Why you should have paid attention in science class: the pH scale

 

Healthy living begins with the establishment of an alkaline environment in our bodies. The pH scale ranges from 1-14, 7 is neutral below that is acidic and above it is alkaline or basic. It is true that our bodies need both acid and alkaline for processing of different foods. The human body is generally 80 percent alkaline and 20 percent acidic. However, if we go too far into the acid side of the pH scale that is where physical trouble begins.

Alkalinity is beneficial because viruses, colds, flus, disease, and bacteria cannot survive in an alkaline environment. As the saying goes, "an ounce of prevention equals a pound of cure" and in this case it could not be more relevant. Balanced nutrition and supplementation can help to bring our bodies out of its acidic state. The traditional American diet is plagued with preservatives, antibiotics, and hormones. Additionally, with the rate at which this country produces waste and uses natural resources, our exposure to environmental toxins is growing exponentially. All of these elements are attacking our internal organs by creating a toxic environment that inhibits proper cell functioning.

Many of the common health problems that Americans face stem from the lack of balance between acid and alkaline in our bodies. Yet traditional medicine fails to recognize this critical health issue and continues to prescribe drugs that contribute to chemical toxicity.

Acidosis, the state at which the acid in our bodies increases to an unhealthy level, is a prime environment for disease and illness to flourish. Some symptoms of acidosis can include but are not limited to: heart problems, obesity, immune deficiency, urinary tract issues, cancerous mutations, premature aging, fatigue, and osteoporosis.

Think organic, organic, organic. It's important that our diet is free of as many preservatives, antibiotics, and hormones as possible. If you cannot pronounce it, then you shouldn't ingest it! Be mindful of food labels and be conscious of where and how the food you consume is grown. Stores are full of processed foods that increase the acidity of our bodies.

Consume as much organic vegetables, fruits, soy products(edamame, tofu, tempeh) and free-range vegetarian fed poultry/meats and fish as you can.

Water is also essential to our body's functioning especially when it comes to the pH scale. Lemon water (water with a squeezed lemon) is especially helpful in alkalizing our bodies. Try to stay away from carbonated, caffeinated drinks with lots of sugar. Try caffeine-free herbal teas to supplement your water intake or use organic stevia extract as an alternative.

Continue to be mindful of the things that you put in your mouth, put on your skin, and in your environment. We are given one body in this life, start alkalizing your life today!

For more info: Alkaline Acid Diet ; Trace Minerals and pH ; Is your pH acidic? ; The Acid Alkaline Food Guide

 

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