
Rubbing baking soda on your feet can bring about remarkable results in terms of exfoliating dead skin, neutralizing odors, soothing tired muscles, and even helping to prevent fungal infections. It’s a wallet-friendly and natural remedy that you can easily incorporate into your self-care routine. Give it a try, and your feet will feel refreshed, soft, and rejuvenated!
Dolly Parton sings The Beatles’ song “Let It Be” with Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr — listen to it here!
After over 50 years in music, Dolly Parton is now a real rock star. The cherished country legend is finally putting out her long-awaited rock album called “Rockstar,” and she’s teaming up with some of the biggest names in music history to do it.
Dolly just released the latest single from her album, a cover of The Beatles’ timeless song “Let it Be.” Many have covered this beloved tune before, but this one is extra special because it features both living Beatles, Sirs Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr!
Few artists can bring together arguably the greatest band ever, but Dolly did it. Although Paul and Ringo have worked together occasionally, having them both on board is still a major achievement.
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 12: Sir Ringo Starr and Sir Paul McCartney attend the Disney Original Documentary’s “If These Walls Could Sing” London Premiere at Abbey Road Studios on December 12, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Disney+)
And if having two Beatles wasn’t enough, the song also includes Peter Frampton on guitar and Mick Fleetwood on drums, making it a truly star-studded recording.
The spiritual, gospel-inspired song is a great match for the 77-year-old country icon, and Dolly gives it her all in her performance — have a listen:
The song has received praise from both critics and fans of Dolly Parton and The Beatles.
One YouTube comment reads, “I got goosebumps from the first few words… by halfway through I was in tears! Thank you, Dolly, Paul, Ringo, and everyone involved in this incredible recording!”
Another comment says, “Great version of an iconic song by the legends themselves! A lively and powerful rendition. Thanks to all!!”
And another emotional comment reads, “No words… just tears… amazing… so much gratitude to these incredible legends for bringing this inspiring piece to a new generation. ‘Let it Be’ is exactly what this world needs right now.”
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“Let it Be,” first released in 1970, remains one of the Beatles’ most cherished and inspiring songs. Although credited to Lennon-McCartney, Paul McCartney wrote it after dreaming about his mother, Mary Patricia McCartney, who passed away when he was 14.
Recorded during the band’s famous yet turbulent “Get Back” sessions, it served as the Beatles’ final single before their breakup in 1970. The song also lent its name to their last album, adding a bittersweet connection to the band’s farewell.
Dolly Parton’s album, Rockstar, is set to be released on November 17. She first hinted at making a rock album last year when she turned down her nomination to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Dolly said she hadn’t “earned the right” to be inducted because she hadn’t made a rock & roll album yet.
“I hope the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will understand and consider me again if I ever deserve it,” she wrote. “This has inspired me to finally make a rock ‘n’ roll album, which I’ve always wanted to do!” She also mentioned that her husband is a “total rock ‘n’ roll fan.”
Rockstar will have some new songs written by Dolly, but mostly it features covers of classic rock songs, often with the original artists joining in.
The track list includes:
- “Every Breath You Take” featuring Sting
- “Baby, I Love Your Way” with Peter Frampton
- “Heart of Glass” with Debbie Harry
- “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” with Elton John
- “Free Bird” with Lynyrd Skynyrd
Besides “Let It Be,” Dolly has released two other singles from the album: an original song called “World on Fire” and a cover of Queen’s “We Are the Champions”/“We Will Rock You,” which also promotes the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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