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74 Alkaline Foods to Naturally

Balance Your Body


Taken from:
http://bembu.com/alkaline-foods

If youre trying to go alkaline, youll need to know which foods help your body
get to and stay in an alkaline state. The general idea is to eat foods without
worrying about an acidic effect, although some are more alkaline than others.
Its not necessary to eat only alkaline foods in order to get the bodys pH
levels to be alkaline, and a certain percentage of foods can and should be
acidic, but you should try to choose natural whole foods, like fruits,
vegetables and natural grains

Should I Try The Alkaline Diet


The alkaline diet is one in a string of evidence-based and non-evidence-based
diet fads. The idea is to replace acid-forming foods with alkaline foods in order
to balance your bodys pH levels. Certain food components that can cause
acidity in the body include protein, phosphate and sulfur. Alkaline
components, on the other hand, include calcium, potassium and magnesium.
Acidic foods include meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, alcohol and most grains,
while alkaline foods include certain fruits, nuts, legumes and vegetables.
There are also foods that are considered neutral, including natural fats,
starches and natural sugars.

The alkaline diet is said to improve health and fight serious diseases like
cancer. Although the diet is actually quite healthy in essence, there is no
evolutionary evidence or human physiological evidence to support some of
the many health claims. The reason the diet is a healthy one is because it
encourages the consumption of natural unprocessed plant-based foods and
lots of fruits and vegetables. But acids, such as amino acids and fatty acids,
are actually an extremely important part of any diet in people who dont have
an intolerance to them, and should not be cut out.

What Should My pH Levels Be?


This is an important foundation of the alkaline diet, and the ideas behind it.
The pH value is a measure of how acidic or alkaline something is, and ranges
from 0 to 14. Anything ranging from 0 to 7 is considered acidic, 7 is neutral,
and 7 to 14 is alkaline, or basic. However, the pH value in peoples bodies
varies greatly throughout. Some parts are alkaline and other parts are acidic.
The stomach, for example, has hydrochloric acid in it, making it highly acidic,
but this is an important digestive necessity in order to break down food.
Blood, however, is always slightly alkaline, and it is extremely serious and
sometimes fatal if it becomes acidic. Food cannot change your blood pH
though, so what you eat has nothing to do with blood becoming acidic. It is
only ever caused by a serious disease affecting its level.

Healthy Alkaline Foods

If you feel that you have an unbalanced diet and eat too many acidic forming
foods, like meat, dairy, processed food and alcohol, and not enough alkaline
foods, like fruits, vegetables and legumes, then take a look at this list and see
if you can increase your alkaline intake

1. Almonds & Almond Milk


These tasty nuts consistently rank on the list of healthiest foods to eat, and
theyre also an alkaline food. Almonds have been linked to increased muscle
gain, lowering cholesterol levels, and aiding fat loss. You dont have to eat a
lot of almonds in order to enjoy their benefits, but they do make a great snack
that you can take anywhere, making them a great option for in between
meals.

Top stats (per 100g):


Calcium 27%
Iron 25%
Protein 44%
2. Amaranth
This is a grain that not many people are familiar with. It makes a great
addition to any alkaline-focused diet plan. In addition to being an alkaline
forming food, it is also known for its relatively high levels of protein for a
grain, and it is full of vitamins and minerals that are essential for overall
health. If youre not sure how to prepare it for you and your family, there are
plenty of recipes available to bring you up to speed.
Top stats (per 100g):
Calcium 16%
Iron 42%
Protein 14g

3. Artichokes
Artichokes are often seen on top of salads, or blended up in dips, but there
are a number of reasons to make them more of a feature food in your diet.
One of those reasons is their alkalinity, which helps raise your bodys pH
levels. Artichokes are full of antioxidants, and help purify the liver, aiding
digestion. So, a salad with leafy greens and topped with a hearty amount of
artichokes is a great idea.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 20%
Vitamin K 12%
Folates 17%

4. Arugula
Heres a leafy green thats really worth getting to know. Arugula is often used
as part of a detox diet plan, and the fact that its an alkaline food is a big part
of that. This ultra-healthy vegetable is full of Vitamin A and has an impressive
amount of calcium. We usually associate dairy products with calcium, but this
is a great alternative source to make sure youre getting enough.

Top stats (per 100g):


Calcium 16%
Vitamin A 47%
Iron 8%

5. Asparagus
Sticking with the super beneficial greens asparagus has an alkaline effect on
the body, and it just so happens that its one of the strongest foods you can
eat in terms of alkalinity. Each food is ranked according to how alkaline it is,
and asparagus is one of the big dogs in that chart. But it brings a lot more
than that to the table, including antioxidants, nutrients, and plenty of
detoxifying components. Asparagus has even been found to have anti-aging
benefits, which should be enough for most people to start adding more of it to
their meals!

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin A 15%
Vitamin C 9%
Iron 12%

6. Avocado & Avocado Oil


Its no surprise that avocado is on our list of alkaline foods. This creamy green
fruit manages to make it onto any list of superfoods, so you know its packing
a nutritional punch. Avocados are high in potassium as well as healthy fat,
and in addition to helping you be more alkaline, youre getting other perks as
well. You can also use avocado oil in favor of other oils that dont provide any
alkaline benefit, or worse, are acid-forming in the body.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 17%
Vitamin A 3%
Fiber 27%

7. Basil
You might not have thought that the herbs and spices you use on your food
have an effect on how alkaline or acidic your pH levels are. But as it turns out
there are good spices and bad spices. Basil happens to be one of the ones
that helps keep you alkaline, and it also has plenty of other impressive
nutritional value, such as the flavonoids it contains. These help the body to
heal and basil in general can help with several different areas of the body.
Top stats (per 100g):
Vitamin A 175%
Vitamin K 345%
Calcium 18%

8. Beetroot
Beetroot gets more attention now than ever before, and its one of the foods
out there that will act to help raise your pH levels. The reason its an
important vegetable to include in your diet is because it is one of the only
sources of the phytonutrient betalain, which may have anti-cancer properties.
You can have beetroot as a side, use them as a salad topper, put them in
smoothies, or even bake brownies with them! Be sure to buy beets fresh and
steam them, because the pickled variety has reduced nutritional value.
Top stats (per 100g):
Vitamin C 8%
Vitamin K 11%
Folate 75%
9. Broccoli
This is a quintessential healthy food that is, unsurprisingly, a healthy alkaline
food. Broccoli is one of those vegetables that has so much nutritional value
and so many benefits that it is a must-add to your diet. Luckily, we have
known for a long time how great broccoli is for our health, so it has been a
staple on Western plates for generations. Its a quick easy option to steam or
stir fry as one of your veg sides at any meal during the week.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 135%
Vitamin A 11%
Calcium 4%

10. Brussels Sprouts


Maybe you left your Brussels sprouts on your plate untouched as a child, but
its time to get over that and learn to like these healthy vegetables. Pinch
your nose and go for it! Brussel sprouts have been shown to be able to help
the body break down the acids caused by acid-forming foods, which boosts
your pH levels and helps you reach, or maintain, a healthy alkaline state. In
addition to that, theyre also packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, so
they make a great side dish to any meal. Its best to buy fresh and steam
them.
Top stats (per 100g):
Vitamin C 142%
Vitamin A 15%
Iron 8%

11. Buckwheat
Buckwheat gets mentioned a lot in health food circles because it doesnt
contain wheat, but has a similar texture when its in noodle form. This is a
great option for gluten-free dieters. Its also an alkaline food, so you can eat it
without worrying if it will be acidic in your system. Its also a surprisingly good
source of protein, and has a decent amount of iron in it as well. If youve
never used buckwheat in your cooking before, there are plenty
of recipes available to add it into your diet, and dont worry its a pretty easy
one to cook with!
Top stats (per 100g):
Iron 12%
Calcium 2%
Protein 13.3g

12. Cabbage
If you dont like the taste of cabbage, keep an open mind. It could be that you
just havent found a good recipe for it. Its really easy to cook cabbage poorly,
so give it another try if its on your Do Not Eat list! In addition to its
alkalinity, it may be very effective in preventing, as well as reversing, certain
cancers. Add to that the fiber content is boasts, and the low caloric load, and
its a winner for just about every diet out there.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 54%
Vitamin A 3%
Calcium 5%

13. Carrot
Carrots are good for the eyes, but their overall effect is also an alkaline one.
This makes them doubly good to eat, and they are tasty both raw and
steamed. Aside from theyre eye health benefits, carrots also have plenty of
vitamins, fiber, and potassium, making them a very well-rounded veggie. So
make like Bugs Bunny and be sure to get your carrot fix every now and then.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin A 336%
Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 3%

14. Cauliflower
Cauliflower is in the same vegetable family as broccoli and Brussels sprouts,
and shares many of the same healthy characteristics, including being an
alkaline food. It has a good amount of fiber, and its a great non-fruit source of
Vitamin C. Its also very easy to prepare, but to keep as much of its alkaline
nature as possible, eat it raw on salads or steam it until its tender and easy
to eat. You can even use it as a rice alternative if you are trying to reduce the
amount of carbs you consume in a day. Simply blend the cauliflower until it
resembles rice, spread it across a tin or pan, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for
approximately 15 minutes in a moderate oven.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 77%
Calcium 2%
Iron 2%

15. Celery
Youve got to love celery, even if you dont necessarily love the taste. In
addition to being an alkaline food, its also very low in calories, and can boost
your body with a number of nutritional benefits. If you dont like crunching it
up and having the strands get stuck in your teeth, pulverize it in a blender
while youre making a green smoothie or fruit smoothie.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin A 4%
Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 2%

16. Chia
You might not think these little seeds could pack such a nutritional punch, or
have any effect on your bodys pH levels, and it turns out, on top of all the
health benefits everyone raves about, chia seeds also help with your
alkalinity. The nice thing about them is you can sprinkle them on just about
anything. Think about making a soup out of the veggies on this list, and then
sprinkling in some chia seeds for good measure. Or add them to a smoothie
to help tip it to the alkaline side, as well as increasing your fiber hit. You can
add them to healthy baked goods, like banana bread, or even add them to
cous cous. Be creative!
Top stats (per 100g):
Iron 20%
Calcium 20%
Vitamin A 10%

