Acidity

Unhindered on ‘modern day society cooked foods, high proteins, cereals and sugars’, the body is at risk of developing high acidity levels which may account for symptoms / onset of:

Arthritis / Candida / Cellulite / Dehydration / Diabetes / Diverticulitis (a common digestive disease) / Gastroesophageal reflux disease / Gout / Heartburn / High Cholesterol / Heart disease / Inflammation in chest / Insomnia / IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) / Kidney stones / Lethargy / Nausea / Obesity / Respiratory problems / Sinus problems / Skin conditions / Sluggish lymph circulation.

“What is High Acidity?”

Acidity is one of a most common root cause of many disease conditions. It occurs when there is excess secretion of acids in the gastric glands of the stomach. When the secretion is more than usual, you will feel what is commonly known as ‘heartburn’ which is normally triggered off by consumption of spicy, fried, fatty, junk food, milk and dairy products to name but a few.

“Are You Overly Acidic?”

Monitor your own saliva with litmus test paper. The test will determine whether your body fluids are either too acidic or too alkaline. Purchase litmus paper, and apply saliva or urine to the paper. The paper will change colour to indicate if your system is overly acidic or alkaline. Red litmus paper turns blue in an alkaline medium and blue litmus paper turns red in an acid medium. Always perform the test either before eating or at least one hour after eating. If your test indicates that your body is too acidic, consult the recommendations below.

Try to avoid the following Acid forming foods:

Alcohol / Caffeine / Canned / Cooked / Dairy products / Fatty / Fried / Grains cooked (macaroni, spaghetti) / Irradiated / Meats / Microwaved / Pasteurized / Processed / Refined Sugars. These foods all lack essential enzymes, vitamins and nutrients that are required to encourage and sustain optimum health.

Although ingredients of raw diet, the following foods are also acid forming:

Cranberry, grapefruit, lemon, orange juices / oily salad dressing / raw onion / tomato.

Home Remedies for Overly Acidic symptoms:

Charles Silverman, Dr of Naturopathic Medicine, a practitioner who applies natural therapies including fasting, nutrition, water, exercise and natural practices for wellbeing.

Anyone considering changing their diet should first consult their General Practitioner particularly those with specific medical requirements.

Natural Hygiene

Alkaline foods such as vegetables are eaten in much smaller quantities; their alkaline content is insufficient to neutralize surplus acid. Stimulants such as tobacco, coffee, tea and alcohol are extremely acidifying. Stress and physical activity (both insufficient or excessive amounts) also cause acidification.

Try alkaline foods to feel better

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A clean Alkaline body will utilize oxygen approximately 20 times more efficiently than an acidic system. Blood requires an Alkaline measurement Potential Hydrogen (pH) =7.365 to use oxygen - explicitly vital to all cells. Greek: Hydro (water). Genes (creator) also known as, “water maker”  H²O.

Healthy H²O level average should be approximately 70% of body mass and close to 85% in the brain. General recommendations for daily intake of water 1 – 2 litres based on individuals’ requirement. (information only: one litre of water weighs approximately one kilo)

You Spring Clean your houses, so why not Spring Clean your Body too.!

For the body to sustain optimum health it must be as clean as possible inside and out. Natures’ disinfectant is ‘OXYGEN’  Oxy-Powder capsules  and / or Colosan powder. Taken in capsule or powder form this supplement works well as part of detox plan and general colon cleansing.

The best alkaline food source is Chlorophyll which is found in fresh green vegetables, dandelion leaves, nettle tops, whole foods and raw organic plant foods. Grow your own if possible or go foraging it’s wild, raw, fun and free!

Amongst other things detox, raw plant foods, exercise and plenty of water are the best way to increase your energy levels, boost your immune system, lose weight, banish cellulite, and improve your complexion.

Ideal Foods include:

Fresh Fruits / Green Vegetables / Mung Beans (sprouted) / Nuts / Root Vegetables (such as carrots, beetroot, radish) / Sprouted Seeds (such as alfalfa, broccoli, radish). These foods are rich in all enzymes, minerals and vitamins that the body requires in order to achieve optimum health and wellbeing.

(information only: medical studies show many cancers are caused by: poor diet / stress / toxic environment / lack of exercise) Dr David W Haslam, Lancet.

Lifestyle Changes

• Detox to achieve and sustain optimum health.

• Embrace a Raw Food Diet. Try it, You might Like it..!

• Exercise:  Yoga and Meditation  (are popular with Raw Food Advocates).

  Tai Chi, Pilates are popular favourites too.  Exercise regimes care of your

  own choice.

  Or..

• Relax - discover Arts, Crafts and ReCreation. Care of your own choice.

• Introduce supplements such as: Oxygen, MSM, Vitamin D (oral spray)

  Vegan B12, Selenium (capsules), and Magnesium into your daily diet.

• Discover Naturopathy.