pH Balancing
What
is pH?
·
Potential
of Hydrogen which is the balance between positive charged ions (acid forming)
and negative charged ions (alkaline forming)
·
A
measure of acidity or alkalinity of a solution (lower/acidic, higher/alkaline)
·
All
foods leave an ash residue after metabolism, either acid or alkaline
·
The
body continually strives to balance pH
·
Individual
stress patterns, ability to process life’s ups/downs, emotional
stability…impact digestive system & influence its action
Why is pH
balancing necessary?
Your
body is able to assimilate minerals and nutrients only when balanced. You may take in healthy nutrients but are you
able to absorb / assimilate them? Our
cells will extract nutrients from the blood (food and supplements) only when
the correct pH ratio is maintained.
Example: iron can only utilize iodine when the body is
between 6.3-6.6 (leading to various thyroid disorders)
Where should your
body be?
Urine
pH should fluctuate between 6.0-6.4 morning (dump lots of acid after sleeping
all night, this is natural function of the body) and 6.4-7.0 evening
Saliva
pH should stay between 6.4-6.8 all day
Urine
results indicate how well your body is assimilating minerals (especially
calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium – called acid buffers). If acid levels are too high, the body will
not be able to excrete acid. It must
either store the acid in body tissues or buffer - borrow minerals from organs,
bones, etc. in order to control & neutralize acidity.
Saliva
results indicate the activity of digestive enzymes, especially the liver &
stomach. This reveals the flow of
enzymes running through your body & shows their effect on all body systems.
When should you
test yourself?
1
hour before a meal
2
hours after a meal
test
yourself 2 days per week
·
Acidic
residues are result of:
·
Stress,
negative emotions, poor food combining, excess acid-forming foods/drinks,
insufficient digestive capacity
·
Alkaline
residues are a result of:
·
Good
food combining, moderate quantities of food chewed well, relaxation, soothing
light massage, moderate non-confronting exercise, deep breathing, meditation,
prayer, centeredness, moonlight, unconditional love
·
Once
the alkaline reserves (calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, iron, manganese)
are depleted, the body breaks down
·
Lack
of calcium ~ muscle crams, nervousness, heart palpitations, brittle nails,
eczema, hypertension, aching joints, increased cholesterol levels, rheumatoid
arthritis, tooth decay, insomnia, rickets, numbness in the arms and/or legs; is
vital for the formation of strong bones & teeth, maintains a regular
heartbeat & the transmission of nerve impulses, needed for muscle
growth/contraction/prevention of muscle cramps, essential in blood clotting,
helps prevent colon cancer, may lower blood pressure & prevent bone loss
(osteoporosis), provides energy, protects the bones & teeth from lead
·
Lack
of magnesium ~ babies: scream so you have to walk them all night, complexion
fades, eyes lose their brightness; interferes with the transmission of nerve
& muscle impulses, causing irritability & nervousness; depression,
dizziness, muscle weakness, twitching, heart disease, high blood pressure; it
aids in maintaining the proper pH balance, is vital to enzyme activity, assists
calcium & potassium uptake,
·
Lack
of sodium ~ joints crack, rheumatism/stiffness, difficult breathing, calcium
deposits in ear or big toe, gout, digestive/elimination problems, feel well one
day & sick the next, feel like something wrong is going to happen all the
time, sleepy during the day (always tired & drowsy), active brain in the
night (esp after midnight), judgement is unreliable, poor concentration,
greater tendency to sunstroke or heat stroke
·
Lack
of potassium ~ fats not converted into the proper compounds, improperly
processed fats may result in a certain form of rheumatism, brain cannot
function properly, feel off balanced, feel like falling, mental work &
physical movements become difficult, low tissue oxidation which means the
tissues cannot function properly like swollen ankles, periodic headaches,
inward fever but not outward fever (something seems to be burning on the inside
but not on the outside), skin itches (everywhere), a scar on the body itches
more, sensitive corns, self-abuse, lack of bowel movements
·
Lack
of iron ~ brittle hair, nails that are spoon-shaped or that have ridges running
lenghthwise, hair loss, fatigue, pallor, dizziness, anemia; is needed for
production of hemoglobin & oxygenation of red blood cells, is essential for
many enzymes, is important for the growth in children & resistance to
disease, is required for a healthy immune system & for energy production
·
Lack
of manganese ~ is needed for healthy nerves, healthy immune system, blood sugar
regulation, is used for energy production, required for normal bone growth
& reproduction, is essential for iron-deficient anemics
Excess
Acid Waste:
Excess
acid waste is the cause of many ailments.
