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Baking Soda, Citric Acid
Posted by Zoran (New York, Usa) on 10/30/2010
Hi,
I have been using lime and baking soda for about two months now and my urine PH is fine 7-7.25 but I cannot get the saliva PH above above 6-6.25. As per Ted, I know this not good and I need some more guidance as to how to fix this problem. I also have been taking daily supplement of Vitamic C as well as potassium citrate. I hope someone can help me. ( my 7 year old son has the same problem, urine PH is always higher than that of saliva and it should be reverse. Thanks for any help.
Acidic Urine
Posted by Sainohio (Virginia Beach, Va) on 11/26/2011
Just waned to know about this:
2 tablespoons Milk of Magnesia
2 Tablespoons 3% Hydrogen Peroxide
1/2 teaspoon Borax(20 Mule Team)
Is this ingested or use in a topical application?
Ted's Remedies
Posted by Tantrictemple (Ny, NY) on 07/28/2010
Ted dear, at the top of the pH page, you wrote: "The usual dosage for me is 1/2 teaspoon (of potassium bicarbonate), 1/2-1 teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate, now if my pH is very acid, I add 1/8 teaspoon (of potassium carbonate). " You wrote potassium carbonate twice for this recipe, for the second one did you mean to write "citric acid"? Thanks buddy!
Hydrogen Peroxide, Borax
Posted by EB (South Africa) on 06/21/2024
What % H2O2 do you use? Thank you
pH Tester Tools
Posted by M (Mukilteo, Wa) on 02/17/2010
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
pH Tester Tools
Posted by M Bare (Mukilteo, Wa) on 02/19/2010
I was thinking of getting the tool listed in the second list that has a meter box, wire and stick.
What system to use it?
The thought of putting it in mouth for saliva and into urine stream bothers me.
I have Pennsyvania Dutch background and clean is not really clean until it has been cleaned more than it needs to be cleaned.
Thank you
pH Tester Tools
Posted by Linda (San Francisco, Ca, Usa) on 12/29/2011
M Bare, the answer to your dilemma is this:
Use one very clean container for urine and another (small) very clean container for saliva. Test the substance while in the container, and clean the meter probe between and after using.
As a last resort, some folks use tiny disposable cups instead of having to wash containers. I consider disposable containers a waste, except while traveling.
Regards,
Linda
pH Tester Tools
Posted by Citygirl27 (Richardson, Tx, Usa) on 06/05/2012
Sterilizing: For sanitizing anything plastic, we used a microwave steam sterilizer. No tablets or chemicals needed, it just uses water only. Steam sterlizers are found in the baby section of stores. You can also get sterlizer tablets there to dip whatever you want to sterilize but that is more fuss and mess than the steam method. For metal tips, an alcohol swipe provides assurance.
Alkaline Urine
Posted by Cindy (Cochrane, Wi) on 02/16/2010
to Bill from San Fernando - would you share exactly what you did? thank you.
Alkaline Urine
Posted by Bill (San Fernando, Philippines) on 02/17/2010
Hi Shaun...Well, much thanks for that, and I guess we must be doing something right.
My outlook towards the medical profession and the big pharmaceuticals is remarkably aligned to your opinions on this. But that may be because we're both British.
But please don't get me started on this subject...I would become very boring !! I have also learnt much concerning all the lop-sided deceptions and goings-on within the world's pharmaceutical industry, which are best truly described, in my own loopy way if you like, by some favourite quotes by Mark Twain:
"Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect."
"Denial ain't just a river in Egypt."
Be Well,
Bill
Alkaline Urine
Posted by Julie (Nc) on 09/18/2014
Your body should be 6.1-6.8. On p 14 your urine should be 6.5-7.0. Dairy is killing me yet the doctor wants me to eat it. My pH goes down every time I eat yogurt no more for me.
Alkaline Urine
Posted by Ella (Usa) on 11/01/2017 3 posts
Hi Bill,
I desparately need your advise as I have been taking Ted's remedies baking soda/potassium about 2 weeks, just baking soda 1 week, and ACV + BS for 1 week total 4 weeks I still have sour taste in mouth after meal. I feel more sour during evening. My sour taste 1 day has less and the next day has more. It has been like this for the whole month. At 3rd week of BS and potassium I have experience abdominal pain so I stopped it and use only ACV /baking soda and it started burp alot and become indigestion have food comes back up in my throat and still have sour taste after meal. I also take magnesium 200 mg in a glass of water. I still feel someting in my throat. So I took a break no more ACV and baking soda. The indigestion become worse and burp alot more. Have foods come back up in the throat. I tried tumeric root capsule for 2 days while I stopped the ACV/baking soda and I have burning chest pain. Not sure if that is the cause. So I stopped and try aloe vera but I have mild burning chest pain. I don't know if there is Candida or not. I have coating white tongue on and off through the day and my white tongue is thick in the morning when I wake up in the morning. My tongue seems to be sour. Have heartburn, GERD. Only symptoms is sour taste after meal, heartburn, indigestion, and was constipation before go every 2 days and now go every day but have to push hard. Also anemia very low on ferritin, low iron, low vitamin deficiency. I checked blood test. My sodium bicarbonate is within the normal range and potassium is on borderline normal range. I am currently taking aloe vera and probiotic. It seems the sour taste is there. No change. I tested my saliva is 6.5 or 6.8 through out the day. However, my urine PH is 6.0 first pee in the morning and 2nd pee in the morning is 7.5. Afternoon the urine PH is 6 for the rest of the day. Please provide your feedback as I dont know what to do. I lost alot weight as I am only eating boil chicken breast, noodle, and veggie for the past 7 months. I have not eat any sugar for 7 months. I don't' know what is wrong. Please help.
