Acid Alkaline Food Chart Alkalizing Recipes

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Acid Alkaline Food Chart & Alkalizing Recipes
45 delicious recipes Including Salads, Soups & Entrees
The Magic of pH Balance

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD..............................................................Page 1 ACID ALKALINE FOODS LIST....................................Page 3 SALADS......................................................................Page 9 DRESSINGS................................................................Page 14 SOUPS........................................................................Page 15 ENTREES.....................................................................Page 17

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FOREWORD

My name is Christopher Vasey, ND. For Over 20 Years, I have taught the simple, yet 'life-changing' concept of "pH Balance" to thousands of people all around the world. These ideas have propelled many to transformation in their health and their lives.

This report includes a list of foods that are alkalizing and acidifying. It is my wish that you’ll find ways to integrate more healthy alkalizing foods into your diet, and free yourself from the kinds of acidic foods that tax your body.
I have also included over 45 alkalizing recipes that are not only delicious, but will help to alkalize your body. Even by simply adding one alkalizing meal to your daily diet, you’ll begin to notice the difference.
Acidification in the body comes as a result of THREE primary things:
1. Eating too many acidifying foods which create an acid ash in your body. This is where proper diet comes in. By eating a diet of 80% alkalizing foods, you’ll eliminate the production of excess acid in your body.
2. Microforms like bacteria, yeasts and fungi create acidic toxins in your body. Not only that, but they proliferate in an acidic body. So, not only do they “show-up” in an acidic body, they also pollute and further acidify your body. For this reason, it is important to cleanse & detoxify your body in order to jumpstart the process of balancing your pH.
3. You lack proper alkaline buffers such as certain minerals that neutralize acids. By increasing your intake of alkaline-mineral rich water and alkaline supplements, you will replenish your body’s capacity to neutralize excess acids.

It is my deepest with that you discover the magic of pH balance. I invite you to read my book, The Acid-Alkaline Diet for Optimal Health. I also welcome you to visit www.ph-ion.com to learn more about how to achieve vibrant health and energy through pH Balance.
Best Wishes, Christopher Vasey, N.D.

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ACIDIC & ALKALIZING FOODS

For the purposes of identifying the acid or alkaline potential of foods, we have divided the following list into three basic categories - alkalizing, slightly acidifying, and very acidifying. Even within a single category, however, not all foods are uniformly alkalizing, acidifying, or acid.

The classification used here presents foods in a three-column chart. Alkaline foods (vegetables) are divided into very alkalizing, acid but alkalizing, and slightly alkalizing. “Acid but alkalizing” foods are those which are acid by nature because they contain weak acids such as citric acid. However, these acids are easily exhausted in your body, converting to carbon dioxide and water during digestion. They are rich in alkaline minerals, and thus have an alkalizing effect on the body.

Fruits are classified as alkalizing, acid but alkalizing, and slightly acidifying. Since most fruits are high in sugar, they fit into the slightly acidifying category. If you are very acidic, it is best to avoid high sugar fruit altogether, or limit your intake to a serving per day. Once your pH becomes balanced, you can eat them in moderation.

Dairy products are classified as alkalizing, slightly alkalizing or acidifying. Some refute the fact that dairy products can be alkalizing. This is because they contain lactic acid, which is a weak acid.

While it is considered weak, it does contribute to a low oxygen environment and fatigue. The lactic acid in dairy products is produced by bacteria that feed on the sugar (lactose) in it. However, milk contains large amounts of alkaline minerals including calcium, magnesium, and potassium. It also contains phosphorous, which is necessary for calcium utilization. When one of these alkaline minerals, like calcium for example, binds with lactic acid, a neutral salt called calcium lactate is produced. Thus, while milk contains lactic acid, it also contains the minerals required to buffer it… and then some. The fresher the product is, the less amount of lactic acid it will contain, and the more alkalizing it will be.

Grains and breads are classified as alkalizing, slightly acidifying and acidifying. Most grains are slightly acidifying. When mixed with vegetables, however, they make for a great alkalizing meal. Meats and fish are classified as slightly acidifying, acidifying, and very acidifying. Some meats, of course are more acid producing than others. As a rule, these foods should be avoided until your body gets back into balance.

In order to maintain proper pH, you should eat them in moderation. The classification on these charts can serve as a useful guide for taking the first steps towards developing a healthier pH balanced diet and lifestyle..
Tip! While eating a healthy diet plays a fundamental role in the process of pH balancing, there are a few things you can do to get a jumpstart:
1. Cleanse your body (colon, lymph, liver, kidneys). 2. Hydrate! Drink PLENTY of water... Especially alkaline water. 3. Supplement your diet with alkalizing nutritional supplements.
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ACIDIC & ALKALINE FOODS

Try to eat 80% (or more) alkalizing foods and 20% (or less) acidifying foods
Note: * "Acid but Alkalizing" foods are weak acid foods that contain weak acids. While their pH is acidic, these foods have an alkalizing effect in your body. This is because the weak acids (ie. citric acid) convert to water and carbon dioxide in your body. The carbon dioxide is expelled through your breath.