17. Chives
Its time to increase your intake of chives, and since they dont typically find
their way onto the plate, youll have to seek them out. Chives are an alkaline
producing food, and they also do a great job of adding a punch of flavour to a
meal, so you can think of new ways to use them. One great option is new
potatoes simply sprinkle them over the top. You can also add them into
soups, or as a garnish or salads.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin A 3%
Vitamin C 3%
18. Cilantro
Heres another fantastic way to add big amounts of taste to your plate, while
also helping to tip your body towards being and staying alkaline. Its hard to
imagine that these little guys can make a difference, but theyre not only
alkaline-forming, they can help with cholesterol, anemia, and digestion. Its
easy enough to use in your cooking, and you can even plant it if you have a
herb garden at home, or even in a pot on your windowsill. Theres no need to
eat massive amounts of it, since it combines nicely with other foods found on
this page.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 1%
Calcium 1%
Iron 2%

19. Coconut
Coconut is such a natural food that its no surprise that much of whats inside
is good for you. The health benefits of the coconut milk, water, and flesh are
all well-documented, and now you can add alkalinity to its list of benefits. Its
sometimes hard to think of ways to add more coconut into your life, since
youll want to avoid the packaged coconuts shavings used in baking. Youll
want to stick to things like coconut oil, coconut water, and fresh coconut flesh
in order to reap the benefits.
Top stats (per 100g):
Iron 11%
Vitamin C 4%
Calcium 1%

20. Collard Greens


Collard greens are a staple soul food, and this is one vegetable to get familiar
with if youre not already. Being a green, its swinging some serious alkaline
might, and in addition to that, it made our list of top cancer fighting foods,
which is no coincidence since the two go hand-in-hand. Add to that the
whopping amount of Vitamin A it contains, and a list of other vitamins and
nutrients, and its just begging to be eaten.
Top stats (per 100g):
Vitamin A 230%
Vitamin C 20%
Calcium 20%

21. Cucumber
Heres a heavy hitter that youll want to keep stocked up in your refrigerator.
It is alkaline, and contains so much water that its a very hydrating vegetable.
Keep the peels on for the best results, but if thats just too much for you one
way to split the difference is to just peel strips of the peel off, creating a sort
of pinwheel effect. This not only adds to the presentation but also makes it
healthier for you.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 2%
Vitamin A 1%
Calcium 1%

22. Cumin
Cumin is one of those spices that you either have in your home, or you dont,
depending on the type of food youre used to cooking. If you already use it
often, just keep it up, but if youre not too familiar with it, its time to add it to
your cart the next time youre out shopping. Its a spice that can actually help
your body neutralize the acidic foods you eat, which means that its going to
have a doubling effect when used in conjunction with vegetables and other
alkaline foods.

Top stats (per 100g):


Iron 8%
Calcium 2%
Vitamin A 1%

23. Dandelion
Youll just have to get over the fact that this is considered a pesky weed in
most lawns. The flower and the root are both very nutritious, and while it may
take a bit of effort to start incorporating it into meals, its worth it. Its an
alkaline food, no doubt, and also has a detoxifying effect on the body. One
other major bonus is that it can help to lower your blood pressure, so much so
that it found its way onto our list offoods that help lower blood pressure.
Top stats (per 100g):
Vitamin A 54%
Vitamin C 32%
Calcium 10%

24. Eggplant
Eggplant is a versatile vegetable to add to your basket each time youre
shopping for vegetables. It provides an alkaline effect, and is one of those
foods that you can eat as much of as youd like! Eggplants are low in calories,
help fill you up and keep you feeling full, and will help balance out some of
the acidic foods you eat each day. And talk about having a ton of recipes its
one of the most popular vegetables, with side dish, entre, dip and salad
recipes galore.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 3%
Calcium 1%
Iron 1%
25. Endive
This is the first time that endive has made it onto one of our lists, as it is
usually lumped together with leafy greens. But its alkaline power is high
enough to give it its own credit. It can be a bit bitter for some palates, while
others prefer the taste because it shakes things up from the usual spinach
and romaine lettuce. No matter how you end up eating it, whether in a salad
or blended up in a green smoothie, youll be doing your body a huge favor.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin A 11%
Vitamin C 3%
Calcium 1%

26. Flax Oil & Flax Seeds


There are plenty of benefits to flax, both in seed form and oil form, and one of
those is its ability to help the body stay alkaline. The seeds are easy enough
to sprinkle on just about any dish, and dont really have much of a flavor of
their own, so you can add them without worrying about changing the dynamic
of your meal. They also blend easily into a smoothie. You can use the oil to
cook with, and it will help nutritious veggies become even more nutritious.

Top stats (per 100g):


Iron 46%
Calcium 37%
Vitamin C 2%

27. Garlic
Garlic has long been known to be a cleansing food, and one that can add
flavor to a meal, but it also helps if youre trying to follow an alkaline diet. Its
a big help in fighting cancer, or staving it off, and also helps lower blood
pressure. Garlic is very detoxifying, so youre getting multiple benefits just by
adding more of it into any meal. Try stir frying alkaline vegetables with a
couple of cloves of garlic and enjoy!

Top stats (per clove):


Vitamin C 2%

28. Ginger
Ginger is a root that is becoming more popular as more people realize all of
its health benefits. Ginger is a superfood, and has plenty of detoxing
properties. Its also an alkaline food, so its something that you can add to a
meal and know its helping it to be alkaline for you. It is so impressive that we
did a full ginger benefits list on it. There are also plenty of recipes featured
here that include ginger as an ingredient.
Top stats (per tsp):
Potassium 8mg

29. Gluten Free Breads


With the gluten-free trend rising, its becoming easier and easier to find
gluten-free breads in stores, and this is a great way to get the taste and
texture of bread without having to have it contribute to your acidity. While
these may not be the alkaline powerhouse that cucumbers and spinach are,
they are slightly alkaline so theyll tip the balance in your favor. Youll notice
that all of the alkaline foods on our list are also gluten-free.

Top stats:
Varies by brand.

30. Goats Milk


You may have noticed that this list of alkaline foods is devoid of any dairy
products. Goats milk is different than cows milk, and its better-tolerated by
most people than dairy products from cows. It also reacts differently in the
body than cows milk does where cows milk is acidifying, goats milk is
slightly alkaline. So while it wont make a huge difference in how alkaline you
are, you can drink it without worrying about its acidity.

Top stats (per 100g):


Calcium 33%
Vitamin A 10%
Vitamin C 5%

31. Grapefruit
Heres a superstar food that shows up all over the place. It can help you lose
weight by boosting your metabolism, and its even been dubbed one of the
healthiest foods on Earth. So what else can this wonder food do? Turns out its
also alkaline. Its low sugar count makes this a fruit you can enjoy, even
though it may taste sour and acidic, it has an alkalizing effect on the body
once consumed.
Top stats (per half):
Vitamin C 73%
Calcium 2%
Iron 1%

32. Green Beans


Green beans are one of the more popular vegetables, and typically make the
rotation as a side dish for many families. And this is great because its an
alkaline food that also comes with a nice list of other benefits, including being
high in fiber, Vitamin C, and potassium. Youre also getting a bit of iron and
calcium, so there are plenty of reasons to eat them. Green beans are easy to
cook and we have plenty of featured recipes for you to get ideas on how to do
just that.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 30%
Iron 6%
Calcium 4%

33. Herbal Teas


To help you get or stay alkaline youll want to avoid regular tea, and stick to
the herbal varieties. Ordinary black tea has an acidic effect on the body, as
does coffee, so youll want to make sure youre drinking things like ginger tea,
or chamomile tea. One surprising tea that doesnt make the alkaline list is
green tea, as the caffeine means its going to be acidic for the body. The
surprising part is that green tea has so many antioxidants, it is often brought
up as a beneficial beverage and cancer fighting agent.

Top stats:
Varies by type and brand.

34. Kale
Youve just got to jump on board the kale bandwagon because it has so many
health benefits youre really missing out on if you dont. Often brought up in
the same sentence as spinach and other leafy greens, kale knocks it out of
the park when it comes to its array of vitamins and minerals. Consider its
hefty supply of Vitamin A and Vitamin C, and then add to it that youre getting
a calcium top-up, fighting cancer, and getting more fiber. A force to be
reckoned with!

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin A 206%
Vitamin C 134%
Calcium 9%

35. Kelp
If you dont currently eat any kelp or take any kelp supplements, you should
consider starting, as this is one of those vegetables that has plenty going for
it. It can help to detox the body, and goes great in a green smoothie. It also
has a nice mix of vitamins and minerals, and since it comes from the ocean it
adds a bit of variety to land-based veggies. The end result is youre helping
your alkaline efforts by getting more kelp.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 15%
Iron 17%
Calcium 7%
36. Khorasan Wheat
Heres one of the few wheat-based items on our alkaline foods list, and it
actually does contain gluten in it. The reason it makes it onto this list is that it
is digested differently than other wheats, and does not produce the same
acidifying results. It also carries with it more iron and protein than regular
wheat, so youre getting a bigger nutritional punch, and also helping to stay
on the alkaline side.

Top stats (per 68g):


Iron 10%
Protein 8g

37. Leeks
Leeks are often used in soups and other recipes, because they add a bit of an
oniony flavor without being overpowering. You should consider using leeks
more often because they are an alkaline food, and also carry with them a nice
mix of nutritional value. They rank pretty highly in Vitamin C for a vegetable,
so youll be helping to boost your immune system and stay healthy. Leeks are
not typically eaten on their own, but you can steam them and mix them with
other vegetables on this page for a good pH boost.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin A 30%
Vitamin C 18%
Iron 10%

38. Lemon
This is a surprising entry on our list because your mouth may be puckering by
just reading the word lemon. Its so sour and tastes so acidic that many
believe this must be acid forming. On the contrary, it produces an alkaline
response in the body, and it is very low in sugar so its not going to set you
back the way sweet fruits do. It also has a cleansing and detoxifying effect on
the digestive system, as well as a good dose of Vitamin C so its good to use
more of it each day.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 51%
Calcium 2%
Iron 2%

39. Lentils
Lentils are often overlooked by non-vegetarians, but they have been gaining
more notoriety in recent years. In addition to being digested slowly by the
body, and adding to your fiber intake, lentils are also an alkaline food, and
have a host of vitamins and minerals. Youll get the best benefit by cooking
them at home rather than buying them in a can, and its not a daunting tast
you simply boil them until theyre al dente.

