The pH scale measures from 0 to 14, with 0 being the most acidic, 7 being neutral, and 14 the most alkaline. The optimal pH for the body is slightly alkaline, in the 7 to 7.4 pH range; diseases in the human body thrive in an acidic environment. However, too much alkalinity is not healthy either and is an imbalance also. For people to be vibrantly healthy, the blood, fluids and tissues in our bodies must be only slightly alkaline.

Determine pH

Start by purchasing a pH kit to determine the pH of your body. Test pH first thing in the morning by testing the saliva and urine. Capture a small amount of urine in a cup and dip the pH paper included in the kit into the urine. Match the color on the pH paper to the pH chart that comes with the kit. For saliva test you may spit directly on the pH paper and then check the color on the pH chart. Keeping a record of the results to monitor your progress is a good idea. Ideally the urine should be 6.6 pH and the saliva, 7.4 pH.

Dietary Guidelines

A diet that is 75 percent alkalizing and 25 percent acidifying works well for most people to keep their pH in a healthy range. A good rule of thumb to remember when making food choices is that all vegetables are alkaline. All fruits except for cranberries are alkalizing. The acidic food list contains all meats, dairy, beans, sugar, alcohol, grains, fats and pasta. If your pH tests reveal that you are too alkaline, then try eating a higher percentage of the acidifying foods and monitor your pH until it comes down to the desired range.

Cautions

One possible danger of a body being too alkaline is called sudden alkaline shock. This sometimes happens if a person consumes only alkaline foods, herbs and drinks alkaline water and other alkaline substances. It is important to avoid unnatural methods of alkalizing, such as chemicals and water treatment. A great way to lower the body's pH is by consuming a more acidic diet.

Source:

NaturalNews.com: Can Your Body's PH be too Alkaline?

PHion Balance: Informational Web page

More Information:

The Wolfe Clinic: Alkalizing and Acidifying Food Chart