VEGETABLES

VERY ALKALIZING

avocado beet greens broccoli Brussels sprouts carrots celery stalks chives corn

cucumber edible gourds fennel garlic grasses (ie wheatgrass) green beans green cabbage leeks

leeks peas peppers potato radish red beets red cabbage rhubarb

* ACID BUT ALKALIZING

Sour Pickles

Tomato

salad greens spinach squash sweet potatoes turnips watercress yellow beans Zucchini

SLIGHTLY ALKALIZING

artichokes brussels sprouts

cauliflower lettuce

onion peas

DRIED FRUITS

SLIGHTLY ALKALIZING

apricots bananas

dates raisins

SLIGHTLY ACIDIFYING

apples figs

mangos peaches

pears pineapple

prunes dates

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ACIDIC & ALKALINE FOODS

BEANS & LEGUMES

ALKALIZING
navy beans soy beans

soy nuts soy sprouts

white beans

SLIGHTLY ALKALIZING

tofu dried peas

lentils kidney beans

mung beans

SLIGHTLY ALKALIZING
chickpeas (garbanzo beans) red beans

FRESH FRUITS

SLIGHTLY ALKALIZING

coconut sour cherries watermelon

* bananas - the riper they get, the more acidifying they become

ACID BUT ALKALIZING
grapefruit lemons limes

SLIGHTLY ACIDIFYING

apples apricots blueberries cantaloupe cranberries

dates figs gooseberries grapes kiwis

mangos melons mulberries nectarines oranges

oranges papayas peaches pears pineapples

plums raspberries red currant strawberries sweet cherries

tangerines

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ACIDIC & ALKALINE FOODS

CEREAL GRAIN AND BREADS

ALKALIZING buckwheat

SLIGHTLY ACIDIFYING

barley brown rice dark bread granola

millet oatmeal oats quinoa

rye spelt whole grain crackers whole grain pasta

whole-grain bread (without yeast) whole-grain cereals

ACIDIFYING
cakes cookies couscous dark bread commercial cereals

cookies couscous crackers - white flour millet pasta - white flour

pies semolina sweetened granola wheat white bread

white rice yeast bread

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DAIRY PRODUCTS

ACIDIC & ALKALINE FOODS

ALKALIZING
acidophilus milk banana smoothie

fresh butter fresh buttermilk

fresh cheese fresh whey

raw whole milk

SLIGHTLY ALKALIZING

brie drained cheese fresh yogurt fruit smoothie pasteurized milk provolone

slightly aged whey swiss yogurt drinks dark bread granola millet

oatmeal oats quinoa rye spelt whole grain crackers

whole grain pasta whole-grain bread (without yeast) whole-grain cereals

ACIDIFYING
aged brie aged buttermilk aged cheeses

aged whey aged yogurt chocolate milk

cooked butter cream dextrogyre yogurt

ultra pasteurized milk kefir parmesan cheese sweetened yogurt w/ fruit

Note: Some refute the fact that dairy products can be alkalizing. This is because they contain lactic acid, which is a weak acid. While it is considered weak, it does contribute to a low oxygen environment and fatigue. The lactic acid in dairy products is produced by bacteria that feed on the sugar (lactose) in it. However, milk contains large amounts of alkaline minerals including calcium, magnesium, and potassium. It also contains phosphorous, which is necessary for calcium utilization. When one of these alkaline minerals, like calcium for example, binds with lactic acid, a neutral salt called calcium lactate is produced. Thus, while milk contains lactic acid, it also contains the minerals required to buffer it… and then some.The fresher the product is, the less amount of lactic acid it will contain, and the more alkalizing it will be.

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MEAT AND FISH

ACIDIC & ALKALINE FOODS

SLIGHTLY ACIDIFYING

bass flounder liver

oysters pike salmon

ACIDIFYING
chicken catfish egg yolk

halibut mahi mahi mussels

sole trout walleye
organ meats tuna turkey

VERY ACIDIFYING

beef carp cold cuts

crab herring lamb

lobster mackerel pork

shrimp veal whole eggs

MISCELLANEOUS FOODS

ALKALIZING
apple cider vinegar * cold pressed vegetable oils green herbs

sea salt stevia table salt

* apple cider vinegar is alkalizing because the acetic acid in it is a weak acid, and easily exhausted. The remaining components are alkalizing.

SLIGHTLY ACIDIFYING

brown rice syrup fructose heat pressed

vegetable oils honey maple syrup

pickles raw cane sugar vinegar

ACIDIFYING
artificial sweeteners brown sugar processed foods canned foods

capers heated oils hydrogenated oils ketchup

lard margarine mayonnaise molasses

mushrooms mustard pickles pimentos

white sugar

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ACIDIC & ALKALINE FOODS

BEVERAGES

ALKALIZING
almond milk fresh lemonade fresh vegetable juice

green tea

SLIGHTLY ACIDIFYING

filtered water

green tea

mint tea soy milk tomato juice

water with a pH of 7+ *(from grasses)

tap water - depending on how treated

ACIDIFYING
beer black tea carbonated water

cocoa coffee commercial juices

commercial lemonade hot chocolate liquor

liquor sodas wine

Now for the delicious recipies!

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