Top stats (per cup):


Iron 80%
Vitamin C 14%
Calcium 11%

40. Lettuce
While many say that regular lettuce is devoid of any nutritional value, it still
produces an alkaline effect on the body, so its not completely useless. You
may be better off with romaine and other varieties that are also alkaline, and
bring more nutrition into your system. But the basic idea here is that if youre
eating lettuce of any kind, youre getting phytonutrients and helping your
body get to or stay on the alkaline side of the pH scale.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 1%
Iron 1%

41. Lima Beans


Lima beans are a rich source of iron, which is why theyre popular for
vegetarians and vegans. Theyre also packing a good amount of Vitamin C,
giving you more than half of what you need for the day without having to
resort to eating citrus fruits like oranges. Another nice benefit is that theyre
alkaline-forming once eaten, so they can act to counter other acidic foods, or
help keep you grounded on the alkaline column.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 61%
Iron 27%
Calcium 5%

42. Lime
Like their lemon counterparts, limes are often thought of as being acid-
forming, because of their sharp acidic taste, which is caused by the citric acid
they possess. But they move the pH level upward when consumed, so its a
good idea to start using more limes to dress up your foods, or add a slice to a
glass of water. It may be hard to eat limes the way youd eat an orange, so
its best to use them as an ingredient in other dishes, or infuse some of your
cooking with lime juice or rind.

Top stats (per lime):


Vitamin C 32%
Calcium 2%
Iron 2%
43. Millet
Millet is one grain that doesnt contain gluten, and is a popular choice for
those following a gluten-free diet. The reason its so popular is that its easy
to use as a replacement for wheat, and you can make breads and use it in
other recipes that call for wheat. And unlike wheat, it is a natural source of
both iron and protein. This means youre getting a better bang for your buck,
and also helping to stay off the acidic side of the pH scale.

Top stats (per cup):


Iron 33%
Calcium 2%
Protein 22g

44. Mint
Fresh mint is a great way to add a distinctive flavor to a dish, and it also
brings with it certain nutritional benefits, landing itself on our list of alkaline
forming foods. When you consider the different herbs and spices that you can
use, its best to choose those that contribute to the alkaline rather than being
acid-forming. Try adding a mint leaf or two to a smoothie ordetox water for
that special aroma this gives it that fresh taste that even leaves your breath
better afterward.
Top stats (per 100g):
Vitamin A 3%
Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 1%

45. Mung Beans


Mung beans have been linked to lowering cholesterol, battling certain types of
cancer, and helping to prevent or manage diabetes. Theyre also an alkaline
forming food in the body, and one you can turn to on a regular basis to create
a plateful of alkaline foods. Theyre also a good source of the antioxidant
Vitamin C, which has been shown to help boost the immune system.
Vegetarians can use them as a natural source of iron.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 23%
Iron 5%
Calcium 1%

46. Mustard Greens


Leafy greens are abundant on our list of alkaline foods, but you may have
never tried mustard greens before. You really should, as research shows
theyve got plenty of antioxidants and have anti-cancer properties. They also
help detox the body and maintain a healthy heart. The fiber they contain is an
added bonus, which can help spur weight loss, improving your overall health.
Top stats (per 100g):
Vitamin A 118%
Vitamin C 65%
Iron 5%

47. Navy Beans


Navy beans and other white beans make the list because they are well
utilized by the body, and are on the alkaline side of the scale. They have an
impressive amount of iron, contain a good amount of fiber, and are a low-
glycemic food, so they help prevent spikes in your blood glucose levels.
Theyre also a very versatile food, and show up in several recipes in the form
of side dishes, or mixed with other ingredients in a vegetarian main course.

Top stats (per cup):


Iron 117%
Calcium 48%
Protein 47%

48. New Potatoes


If youre not used to buying new potatoes, you just have to look a little closer
at the descriptions. They may cost a bit more than regular potatoes, but its
worth it for the alkaline benefits. It just means they are picked prematurely. In
addition to having a better taste, they also keep your body alkaline or help it
to get there by not being an acid forming food. Try them and youll see just
how delicious an alkaline aware diet can be. Add chives to the top for even
more alkalinity.

Top stats (per 300g):


Vitamin C 63%
Iron 12%
Calcium 3%

49. Okra
Okra gets talked about a lot in health food circles, and with its unique blend of
vitamins and minerals its easy to see why. Its also included in the family of
foods that are alkaline, and you can basically eat it to your hearts content
because it will only help your body stay or get alkaline. The one trip up you
might have is if youre not familiar with how to prepare it, but its worth
getting up to speed and eating more okra. Here are some recipes to get you
started.
Top stats (per cup):
Vitamin C 35%
Vitamin A 8%
Calcium 8%

50. Olive Oil


Weve all heard that olive oil is one of the healthiest oils to consume, and it
can add the alkaline feather to its cap. This is one oil that you can drizzle over
a salad preferably a salad made with as many alkaline vegetables as
possible or used in cooking to add extra health benefits. Its great for weight
loss, and can help detox the body. Add it to a green smoothie for extra
thickness and consistency, or replace butter with olive oil when baking. Its a
great oil to have on hand so you can use it whenever you can.
Top stats (per tbsp):
Monounsaturated Fat 1.4g
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.8g

51. Onion
Onions are an alkaline food that you may already eat on a regular basis. You
just want to make sure youre eating them in conjunction with other alkaline-
forming foods, and not using them as toppings for hamburgers and hot dogs.
Saut them in olive oil and youll increase the alkalinity, but dont overcook
them, because you will produce too much sugar, which is acidic. Onions are a
staple in many recipes, just be sure to use fresh onions so you can get the
most benefit from them.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 17%
Calcium 4%
Iron 2%
52. Parsley
Heres another way to add to the presentation of your plate, but also help to
keep your body alkaline. This little green herb is commonly found next to
steaks, but youll want to start using it to adorn more veggie-featured plates.
You can also add it to a smoothie and youll end up with a fresher-tasting
beverage, with more vitamins and minerals than you started with. The great
thing is that you can grow your own parsley pretty easily at home and always
have it ready.

Top stats (per tbsp):


Vitamin C 8%
Vitamin A 6%
Iron 1%

53. Peas
Peas are a top contender for side dish of the year, and so its great that
theyre an alkaline food as well. Peas usually hold their own and dont need
anything special added to them. Just try to hold off on the butter, which will
only add an acidic food into the mix. If youve never tried eating unbuttered
peas, give it a try. Theyre tasty enough all by themselves, and youll be
cutting back on fat and calories.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 97%
Vitamin A 22%
Iron 12%

54. Peppers
No matter the color, youll be helping yourself stay alkaline. Red, yellow, and
green peppers all keep your pH levels up. Theyre also very easy to cook with,
and taste great fresh. If you do end up cooking them, they stir fry nicely with
onions and garlic, in just a little olive oil. Like many of the foods on this list,
they have multiple benefits, being a great source of Vitamin C, and also a
decent source of Vitamin A.

Top stats (per cup, green):


Vitamin C 200%
Vitamin A 11%
Iron 3%

55. Pomegranate
You may have heard about the latest trend in drinking pomegranate juice, and
as it turns out this is a fruit that you can enjoy without worrying about it being
acid-forming. The amount of potassium it contains is pretty great, and its also
a good source of Vitamin C. Its great in a smoothie, or as a snack while youre
on the go. If you do drink the juice just make sure theres no sugar added, and
that its not mixed with high sugar fruits, or the alkalinity may be lost.

Top stats (per fruit):


Vitamin C 16%
Iron 3%
Potassium 400mg

56. Pumpkin & Pumpkin Seeds


Its time to break out the pumpkin for more than Halloween parties and
holiday pumpkin pies. This is a vegetable that you can cook up all-year-round
and reap the health benefits from it, including its alkalinity. The best part is
that the seeds can also be used as a snack, because theyre also alkaline. If
you needed any more convincing to start eating more pumpkin, just check out
the impressive amount of Vitamin A it contains.

Top stats (per cup, pumpkin):


Vitamin A 171%
Vitamin C 17%
Iron 2%

57. Quinoa
Quinoa is getting more and more mainstream attention as one of the
healthiest foods you probably arent eating. The reason is that its so versatile
and easy to use, and has more vitamins and minerals than many other grains
out there. Its a seed, and its gluten-free. It isnt excessively alkaline, but
enough so that youre not taking a step back toward acidity, but rather taking
a small step toward alkalinity. Quinoa can be added to stir fries or used as an
alternative to rice and other grains.

Top stats (per cup):


Iron 87%
Calcium 10%
Protein 22g

58. Radish
You just cant go wrong with radishes, theyve been shown to help fight
cancer, while improving your digestion and preventing heart disease. They
have a detoxifying effect on the body and can help regulate both blood
pressure and blood glucose levels. Add to that the fact that they help keep
your body alkaline. The one thing that may be stopping you is the taste, but
there are plenty of ways to cook them up, or add alkaline herbs to them.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 29%
Calcium 3%
Iron 2%
59. Red Beans
Most commonly found in stores as kidney beans, the different types of red
beans are all considered alkaline, and deserve a place on your plate. Whats
more, theyre also just a plain healthy food for you no matter what youre
trying to achieve. Theyll boost your iron levels, have a good amount of
calcium, and are a surprising source of Vitamin C. Add to that their fiber levels
to aid digestion, and the fact that they can aid weight loss efforts.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 14%
Calcium 15%
Iron 68%

60. Rhubarb
Rhubarb can be a hard food to familiarize yourself with, because while it may
appear to be a vegetable, its really a fruit. Its one of the few fruits that have
made it onto our list of alkaline foods. It may look like a bizarre form of celery,
and its tartness can be a little much for some, but if you find the right recipe,
or the right way to prepare it you should be all set. The amount of calcium
and antioxidants it contains makes it very well worth getting to know.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 16%
Vitamin A 2%
Calcium 10%

61. Sesame Seeds


The thing you want to watch out for here is that your sesame seed intake
doesnt come from a sesame seed bun on a burger. They arent so alkalizing
as to offset a big block of acid-forming foods! But as long as youre sprinkling
them onto a salad made with alkaline veggies, or dropping them into the
blender while youre creating a green smoothie, youll be all set. Just look at
the amount of iron these little guys contain, as well as a big source of protein
from a small seed.

Top stats (per cup):


Iron 65%
Calcium 20%
Protein 25g

62. Soybeans
Ever wonder why soybeans are thought to be so healthy? One reason is that
theyre an alkaline-forming food. Theyve been big in vegetarian circles for
quite some time because theyre a non-meat source of iron and protein. They
also provide a non-dairy source of calcium, so theyre something that youll
basically need to add to your diet if you plan on cutting back on meat and
cutting out the dairy to stay more alkaline.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 19%
Calcium 52%
Iron 162%

63. Spinach
Heres an alkaline powerhouse that youre probably already very familiar with,
especially if you watched Popeye the Sailor Man growing up! Spinach is the
leafy green that is most notorious for its health benefits, and it doesnt really
matter what form you eat it in, youll be helping your body go alkaline. One of
the best ways weve found is to buy baby spinach and use it as a base for a
salad. Since there are so many alkalizing vegetables its super easy to
concoct a salad that will send your pH levels rising.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 14%
Vitamin A 56%
Iron 4%

64. Sprouts
Its hard to make a side dish out of just sprouts, let alone a meal, but theyre a
great sidekick to other veggies, they go great in a stir fry, and they blend up
easily. You dont want to miss out on their alkalizing ability, as well as the
nutrients, enzymes, and protein they contain. One good feature is their
availability, typically found in most grocery stores and supermarkets, be sure
to pop a pack in the cart next time youre out.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 1%
Iron 3%

65. Squash
Each different variety of squash has its own unique mix of nutrients and
health benefits, but one thing they all have in common is that they contribute
to your bodys alkaline state. They make fantastic side dishes, and there are
many vegetarian recipes that can show you how to turn squash into your
main entre, with other vegetables standing in as side dishes. The Vitamin A is
through the roof, and the Vitamin C is excellent as well for butternut squash.

