Golden Key of Human Body Diet

Balance Human Body Chemistry for Great Health
> by Michelle Schoffro Cook, DNM, DAc, CNC
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> The Impact of Acid in Body
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> The rate at which you age is determined by how acidic your body is. Graying hair, wrinkling and sagging skin are all worsened by an acid-forming diet and lifestyle.
> Cholesterol levels soar to repair the damage caused by acidic blood, which scours your arterial walls like an S.O.S. pad.
> Research shows that cancer cells require acidity to survive. They thrive in an acid environment, but are unable to survive in an alkaline one.
> Most people experience significantly less pain, whether it's from arthritis, migraines, and fibromyalgia, when their pH is balanced.
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> Acid-forming Foods 
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> One of the worst acidifying offenders is cola. At 2.5 to 2.6, depending on the brand, this so-called "beverage" is extremely acidic. It takes 32 cups of neutral water (most municipal drinking water is acidic) to neutralize a single cup of cola! 
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> Other acid-forming foods include anything sugary (natural or refined); white or wheat pastas, breads, and pastries; dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt, sour cream, etc.); chicken; eggs; fish; beef; lamb; and even most fruit. Yes, even fruit has an acidifying effect on the body. The myth that fruit becomes alkaline once you eat it has been around for decades. Unfortunately, due to its high sugar content, it creates an acidic environment in your body. That doesn't mean you need to swear off all acid foods. I call healthy but acid-forming foods like fruit "Wise Acid" foods in my book, The Ultimate pH Solution. But, the bulk of your diet should be made up with alkalizing foods, such as leafy greens (dandelion, kale), round vegetables (onions, cabbage), and legumes (edamame, lentils). Remember: it doesn't matter whether a food itself is acidic or alkaline; it is more important how it affects your body. Strive for a diet consisting of at least 70% alkaline-forming foods. 
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> Suan Chu
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