http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/pH.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/pH.rss Earth Clinic solutions to Balance Your pH Levels. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 06:50:46 EDT en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=AA_39410 /CURES/pH.rss1 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:21:56 EST Dj from Pdx, Or, Usa writes: "Alkaline or Acidic? That seems to be the question. I have posted this question to Ted but as he is such a busy person I have continued on with trying my best to do the research and here is what I have found. The overall answer is neither. The best environment for the body is very slightly alkaline, more of a neutral. Some reported 7.30-7.45 as the middle others 7.0-7.5. The body does become diseased if it is either, too acidic or too alkaline. One report indicated that "Most degenerative disease attributed to aging, such as cancer, osteoporosis and heart disease, and other diseases such as allergy, kidney stones and gallstones have all been scientifically linked to mineral deficiencies that result in your body fluids becoming more acidic. Scientists report that over 150 or more degenerative diseases are caused by high acid levels." Alternately Dr. DC Jarvis tested Pathogenic Bacteria and found that most bacteria such as Staphylococcus, streptococcus and H.Influenza all grow on alkaline soil. Thus as I understand what I read when one contracts one of these bacteria the persons body is alkaline. I can attest to this theory as I recently had a bladder infection and I tested my PH for a week and it always measured above 8.0 on my little PH strip guide. Dr. Jarvis's theory reads "The instinct leading animals and humans to seek acid vegetation and acid liquids has been given as a protection." And vice versa. In one of Dr. Jarvis's research projects he monitored dairy cows that were grazing a field that had been planted with peas and oats and was fertilized with chicken manure. The chicken manure caused the soil and thus the plants to carry an alkaline base. His theory was that the "alkaline vegetation would so change the chemistry in the cows' bodies that their tissues would become suitable soil for the growth of harmful germs." He further wondered if the alkaline diet would produce streptococci germs in the milk. Both of his suppositions came to pass. The dairy cows chemistry did indeed favor an alkaline balance. Thus the cow's production went down as their udders developed mastitis and milk from the herd was reported to "show the presence of streptococci in proportions ranging all the way from one-quarter to the entire udder" after a bacteriological examination was done. The herd was treated with apple cider vinegar and Lugol's and recovered normal production. I did not find any research detailing the cases of diseases related to a high alkaline but I am sure they are out there beyond the 6 articles and case studies I picked out to try to come to some sort of conclusion. "We should remember, too, that the human body is an acid-consuming, acid-manufacturing, and acid eliminating machine, and that the blood is always alkaline because of the presence in it of sodium bicarbonate, commonly called baking soda. The blood may be more alkaline (hyper alkaline) or it may be less (hypo alkaline). The normal reaction is faintly alkaline." "The reaction of the blood remains remarkably constant in spite of the fact that the activity of the body cells is constantly adding acid to it. Cell activity produces carbonic acid, which produces blood acidity. Use of our muscles results in lactic acid, which also increases acidity as it enters the blood. Scientists estimate that in severe muscular activity lasting only a few minutes as much as ninety grams of lactic acid may be produced. In addition sulphuric acid and phosphoric acid are the result of cell activity." What have I learned? If it is a disease I need to fight then eat more high alkaline foods such as Kelp, Seaweeds, Onion, Miso, Sweet Potato, Nectarine, Raspberry, watermelon, and pineapple. If it is bacteria I need to fight eat more foods that are high in acid such as eggs, meat, fish, poultry, grains, cranberry, pomegranate, plum, prune, tomato and most legumes. As Connie Eccles wrote "Creating an environment where our bodies can not only fight disease but thrive is not difficult, but it does require a bit of Knowledge and considerable commitment. Learning about the alkaline - acid connection will give you the knowledge -- you will have to find the commitment from within". I found most of my information at the following sites; www.Comportone.com www.drlam.com www.jcrows.com - has a large amount of info from Dr. DC Jarvis www.naturalhealthschool.com I hope this helps clear up some of the confusion. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=PTT_39036 /CURES/pH.rss2 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 09:43:26 EST M from Mukilteo, Wa writes: "Ph Tester Tool I would like to know how the tester works. Do you use it for saliva and urine both? And if you are squeamish can it be done? Thank you " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ALKALINE-URINE_38798 /CURES/pH.rss3 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:48:33 EST [QUESTION] Corinna from London, England writes: "Why does everybody want to have alkaline urine? I recently read the book 'Folk medicine' by D.C. Jarvis that is recommanded by this website. It is very interesting because the good doctor made numerous in-depth studies about acidic and alkaline urine in animals, children and adults. He went about very methodically in years and years of observations and found out clearly that an ACIDIC urine is healthy and that an ALKALINE urine is a sign of stress, over-exhaustion and the onset of disease. These findings make me happy because they co-incite with my own experiences and those of my family. The healthier we are and the more healthfood we eat the more stable our urine is on the acidic side. I know that the trend at the moment is that everybody wants to have alkaline urine. But why? Are there any studies or any other proof? When researching this topic years ago I could not find any. Can you enlighten me? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=BSCA_37910 /CURES/pH.rss4 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 22:22:36 EST Ali from San Francisco, Ca writes: "Re: Does citric acid leach calcium from bones? In the recommended 1/4 tsp baking soda (aluminum free) and 1/4 tsp citric acid in 1/2 glass water at least, twice a day to help alkalize the body,does the citric acid leach calcium out of the bones when the body? If I have long-term severe vitamin D deficiency and achy bones is citric acid use still safe on bones? Can you consider putting a Paypal link to donate to EC or to the main/top individual contributors? If there already is one on the EC website, I didn't see it, maybe somewhere on home page? I am thankful for the help and little donations can add up to help further research? Thanks. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=BAKINGSODA_35091 /CURES/pH.rss5 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:28:02 EST Betty from Spearsvilleto , La. writes: "Dear friends, I would like to improve ph. I am considering taking baking soda on a regular basis. One physician said it would cause reflux and that it would interfere with the acidity of the stomach. I recently came to understand that you take soda an hour before eating so as not to interfere with this acidity. I am also considering putting it in lemon juice. I also read a recommendation of using soda 1 week and using h2o2 the next. I have developed arthritis as well as osteoporosis and lung problems. I've gotta start knocking some of this out before everything gives way. I would really appreciate some input. thanks. Life is still good. Betty " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=PHHEALTH_34055 /CURES/pH.rss6 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:04:14 EDT Robert Henry from Ten Mile, Tn Usa writes: "I just re-read most of the sites articles on alkalinizing your body. It appears that many people do not have a feel for the value of the term, pH. To show that my chemical engineering degree from 50 years ago was not in vain.....pH is the negative logarithm of the concentration of the Hydrogen ions. A pH of 7 is neutral, below is acid and above is alkaline. However, it is not linear ...... a pH of 6 is 10 times more acidic than 7 and a pH of 5 is 20 times more acidic than 7. So you can see why you should be alarmed if your pH is in the 5's. You are not just a little acidic....... you a whole lot, and need to get on Ted's alkalizing program. I only know what I read as far as where your pH should be, but I hope this gives folks a feel for what the numbers really mean. One poster said that a pH of 6.4 is very acid. No it's not....... it is slightly acid. This in intended to give non technical people a better feel for what the pH numbers really mean. We do not use a pH meter. We use individual pH strips and they are pretty accurate. The roll pH paper is almost worthless. It is not very accurate and you are doing Kentucky windage to rely on this measurement. I agree with most on this site that getting your body alkaline is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ACVBS_34014 /CURES/pH.rss7 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:01:55 EDT [QUESTION] Joe from West Palm Beach, Fl writes: "I'm taking the ACV / baking soda 2 x day for well being. Does this alkalize the body to prevent disease or do you have to take the other formula that Ted mentions of Baking soda with half glass of water? In other words do these formulas accomplish the same thing or are they for accomplishing two different things to help prevent disease ? I wanted to do both of them but didn't know if it is overkill ?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=MINERALS_33231 /CURES/pH.rss8 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:08:40 EDT [YEA] Carolyn from Hobbs, Nm Usa writes: "I have GERD and have had to learn to keep my system more alkaline. I drink 2 t. ACV with 1 t. Honey three times a day (30 Minutes before meals). I also take two mineral capsules each day and 2 potassium capsules per day. My ph stays 6.5 to 7.0 all the time (both saliva and urine). My question is, why don't we hear more about minerals for balancing ph? They are wonderful for your body as we get older. Many of us don't need to put sodium in our bodies because of high blood pressure and other issues. Also we don't need to put too much calcium. Minerals are wonderful. The really good ones are in capsules, not hard compressed pills. M______J______ makes wonderful minerals and you can get them at most health food stores. I'd love to have your input on the wonderful world of minerals. The B____gg folks certainly recommend them to go along with the ACV. Thanks, Carolyn " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=PHTESTER_32280 /CURES/pH.rss9 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:46:09 EDT Lita209 from Sanford, Fl, USA writes: "Where do I get a PH test at? a pharmacy or a health food store? Pardon my ignorance." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=PMC_32117 /CURES/pH.rss10 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:30:44 EDT [QUESTION] Carolyn from Hobbs, Nm writes: "Question for Ted about parasites, mold, and candida I have some questions about the body's ph. If you keep the urine ph between 6.5 and 7.0, can parasites, candida, and mold live in that? Or do we need to do something else for those things. I have GERD and am keeping my body more alkaline by drinking the ACV and baking soda, and minerals. Will that take care of the hpylorie, candida, mold, and parasites if I have those also? Thanks, Carolyn " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=BSSS_30297 /CURES/pH.rss11 Sat, 01 Aug 2009 11:09:16 EDT [QUESTION] Sarah from Los Angeles, Ca writes: "OK- so i really want to start alkalizing with baking soda and also want to include sea salt in my supplements, but never do it because can't stand the taste of either substance dissolved in water so just don't take it. Bought some gelatin capsules, am wondering if i can put baking soda and sea salt dry in the caps then take them with a big cup of water and let it work out in my stomach? Does anyone know if this is effective as drinking or a good substitute? thanks!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RF_29406 /CURES/pH.rss12 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:49:14 EDT Drew from USAFA, Colorado writes: "I was wondering, most dechlorinators I have found have to do with aquariums or ponds. If I add these to my water is it okay to drink it afterwards? Also, you said you add Hydrogen Peroxide to your water. Why is that? Thanks." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RF_27708 /CURES/pH.rss13 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EDT Joe from Interlachen, Florida writes: "Quickest and safest way to fix PH level? I found this site last Saturday while looking for something to help me with severe sinusites, which lead to panic attacts.Bought some ACV and have been drinking it,(2xTSP in 8oz of water) every 4 hrs. Quite an improvement but I am still on meds, Trust God will get me of the meds. After reading about the body PH level I got some PH strips, my saliva test out at about a 5, light yellow. How do I get my PH up to around 7. Thanks, Joe. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ACV_27276 /CURES/pH.rss14 Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Serenity from Oswego, Il writes: "I was taking acv everyday for several weeks and came down with an uti. drank a stronger dose and had blood in urine. Went to Dr and checked my urine and ph level was 6.5. took antibiotics and it cleared it up. Now... should i be adding baking soda to it seeing that i am acidic? And why would i even get an uti when i was already on acv drink.i also hear that when a person has anxiety problems like me, it could be caused from being too acidic. Can someone please help me decide what i should be doing. Thank you so very much" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RC_26967 /CURES/pH.rss15 Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT [QUESTION] Greenbeanz39 from Clarkston, Washington writes: "Can someone tell me how to do a ph test? I'm not sure where to find a kit perhaps? Also, what is the appropriate ph for saliva or urine? God bless all the smart people who take their health in their own hands.Thank you for a wonderful site, I never take allopathic medicine, but can spend alot of money in my cooky natural experiments. It's nice to know what really works for other people,makes my experiments much more affordable!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RF_18305 /CURES/pH.rss16 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT Peter from Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne writes: "There are alot of wonderful testomonies on this site however I wonder if anyone has collected the best remedies and incorporated them into a safe preventative daily regime. For example is it possible to have a single morning drink with borax, H202, ACV, COCONUT oil, Black.S.M, Baking soda etc... Also a demister with Borax, H202 sprayed on the skin, Kill the Nano Insects. I heared Diamatious Earth will kill the bed bugs. I also hear that bentonite clay, psyllium Husk and Activated charcoal make a great detox drink. Anyway if you have a daily Health Regiem please give the quantitities you use as it is very possible that curing an illness would be alot greater quantities than just preventative. Thanks, Peter. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RT_17862 /CURES/pH.rss17 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 EDT Ron from Tavernierr, FL writes: "AFTER BEING OBSESSED WITH MY CHRONIC ATRIL FIB FOR SOME TIME NOW I HAVE STUDIED AND STUDIED THE PROBLEM AND HAVE DETERMINED THE ENEMY IS OUR FOOD, OUR DIET, COOKED FOOD WITH LITTLE OR NO NUTRITION WITH ADDITIVES THAT ARE MAKING US SICK AND CREATING AN ACIDIC CONDITION INSIDE THE BODY. IT IS THIS OVER ACID CONDITION THAT CREATES THE PROBLEM. CANCER CAN NOT EXIST IN AN ALKALINE BODY, PARASITES AND FUNGUS CAN NOT LIVE IN AN ALKALINE PROPER PH BODY, YET THEY THRIVE IN A HIGHLY ACIDIC BODY SUCH AS OUR DIETS CREATE TODAY AND THAT IS WHAT IS CAUSING MANY OF US TO BE SICK. DOCTORS GIVE US DRUGS THAT CREATE EVEN MORE ACID AND HAVEN'T GOT A CLUE ABOUT WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT. APPLE CIDER VINEGAR WORKS BECAUSE IT ALKALIZES, BAKING SODA WORKS BECAUSE IT ALKALIZES. THESE ARE TEMPORARY MEASURES THAT GIVE TEMPORARY RELIEF THE END RESULT WILL HAVE TO BE A MAJOR CHANGE IN DIET AND LIFESTYLE FOR ALL OF US. ANY TIME FOOD IS COOKED TO A TEMPRATURE OF 118 DEGREES OR HIGHER ENZYMES ARE DESTROYED AND NUTRITION IS LOST. A RAW FOOD DIET WILL HELP MANY OF US. I BELIEVE THE ACID IN OUR CASE HAS ACCUMLATED AROUND THE HEART CAUSING OUR PROBLEM, ELIMINATE THE ACID AND ELIMINATE THE PROBLEM. THAT'S MY THEORY AND I WILL LET YOU KNOW HOW MY CONDITION COMES ALONG SINCE I HAVE CHRONIC NEVER ENDING ATRIL FIB THAT ALMOST GAVE ME A STROKE AND PUT ME IN ICU A YEAR AND A HALF AGO.ANY THAT DOUBT WHAT I AM SAYING CAN JUST GOOGLE BODY PH AND YOU WILL SEE MUCH HAS BEEN WRITTEN ON THE SUBJECT. NO CHRONIC DEGENARATIVE DISEASE CAN BE CORRECTED UNTIL THE BODY PH IS CORRECTED" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=TEDSREMEDIES_14558 /CURES/pH.rss18 Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EDT Keith from Vancouver, Canada writes: "re: effect of alkalized system. I am not trying to convert anyone, but in my view one of the greatest healers of this century was Edgar Cayce. He never seemed to be wrong in his diagnosis, and he said that if a person could keep their system alkalized, that illness would disappear. So this is certainly in sync with what is suggested here. Keith" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=TEDSREMEDIES_13396 /CURES/pH.rss19 Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT Anil from Jersey City, NJ writes: "Dear Earthclinic, I wanted to point out a possible inconsistency in Ted's PH balancing recommendation. In his post at the following URL http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/pH.html, he states that "The ideal urinary pH and salivary pH has to be BOTH 6.4 pH." However, in many other posts, he refers to ideal urniary and salivary PH as being closer to or above 7. If it is indeed an inconsistency, it would be beneficial to fix it b/c it did create a lot of confusion for me. A PH of 6.4 would stand to be still rather acidic. Thank you very much. You have a most wonderful website. I am trying a bunch of remedies from your website to fix a number of health problems for myself, and when successful, I intend to post a detailed note on your website. Regards, AR" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=LEMONS_12046 /CURES/pH.rss20 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Ujwala from Mumbai, Maharashtra, India writes: "hi, I have been recommended lemon shot ie. juice of 2 lemons+equal amount of water for flushing off excessive acidity from the body and as a good neutraliser as lemon turns alkaline post digestion. After visiting your website I have found that you recommend ACV much more than Lemon. Kindly reply as which one is better option. what are the precautions to be taken when we use both of them. Thank you. regards. Ujwala" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=CANTELOUPE_10311 /CURES/pH.rss21 Sun, 26 Aug 2007 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Cindy from Lavonia, GA writes: "Whole Fruits cured my acidic problems. The Acidic problems of today are because we under Alkalined! If you go search for Alkaline diets, they will give you a list of Acidic foods and Alkaline Foods. You will see immediately why you are having Acidic problems. Once you concentrate on eating Alkaline Foods for a few days, you will see that your acidic problems are gone. Once your system is back in balance, then you eat like you like and just correct when need be. But the most important thing is that Whole Fruits, which are Acidic, are ALKALINE once in the stomach!!! One Cantaloupe or an Apple does it for me." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ACCURATEpHREADING_11970 /CURES/pH.rss22 Anonymous from Mt. Vernon, Washington writes: "you can get an accurate pH reading by using one drop bromthymol blue in urine and saliva. Reading should be between 6.4 and 6.8. Take the test 1.5 hrs. after eating. Test after eating foods to see how your body reacts. Strips aren't as accurate." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=INTENSITYINPOPULATIONS_11972 /CURES/pH.rss23 Mon, 13 Jun 2005 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] David from writes: "Yet again a bit of scientific information has led to so called scare intensity in populations.. I am a nutritionist and a biochemist dealing specifically in conductivity and acid/base balance.. I do agree that certain foods exhibit either a positive or negative balance on the body, esp. with regards to pH..what i have question marks about is the fact that the pH of our stomach and parts of our small intestines are acidic, and therefore need to be acidic in order to break down and absorb nutrients effectively..Also i would not recommend whatsoever self administration of compounds in order to maintain pH levels within a so-called \"desirable\" range, does any of your readers know of the deleterious effects of these compounds on the cells lining the throat, alimentary cannal, stomach etc..The pH of your stomach is about 2, so any of these compound\'s pH will be effected from the stomach on..The reason why the stomachs pH is 2 is in order to break down foods, making then suitable for absorption in the small intestine."