Top stats (per cup, butternut):


Vitamin A 298%
Vitamin C 49%
Calcium 7%
66. Sunflower Seeds
When you eat sunflower seeds, make sure that youre not getting the ones
that are dry roasted and have a lot of added salt. That way youre getting the
benefits of this naturally alkaline food, without the additives that could lead to
higher sodium levels and higher fat levels. They can be a source for healthy
fats, and also provide protein and iron, which is essential if you plan on
cutting back on acid-forming meats.

Top stats (per ounce, shelled):


Vitamin C 1%
Iron 11%
Protein 6g

67. Sweet Potato


Many people erroneously believe that starchy foods are acid forming, which is
why theyre surprised to find sweet potatoes and new potatoes on the list. But
whether a food is acid forming or alkaline forming is determined by how the
body breaks it down once its consumed, and in this case, its alkaline. You
also get the other benefits of sweet potatoes in addition to their great taste,
including a good amount of fiber and a healthy dose of Vitamin A, which is a
powerful antioxidant.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin A 369%
Vitamin C 5%
Calcium 4%
Iron 4%

68. Swiss Chard


Here is a leafy green that has been flying under the radar for a long time, but
is alkalizing like its leafy cousins. Perhaps youve had Swiss Chard in a mix of
greens at a restaurant in their garden salad, or maybe youve tried it before
at home. It has a distinctive bitter taste one that may not be appealing at
first but one that you might crave after eating it a few times. It does play
well with others like spinach and kale to mix things up.

Top stats (per 100g):


Vitamin C 18%
Iron 4%
Calcium 2%

69. Thyme
Thyme is a wonderful spice to use in your cooking, because it is alkaline
forming, and also has its own list of additional health benefits. In some
cultures this is the main seasoning used in many different dishes. One of the
benefits it boasts is in boosting the respiratory system. It has been called a
superspice in recent years, with plenty of nutrients and antioxidants in such
a small herb.

Top stats (per tsp):


Vitamin C 2%
Vitamin A 1%
Iron 1%

70. Tofu
Vegetarians have been using tofu as a meat alternative for years, and as it
turns out, they may have inadvertently been assisting their body in creating
an alkaline state. This may account for the documented health benefits of
following a vegetarian lifestyle, because part of this entails replacing acid
forming meats with alkaline forming foods like tofu and vegetables. You dont
have to go fully vegetarian to get the same benefits, as most alkaline diets
allow for some acidic foods to be eaten daily. Western diets include far too
much meat, so aiming to have vegetarian days during the week, or
minimizing the amount of meat you consume in a meal, is a very good idea,
especially if you are trying to go more alkaline.

Top stats (per slice):


Calcium 3%
Iron 5%
Protein 5g
71. Tomato
Tomatoes have plenty of lycopene in them, as well as antioxidants, and
theyve been shown to help the heart and help us to live long and happy lives.
In addition to that theyre an alkaline forming food. Just one more reason to
start eating more of them. Even though you might think of a tomato as being
acidic because it can trigger the same sour taste as a lemon, it is not acid
forming, and instead actually helps to raise your bodys overall pH.

Top stats (per med. tomato):


Vitamin C 26%
Calcium 1%
Iron 2%

72. Watercress
Heres another leafy green that can help keep your body alkaline. As a bonus,
its full of plenty of other vitamins so youre getting broad coverage for your
nutritional needs. It has its own distinct flavor that you might prefer over
some of its cousins, and it ranks pretty highly on the alkaline scale in regards
to the effect it has on the body. Its even been shown to help repair damage
to DNA, which can be a big help in preventing and reversing cancer.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin A 32%
Vitamin C 24%
Calcium 4%

73. Wheatgrass
Wheatgrass has enjoyed a lot of popularity in recent years as the green
smoothie intake has increased, but it has been something that health nuts
have known about for quite some time. Its a very strong source of alkalinity
for the body, and is often found in supplemental form, meaning you can mix it
with water and drink it. Some choose to drink a daily glass of wheatgrass juice
as a sort of insurance that their body is getting enough alkaline forming food.

Top stats (per 3g):


Iron 44%
Vitamin A 30%
Vitamin C 12%

74. Zucchini
This is one vegetable that is readily available at most grocery stores, which
make them easy to start using as part of a comprehensive approach to help
your body stay alkaline. There are many different zucchini recipes available,
but steaming them and eating them on their own is the way to get the most
benefit. They can also help lower bad cholesterol levels, and they may even
help in the prevention of prostate cancer.

Top stats (per cup):


Vitamin C 35%
Vitamin A 5%
Iron 2%

Remember, you dont have to limit yourself to alkaline foods only, but they do
serve as a nice base for your overall diet plan. The more of the foods on this
list you eat, the more alkaline your body will be. But balance is key, and other
foods contain plenty of vitamins and nutrients, and shouldnt be neglected.
Eat a wide variety of healthy foods, including those listed here for their
alkalinity, and youll be doing your body a big favor.

Alkaline Foods FAQ

Do Alkaline foods help acid reflux?


There is a direct link between eating alkaline foods and reducing the amount
of stomach acid, which may help lessen or prevent symptoms of acid reflux.
Perhaps youve identified certain foods that give you acid reflux when you eat
them, and now you avoid them. In all likelihood these foods are on the acidic
foods list. When you peruse the list of alkaline foods youll likely notice that
none of them stand out as foods that contribute to your condition. Its always
best to ask your doctor for a diet plan that will lessen your acid reflux, and
you might find it very comparable to an alkaline diet.
What does alkaline forming foods mean?
This means that while a food might not be alkaline in nature, when broken
down by the body is produces an alkaline effect, in contrast to an acidic effect
from acid forming foods. One example is that citrus fruits like grapefruits and
lemons, while containing citric acid, are actually alkalizing once you eat them.
Thats why its important to distinguish between foods that on the outside are
acidic, but once digested and processed by the human body, become alkaline.

You might notice that there are a lot of different alkaline/acidic lists out there,
with change-ups of different foods, some showing them to be alkaline and
other showing them to be acidic. It can be really confusing but we did our
best to bring you the most accurate data.

What do alkaline foods do?


Alkaline foods may help to bring the bodys pH to a level that supports health
and wellbeing. They might also help to neutralize excessive amounts of acid
that can lead to inflammation and other chronic conditions. Although there is
some debate as to whether these foods can actually change the pH level of
your blood, and therefore change the way your body handles certain diseases
and conditions.
Depending on who you ask, alkaline foods may be able to do everything, from
turn back cancer, to preventing heart disease, to reducing inflammation in the
body. But you have to take all of this with a grain of salt, because alkaline
foods each have their own unique health benefits, so it could simply be a
matter of just eating better and cutting out the unhealthy foods from your
diet. There is no scientific evidence to back some of these statements, like
the cancer prevention ones, but alkaline foods in general are healthy and
natural, meaning you will be healthier overall if you cut out processed foods
and eat healthy, natural food.

Do Alkaline foods help you lose weight?


In all likelihood if you change your diet to include more alkaline forming foods,
youll lose weight. This is because these foods have plenty of other benefits in
them, and many of them are considered superfoods. If these take the place of
some of the unhealthy acidic foods youve been eating, like heavily processed
foods, the result will most likely be weight loss. Almost all of the alkaline foods
weve found can also be found in diet plans and weight loss programs. Every
diet weve seen has advocated the use of spinach and other leafy greens it
just so happens that theyre also alkaline.

What do alkaline foods taste like?


There is a wide variety of alkaline foods, so theres no one answer for this.
Many of these foods are vegetables, some are fruits, and some are nuts and
grains. Its important to understand that acidic foods dont taste like acid,
they dont burn your tongue when you eat them. They produce an acidic
effect within the body. Alkaline foods therefore dont have a specific taste to
them when you eat them, and theres no flavor cues as to whether a food is
alkaline or acidic. For example, oranges have citric acid but are alkaline
forming, so basically they can taste like just about anything.

Does cooking alkaline foods make them acidic?


While it doesnt necessarily make them acidic, you might be cooking out
essential vitamins and minerals that could be helpful to the body. It isnt
necessary to go on a raw diet in order to eat alkaline foods, but the fresher
you can eat your foods the better. If they need to be cooked, stick to methods
like steaming or sauting so that you can keep the nutrients in them intact.

Alkaline Foods and Cancer


You may have heard that eating alkaline foods can help prevent cancer, or
can cure it if you have already been diagnosed. Its true that hospitals give
their cancer patients special diets that are full of alkaline foods to eat, while
not necessarily referring to it as an alkaline diet.
There are others that claim cancer simply cannot form or survive in an
alkaline environment, and that eating acidic foods is what leads to cancer,
and what causes it to thrive and spread throughout the body. However, what
science has shown so far is that the body will keep the blood at a certain pH
no matter what you eat, and that eating certain foods has no effect on the pH
level.

So what is the point of eating an alkaline diet if youre not going to have an
effect on the bodys pH? Proponents of alkaline diets may be inadvertently
getting you to eat a healthy diet because theyve stumbled on a way to
separate healthy from unhealthy foods. Its a diet that is largely vegetarian,
and one that would surely lead to improved health if followed as a lifestyle
over the long-run.

The only clear answer on this matter is that alkaline foods are all healthy
foods, each with their own large list of health benefits that show theyre good
for the body. At a very basic level, its clear that foods that are from the Earth
would be good for the body, whereas foods that are man-made or heavily
processed would be bad for the body. Eating foods that grow naturally, absorb
energy from the sun, and then transfer that energy to you when eaten is
always a good idea. Eating food that is dead, or that is chemical-laden, is not
so beneficial.

