Acid-base balance is the most important indicator of biochemical balance in the body. And it depends, first of all, on what we eat.
Even ancient oriental scientists argued that all products are divided into two groups: acidic (yin) and alkaline (yang). In this regard, they have completely different effects on the body.
According to research data, in the diet of a modern person, as a rule, foods that promote acidification of the body predominate. Hence, weak immunity, susceptibility to colds, chronic fatigue, various allergic reactions, and so on. In addition, acidification leads to the deposition of extra pounds, that is, obesity. So why not try to rebalance oxidizing and alkalizing foods to keep you healthy and lose weight at the same time?
How to check?
Pharmacies sell litmus papers that can measure the pH of saliva and urine - they show the acid-base balance in our body. Several conditions must be met. It is not necessary to measure the pH of urine in the morning after waking up, but during the second trip to the toilet. You need to make several measurements and summarize the arithmetic mean. Note: A urine pH below 7 is a sign of acidification.
How to restore pH
Introduce alkalizing foods into your diet to restore balance. To a greater extent, cereals - buckwheat, rice - and to a lesser extent - vegetables. It is enough to include fish in the menu 1-2 times a week, and legumes once. When you feel better, you can try to include acidic and alkaline foods in approximately equal proportions, giving the advantage to the latter. Your goal is to gradually achieve a 1: 2 ratio between acidic and alkaline foods.
Strong oxidation gives: eggplant, zucchini, cucumbers, tomatoes, spinach, sorrel, green peas, beets, celery, garlic, citrus fruits, bananas, dates, corn, oats, olive and peanut butter, fish, beef, rabbit, pork, sugar, coffee, honey, cocoa, fruit juices, wine.
Weak oxidation: grapes, plums, prunes, pears, peaches, white cabbage and cauliflower, watermelon, melon, walnuts, peanuts, almonds, hazelnuts, sunflower oil, dried beans, lamb, cream, butter, hard cheese, kefir, milk, chocolate, alcoholic and carbonated drinks, tea, beer.
Strong alkalization give: carrots, parsley, watercress, pumpkin, buckwheat, millet, rice, saffron, red and black caviar, pheasant, eggs, chamomile tea, Japanese bunch tea.
Weak oxidation: strawberries, apples, onions, leeks, radishes, turnips, horseradish, dill, peas, flaxseed oil, cinnamon, rosemary, thyme, fish (catfish, herring, sardines), turkey, duck, green tea.
A diet composed entirely of alkalizing foods is possible, but should not exceed two weeks.