Alkaline Urine
Posted by Marsh57 (Denver) on 01/22/2018
Hi Bill, do you recommend a specific company for hair analysis? I'd rather select a recommended resource than not. Thanks for your great wisdom and help on EC.
Baking Soda, Citric Acid
Posted by Ali (San Francisco, Ca) on 01/24/2010
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.
EC: Hi Ali. Thanks for asking - we do have a Donate link at the very top of every page (next to the Give Feedback link).
pH Health
Posted by Kay (In The Valley, Ca) on 10/26/2009
Thanks so much for taking the time to post this information, I, for one did not know that one point = ten times the the alkalinety or acidity. I think sharing your knowledge on this subject will help us all have a better understanding of just where we stand. Thanks again.
pH Health
Posted by Tracey (Gainesville, Fl) on 10/27/2009
I was just wondering where to purchase the PH strips?
EC: We've seen them sold: online, pharmacies, Whole Foods, health food stores...
pH Health
Posted by Robert Henry (Ten Mile, Tn Usa) on 10/27/2009
ALAIN, my bad,,,,,,,,,,, thanks for correcting this for me. This is 10th grade math. Undoubtably my brain is going faster than I thought. The point I was trying to make is that a 5 pH is bad news Charlie and folks need to be concerned.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda, Baking Soda and Water
Posted by Joe (West Palm Beach, Fl) on 10/25/2009
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 ?
Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda, Baking Soda and Water
Posted by Randy (Pascagoula, Ms, usa) on 10/26/2009
I believe that Ted says that if you take ACV w/o baking soda, that your body will use it's own stores of bicarbonates to reduce the acidity of the ACV, so you might as well add bicarbonate before you ingest it. From what I have read of many of Ted's posts, I think he recommends baking soda and water to reduce the overall acidity of the body more than ACV and baking soda.
Where to Find pH Tester Strips
Posted by Lita209 (Sanford, Fl, USA) on 09/16/2009
Where do I get a PH test at? a pharmacy or a health food store? Pardon my ignorance.
Parasites, Mold, Candida
Posted by Carolyn (Hobbs, Nm) on 09/13/2009
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
Baking Soda, Sea Salt
Posted by Sarah (Los Angeles, Ca) on 08/01/2009
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!
Baking Soda, Sea Salt
Posted by Lia (Lindsay, Ontario) on 10/02/2011
I found on internet the next text about baking soda capsules:
You can buy them at CVS, walgreens, BJ"s wholesale, hocks. Com, drugstore.com.
The brand I heard is really good is Z_____ OTC Acid Reducer, Capsules ( fancy name for baking soda ). Like I said they are found at the above. You can order them online or you can go instore to purchase. Hope this helps.
Reader Feedback
Posted by Drew (USAFA, Colorado) on 07/09/2009
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.
Reader Feedback
Posted by Joe (Interlachen, Florida) on 06/02/2009
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.
Reader Feedback
Posted by Tt (Dc, Usa) on 06/23/2011
the donate link is beside feed back but along the right side of the page it will scroll along the page; if you are at the nameplate you went too far. But it is anywhere on the page that you are because it scrolls.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Serenity (Oswego, Il) on 05/25/2009
Does anyone have any idea? I am drinking the ACV and now my tongue has white coating, and I am belching up sour liquid. My throat is raw from the sour taste. I just dont know what to think about this. Should I stop the ACV? PLease could someone help me with this issue
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Katie (Pasadena, CA) on 05/25/2009
Serenity, I think you should probably get yourself some pH strips and start figuring out what's going on in your body before you try any more app cid vin. Add baking soda might help but I've also seen the side effects reported by a few women who add it.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Andrew (Utah) on 01/16/2017
I think you are low in copper. Try oligo copper
General Feedback
Posted by Greenbeanz39 (Clarkston, Washington) on 05/20/2009
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!
EC: Lots of information regarding the subject on our pH page!
General Feedback
Posted by Whitecat007 (Murrysville, Pa) on 08/21/2012
Im new just found this site tonight, I am 41 years old.. Have pain all over my body, mostly back, hips, elbows some times my back hurts so bad you cant breath, I have been to the doctor had blood test ran, they tell me nothings wrong with me, when the pain in my body gets so bad, I get really muscle bound and cant move very well, I have tried many things I tried the baking soda and maple surup I found on the internet tonight, took a spoon full, it has gave me an instant headache??? dont know why, I sometimes get muscle spasms all over my body, I did notice I am getting more of them then usual after taking this?? does any one know what could be wrong with me???? or what to do?? I am active, and just want to feel like myself again and have energy and no muscle pain?
