http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/pH.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/pH.rss Earth Clinic solutions to Balance Your pH Levels. Sun, 12 Feb 12 20:50:57 -0600 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=GF_71832 /CURES/pH.rss1 Fri, 20 Jan 12 15:07:07 -0600 Cynaberglee from Aurora, Co Usa writes: "I think lemons and limes are just as effective, especially if they are organic. There seems to be confusion concerning acidic and alkaline. Yes, ACV as well as all fruits are acidic, lemons and limes being the most acidic. When ingested, they cause the digestive system to be more acidic, which is good. The digestive system must be highly acidic for proper digestion. Reflux is caused by the stomach not being acidic enough. An acidic environment in the intestines prevents overgrowth of candida. However, When the digested ACV and fruits are absorbed into the bloodstream, they cause it to be alkaline, and so the rest of the body becomes alkaline. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=SALIVAPH_71430 /CURES/pH.rss2 Sun, 15 Jan 12 16:23:35 -0600 Annu from Kolkata, India writes: "Hi.... My saliva ph is 8 throughout the day. Can anybody could explain it and tell me how to bring it to 7. Thanks. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=BAKINGSODA_67680 /CURES/pH.rss3 Fri, 25 Nov 11 10:20:01 -0600 Bill from San Fernando, Philippines writes: "Ted from Bangkok often advises us to alkalize the blood using just Sodium Bicarbonate in water. But what does alkalize the blood mean in plain English? To illustrate this, let's just consider the effects of Chlorine in our water supply. If you take a shower or two every day with chlorinated water then your body will absorb 25% of the chlorine in the shower water through the skin. And if you also drink chlorinated tapwater, then this will also increase the chlorine in your blood. And when chlorine goes into your body -- to keep it simple -- this is the reaction of chlorine with water: Cl2 plus H2O ==> HCL plus HCLO(hypochlorous acid) So we should notice that Hydrochloric acid (HCl) forms in our blood from the chlorine and this is continuously happening because we shower and drink chlorine in our water every single day -- and so it begins to accumulate in excess. (Please understand that the the above description is considerably more complex than described above -- but I've kept it simple for comprehension -- since outcomes are the important thing. ) As a defense, the body uses its Sodium (Na) ions to neutralize this excess acid in our blood by converting the hydrochloric acid to Sodium Chloride which is then cleared from our blood by the kidneys. And the result is that more and more sodium ions are removed from the blood until electrolytic imbalance occurs which disrupts all the important sodium pumps in every cell and organ in the body -- thus upsetting the nutrient and excretory diffusion gradients between the blood and the cells. After a certain point, the body then starts to remove calcium from the bones to neutralize the hydrochloric acid. The body also breaks down tissue proteins into Ammonia which is also used to neutralize the chlorine and which creates dangerous chloramines in the process. And the whole effect of this process is caused by continual acidification of the blood by chlorine intake, resulting in wide disruption of nutrient pathways further resulting in sudden and continual loss of weight through body tissue wasting. And I haven't even mentioned the extra acidifying effects of processed foods or fluorine or heavy metals or drugs in our diets yet which also helps to cause and aggravate the same acid problems and conditions. But if you take sodium bicarbonate to alkalize the blood -- this reacts with HCL thus: NaHCO3 plus HCl %u2192 NaCl plus H2CO3 H2CO3 %u2192 H2O plus CO2 So taking just sodium bicarbonate with water is highly beneficial against acid blood caused by chlorine. Notice also that Carbon Dioxide is increased in the blood -- which has the further effect of increasing oxygen intake into the blood by the lungs via the CO2/O2 gradient. The effect of taking sodium bicarbonate alone is therefore a lifesaver for people with severe acid blood condition with body wasting problems. Many people seem not to bother with Sodium Bicarbonate with water but, in the above, I have tried to explain just one aspect of the importance of alkalizing the blood with this method. And as you can see from the explanation -- it can be a life saver!! Perhaps now more people can more clearly see the importance of why it is so necessary to both alkalize the cells AND the blood. From the above, here are a couple