Alkaline Foods and Gout


Since gout is caused by an excessive amount of uric acid in the system, the
thought is that by eating more alkaline foods youll be helping to diminish
those levels and be free from gout attacks. Its true that alkaline foods, once
eaten, have an alkalizing effect, and therefore would help to neutralize some
of the acidic foods you eat. Special diets for those with gout mimic very
closely an alkaline diet, and by going alkaline youll be avoiding some of the
known foods that trigger gout outbreaks.
Alkaline Foods and Acne
One of the claims made by alkaline diet promoters is that alkaline foods can
help with your acne. The reason for this is an acidic environment is at least
partially to blame for the amount of acne you have. Theres long been a basic
thought that eating an improper diet, especially greasy fried foods, can lead
to more acne. But perhaps it is not a certain type of food, but rather the acidic
effect that causes the breakouts. By eating alkaline youre getting a big dose
of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in whole food form, which will likely
help your skin be healthy and free from blemishes.

Alkaline Foods and Allergies


The list of alkaline benefits sometimes includes allergy relief. It is unclear how
an alkaline diet would help to prevent allergic reactions to things like dust,
pollen, or pet dander. An alkaline diet is often referred to as a cure all for
anything that ails you. While it certainly couldnt hurt to eat more alkaline
foods, with many of them being superfoods full of vitamins and minerals, we
couldnt find any clinical research that would suggest a link between eating
alkaline foods and having fewer allergic outbreaks.

Alkaline Foods and Diabetes


Many alkaline foods will also help you keep your blood glucose levels in check
so that you dont have the sort of spikes you get from high-sugar foods. In this
respect, many diabetic diets that are prescribed by doctors closely resemble
an alkaline diet, with beans and vegetables being the order of the day. The
chances of getting diabetes while following an alkaline diet would be
lessened, and it may help you manage your diabetes if you already have it.
Be sure to consult with your doctor to seek their advice before starting any
kind of diet even an alkaline one, or if there is a better eating plan they
recommend for that purpose.

Alkaline Foods and Other Diseases and Conditions


If you are at a site that is trying to sell you on an alkaline diet, you might
notice that theyll make several claims as to what alkaline foods can do for
you, including the treatment or prevention of several diseases and conditions.
The idea is that if your body is in an alkaline state, you wont be susceptible
to certain illnesses and diseases because they can only affect a person that is
acidic.

But it is unclear what they mean by saying that you are either alkaline or
acidic. There are some parts of the body that need to be acidic in order to
function properly. For example, you wouldnt want your stomach to be alkaline
or it would not be able to break down and digest foods. At the same time, the
body is going to regulate your bloods pH levels, the same way it keeps your
heart beating, your lungs breathing, and certain organs and body parts at
specific temperatures.

Its important to do your research in this area, and consult your doctor before
fully subscribing to any diet plan.

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106 COMMENTS

1. Lina
NOVEMBER 10, 2013 AT 1:39 PM

Link between alkaline foods and allergies is via regulation of histamine release. Many of alkalizing

foods contain antihistamines. And as a backlink histamine also regulates acidity i.e. less acid is

produced with foods that do not stimulate histamine release, and they happen to be alkalizing

foods (although not all of them are histamine neutral).


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o wood
MAY 26, 2016 AT 1:03 PM

Alkalining Vegetables: Beets, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Celery, Cucumber, Kale, Lettuce, Onions, Peas,

Peppers, Spinach
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o she
MAY 26, 2016 AT 1:17 PM

Alkalizing Fruits: Apple, Banana, Berries, Cantaloupe, Grapes, Melon, Lemon, Orange, Peach, Pear,

Watermelon
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o pearl
MAY 26, 2016 AT 1:25 PM

In case youre attempting to go antacid, youll have to know which nourishments help your body

get to and stay in a soluble state. The general thought is to eat sustenances without agonizing over

an acidic impact, albeit some are more basic than others. Its not important to eat just soluble

nourishments keeping in mind the end goal to get the bodys pH levels to be basic, and a specific

rate of sustenances can and ought to be acidic, yet you ought to attempt to pick characteristic

entire sustenances, similar to organic products, vegetables and regular grains


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2. Mutembei
JANUARY 4, 2014 AT 10:44 AM

Thanks but which foods can relieve fatigue?


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o Neil
OCTOBER 1, 2014 AT 3:30 AM

Forgive my long wind intro but I feel it is important for this comment. I am an absolute believer of

the alkaline-forming diet. 2 years ago my pH was regularly below 5.5 both saliva and urine. I had

acidosis, gout, high cholesterol and overweight. I was suffering fatigue and my body and skin were

suffering. I also had liver and kidney issues. My nails had beau lines which indicate internal organ

trauma. After much research and changing food habits which included cutting way back on sugar

foods from mid-afternoon; drinking lemon water and filtered water, taking more greens and

ingesting and washing my teeth in refined coconut oil I can say I am a changed man. New stats.

Saliva and urine pH is now 6.3 6.5. Cholesterol is 3.88. 25 kgs weight loss and staying off.

Halistosis gone. Liver and kidney function normal and my skin is looking the best it has ever looked

in years. My fatigue has gone and also all the aches and pains. My body temperature(very

important ) is now 36.6 C (was .4.8


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Neil
OCTOBER 1, 2014 AT 3:33 AM

Just to add. This was all to do with science and research not just blogs. Watermelon made a big

difference in my life. I also think more clearly now. Thoroughly support your article. Thanks
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Thanosak
OCTOBER 21, 2015 AT 5:53 PM

i agree 100% to everything NEIL said.. especially for the water mellow i think has the hi ph 8,5

,Melon & lemon juice too.


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Theresa
DECEMBER 31, 2015 AT 5:24 PM

Hi, Was reading your comment and would love to know more on your eating habits! Thank you and

hope you are still going strong!


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Sue
JUNE 17, 2015 AT 3:17 PM

It must seem for you as if youve been reborn so lovely to hear how well you feel now. I am just

starting on my journey.
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o carolyn
FEBRUARY 20, 2015 AT 7:23 PM

Your bet is just to start eating health from the list and you will discover less and less fatigue. Make it

a life style change


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o Cas
JUNE 14, 2015 AT 3:38 PM

Is your fatigue from high ammonia levels or from lactic acid? Ammonia builds from a high protein

diet. And the ammonia can grind you down just as much. Eat 3 fresh organic home crops to 1

alkaline meat with some fats other than saturated fats and your fatigue should go away.
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3. F.Khan
JANUARY 22, 2014 AT 7:59 PM

What are the 5 veggies that kill tummy fat


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4. Johan
APRIL 14, 2014 AT 4:41 PM

This alkaline stuff is nonsense. The body adjusts pH levels on its own and if those levels get out of

the normal range, as this dietary nonsense recommends, then people would die.

Very simple. If this alkaline dietary stuff were true then our bodies dont work the way science says

they work. Dont fall for the anti-science con.


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o Vanessa
JUNE 14, 2014 AT 3:46 PM

Ha and dont be too quick to be blinded by science Johan I am proof of the pudding, simply

because I was willing to think out of the box!!


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Vicki
JUNE 19, 2014 AT 1:30 PM

Proof of the pudding. are you saying that an alkaline diet change helped you to balance your PH

or what did it do for you? I am weighing if to incorporate more into my diet.


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Gail
JULY 25, 2014 AT 7:55 PM

Im not sure what Vanessa is saying but following an alkaline diet will definitely help you become

more alkaline and you will be healthier for sure. Johan is saying your body regulates itself however

if you fill it with way too many acidic foods rather than alkaline foods it cannot regulate it enough
for you to stay healthy with the correct pH.
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Tamara
DECEMBER 17, 2014 AT 4:37 AM

And what was your out of the box decision, Vanessa? Could you share it with our little

community?

Thank you kindly.


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Michael
NOVEMBER 5, 2015 AT 10:59 AM

Love your response Venessa.


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o mhikl
NOVEMBER 25, 2014 AT 8:04 PM

Johan, it is so complex. Looking at many sites, some call lard highly acidic, neutral or slightly

alkaline. Some claim lemons are the most alkalising food; others label it moderate. What gives?

There are so many agenda out there. It is difficult to find the sites that uses honest testing. This

idea that veg is good and animal products not is become engrained in our society. Politics has no

business in the kitchens of the nation.

But agreed, your body fights to find the perfect balanceotherwise, death quickly ensues.

However, in short terms, you can sway the balance a little and possibly to the betterment of health.

Finding the actual levels is difficult. Does it depend upon mood, habit, blood type? With so many

differences the problem lies somewhere between agenda and some other peculiar physical

response. So it takes personal study and experiment (my body is my laboratory; my senses and

physical changes indicate direction).

I do know with my own body that if I spray my skin with a very light alkaline water (a pinch of

baking soda) and I adhere to my paleo diet with low protein, high animal fat (I render my own lard

and use bovine, salmon, and some herbal fats and the rest of my fair made up of low calorie green

and alkaline vegetation, that it does better with less stress from eczema. However, what works for

me may be different from others. But we must be honest. To have an agenda, Vegan, Paleo, political

that is wrong and unkind.

I also alkalise my drinking water and have a structured water process, both mechanical and prayer

(strangely), that I can test by going off and then checking the water retention or dehydration of my

palms.

One has to widely study, experiment and listen to the signals from the body.

Namaste and care,

mhikl
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o andrew
NOVEMBER 26, 2014 AT 9:56 PM

You make it seem like people arent dying. People are dying everyday because of life styles that

involve more acidic than alkaline foods. Not to mention the effect it has on your consciousness.
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o Tamara
DECEMBER 17, 2014 AT 4:32 AM

and people do die, when it gets out of normal range.


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o carolyn
FEBRUARY 20, 2015 AT 7:21 PM
That is plain nonsense. My husband health is improving because of the change I have made. Now I

have a large variety of alkaline that we can choose to stay on a healthy path.
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Cas
JUNE 14, 2015 AT 3:20 PM

Grow your own organic crops. An alkaline diet is great, but if the veggies you are eating contain

toxins such as nitrates or pesticides, toxins will slowly destroy the body. Farmers love to use

chlorpropham to speed up harvesting crops and of course anything which causes inflammation will

harm us. Chronic inflammation is 1 of the 3 primary ways we age. We do not age by time. Time is a

socially constructed idea (we made up time). We need inflammation to heal the body, but when the

inflammation is chronic (everyday) we turn over our cells exponentially faster. All toxins cause

chronic inflammation. And anything made of flour, cleaning chemicals, auto fluids, fumes and all

pollution are toxic to us. One should use dirt with cow manure and not nitrate based fertilizers so

there will be nutrition in the food. Ever hear d of 10-10-10? Nitrate fertilizers possess nitrogen,

potassium and phosphorus but of little other nutrition. This is why you seed very few ingredients

listed on the produce labels at grocery stores. You seed some A and maybe some manganeese

maybe even C but almost nothing else. Just after WWII, ammo companies didnt know what to do

with their nitrates and guess what they decided to do to keep making a buck? When we lack

nutrients supporting our immunity, this is where free radical damage attacks us the most causing

much more aging.


