On Alkalizing
Instead of answering several recent post that ask why ACV might be alkalizing I suggest these two articles
From http://phbalance.wikispaces.com/Lemons Alkaline?
Lemons are Alkaline Forming
This is because their acids, such as citric acid, are weak acid and the Lemon's overall nutrients are alkaline. The End Product of Metabolism, otherwise known as Ash and it's effects on the body make it Alkalizing.
Citric Acid is a "weak" acid, meaning once it's done it's job in providing energy in metabolism it's eliminated easily via sweat and respiration. It is alkaline forming in that it stimulates the formation of calcium carbonate in the body. Calcium carbonate then neutralizes the "Strong" acids in the body, acids that can only be gotten rid of through urination, including uric acid which is the end result of protein metabolism.
In fruits such as the Lemons... the mineral content is also taken into consideration, and the Lemon's Alkaline minerals are many, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and Selenium so after the citric acid has done its job and is easily eliminated, one is left with a very Alkaline Ash (end product) from the fruit.
In a Similar way, Malic Acid (another "weak" acid) attacks Lactic Acids (A "strong" acid) making foods like Apples and it's unprocessed vinegar also an alkalizing source.
The list goes on... It's how the elements of the food, inclusive of its "acids" are utilized by the body and whether it's a weak acid or a strong acid in how it can be eliminated, and the food's nutrient content such as it's vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, etc. that a food's ash ends up being.
Proteins... They are acidic, not only in their amino acid content, but also in it's utilization by the body... It leaves Uric Acids as it's waste product from its metabolism. And we need Citric acid to help our bodies eliminate this Acidic end product (Ash).
From http://phbalance.wikispaces.com/Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar, Unprocessed with "Mother"
Used in conjunction with the AA Guidelines. There are benefits offered to those who just added the ACV without really addressing their diet. But with the AA Diet, The relief is more "permanent" as the balance of nutrients is addressed that caused the pain.
Malic Acid (readily available in Apples) helps the body produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate) more efficiently. Thus assisting the body in ridding itself of Lactic Acid.
http://www.immunesupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?id=7247&T=CFIDS_FM
American College of Physicians on Malic Acid for Treating Fibromyalgia...
"Research Confirms Malic Acid's Use to Alleviate Pain and Fatigue"
http://www.fibromyalgiasupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm/ID/3113/T/FM
More sites on ACV:
http://www.celestialhealing.net/applecider.htm
http://curezone.com/blogs/f.asp?f=179
Pancreatic cancer and ACV study Citation :
http://curezone.com/blogs/fm.asp?i=1015571
"It is believed that these compounds may have anticancer effects due to their ability to reduce oxidative stress and alter other cellular functions related to cancer development."
Good health to you all
Alain
(Edmonton, Alberta)
06/24/2011
Hey Alain - appreciative your posts - always informative!
I wonder if people just ask a question without checking under "Ailments" because there seems to be a lot of repeat queries. Take candida, for instance. Bill from San Fernando gave a very detailed guideline on what to do many times (good work Bill! ) and, yet, people will post saying they have candida and ask what they should do.
Perhaps Earth Clinic could put a gentle reminder on the submission page (right before "Subject of Your Email" - so people don't miss it): Have you checked the "Ailments" section first for an answer to your question?
Just saying ...
(Florida)
02/14/2016
Hi there Alain,
Thanks for spelling this all out. I have wondered over the years why people say lemons alkalinize one.
A couple question though.... I basically eat a paleo diet, plenty meat. However, my uric acid often comes in below the range.
Lemons also make my urine acid, not alkaline. Any idea why this would be. Possibly not enough calcium?
Thanks much in advance for your response.
(Yorba Linda, Ca)
02/16/2016
pH Testing Methods
pH Urine Test
Side Effects
Ted's Alkalizing Formulas
★★★★★
Ted's Carbicarb Formula
- 1/2 tsp sodium bicarb
- 1/4 tsp sodium carbonate
- 1/8 tsp potassium carbonate
Does anyone know of a food grade source for the two carbonates? I have read that these are both very irritating to human tissues, so I have a concern is this formula even safe?
Is there an alternative alkalizing formula that will cross the blood brain barrier and alkalize brain tissues?
Vitamin C Sodium Ascorbate