Keep tabs on your pH. The pH level (acid-alkaline measurement) of our internal fluids affects every cell in our bodies!
Apple
Cider Vinegar (ACV) is generally beneficial as a supplement
unless your body is already too acidic. How can you find out your present
level of acidity? Your physician may recommend an esophageal pH, which is
a procedure for measuring the severity of acid reflux within the esophagus,
and involves the placement of a probe down your throat; thin, soft tubing
is placed through the nose or sometimes through the mouth, and then positioned
downward to the desired level. The probe is left in place over a 24-hour
period. This procedure is done under a doctor's supervision only. It is
intended to accurately monitor pH levels within the esophagus. So, suppose
you want to determine your body's overall level of acidity, to
find out whether you're currently within the normal range. If your body
tends to be too acidic, then steer clear of ACV remedies; in fact, you may
need to fine-tune your food choices even further. What about dairy products?
Milk, yogurt and ice cream can actually assist in neutralizing hydrochloric
acid within the stomachs of overly acidic individuals if your doctor allows
you to eat dairy. As a rule of thumb, consider drinking several glasses
of water a day to keep stomach acids diluted. Knowledge of your overall
acidity level can help you identify the natural remedies that are most appropriate
for you.
You
can measure your own pH by using special paper strips calibrated to provide
accurate readings when testing saliva and urine. Reasons why the body can
become overly acidic include: an overly acidic diet, the accumulation of
toxins and so-called microform overgrowth, or the improper elimination and
neutralization of acids— according to the folks at Phion
Nutrition, who offer Alkalive
pH Stix, and disseminate a very compelling message about pH balancing.
Try out this product for about $10 for a package of 80 strips to test the
pH of saliva and urine in .25 pH unit increments. These easy-to-use strips
provide a convenient means of tracking your pH levels throughout the day.
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Furthermore, in pointing out sources of information on alternative and complementary therapies, this website would not be complete without a reference to Colon Cleansing. It's a matter of simple physics: when gas pressure cannot be contained below the stomach due to clogged intestines, gas and fluids tend to push upwards against the natural flow of digestion. To make a long story short, you may benefit from cleansing the intestines naturally with herbs. Here is a great resource for you: www.DrNatura.Com. The endless testimonies on the DrNatura.Com website are incredible. Their "Colonix" packs consist of three parts: herbal capsules, a fiber that you stir into a glass of water every day, and senna tea to prepare at night.
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