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o Cas
JUNE 14, 2015 AT 3:39 PM

This stuff is true and why some can run the 100 mile Western States Endurance Race and you

cannot
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o Tarun Sharma
AUGUST 18, 2015 AT 12:13 PM

Johan, there is no doubt that whatever u eat, your body will work to maintain optimum PH levels.

But have u given it a thought as to which organs maintain this PH level by eliminating the acids?

Would it also not b true that the organs would also have to work overtime to eliminate the extra

acids to maintain these levels? Would this overtime working day in a and day out not cause fatigue

to build up in the organs and cause them to, maybe, malfunction over time? And logically, if u eat

alkaline foods, will the organs not have to work less and keep them healthy for a longer time? Well,

the answers to these questions should give you ur answers


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o Chris J
AUGUST 26, 2015 AT 8:21 PM

Johan, I think you missed something that this article missed as well. When the body naturally

balances its pH level, it does so by pulling calcium out of the bones and other kinds of processes.

Obviously this is something you dont want to happen. You shouldnt even eat alkaline forming

foods, because this is encouraging the body to do the same thing. Eating alkaline foods is very

different from eating alkaline forming foods.

The bottom line is like all the healthy cultures, we should make vegetables the main part of our

diets and then you can go ahead and eat meat and dairy and whatever.
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o Kaz
SEPTEMBER 20, 2015 AT 2:37 AM

Well JohanI regret to inform you,that MOST mainstream science IS brought and paid for,thus

making it NO MORE useful than Propaganda!!!.


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o jo
SEPTEMBER 21, 2015 AT 4:09 AM

Hi Johan,

certainly the body balances blood ph very quickly, BUT it does it by stripping the minerals it needs

to do this out of other organs and bones. If you keep this up for 20 years, yes, you will die.
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o Lee
SEPTEMBER 21, 2015 AT 12:27 PM

People do die, Johan. The body can be out of range for a short period of time, but when its
chronically bouncing back and forth with ash residue, cells die and eventually disease sets in. Then

people die from all sorts of things that could have been avoided..
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o Brian
OCTOBER 9, 2015 AT 3:53 PM

Johan, your comment is kind of absurd and not grounded in any real scientific data, though you

claim science is the justification for your statement. What you said is like saying that Diabetes is a

myth because everyones body naturally regulates blood glucose and insulin on its own and diet will

have no impact.
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o Nina Szabo
OCTOBER 1, 2016 AT 3:27 PM

It is true that the body adjusts to healthy ph levels if we are healthy. What has happened in recent

years is that we consume more preservatives, more meat, more dairy, microwaved food, food that
is not in season, food that is not fresh, soft drinks, alcohol, processed food etc. This is coupled with

a sedentary lifestyle, more stress etc. So while a healty body would indeed adjust to healthy ph

levels, we are overloading our body with these things that will make us ill. This is why there are so

many charts etc about alcaline foods etc.


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5. Mike
AUGUST 24, 2014 AT 5:03 PM

Alkaline Is Vital To The Body For Good Health


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6. Neil
OCTOBER 1, 2014 AT 3:15 AM

A very good article. I notice that you didnt list watermelon which is one of the highest alkaline

forming foods. I understand it has a pH of 9.0. I am sure you have seen the same but there are so

many confusing articles on the web today listing charts of acid-forming and alkaline-forming foods.

many are so contradictory. May I ask where you get your information from? Thanks
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7. Kim
OCTOBER 2, 2014 AT 6:47 PM

Gail is correct. Youre body needs more alkaline foods to keep balancedmost people today have

highly acidic bodies and poor health (poor health due to eating highly acidic foods: e.g. coffee, most

alcohols, processed/packaged foods, etc.). Better health = more alkaline foods (more REAL whole

foods). Heck, science or no science, alkaline foods are INCREDIBLY healthy for youso, why not eat

more of them and try it for yourself. Rather than buying packaged foodmake something at home.
100% youll body will feel better for it.
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8. Caitlin
OCTOBER 4, 2014 AT 11:11 PM

I think its pretty obvious that most of the foods listed as more acidic are bad for you in several

ways, not just their acidity. Johan reminds me of my mom, as many people out there who are

painfully gullible there are just as many who cannot get on their soapbox fast enough to tell you an

idea is stupid. Im doing my research on this stuff to find a more natural cure for my acne. I never

realized how terrible my diet was!

Also, Im not sure almond milk is very alkaline. On this

list:http://www.rense.com/1.mpicons/acidalka.htm

Almonds are definitely alkaline, but almond milk is still acidic.


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o Hena
OCTOBER 17, 2015 AT 2:08 AM

Caitlin almond milk is only acidic due to the processes it goes through before it put on the

supermarket/grocery shelves. If you make it from fresh, it really is alkalizing. I make my own and

find it wonderful. It has never caused me any problems and I suffer from some severe stomach

problems due to a previously mainly acidic diet.


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9. Elena
OCTOBER 24, 2014 AT 3:33 AM

all I know is that when I eat a lot of acid-producing foods such as wine, coffee and bread, my

psoriasis gets significantly worse, my knees hurt more, and I feel more inflammation in general

(eg., my back gets really hot at night). Trust me. I would not cut out these foods if they didnt make

me feel so miserable. Simply, I feel better when eating a diet heavily weighted towards the alkaline-

producing foods. Do your own test.


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o Cas
JUNE 14, 2015 AT 3:36 PM

The pains you are feeling are from chronic inflammation. Chronic inflammation is 1 of the 3 primary

ways we age. We need inflammation to heal but when the inflammation continues day after day we

turn over our cells exponentially and of course exponentially age. WE do not age by time. Time is a

socially constructed concept (we made it up). The processed foods you have been eating are toxic

to your body, hence the inflammation to rid the toxins out of your body. All toxins cause chronic

inflammation. And anything made of flour(i.e. cookies, cakes, pasta, pizza), cleaning chemicals,

auto fluids, all pollution, and soda are toxic to us. Not to mention our body releases calcium from

our bones to try and buffer the acid to protect out organs. After years and years of acid foods, our

bones become brittle. Psoriasis is an auto immune condition. Simply put, it is an inflammatory

response from your body to try and protect itself. Our immune system was not designed for foods

we did not evolve on especially modern toxins. The body doesnt expect one to keep putting the

toxins in our body , so the body doesnt know the immune system is hurting us. The best reason to

stay off of bread is the damage sugars do to neurons. Sugar builds in the body and brain choking

the neurons off one by one. Most cases of Alzheimers are due to decades of processed foods. If you

wanna maximum health for maximum years, grow your own crops on dirt with cow manure to limit

toxins and get nutrients in the food. Farmers love to use Chlorpropham to speed up the harvest.

And farmes also love to use cheap nitrate fertilizers for profit.
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10. Tamara
DECEMBER 17, 2014 AT 4:28 AM
In another website, I read that eggplants provide an acidic environment in your body; thats why I

actually stoopped eating them, even they have been long time favorites..

I wonder who is right now.


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11. Tamara
DECEMBER 17, 2014 AT 4:34 AM

I also read before that tomatoes do not form alkaline environment, and I stopped eating them

because of that Whos right???? It is an extremely important to me, especially after I had

undergone a serious surgery and am suffering from lymphoedema.


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o CiCi
MARCH 23, 2015 AT 12:36 AM

You might want to research that again. I thought tomatoes contained lycopene which was said to
help with cancer. Tomatoes itself are acidic, but its effects on the body are alkalizing.
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Cas
JUNE 14, 2015 AT 3:49 PM

Most tomatoes are alkaline. Some are acidic. The idea is when one eats a food, the byproduct is

either alkaline ash or acidic ash. Most acidic tasting fruits are alkaline. We all have some form of

cancer. Our body either keeps it in check with our immune system or it doesnt and becomes life

threatening. Always go to a doc first because knocking out cancer quickly as possible is most

important. If the doc cant knock the cancer out and sends you home to die, the next idea is to

figure out which immune cells such as macrophages eat which cancer cells and working to properly

restore our immune system. Cancer loves acid and body fat, so I would cut way down on acidic

foods and cut out saturated fats and processed sugars to cut down as much bodyfat I had.
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o Cynthia
JUNE 12, 2015 AT 11:49 PM

Tomatoes for some people are causes of arthritis. I happen to be one of those people. All foods from

the Nightshade family of foods causes me great pain in my joints. It took me a long time to find that

out but so glad I did. I now have relief by not eating those foods. Tomatoes, potatoes, peppers,

eggplant.
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12. Ulrich
JANUARY 20, 2015 AT 8:00 AM

Just for the record. I compared the nutritional value with what they are saying.. they embellished

a bit.
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o Cas
JUNE 14, 2015 AT 3:52 PM

Nut values off are because some foods are raised on nitrate fertilizers and of course the nutrition is

missing. 10-10-10- makes pretty crops but other than nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus, most

other nutrients are missing. You will notice this on the nutrition labels for produce at grocery stores.

Lots of potassium, some E. C maybe manganeese at times, but most nutrition missing. Grow your

own crops on dirt from cow manure to stay healthy!


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13. Phil & Eva Botting


JANUARY 27, 2015 AT 1:45 AM

Having an acidic body is heaven for cancer to fester, some peoples bodies do not use the chemical

balance which results in sickness by keeping an alkaline body we are helping our bodies responses

and creating an atmosphere that isnt satisfactory for disease to occur


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14. Colleen
FEBRUARY 7, 2015 AT 7:02 AM

Good list and good info thanks! I have to comment on a pet peeve, though. You say that lentils

are gaining notoriety in recent years. This is a fairly common mistake. What you mean to say is

something like gaining popularity or gaining fame. Notoriety means famous for a crime, or a

bad action. Al Capone was a notorious criminal, lentils are a popular health food.
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15. Marcia
FEBRUARY 15, 2015 AT 12:10 PM

Suffice it to say that increasing the amount of alkaline and reducing acidic foods in my diet has

definitely helped in nearly eliminating my esophageal reflux. It has taken me 10 years to find a

doctor who could point me in the right direction. I had a chronic cough primarily in the mornings. I

was treated for GERD and allergies with no results, other than that I found t I did not have an

allergy, nor did I have GERD. Since finding that my cough was the result of my diet (too much acid

and too little alkaline), Im now on the road to recovery. Yes, we are what we eat.
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o Cas
JUNE 14, 2015 AT 3:54 PM

When we have heartburn it is because we have so much acid in our blood, the acid is leeching back

out of the blood into our stomach and back up our throat forcing the valve open and you feeling the

burn. All foods made of flour produce tons of acid. Go green! Only 1 acidic to 3 or 4 alkaline foods to

keep the reflux away


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plb4333
MARCH 3, 2017 AT 12:12 PM

Youre a perfect example of someone who believes only what you want to believe and finding bad

websites for scientific info. The pH of blood has nothing to do with your stomach and its acid

formation. Its actually been said that a stomach with low acidity can cause hearturn. This is why

drinking apple cider vinegar with higher acidity helps with GERD/Heartburn
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16. carolyn
FEBRUARY 20, 2015 AT 7:18 PM

Thank you, thank you, thank you.


