Balancing the alkaline/acid proportion in your body, also known as pH, is important, according to Naturalnews.com. Blood pH is7.35-7.45; the body needs to be slightly alkaline. Every food product has the ability to change your body’s normal pH and can be classified as acidic or alkaline based on their pH, says Thewolfeclinic.com. Knowing the basic acidic foods will help you maintain that balance.
#1 Meat Products
Animal protein is at the top of the acidic food list. Meat products such as beef, carp, claims, fish , lamb, lobster, mussels, oysters, port, rabbit, salmon, shrimp, scallops, tuna, turkey and venison are all considered acidic according to Thewolfeclinic.com.
#2 Dairy Products
Cow’s milk, cheese and butter, goat cheese, sheep cheese and all hard and/or processed cheeses are acidic to the body, says Thewolfeclinic.com. In addition, cream, buttermilk, yogurt, cottage cheese and ice cream are acidic.
#3 Most beverages and All Artificial Sweeteners
Soda, coffee, cocoa, black tea, beer, spirits, hard liquor, and wine are acidic to the body, says Trans4mind.com. All artificial sweeteners are acidic, according to Trans4mind.com.
So, should you stop eating! Never. Just start making choices that balance your intake of acidic and alkaline foods. If you must eat that cheeseburger, forgo the diet soda and opt for water instead. And if you want your morning cup of joe, no problem . . . just enjoy a huge salad for lunch. Find the balance.
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