There are many signs you could be suffering from too much acid. When your body is in a positive alkaline state, you are more likely to feel balanced. Everything you consume has a direct impact on the amount of alkaline and acid levels in your body. High acidic levels can lead to chronic health issues. Some health issues from a high level acid diet include: decreased energy, fatigue, gum and teeth problems, joint pain and inflammation, premature aging and a low functioning immune system.
According to cancer survivor and "Crazy Sexy Diet" author Kris Carr, "certain foods make your body more alkaline, meaning your cells, body tissues and fluids are healthy and you are less likely to suffer from illnesses ranging from the common cold to cancer. On the other hand, if your body is in an acidic state, you are more likely to deal with sickness. You can find out if your body is acidic or alkaline by determining your blood pH level. If it is above 7.0, you are alkaline and should continue to eat your current diet. If your pH is below 7.0, your body is in an acidic state. There are a few dietary modifications you can make to become more alkaline."
Some of the most highly Alkaline foods include:
- Avocado
- Grasses (Wheat, Straw, Shave, Camut, Barley, Alfalfa, Dog and Kamut)
- Cucumber
- Dandelion
- Kale
- Jicama
- Soy Sprouts
- Broccoli
- Stevia
- Summer Black Radish
- Soy Nuts
- Beans (Lima, Soy, White/Navy)
- Fresh Red Beets
- Red Radish
- Cayenne Pepper
- Celery
- Cabbage Lettuce
- Cilantro
- Endive
- Fresh Cut Green Beans
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Oregano
- Spinach
Check out this great smoothie recipe from Alkaline Sisters
Alkaline Green Smoothie
INGREDIENTS
- 6" piece of cucumber
- 3 medium kale leaves
- 5 stems fresh mint
- 3 stems fresh parsley
- 1" fresh ginger
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup coconut water
- Fresh juice of one lime
- 1-2 tsp udo's oil
- 1-2 tbsp hemp seeds
- 2-3 drops stevia or a tsp agave