If your diet is largely composed of meats, fish, cheeses, breads, white
flour foods, white sugar foods, greasy take-aways, chocolate, coffee, wine,
beer & cigarettes, you may suffer from acidic complaints. This condition forces the body to borrow
minerals (calcium, sodium, potassium and magnesium) from vital organs and bones
to buffer the acid & safely remove it from the body. This condition may go undetected for years.
Initial
Symptoms:
Acne, agitation,
bloating, chemical sensitivities to odors & gas heat, cold hands/feet,
constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, excess head mucus, food allergies,
heartburn, hot urine hyperactivity, indigestion, irregular heartbeat, joint
pains that travel, lack of sex drive, low energy, metallic taste in mouth, mild
headaches, muscular pain, panic attacks, PMT, rapid heartbeat, rapid panting
breath, white-coated tongue
Intermediate
Symptoms:
Asthma, bacterial/fungal
infections, bronchitis, cold sores, colitis, cystitis, dark circles under eyes,
depression, ear aches, flu/colds, gastritis, hayfever, impotence, insomnia,
memory loss, migraine headaches, psoriasis, sinusitis, urethritis
Advanced
Symptoms:
Cancer (all forms),
chrohn’s disease, erythematosis, hodgkin’s disease, leukemia, multiple
sclerosis, schizophrenia, systemic lupus, rheumatoid arthritis
Excess Alkaline
Waste
Though
relatively uncommon, high alkalinity may cause many of the same mineral problems
as acidity. This condition can cause the
body to digest foods too slowly, giving rise to a toxic bowel & urinary
tract problems. High alkaline is
considered to be dangerous & generally takes longer for the body to correct
than acidosis. It is often a result of
alkaline drugs.
Conditions
may include:
Skin & liver
problems, parasites, body odor, bad breath, allergies (food & environment),
chronic infections & weak conditions, constipation, slow bowels
The
best way to judge how acidic you are is to observe your own body symptoms. Tests only show the amount of acidity begin
released. The real test is to honestly
ask yourself “how do I feel”
Good
Digestion:
Most people have busy lives…to ensure proper
digestion:
·
Create
peaceful meal times
·
Give
thanks for the gift of food
·
Chew
and insalivate your food well
·
Makes
your food more alkaline, especially grains
·
Fill
stomach ½ with food, ¼ with liquid, leaving ¼ empty for digestion
·
Avoid
ice water with meals
·
Good
food combinations
·
Poor
digestion abilities or trying to lose weight ~ stay away from 50/50
starch/protein meals
·
strong
digestion may tolerate many combinations
Basic
rules:
·
No
protein with starch
·
Protein
foods like meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, dairy, seeds & nuts combine well
with all vegetables except starchy vegetables (potatoes, yams, pumpkin)
·
Eat
proteins 1st, add salads & cooked vegetables later in the meal
·
Fruits
that help digest protein can be eaten 45 minutes before ~ apples, apricots,
blueberries, grapefruit, kiwis, lemons, nectarines, oranges, papaya, peaches,
pears, pineapple, sour plums, raspberries, strawberries
·
Protein
& starch foods are beans (soak overnight, discard water, take digestive
herbs), when eaten with grains form complete proteins. Sprouted beans raw or cooked are easier to
digest & are more alkaline-forming.
