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Posted by Alain (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada) on 06/24/2011

Hi

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

Replied by Dan
(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 ...

Replied by Lel
(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.

Replied by Donb
(Yorba Linda, Ca)
02/16/2016

hi lel - take a tablespoon blackstrap molasses and half a teaspoon of baking soda - after an hour or so check with alkaline strip (this is a small 1/4 inch wide alkaline strip) amazon has these...

pH Testing Methods

Posted by Rsw (Uniontown, Oh) on 03/07/2015

My daughter bought me an alkaline water stick for Christmas. It's a stainless steel tube with holes that you put into a glass of water and it supposedly changes the pH to alkaline and adds some minerals in a few minutes. I tested it with litmus paper and found the water measured acidic, so I callled the manufacturer. She said water has to be tested with a phenol red liquid that is found in aquarium stores. Hmmm. So I bought the aquarium water tester and it does in fact say the water is very alkaline. Does anyone know if this is legit? Are there two standards for drinking water and aquarium water or is there a reason that litmus paper would register so differently from the phenol red? Anyone here with a scientific background who understands this? Thank you!

pH Urine Test

Posted by Susan (New York) on 05/14/2013

Can someone explain how to do the PH Urine test with either the meter or the strip? When is the best time to do it and how often?

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Posted by Anonymous (Anonymous) on 09/02/2011

Hi, I just took the alkalizing remedy (baking soda, potassium bicarbonate, citric acid) in the monring and in the mid afternoon I took it again and threw in a little vitamin C and magnesium. I read somewhere on here it was recommended to alkalize 4 times a day to strengthen the immune system. I haven't been able to eat much cuz I don't feel well but on the 2nd time I felt a quick full body heat flush and then anxiety for a few minutes until I drank more water and ate an egg. I might have been a bit dehyrdrated as well. My stomach feels a bit in turmoil right now. Did I do something wrong? What can I do right? Gracias!

Ted's Alkalizing Formulas

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Posted by Artistb (Nyc) on 05/01/2016 3 posts
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Ted's Remedies: lime/lemon, baking soda, sea salt, chicken collagen, orange rind, etc. The first thing I learned from earth clinic/Ted is that it helped to shift my thought process from commercial medicine to natuiral medicines. 2nd, Ted's alkanizing basics became my regular reference book. it works for me and for those who follow my recommendations according to Ted. And 3rd, Earth Clinic has become my main source of reference for my medical problems; And so I am very grateful to Ted and Deirdre.

Ted's Carbicarb Formula

Posted by Pone (California) on 07/04/2014

Ted's book PH Balanced for Life includes an alkalizing formula named "Carbicarb" that is:

  • 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

Posted by Mmsg (Somewhere, Europe) on 09/30/2012

A question on alkalizing drink: Does anyone know if Vitamin C powder plus Baking Soda in water, gives the same alkalizing effect as lemon/lime and BS or ACV and BS?


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