Baking soda has established everyday uses.
Sodium bicarbonate is widely used in cooking and has other recognized applications. Product-specific use should follow its label.
Separate evidence from internet claims.
Our reference material makes one point especially clear: there is no direct scientific evidence that drinking baking soda improves erectile function.
Important: Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate. It should not be presented as a proven treatment for erectile dysfunction.
What the current references say
Ro's updated May 13, 2026 article describes the baking-soda-for-ED idea as unproven and notes risks from excessive sodium intake and gastrointestinal effects. Hims likewise reports no direct evidence that baking soda improves erectile function.
ED treatment claims aren't supported.
Do not use this site or a baking-soda product as a substitute for evaluation or treatment of erectile dysfunction.
Why caution matters
Large or inappropriate amounts can contribute to excessive sodium exposure, gastrointestinal symptoms and potentially serious electrolyte or acid-base disturbances. People with relevant medical conditions or taking medications should ask a healthcare professional before using baking soda medicinally.