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17. Martin
MARCH 7, 2015 AT 5:52 PM

Have to agree with the previous post.Johan is a complete imbecile and appears to suffer from

verbal diarrhoea. The human body is completely incapable of coping with acidic foods and the

result of this over time is almost certain death by cancer.Any scientist staying otherwise either has

ties to the food industry or got their degree from the university of twattingham.
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o Cas
JUNE 14, 2015 AT 4:02 PM

Well there must be a balance between acidic and alkaline foods. We cant make essential amino

acids or essential fats.


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18. Stacy
APRIL 14, 2015 AT 10:28 PM

Can you eat any organic chicken or beef with these veggies or foods listed?? Is chicken broth

acidic?
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o Steve
APRIL 17, 2015 AT 1:32 PM

Stacy, you can eat chicken and beef and hummus. The idea here is to eat more alkaline foods than

acidic foods to get your body to be more balanced in the alkaline side of the scale. Many vegans

and vegetarians will disagree with me but I feel we need animal protein in our diets to feel

complete. When I was only eating vegetables I was fairly healthy but was feeling a bit hollow

inside. Now I eat a lot of fish and chicken and have beef (a really good steak or prime rib) as a

special treat on occasion. When you look down at your plate and see more alkaline foods there than
meat then you are on the way to improving your balance. This has been my experience and may

not be for everyone. Oh, one more thing, at 50, my knees dont hurt anymore, I dont have that big

gut anymore, my arthritis(diagnosed) is gone and my wife is more frisky, although that last may

have nothing to do with me, just an observation.


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Cas
JUNE 14, 2015 AT 3:59 PM

We need some meats for certain reasons. One reason being essential amino acids. The term

essential means the body cannot make them. We need essential amino acids and fats. Avoid meats

raised on grains because auto immune illnesses will only be the result. Saturated fats will only

destroy the cardiovascular system and the brain. Try an avocado and some deep sea fish.
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PJS
SEPTEMBER 12, 2015 AT 4:37 PM

Cas, watch the documentary Forks over Knives. We actually dont need meat. There are many other

ways of getting the amino acids and fats. The food pyramid is out!
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o kate
FEBRUARY 27, 2016 AT 5:17 PM

yes, chicken broth is acidic. May want to use vegetable broth in its place.
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19. Stacy
APRIL 14, 2015 AT 10:29 PM

Is hummus acidic?
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20. Carna
APRIL 15, 2015 AT 6:23 PM

I read an article a long time ago, and you can take it for what its worth. Some scientist took a

tumor from a patient and cut it in half, they put half in an acidic solution and the other in saline

solution. The half in acidic doubled its size in a few hours, the half in saline solutions died. Whether

this is true or not I dont know but I do know that eating better can solve many health problems.

Back in the 70s my dad who was taking insulin shots for diabetes went to a commune and ate a

vegan diet and did some work for the farm because we didnt have money. He forgot to take his

insulin shots for five days with no repercussions until he went back to eating the old way, my

mother said we couldnt afford to eat the vegan diet. She was set in her ways and didnt want to

change. by the time he died in 03 they were paying $300 a month on insurance and it didnt cover

his meds. He had bypass surgery and many other health problems.
I do know that the Essenes who lived in the desert in Israel. wrote in the Essene book of peace

(found in Dead Sea Scrolls or Nag Hamadi, cant remember which) Eat that which is dead become

dead. Eat that is alive become alive.


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21. Suzie
APRIL 19, 2015 AT 6:55 AM

I went to the doctor several times with my skin problems and they said its contact dermatitis, they

dont know whats causing it. I went back that the Dermeze doesnt help and they referred me to a

specialist. I didnt have money for a specialist, so I just put up with it. I also have many muscle

cramps which I put down to just not doing enough exercise and stretching.

Its been about 3 years and it got to the point where the itchiness has become unbearable, I also

have acne and Im 59.

I started researching on the internet and came across the acidosis issue. I realised these are the

very foods I eat most of as they are the cheapest (try resisting a discounted chocolate mudcake

that can make you satisfied much longer than a plate of steamed spinach).

I am desperate and also my finances are slowly improving, so I went to shop today for rockmelon,

watermelon, pumpkin, baby potatoes, rolled oats and celery. I ended up paying less than most days

I leave at the supermarket.

I stopped drinking coffee and tea effective immediately and will happily dust of some of my

mothers recipes that on the balance were alkaline in most cases. I am starting to feel a little relief

from the itchiness already, after just the first 24 hours without coffee and after a meal of porridge,

rockmelon and some avocado and red onion with wholemeal bread. Oh and dont forget the almond

milk that I now use to keep myself off coffee and tea. Keeping my fingers crossed.
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o toni
MAY 26, 2015 AT 4:31 PM

How are you doing after 6 weeks Suzie? Hopefully you are feeling much better
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22. Zara
MAY 18, 2015 AT 6:01 AM

Great article! Love it : )


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23. Vicky
JUNE 17, 2015 AT 3:20 PM

I disagree with some, but because were all different having differing stresses. Husband Ken has

Prostate Cancer. His younger brother also had Prostate Cancer with higher PSA , also had stints to
his arteries of the heart. Believe he has changed some. Wife said not on special diet, takes juice

plus and other herbs and pills, unknown to us ? Ken is older married to me, worked in oil fields

chemical plants has been trying to eat better diet also takes herbs & pills, having approx. same

M.D. Anderson, Lupron treatments but has small spots on bones near prostate Phase One Diet, Ph

Alkaline Diet or as older brother lived, worked for Electric Co. Louisiana under different

circumstances. Thanks for suggestions, Vicky


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24. Shirly Ann Ramkeesoon


JULY 9, 2015 AT 10:32 PM

Informative Article! very helpful indeed!!!


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25. Rebecca Sutton


JULY 21, 2015 AT 2:15 AM

What fruits contain alkaline?


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26. Dropski
JULY 21, 2015 AT 7:49 PM

Alkaline food does not change your blood ph it changes the lymphatic systems ph
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27. PJS
SEPTEMBER 12, 2015 AT 4:33 PM

This is an excellent list of foods; however, one of the major problems with todays food source is

genetic modification. If someone has cancer or has had cancer, eating soy products, GMO or not, is

off the table. It is so difficult to trace our food supply these days.
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28. Monique
SEPTEMBER 20, 2015 AT 12:59 AM

I cured myself of Diabetes and MS. Now I know the limits of what a good diet can do.

You have to go beyond what you put in your mouth. Jesus said it isnt what goes into Tha mouth

that defiles him or her. A varied diet has its benefits but we must become single eyed to see the

truth. The body is always working hard to regenerate itself.


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29. Cheryl
SEPTEMBER 21, 2015 AT 1:13 AM
Hi,

I am beginning my alkaline diet today and I dont want to throw my system into shock..anybody

have some (especially breakfast/lunch tips OR any tips when beginning this eating plan?
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30. Vern
OCTOBER 8, 2015 AT 11:08 PM

I eat plenty of alkaline forming foods and very little acid forming but I cant get my PH above 5.5.

Why is that?
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o Rosemarie
OCTOBER 12, 2015 AT 4:56 AM

Vern I have the same problem. Would like to know the answer to your question also.
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31. R.K. MIGLANI


OCTOBER 14, 2015 AT 1:21 PM

thanks for all the information regarding ph level

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32. Weightever
NOVEMBER 27, 2015 AT 11:46 PM

Thanks for this great article I learned a lot! I especially liked the information on alkaline food and

cancer.
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33. Mabel
DECEMBER 2, 2015 AT 4:15 AM

Remember, too much alkaline food can cause constipation!!!! So, do some research and buy some

ph tape to test your acid/alkaline balance. It needs to stay in the middle on the chart that comes

with the tape. I think that # is 7.


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o geegee
MAY 26, 2016 AT 1:22 PM

Decent pictures.

Somewhat irritating that you say that it is so natural to develop rosemary and lavender, not so in

my greenery enclosure!!!

Some data is incorrect or not very much clarified:


dried coconut is acidifying (you disregarded it a bit)

pomegranate is yes rich in cell reinforcements yet it is acidifying

goats milk: superior to anything dairy animals drain yet at the same time acidifying and to be

considered for periodic utilize just (not day by day, not attempting to build use)

All in all, a few sustenances are further down the alkalinizing scale than others and by placing

everything in one not insignificant rundown with no notice of this, you may entice individuals

towards things (like grains) which are not exactly as capable alkalizers great as others on your
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34. Royal
DECEMBER 7, 2015 AT 1:50 PM

Johan is like many people I speak to. People honestly believe the mainstream science. It stands to

reason that if the body is trying to keep a certain level helping it maintain it just makes sense. Why

would you spend your time making your body work harder than it needs to for the sake of foods

that really dont taste that good. Call it conspiracy theory of your that narrow minded, but pharma

have their fingers in too many pies and want you ill do youll need their drugs. Why would they ever

want you eating healthy? Wake up, smell the roses, not the manure they are grown in. Alkaline

works. Im ill less often than every coworker that eats acidic, period! Congratz to all of you taking

the time to play attention to what you put in your bodies. Cancer is big business and absolutely can

be avoided naturally. Ive personally spoken to people who have lived it. The human body is an

amazing thing and can cure itself of just about anything if given the nutritional tools to do it with.

Keep up the good fight everyone and keep spreading the health.
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o DR Gallardo
DECEMBER 31, 2015 AT 3:46 AM

Bravo, to all whom makes the time for better health is only possible through a functional GI and

balanced blood PH. The Diabetes Association mandates acidic fruits & vegetables, enriched

carbohydrates & sugars, Omega 6 manifesting vegetable/corn oils and numerous other dietary

contradictions within Nursing facilities nationally on a daily basis. The point is our diverse country

makes it impossible for the Department of Agriculture to structure a truly functional dietary pyramid

that works for all. It is my opinion that each young citizen should recognize the importance of great

health before old age and bad health determines their meal choices if they are fortunate enough to

have Long Term care. Great health through smart diet is possible! P.S The Dept. of Agriculture

recognises that 7,000,000 gallons of Round Up is dusted upon every crop nationally. This amounts

to all commerce availability. Chromate may help this problematic issue.