of simple and easy experiments you can try that are quite useful as rough guides. First fill up a glass with ordinary tapwater and add 1/4 tspn of sodium bicarbonate to it and stir it in. If the water immediately tastes quite salty, your water supply is significantly chlorinated or fluorinated -- because the sodium bicarbonate is reacting with the chlorinated (acid) water to immediately form salt. This experiment tells you how badly chlorinated/ fluorinated your water supply is. The stronger the salt taste, the higher the chlorination factor. Second experiment. Ensure that you have not drunk anything or eaten anything for at least an hour. Now take a small dab of sodium bicarbonate on a spoon and put it in your mouth. If it immediatly tastes salty, chances are that your body is acidic. If it does not taste at all salty then your body is fairly alkaline. These experiments are only meant to be rough guides but I still think they are useful. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ACV_67211 /CURES/pH.rss4 Fri, 18 Nov 11 09:43:34 -0600 [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Holly from Anacortes, Wa writes: "I hve been drinking 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar twice a day for nearly a year. My health is good, my skin feels best while drinking this. I dilute it some and drink it through a straw to bypass my teeth. However when testing my urine with a ph strip in the a.m., I am high on the acid side; 5.5. Sometimes during the day that number will climb to a 6.5 or 7. Sometimes it stays the same. Why aren't I getting an akaline/normal reading? Thanks. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=PTT_64543 /CURES/pH.rss5 Tue, 04 Oct 11 14:53:37 -0500 David from Springfield, Tn writes: "What kind of pH strips do you use/where do you purchase these, for testing acidity/alkalinity? Also, is your urine what you test? If it is urine that is tested, should you test it first thing in the morning, or when during the day? Thanks " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=GF_64398 /CURES/pH.rss6 Sun, 02 Oct 11 10:23:30 -0500 Jess from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada writes: "Hi.....I received my gastroscope results from my family Dr.... My spec. Dr. has not contacted as of yet, 2 weeks ago.... My stomach is inflamed, I have hypyloric bacteria, hiatal hernia and metaplasia (a form of cell changes)... I believe I am acidic, a lovely spot for these events to happen... Went to the health store, bought PH strips and working on getting 7. 5.. Balance... Mostly focusing on alkaline foods... Big difference in urine and sputum testing. Question 1... Which is more accurate?... My urine testing is higher alkaline which is great. I did the ACV and BS with your measurements, however noticed this a.m. on your posts that it lowers B/P....Mine stays pretty much 90/60 range... Hereditary genes I think... This a.m. it was 82/50....so I am thinking no ACV..... I took the prescripition for Hypyloric Bacteria last year, not working and my Dr. wants me to go that route again. I have alleviated some stress issues, started yoga , deep breathing last week...... For my discomfort I use DGL, a licorese and mastica chios twice a day.... I am 61, 130 lbs............ I have stomach pain... Where do I start Ted?............ I am new to this site and I thank-you...Jess " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ACVBS_62012 /CURES/pH.rss7 Thu, 25 Aug 11 21:37:09 -0500 John from Buffalo, Ny writes: "Hello, I keep reading all about the benefits of ACV. But I also keep reading all about baking soda to akalanize the body's ph. How can I take them both orally without negating their effects? Will taking either or both, alkalize ph? Thanks John " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ACVSS_61869 /CURES/pH.rss8 Tue, 23 Aug 11 23:22:58 -0500 [YEA] Jc from Boston, Ma writes: "Can I add Sea salt to ACV and not effect the PH or alter it in a way that takes away from its full benefit. I noticed that when I add the large grained sea salt it disolves very quickly. While in water it takes some time while stirring it briskly." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=GF_61767 /CURES/pH.rss9 Mon, 22 Aug 11 18:09:44 -0500 Sharongg from Greenville, Sc Usa writes: "Why would an MD not check PH levels first thing in every patient? All physicals should include a PH test. Looks like this could and would eliminate the need for tons of medicine if they would only do this and advise the patient on how to up their PH level to combat sickness and disease. Guess it comes down to money for the docs, and more money for the drug companies. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ORP_61480 /CURES/pH.rss10 Wed, 17 Aug 11 23:59:01 -0500 Miket from Cary, North Carolina, United States writes: "I just bought a pH/ORP combo meter. The ORP piece of the combo meter is factory calibarated. In taking a few urine readings, most of those readings (8 in total) were positive which ranged from 2 to 200 with only 2 readings that were negative (-15 and -19). This didn't make too much sense as for the most part I am feeling well with the exception of some brain fog issues. I started to panic a bit thinking I was a walking cancer time bomb waiting to explode... To further research, I called the vendor and asked them about negative ORP readings and their response was that the platinum probe needs to be oxidized by dipping and storing the meter in distilled vinegar solution for about 3 days initially. However, I was just reading one of Ted from Bangkok's responses to Hasan in the "ph_questions" section where he mentioned that we want to ensure that the ORP meter is cleaned and stored in a KCL solution to "prevent" oxidation. Now, I am very confused.... Has anyone run into an issue like this? What is everyone doing to ensure their ORP meters are indeed providing accurate readings (positive or negative)? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ORP_60273 /CURES/pH.rss11 Fri, 29 Jul 11 20:05:24 -0500 Rhhince from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada writes: "I did some urinary PH testings of my parents and sister and myself. The readings varied (PH 5.1, ORP -2) (PH 6.3, ORP -70) (PH 7.0, ORP -89) (PH 7.3, ORP -75). The objective I understand, is to be able to raise the negative ORP levels -150 and up on the negative scale. For an individual that could mean raising their PH level to 7.5 to achieve that, the other 7.0 might do the trick, but the objective is the higher negative ORP readings and not so much PH. I read on other websites that PH levels between 6.5 and 8.0 are ok neutral. This may give a range for each individual to work with to obtain higher negative ORP readings. Is this a good way to start? When I started this venture 2 months ago, my 3 week PH reading average was 5.8, ORP 50, the next 3 weeks was PH 6.4, ORP -50, this current 3 week stretch in progress is sitting at PH 6.9, ORP -75. It may take another month with a PH of 7.5 to possibly achieve -150 ORP. The relationship of PH and ORP appears proportional to each individual. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=LL_59315 /CURES/pH.rss12 Mon, 11 Jul 11 15:24:27 -0500 Rick from Woburn, Ma writes: "I'm still confused. I have read the list of foods that are the most alkalizing and acidifying to the body. Both lemons and limes are listed as some of the most alkalizing fruits. Apparently there is some internal process that treats these citric acids as alkalizers. If this is true, is ascorbic acid, without the addition of any baking soda, an alkalizing supplement or an acidifying supplement? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RN_59277 /CURES/pH.rss13 Sun, 10 Jul 11 15:34:58 -0500 Natalie from Grandrapids, Mi writes: "Very acidic. Losing hair, dry skin, puffy eye lids, bv, pasty mouth, achy joints, please help me I'm only 28! I have four kids.. I dont want to die =(" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=BSB_58129 /CURES/pH.rss14 Mon, 20 Jun 11 15:15:42 -0500 Guilherme Schroeter from Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Ca Us writes: "Hi, I am new here, seek for help about my problem. Around one year I become tired, with cronic fatigue, something floating inside my eyes, and small things of blood start to appear in my skin, as well something walking inside my skin every single night. I cannot sleep. I started trying turmeric olive leaf and green tead in tablets (gaia brand) one time a day, plus carson vitamin d3 5. 000 a day (i have weak immune system for years, but treating with antibiotics) - one drop of liquid kelp (world organic brand) - says that have 150 mcg iodine and 59 ml content (2 fl oz). I start as well sun chlorella pulverizes (one pack every day) as well E3LIFE (one kind of organic algae extract liquid) But what make a diference is 1/2 of baking soda with 1/4 of borax in 3 liters water. I feel more better, but when I tryed add a teaspon of apple cider vinegar (Bragg organic) give me "fire" sensation on my throat and later pain in my stomach. What I ask for any member ted or expertise is, 1) is safe drink borax with baking soda mixed 2) how much dosage per day (drink just one cup or all liter) 3) if is good to mix the apple cider vinegar and how quantity is required for safe. Is important to say, I got extreme good results without using acv. because I heard something about Apple Cider Vinegar is good regarding make your body alkaline, and on that situation you can combat the parasites, is because I tryed Apple Cider Vinegar too. The other thing is how I can test my ph, and the best product and where I can find it? if I got the correct ph, is signal that I need stop the treathment, or continue untill I feel good? thanks for any help guilherme how much I need to drink borax with making soda? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=GF_57815 /CURES/pH.rss15 Wed, 15 Jun 11 11:15:40 -0500 Janet from Hertfordshire, United Kingdom writes: "Hi, It was facinating to read your article on regulating the PH balace in the blood for optimum health. I am Auto-immune so never get colds or flu but I suffer from Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Globus and Fybromyalgia. I also take a low dose of Thyroxine because I am hypothyroid. I don't know my PH balance levels in my blood but it is clear from reading your article that I need to regulate it to be well. Thank you for the work you are going to help people. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RN_57677 /CURES/pH.rss16 Sun, 12 Jun 11 13:06:57 -0500 Lsyliu from Liverpool, Uk writes: "Hi There, i have a question. I've had this mild UTI for the last four months, and was given antibiotics despite testing negative for bacteria. The general antibiotics didnt seem to help, although one of them did but I can't take it anymore as im now allergic. I also now have thrush from the antibiotics. There is no pain, only bladder spasms, discomfort and urgency. Cranberry tablets did help alleviate the symptoms completely in the early days but now I find I need to take a lot more to get the same affect. I tried mannose, urva ursi, goldenseal, multivitamins, vit c and a, probiotics all to no avail. Then in the second month I got back pain, fever and extreme tiredness. I went to the hospital and they said the uti had spread to my kidneys and gave me more of the general antibiotics. I'm now on the allopathic thrush treatment as well as narrow spectrum antibiotics which help to alleviate the symptoms a little, but not clear it completely. I did try taking sodium citrate but this didnt seem to help much, and potassium citrate made everything burn down there. I feel tired all the time and im coming out in coldsores, have constant migraines and tummy problems. I feel like everything is unbalanced. I'm either not interested in my partner or everything is ultra sensitive. I've been reading about the wonderful cures for these things but is I'm not sure if I have a yeast problem, a bacteria infection, IC or all of the above I'm not sure which direction to go in or what ph to aim for. As I say the potassium citrate made everything sore so I can only imagine the alkalinity encouraged the yeast? Would love some direction... thanks, Lisa " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ACVMH_57384 /CURES/pH.rss17 Mon, 06 Jun 11 17:01:46 -0500 Roger from Colorado Springs, Colorado writes: "I see that there is a lot of talk about adding baking soda to ACV. The whole point of adding sodium bicarbonate to ACV is to turn the mixture neutral. When you do this, it means that there is going to be a bunch of sodium in the mixture. This is not necessarily bad. But, if you take 7 parts of ACV and add 2 parts of Milk of Magnesia (MOM) or magnesium hydroxide, you can turn your mixture to neutral PH and get a really good night's sleep. If you take too much magnesium, your stools will disintegrate. That is how you know that you have taken too much. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RN_54051 /CURES/pH.rss18 Sun, 27 Mar 11 12:41:25 -0500 Viewedit from Mumbai, Maharastra, India writes: "Hi, Fantastic feed backs in this website has prompted me to ask you a solution to problems of High cholestrol and High Uric acid. I am undergoing medicines for past 2 years, there has been little improvments, But what I am looking for is full recovery and life without medicines. Moreover I live a busy lifestyle I forget to take my medicines sometimes. I had taken the test for cholestrol, Uric acid and blood sugar on 29th JUN 2010, I have posted it below. I know these results would be more or less the same if I do the test today, bec I havent changed my lifestyle of drinking alchol atleast 3 times a week (atleast 210 Ml of whole grain Indian whisky), I got a gout attack in 2009 thats when all the test were done and I discovered about cholestrol and uric acid. I dont get any gout attack now, but slight pain does occur if I drink excessively. The swelling on my right toe is still there but very marginal swelling. I do eat meat if cooked at home once a week and fishes at least twice a week at home. I have oat bran in the morning at least thrice a week. I Drink 2 litres of water everyday. I do eat fried food sometimes when really hungry at work. I want to detox my system and start off new. I male, 37 years old. As of now I have cholestrol level of : Result Normal values Triglycerides : 339. 