General Feedback
Posted by Lisa (Thousand Oaks, Ca, Usa) on 08/22/2012
Hi Whitecat007, It sounds to me like your body is too acidic and toxic. What type of diet do you have? I would suggest to begin there. Clean that up by eliminating processed foods, sugar, white flour products, dairy and gluten. Eat what I call "close to the earth". Make sure you eat mostly fresh vegetables and protein and if you can make fresh green juices. I assure you, the pain will go away through this process. Assist the body also with detoxing which there are plenty of ideas here on EC you can check out.
The baking soda/ maple syrup isn't going to do a thing if you're really toxic. The doctors aren't going to say a thing about this either- they don't know! So many of our problems are due to diets and our toxic world. They only make people more toxic with prescription meds.
Hope this information helps you, Lisa
General Feedback
Posted by Mmsg (Somewhere, Europe) on 08/22/2012
Whitecat007, read up on Magnesium on this site.
General Feedback
Posted by Heather (Leicester) on 08/22/2012
Hi White cat, you need magnesium it will relax your muscles- easiest way is to buy Epsom Salts and take a long soak(30 mins) - this will really help you, Heather x
General Feedback
Posted by Mt (Ottawa, On Canada) on 08/22/2012
Reader Feedback
Posted by Peter (Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne ) on 10/30/2008
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.
Reader Feedback
Posted by John (Boca Grande, FL) on 10/30/2008
I don't think there is a combination of remedies that should be taken every day. Each person's body is different. People do home remedies to treat their particular ailments so it seems counterproductive to combine them in the hopes of a cure-all. I rotate remedies depending on the signals I get from my body. Blackstrap molasses - too sugary for me to take on a daily basis. Apple cider vinegar is probably the safest one to take daily, but even then you should give it a break. Just my two cents.
Ted's Remedies
Posted by Keith (Vancouver, Canada) on 07/02/2008
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
Lemons
Posted by Sharon (Moorhead, Mn) on 01/10/2012
Could someone please help me! I am covered in welts! Living in a body that itches 24/7 is pure torment! This has been going on for several weeks! Would any of these concoctions work for me?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
Sharon
Accurate pH Reading
Posted by Anonymous (Mt. Vernon, Washington) on 08/10/2005
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.
Accurate pH Reading
Posted by Ted (Bangkok, Thailand) 392 posts
Yes, strips are not accurate. Urinary pH changes very quickly even within 1-2 hours after eating so you don't have to wait that long. This sound like testing them for doing a blood tests. In blood test you must fast for at least overnight. However, urinary pH is fast acting. Also normal salivary pH is frequently over 7. The mentioned method might work for urinary pH. However it is very difficult to know how far off the mark since most urinary pH varies between 5.5 to 7.5. While the mentioned method will tell you reach it, in practice, getting over 6 is usually acceptable. However, there are exceptions such as serious conditions as cancer or flu, in which you have to get them over 7.0 - 7.3 to kill or destroy the virus or cancer.
However, i prefer to use digital pH meters since you can calibrate with greater accuracy. At least here in Thailand, the price of a pocket digital pH is the same as the chemical methods, it was rather easy for me to go digital pH. Obtaining a digital pH is easier than getting chemical versions for most people since you can get them at a garden shop or pet shops also
Accurate pH Reading
Posted by Ted (Bangkok, Thailand) on 12/27/2009 392 posts
Dear Ron: The pH I am looking for test is either below or above 7. This is true especially of saliva. So a bromthymol blue measures in a range of only 6.4 to 6.8. Therefore the range of bromthymol blue has some limitations also.
For urine pH the range is 6.5, but for a saliva pH, the ideal pH is around 7.3. Hence the bromthymol blue is more ideal for the measurement of urinary pH.
Mostly the urine pH falls between 6. to 6.8 to be acceptable. But when a person is sick, I need to get the pH of the urine to be closer to 7.
Accurate pH Reading
Posted by Gwen (Boulder, Co. Usa) on 02/04/2010
Dear Ted, I am having a hard time finding out what potassium bi-carbonate is, common name etc...where I can purchase. Don't know what I'm asking/looking for. I also noted you recommended for alkalizing tumors in dogs.
Sodium bi-carbonate = Baking Soda
Potassium bi-carbonate = ?
(potassium bitrate = Cream of Tar Tar)
Magnesium Carbonate = ?
Magnesium sulfate = Epsom Salt
Please help me clarify these substances. I have googled but found no common name. I have been suffering with abscess on root of tooth that won't come to a head to drain. It is hard to research & maybe others having same problem as me?
After trying everything holistically suggested on EC, it hit me that the pH most likely the problem. Started Baking soda & am getting some relief & movement. I am 60 yrs old & acid/alkaline balance has a big effect on me. I use the baking soda/lemon or lime etc. process, but would like to know/try ?Potassium Bicarbonate? you suggested.....
Please & Thank you for your time & info. Many Thanks & Blessings to ALL! Gwen
