Should you balance your pH via your diet? The premise is eating alkaline foods prevents excess acid in the body, which can lead to mineral loss and metabolic upset, as the body restores balance. Sounds scientific... However, our bodies do an amazing job of keeping our blood pH within range for survival. “While the recommendations that you can control pH by balancing acidic and alkaline foods in your diet come from well-meaning people, this idea is misguided,” says Dr. Eisenstein. “One of the beauties of our bodies is that our pH is regulated minute-by-minute. There is no long term effect on your blood from eating acidic foods.” Bottom line: Feel free to eat plenty of alkaline foods, including many fruits and vegetables, but dont get caught up in the biochemical explanation for their benefits. Eat them because they leave you feeling good and enhance your eating experience. Your body will take care of the rest. Read more: cooperaerobics/Health-Tips/Prevention-Plus/Myth-or-Fact-Balancing-Acidic-and-Alkaline-Foods-f.aspx
Posted on: Fri, 09 May 2014 16:01:32 +0000
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