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 Balancing
pH ...
Acid vs. Alkaline Levels
by
Cheryl Townsley
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only
is an acid personality unhealthy,
but an acid body
can also be unhealthy! Acidity
and alkalinity in the body are measured
by the pH (potential of
hydrogen) scale. Water, with
a pH of 7.0, is considered neutral
— neither acidic or alkaline. The
ideal pH range of the body is 6.0
to 6.8. Acid levels are scores
below 6.3 and alkaline levels are scores
above 7.0.
It's Essential
Acid-alkaline balance is essential to the
proper body function. An imbalance is toxic. The pH of different parts
of the body is crucial for proper digestion.
- The mouth should be alkaline (greater than 7.0) for salivary
enzymes to function.
- The stomach should be acid (less than 6.3) for protein processing.
- The small intestine should be alkaline for proper functioning of
pancreatic enzymes.
- The large intestine should be slightly acid to maintain proper
bowel flora.
Many other parts of the body have various pH
needs. When you hold your breath, respiratory acidosis (the inability to
remove respiratory toxins — carbon dioxide) occurs. If the pH
imbalance swings the other way, then hyperventilation occurs.
Metabolic imbalances can occur as a result of
fasting, vomiting or diarrhea. The connective tissue (key for drainage
of waste products via the lymph system) can become acidic and cause
fatigue and headaches. Lactic acid build-up (as a result of extended
exercise) is another example of acidosis.
Acid/Alkaline Balancing Techniques
- Chew food until saliva breaks down food.
- Drink minimal fluids with meals.
- Avoid foods with high toxic residues (commercial meats, dairy,
sprayed produce).
- Eat preservative-free foods.
- Eat locally grown foods.
- Avoid eating large meals.
- Eat fruit before other foods.
What's Your pH?
To determine your own pH, purchase pH paper from any drugstore or LFH.
Apply saliva or urine (first morning void) to the paper. The paper will
change colors to indicate your system's pH. Be sure to perform the test
before eating. Depending on the results of your test, you should alter
your diet to help bring your body back into normal range.
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Acid Forming Foods
- Alcohol
- Asparagus
- Beans
- Cranberries
- Eggs
- Flour
- Lentils
- Meat
- Oatmeal
- Sugar
- Soft drinks
- Tea
- Vinegar
Alkaline Forming Foods
- Avocados
- Corn
- Dates
- Fresh fruits
- Fresh vegetables
- Honey
- Molasses
- Soy products
It is interesting to note that most
acid-forming foods are the foods that are to be avoided during a Candida
cleanse. Candida, as do most micro-organisms, grows in an acidic
environment.
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