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o james
MAY 26, 2016 AT 1:10 PM
Alkalizing Protein: Almonds, Chestnuts, Tofu
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Michelle Ferguson
AUGUST 22, 2016 AT 6:40 PM

tofu is not consider alkaline due to the fact that it is soy and soy is a hybrid. Hybrid are man made.
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Rosina Lock
AUGUST 29, 2016 AT 1:47 AM

Oh dear I forgot who I was replying to. Ah it was Michelle, yes she is totally correct. Tofu is hybrid. If

you really want to follow a proper and true alkaline diet, the doctor who claimed to cure

Cancer/HIV/AIDS/ETC.ETC. died two weeks ago (possibly murdered) to which I strongly believe,

being a researcher for some years. Over 100 Nutritionists/Holistic Practitioners/Homoepaths/etc.

anyone finding any cures are being murdered every few days since Christmas 2015. You should try

looking on UTUBE at Dr. Sebi pronounced Saybee. This man is absolutely brilliant, and I have been

following him for some time, yes he proved he cured what he stated, and two days after his death,

well well well, the medical profession state they have found a cure for aids!! Isnt that just like the

FDA Etc. But coming back to Dr. Sebi, he talks of alkalinity, and he stated CARROTS? which I always

thought was good? He says no! He also said no to Tofu, and also things like Echinacea, goldenseal

etc.etc. If you watch his videos you will understand WHY he says they are no good. The problem is

we are taken in by what we read, and unless we really research then we dont realise we are still

eating the wrong foods or taking the wrong vitamins,etc. I spend hours day in day out researching,

especially cancer, and I have known for many years of cures, and I remember saying as a 13 year

old girl i think all the cures come from the fields or your kitchen cupboards, and years later, this

proved to be quite true. Dr. Sebi was of black origin, but this man has such a wealth of information

and was so highly intelligent. My other favourite doctor who also spoke the truth, and was

murdered his name was Nick who also cured many of cancer, if you wish to see all these people

that have lost their lives because they are Nutritionists! Holistic healers! etc. who have saved many

people from certain death please check the website HEALTHNUTNEWS.COM by Erin Elizabeth, who

is a very brave lady, and I hope she wont become one of the victims, you will find all the doctors

that have been murdered all because they are helping people like us. Michelle was correct when

she said Tofu is a hybrid. These are the types of foods you need to look out for and to avoid,

including herbs which of no use because of they way they are grown. Dr. Sebi refers to alkine foods

as ELECTRIC FOODS! And by that, he means your body cannot survive without oxygen. So please,

check this Dr. Sebi out, but all the shows etc that he has been on and all the information could

slowly be taken off the internet! Many people owe their lives to this wonderful doctor who swore by

alkalising the body with the right foods. He stated the herbs red clover, yellow burdock and burdock

are alkaline but to be aware of comfrey/goldenseal/rosehips, echinacea to which thousands are

taking not realising they are doing them no good, because some are hybrid or the contents wont do

you much good. A lot of these items are being sold by the millions and the companies are making
are fortune out of gullible people that are desperately sick and trying to help themselves because

the medical profession wont. I wish you all the very best in your attempts to get healthy and hope

you can all find the right path. I refuse to see any medical doctor and have treated myself for 13

years, because I am sick and tired of lethal drugs and refuse to touch them anymore. Good luck to

everyone. Rosina Lock


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35. cis
JANUARY 14, 2016 AT 8:55 AM

Nice pictures.

A bit annoying that you say how easy it is to grow rosemary and lavender, not so in my garden!!!

Some info is inaccurate or not well explained:

dried coconut is acidifying (you glossed over it a bit)

pomegranate is yes rich in antioxidants but it is acidifying

goats milk: better than cows milk but still acidifying and to be considered for occasional use only

(not daily, not trying to increase use)

In general, some foods are further down the alkalinizing scale than others and by putting

everything in one long list with no mention of this, you might tempt people towards items (like

grains) which are not quite as powerful alkalizers good as others on your list.
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36. Andrea
FEBRUARY 17, 2016 AT 5:56 AM

What about turkey, tuna and soy milk? Are they very acidic? ..I constantly consume those three.
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37. alfio
FEBRUARY 19, 2016 AT 3:34 AM

Why is Chlorella powder or pills not ON THIS list???


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38. Rich
FEBRUARY 27, 2016 AT 6:05 AM

FYI. I have read where the acid side of the pH scale is good for the outside of the body and the

higher side of the pH chart is good for the inside of the body. This ofcourse would be in the liquid

form as in water. I know that there are ion water machines that can be purchased that can do this.
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39. wood
MAY 26, 2016 AT 1:05 PM

Alkalizing Spices: Cinnamon, Curry, Ginger, Mustard, Sea Salt


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40. jim
MAY 26, 2016 AT 1:18 PM

Alkalining Vegetables: Beets, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Celery, Cucumber, Kale, Lettuce, Onions, Peas,

Peppers, Spinach
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41. Maureen Janet Finch


JULY 2, 2016 AT 11:50 AM

Alkaline foods
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42. Maureen Janet Finch


JULY 2, 2016 AT 11:50 AM

Useful list to follow


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43. Paul
JULY 14, 2016 AT 3:11 PM

A lot of interesting stuff here but I do wish people who do make sensible contributions to the

debate, would READ what they sending BEFORE pressing the send button. Some of the replies are

impossible to make sense of because of silly typos or bad spelling. Use your spellchecker.
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44. Lisa
AUGUST 10, 2016 AT 5:16 PM

Can you tell me if decaf tea is acid or alkaline? Also how about sweet & low? Good or bad?
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o Michelle Ferguson
AUGUST 22, 2016 AT 6:47 PM

sweet and low is horrible and the teas are okay. Some of the alkaline teas are green and black teas

chai, dandelion, and raspberry.


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45. Leigh Kamp


AUGUST 11, 2016 AT 3:37 AM

Rhubarb is a vegetable which is used like a fruit. Please do not be inaccurate when supplying

information to live by. When you make a wrong statement then the trust of your other information

goes down.
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46. Iwona
AUGUST 24, 2016 AT 9:03 AM

Lots of good info. Thanks! I incorporate all of these food into my diet on daily basis.
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47. mss burr


SEPTEMBER 5, 2016 AT 2:27 PM

Starchy foods break down into sugar in the body. Sugar is converted into acid in the body.

What food are before they go into your body is not the concern. It is what they are converted into

once they are in the body.


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48. Joshua
NOVEMBER 17, 2016 AT 10:06 AM

Anyone ever heard of Kangen Water by Enagic? Listen if you are concerned about alkalinization

and fighting cancer. Dr. Otto warburg (1931 Nobel Prize winner) discovered the Real Cause of

cancer in 1923. He finds, cancerous tissues are acidic where as non-cancerous tissues are

alkaline. Just recently, Japan has had a product coming into the United States which took 30 years.

Kangen water has an ORP value as low as -600 and descending. Antioxidant value greater than

green tea. And also micro-clustering of molecules. There are free trials in a number of states at

least.
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49. Martin Luther


NOVEMBER 17, 2016 AT 7:06 PM

Its now a week I only eat breakfast and lunch. Instead of supa I take carrot, apple, watermelon

beetroot juice .will it help cut weight coz am 82 kgs thanks (0704449353 )
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50. Greg
NOVEMBER 27, 2016 AT 1:03 PM

This is all so confusingmy chiropractor has me drinking alkaline water but didnt mention any of

the alkalizing foods. I have gout, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, about 30lbs overweight,

lower back/sciatica problems and neuropathy in my feet. Im only 55. My GP has me on medications

for the gout, BP and cholesterol. After reading the above article and all the comments, would

incorporating more alkalizing foods into my diet really help with my issues?
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51. Mya
NOVEMBER 28, 2016 AT 4:36 PM

Thanks for the article AND comments! This helps those of us researching, desiring to make better

lifestyle changes, to make more informed decisions.


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52. Roger
DECEMBER 5, 2016 AT 3:45 AM

Whilst I like your article and I am well read on nutrition I have to tell you that most soybeans out

there are GMO.

I also have to say that all processed Soy should be avoided.The only safe Soy is NATTOFermented

soybeans rich in Vitamin K2.Further research is needed by you.


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53. Barb
JANUARY 20, 2017 AT 10:18 AM

POMEGRANATE : Please be careful with pomegranate if you are on any kind of medication. I have

lupus and discovered that I loved pomegranate juice Drank a lot of it, and pomegranate tea. Then

started having a lot of weird medical issues. It took my doc and I two years to sort out that the

pomegranate was blocking the effect of several of my essential medications. I hated to stop the
pomegranate, but it was absolutely necessary. It is similar to the famous effect of grapefruithe, in

that pomegranate has MANY medication interactions. There are good websites that explain and list

them. Sometimes being healthy means avoiding certain healthy foods Darn!!
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54. Barb
JANUARY 20, 2017 AT 10:31 AM

GREEN TEA: I drink Bigelow decaf green tea, so I think I am getting the green tea alkaline benefit

without the caffeine acidity. As an observation, I am pre-diabetic, and I know I feel better on days I

drink a couple cups of decaf green tea. NOTE: consuming 6 or more cups of green tea/day can

make you anemic, BUT adding some lemon juice to it stops that (I forget what the iron-blocking

chemistry is, but lemon inhibits it.)


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55. Barb
JANUARY 20, 2017 AT 11:02 AM

INFLAMMATION: Just a note to contribute info from a 67-yr old who has chronic inflammation since

teen years due to auto-immune disease lupus SLE (genetic component, but aggravated by

other factors) My doc recommended avoiding some categories of foods because they increase

inflammation or pain. Those are: alcohol, aspartame, caffeine, processed sugar, red meat, and

yeast. This has been DIFFICULT for me to do. When I have, however, I HAVE experienced much

fewer inflammatory symproms and less pain. Perhaps this recommendation can help you who are

also dealing with chronic pain and inflammation.


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56. Barb
JANUARY 20, 2017 AT 11:10 AM
Thank you for your site. I find it very informative and well-balanced. I will recommend it to others.

Im pleased that I discovered it online today.


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57. Delia Josephine


JANUARY 23, 2017 AT 6:27 AM

I have actually like your advise on alkaline food. I have been advised to eat alkaline foods but did

not know what they are. Thanks alot now I know and I have copied alot. May God bless you. Need

your guidance via my mail on how to eat in a healthy way to reduce weight.

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