Maintaining proper pH levels is imperative for our health. Our bodies need to keep a pH level of around 7.4 in order to stay healthy.
This is hard to maintain given the world we currently live in. Ever increasing industrialization has caused elevated CO2 deposition lowering the ocean’s pH from 8.2 to 8.1 causing a negative effect on marine life of all kinds. On top of this the pH of the soil has an effect on the mineral profile of the food we consume.
Having and maintaining an alkaline diet is important. This is going to be derived from nutrients we get from natural foods and veggies. Below you will find a list of alkaline foods you should include in your diet. Eating these will help you maintain a proper pH level. In doing this you will also be ingesting foods that are great for your health in general things that fight off cancer and other illnesses.
- Flax Seed
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Blackberries
- Swiss Chard
- Melon
- Mustard Greens
- Onions
- Tomatoes
- Mushrooms
- Beet Greens
- Cauliflower
- Nightshade Veggies
- Parsnip
- Beets
- Celery
- Cabbage
- Sweet Potatoes
- Carrots
- Watercress
- Broccoli
- Wheat Grass
- Alfalfa
- Pumpkin
- Peppers
- Wild Greens
- Barley Greens
- Peas
- Radishes
- Sea Veggies
- Rutabaga
- Dandelions
- Edible Flowers
- Eggplant
- Fermented Veggies
- Garlic
- Green Beans
- Green Peas
- Chard Greens
- Chlorella
- Collard Greens
- Cucumber
- Spinach
- Spirulina
- Sprouts
- Alka
- Tangerine
- Tropical Fruit
- Tomato
- Umeboshi Plums
- Plums
- Dates
- Fig
- Grapes
- Grapefruit
- Honeydew
- Lime
- Lemon
- Apple
- Apricot
- Avocado
- Banana
- Cantaloupe
- Cherries
- Coconut
- Orange
- Peach
- Pear
- Pineapple
- Rhubarb
- Tempeh
- Almonds
- Millet
- Chestnuts
- Tofu
- Sea Salt
- Mustard
- Ginger
- Cinnamon
- Curry
- Tamari
- Miso
- Chili Peppers
- Mineral water
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Green Juices
- Veggie Juice
- Fruit juice
- Molasses
- Bee Pollen
- Probiotic Cultures
- Basil
- Mint
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Chives
- Borage
- Bay Leaves
- Dill
I’m sure you have probably heard of most of these and know that a lot of them are natural remedies for many different things as well. This is even better for you considering you will be promoting better health through your pH and in general. You see things like berries and melons while highly alkaline are also filled with antioxidants and as such can do much more for your body.
When our bodies reach a pH level that is far too acidic this can cause a wide range of health issues. A very low ph level can cause or be called Acidosis. This can come in two forms Respiratory Acidosis and Metabolic Acidosis. The signs of Acidosis are;
- Fatigue
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Sleepiness
- Headaches
- Rapid breathing
- Lack of appetite
- Increased heart rate
- Fruity breath
Without proper treatment this sort of thing can cause;
- Chronic kidney issues
- Bone disease
- Kidney stones
And many other issues. There is no need in putting your body or yourself through this issue. Do what’s best and implement the foods above into your diet and your families. You will not regret it. Maintaining your pH balance will be something that helps you throughout your life. For more information on maintaining your pH balance watch the video below.