In health circles there has been much recent talk about acid / alkaline imbalance. Let's see if we can clarify how experts recommend we correct this imbalance.
The problem
Your body functions best when neither too acid nor too alkaline. Unfortunately almost all of us have become acidic due to diet, drinks and stress -- both psychological and from pollution. Acids can build up in the body's system causing the body's pH to be out of balance.
The effects
According to Dr. Stefan Kuprowsky, "Acid wastes build up in the body in the form of cholesterol, gallstones, kidney stones, arterial plaque, urates, phosphates and sulfates. These acidic waste products are the direct cause of premature aging and the onset of chronic disease."
When this occurs, the body will restore its optimal pH by depleting certain minerals, such as potassium, calcium and magnesium, from organs and bones. In addition, your immune system may become fatigued from dealing with an excess of acid. Your body then stores acidic wastes in 'hiding places' such as muscles etc. rather than releasing the acids into the bloodstream. As Dr. Robert Atkins, the noted author, health and diet expert, notes: "Just about every condition I can think of, from arthritis to diabetes to cancer, is associated with acidity."
"The countless names of illnesses do not really matter. What does matter is that they all come from the same root cause...too much tissue acid waste in the body!" Theodore A. Baroody, ND, Ph.D.
What can be done?
A vast body of research reveals you can help the body neutralize acids in the blood and maintain a balanced pH, by taking some simple steps, such as:
Exercise
Avoiding highly acid-forming food and drink.
Drinking the right water
What is the "right" water?
"International studies show that populations with little or no history of illness, such as cancer, drink higher pH (alkaline) waters. After all potential risk factors were considered and factored out, it became evident that they had been drinking waters with a pH of 9.0 to 10.0." Dr. Leonard Horowitz in "Aids and Ebola"
Alkaline ionized water "first came to notice in Japan, where researchers noted that people drinking water that came from certain fast-moving rocky mountain streams enjoyed extraordinarily good health. It turned out that this naturally occurring water was alkaline and had a different structure and electrical properties." Larry Clapp, PhD. in "Prostate Health in 90 days"
Alkaline water is produced at home with a small kitchen appliance called a water ionizer (long in use in Japan and Korea). As water ionizers have become more popular in North America, more health professionals have had the opportunity to evaluate their effects on their clients:
Sue Pollock, N.D. writes, we can "assist the body in being more alkaline with ?drinking alkaline water."
"I believe that the best water is water that is alkaline (reduced) and purified using a small device known as a water ionizer." (Dr. Stefan Kuprowsky)
"It is my opinion that ionized water will change the way in which all health practitioners and the public approach their health in the coming years." Dr. T. Baroody in "Alkalize or Die."
Why not just rely on a change of diet?
According to Sang Whang, researcher and author of "Reverse Aging", the danger is that we might omit important foods:
"Since the waste products that we are trying to discharge are acidic, the right kind of water is alkaline water...My personal recommendation is to enjoy the foods that we like, but do not over-eat or exclude any food. Eat in moderation following the professional dieticians' "balanced diet" concept, and let alkaline water do the job of cleansing acidic wastes."
Stan Howard is a researcher with Best Water, which specializes in water ionizers and in water purification research. For a Free comprehensive report comparing all water purification methods, and for additional articles and research about acid/alkaline balance, visit http://www.wateri onizer.org
elite cleaning services Des Plaines ..East Meets WestAsian cultures have realized the medical benefits of... Read More
The proliferation of fast food restaurants, convenience stores, and vending... Read More
Zingiber officinale has been held in the highest regard by... Read More
Eating out when you are on a restricted diet always... Read More
How is it that we can't seem to think that... Read More
In the brain, a typical protein can live for approximately... Read More
"To eat an apple before going to bed will make... Read More
Tired of having stare-downs with those boxes of Krispy Kremes,... Read More
When we think about the benefits of being ensuring a... Read More
The ingredients list found on the back or side panel... Read More
Heart disease results when plaque builds up inside the arterial... Read More
Remember the old adage, you are what you eat? The... Read More
"What exercises can I do to ?? As fitness professional... Read More
Did you know that the food you eat when you... Read More
Like the Sun, Moon, and Earth, there are three kinds... Read More
Get back to the basics - eat fresh at home... Read More
The nutritional support in critically ill patients can be explained... Read More
Dieting is a pain. I think basically everyone would agree... Read More
It is a question we must ask ourselves continually if... Read More
The Omega Zone Diet and specialists' opinion"Omega RX Zone -... Read More
Fruit calories are very healthy as compared to calories in... Read More
I know that the headline is a oldie, but it... Read More
Because I believe diet and exercise are so important, I'm... Read More
Looking into statistics, we can see the average American consumes... Read More
It seems as if the health of America is failing.... Read More
eco-friendly cleaning service Buffalo Grove ..Because of consumer demand, the food industry focus is on... Read More
Secretly we all want just a few things in life,... Read More
Do you notice your child putting off going to the... Read More
Our bodies are truly incredible machines. What makes cells healthy?... Read More
Did you know that the food you eat could be... Read More
What if there was a combination of foods that were... Read More
Nutrition has everything to do with health. This isn't news,... Read More
Are Your Cells Talking To Each Other?Communication! It permeates our... Read More
Established in 1989 by Stephen DeFelice, "Foundation for Innovation in... Read More
Most red and white meats are very fatty and are... Read More
Quick Overview- I think the most important thing for people... Read More
Carbohydrates - found in grains, breads, pasta, and sugar, as... Read More
One way to combat the boredom many people complain accompanies... Read More
Cholesterol is present in our bodies by one of two... Read More
I would like to raise a question: Is Rejuvenation possible... Read More
Ambrotose? - the Nutritional Alphabet of the "Sweet Language of... Read More
What is your brain made ofOver 50% of your brain... Read More
THE RISKWhen you consume food that's high in acid or... Read More
Images of "protein powder" containers with accomplished bodybuilders on their... Read More
We come from a society where growing organic and just... Read More
During the Second World War, the Germans used fluoride as... Read More
When it comes to food, we can't ignore the facts... Read More
The confusion about eating healthy and dieting will now be... Read More
Incorporating these fat loss tips will improve your nutrition program.... Read More
How To Have A Healthy ThanksgivingEnd of the year holidays... Read More
Nutrition |