·
Starches
like grains, cereals, breads, pasta, potatoes, yams, taro, parsnip, mature
starchy corn & pumpkin combine well with all vegetables and slow-fermenting
fruits like banana, apple & coconut.
·
Dairy
foods (light protein) combined with starch is a more tolerable combination than
meat with starch
·
Yogurt
is more digestible than milk due to its enzyme rich pre-digested nature, making
it good for enzyme replenishment
·
General
Rule for Good Combinations:
·
It’s
the main ingredient that counts
·
80/20
rule
·
80%
alkaline / 20% acid
·
80%
most fruits & veggies / 20% protein & starch
·
50-80%
cooked root veggies with raw mixed veggies combined with a little protein is
tolerable
·
Fruit
is best on its own
Symptoms
of Digestive Stress:
A
drop in energy after meal or sleepiness, stomach pain, acid reflux, heartburn,
dizziness, bad temper, bitter taste in mouth, nausea, vomiting &
constipation.
·
Digestive herbs can be cooked with food
(fennel seeds/leaf with fish; cayenne, anise, dill, garlic, parsley & curry
herbs with beans). Herbal teas
(chamomile & peppermint) can be taken before meal to stimulate the
digestive process.
·
Peppermint
tea ½ hour before meal is a safe digestive aid
·
Digestive enzymes may be taken to assist
digestion. Eat more raw veggies to give
your body the raw material needed to make it’s own enzymes ~ raw fruits, veggies,
sprouted grains, seeds, beans are excellent for enzyme replenishment; fermented
foods such as yogurt, miso, tempeh, sauerkraut, sour dough bread & cultured
cheeses also;
·
Eat a wide variety of
foods
(suspected allergenic foods may be tolerated once in 4 days)
Acid
tasting foods like all citrus, pineapple, strawberries, kiwi and tomatoes
become alkaline-forming after metabolism.
If you develop a rash (due to the sudden release of acidity), stop
eating them & reintroduce slowly.
As
you are cleansing, you may have a healing crisis. Viruses thrive in acid wastes so you may end
up with a viral infection.
Make
changes gradually
Be
patient
Drink
lots of water, in 4 ounce increments so you don’t stress your kidneys
Get
lots of rest and sleep
Exercise,
plenty of fresh air, pleasure, laughter, good conversations, enjoyment,
unconditional love
Get rid of fear, worry, anger, gossip, hatred,
envy & negative emotions
Eat
according to your occupation
Deep
breathing releases at least 50% of body toxins
pH Balancing Herbal Program to consider:
Enzymes
for proper digestion ~ Food Enzymes, Proactazyme
Calcium
& Magnesium for alkaline ~ Skeletal Strength, Calcium/Magnesium
Minerals
for alkaline, strength & energy ~ Spectra Maxx, Chinese Mineral Chi
Vitamin
A&D to hold calcium in body if needed
Cleanse
colon & support urinary so acidity can get out ~ CleanStart for colon;
Kidney Drainage for Kidneys
We
have pH Test Strips ~ http://www.naturessunshine.com/us/product/ph-test-strips-100/2918/
Spectra
Maxx is from Sisel ~ https://smile4you.mysisel.com/en/US/productscategory.htm?categoryId=24
I love this liquid for all the minerals,
vitamins, antioxidants & so much more!
All others are from NSP ~ http://www.naturessunshine.com/us/products/a-z/
Keeping our pH balanced s VIP!
Call me for specific help…I love helping!
“Thank You” for your interest in natural health!
For more information, please feel free to contact me…
Shari Uhazie, CH, CNHC
Herbalist, Natural Health
Consultant/Enthusiast!!
Sunshine Natural Health Shoppe
920-639-7645
Shari@SunshineNatural.com
Information is for educational purposes only and not meant to diagnose
or treat any disease.
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