How to Have a Balanced pH Diet
Many experts believe a balanced pH diet supports proper metabolism and help the body resist disease.
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You Will Need
- A food diary
- pH strips
- Foods with low acidity
- Alkalizing beverages
Steps
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Never change your diet without first consulting your physician.
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Step 1
Pay attention to what you eat
Keep a food diary to understand what foods you consume and how they may be affecting your body’s pH balance.
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Step 2
Test your pH balance
Test the pH levels in your body to determine the need and value of a pH-balanced diet plan. Use pH strips, available at health food stores, pharmacies, and online.
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Step 3
Change your diet to restore a pH balance
Change your nutrition to restore a natural pH balance by including whole foods, essential fats, and alkalizing beverages like spring water or green tea.
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Replace coffee and soft drinks with herbal, green, or ginger teas and lemon water.
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Step 4
Avoid certain foods
Avoid processed and artificial foods, including anything made with white sugar or white flour. Consume other fats, meats, and dairy in smaller amounts.
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Step 5
Add supplements to support diet
Add nutritional supplements that support a pH-balanced diet, including coral calcium, food enzymes, alkaline minerals, and vitamins A and D.
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Pure water has a neutral pH of 7.
