The pH balance in our body is essential in order to prevent various health issues and function normally.  A healthy body has a slightly alkaline pH value, or about 7.4.

Jillian Levy, CHHC explains:

“Many doctors stress the importance of reducing acidity and increasing alkalinity with an alkaline diet because a balanced pH helps protect us from the inside out. Disease and disorder, they say, cannot take root in a body whose pH is in balance.

What is the meaning of “pH balance”? Do you know if your pH levels are off? Well, pH balance refers to a proper balance in the body between acidity and alkalinity.

Your body does a great job of keeping its pH balanced in most cases, but by eating an alkaline diet may help prevent unhealthy microbes and organisms from flourishing, tissues and organs from becoming damaged, minerals from being depleted, and your immune system from being compromised. “

The Journal of Environmental and Public Health published a 2012 review which stated:

“It is generally accepted that agricultural humans today have a diet poor in magnesium and potassium as well as fiber, and rich in saturated fat, simple sugars, sodium, and chloride as compared to the preagricultural period. This results in a diet that may induce metabolic acidosis which is mismatched to our genetically determined nutritional requirements. “

However, the polluted environment, constant stress, unhealthy lifestyle and dietary habits, all tend to make our body acidic, and prone to various diseases and ailments.

The following alkaline foods will help you restore the healthy state of the body, and fight inflammation, cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.

Melon

Melons are highly alkaline and keep the body hydrated, and healthy.

Swiss Chard

It has potent antibacterial, antioxidant, and antiviral properties, and effectively alkalizes the body.

Berries

Berries are among the healthiest alkaline fruits we can consume, and are rich in fiber and antioxidants.

Flax Seeds

Flax seeds have powerful anti-inflammatory properties and are rich in vitamin E and fiber.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Olive oil is a rich source of monosaturated fats and vitamin E, and fight acidosis in the body.

Here is a list of other alkaline foods that you should include in your other diet:

Alkalizing fruits

• Apple
• Tomato
• Avocado
• Apricot
• Banana
• Coconut
• Grapes
• Tropical Fruits
• Dates
• Figs
• Watermelon
• Pineapple
• Grapes
• Lime
• Orange
• Lemon
• Tangerine

Alkalizing vegetables

• Parsnips
• Spirulina
• Green Beans
• Cauliflower
• Carrot
• Eggplant
• Sprouts
• Peas
• Chlorella
• Alfalfa
• Barley Grass
• Spinach
• Green peas
• Rutabaga
• Been Greens
• Onions
• Cabbage
• Wild Greens
• Celery
• Wheat Grass
• Garlic
• Beets
• Dandelions
• Cucumber
• Brocolli
• Sea veggies
• Collard Green
• Mustard Greens
• Mushrooms
• Edible Flowers

Alkalizing protein

• Tofu
• Tempeh
• Millet
• Almonds
• Chestnuts

Alkalizing spices and seasonings

• Cinnamon
• Ginger
• Tamari
• Curry
• Chili pepper
• Mustard
• All Herbs

Other alkalizing foods

• Apple cider vinegar
• Bee Pollen
• Molasses
• Mineral Water
• Veggie Juices
• Probiotic Cultures
• Green Juices

Source: thehealthy-living.com