(BeWellBuzz) It's pretty common to hear people talking about "pH" balance in reference to anything from safeguarding against disease to healthy hair and even deodorant. Chemically, "pH" is the measurement of activity of hydrogen ions; whereas "p[H]" measures the concentration of hydrogen ions in a substance. The two are closely related and often used interchangeably. The term ... Continue Reading
Acid-Alkaline Balance
Almost all foods that we eat, after being digested, absorbed, and metabolised, release either an acid or an alkaline base (bicarbonate) into blood. Grains, fish, meat, poultry, shellfish, cheese, milk, and salt all produce acid. The mass consumption of these foods have caused our bodies to become overly acidic, which strips it of minerals. Over the long haul, those who do ... Continue Reading
Forget Alkaline Water
Everybody is jumping on the alkaline water bandwagon and I'm jumping off. Let me explain why. The alkaline water machine DOES have it's place, but not where you think. It's the ACID water you should be using, not the alkaline - and NOT for drinking, but for washing your hands, body, hair and clothes. It's great for disinfecting countertops, fruits and vegetables. I ... Continue Reading