6 30- 150 MG/DL Cholestrol total : 326. 1 130 - 200 MG/DL HDL direct : 51 35 - 80 MG/DL VLDL : 67. 92 6. 0 - 30. 0 MG/DL LDL : 171 50 to 130 MG/DL Cho/HDL ratio : 6. 39 UP TO 4.5 LDL/HDL ratio : 3. 35 LESS then 3.5 Uric Acid test : 9 Normal values 2. 50 - 07. 20 MG/DL Regards " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RN_52941 /CURES/pH.rss19 Sun, 27 Feb 11 22:56:04 -0600 Deotta from Sandia, Texas, Usa writes: "This has been going on for a few years now. It gets better; it gets worse; it does not go away. One doctor commented that it is a shame that I am so acidic but then offered nothing as far as cure. Other doctors are aware but I have no help with them either. At times I am extremely uncomfortable with the burning and it definitely affects my lifestyle. Other diagnosed problems which are probably related: Severe lactose intolerance, irritable bowl syndrome, intercystial cystitis. I also have UTI problems much too often. Other than these chronic problems I am a healthy woman and I am thankful for that. But, you know? The doctors really don't want to talk with you when you are chronic. I am working on diet changes but I have not seen any improvement so far. Oh, and I have checked my acid levels in salvia and urine - the levels seem to be within normal ranges. I could really use some help here!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=GF_51585 /CURES/pH.rss20 Tue, 25 Jan 11 16:50:32 -0600 [QUESTION] Mary from Mukilteo, Wa writes: "Would someone post the address of a picture of a ph meter? I have looked at different type stores and have not found one that is similar to what I think is being described on the site. Thank you" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=BSCA_48078 /CURES/pH.rss21 Sat, 30 Oct 10 22:25:43 -0500 Zoran from New York, Usa writes: "Hi, I have been using lime and baking soda for about two months now and my urine PH is fine 7-7.25 but I cannot get the saliva PH above above 6-6.25. As per Ted, I know this not good and I need some more guidance as to how to fix this problem. I also have been taking daily supplement of Vitamic C as well as potassium citrate. I hope someone can help me. ( my 7 year old son has the same problem, urine PH is always higher than that of saliva and it should be reverse. Thanks for any help." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=ACIDIC-URINE_45741 /CURES/pH.rss22 Thu, 02 Sep 10 12:57:33 -0500 Heavenlightly from Huntsville, Alabama writes: "OK so 02/16/2010: Bill from San Fernando, Luzon, Philippines: So Bill I read your post and was wondering if you changed your diet much or maybe you already eat a "healthy" diet. I am wanting to get rid of aches and pains, sinus allergies etc and my son has a Jock itch that he has had for a few years now. Also ringing in the ears which I believe is candida related. So I will be trying the pH balance and other stuff you mentioned for the Jock itch and see how that goes. I don't have a problem eating more raw but was wondering if that is what you did or not. If this helps I will be letting all know. Thanks and God Bless You All " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=TEDSREMEDIES_44571 /CURES/pH.rss23 Thu, 29 Jul 10 00:11:10 -0500 Tantrictemple from Ny, NY writes: "Ted dear, at the top of the pH page, you wrote: "The usual dosage for me is 1/2 teaspoon (of potassium bicarbonate), 1/2-1 teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate, now if my pH is very acid, I add 1/8 teaspoon (of potassium carbonate). " You wrote potassium carbonate twice for this recipe, for the second one did you mean to write "citric acid"? Thanks buddy! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=HPB_44334 /CURES/pH.rss24 Wed, 21 Jul 10 09:42:52 -0500 [YEA] L from Red Deer, Alberta Canada writes: "I've been using peroxide since 2006 (one year before I found Earth Clinic). Up until this past January, I would take breaks from using 1 1/2 teaspoons with 1/4 teaspoon of borax in 1 1/3 litres of water. I'm using it to increase energy, and hopefully reduce long term mycoplasma. Since January, I've increased to almost 1 tablespoon of peroxide, and a rounded 1/2 teaspoon of borax. Although if I'm fatigued which is quite often, I don't feel much increased energy, but I've noticed my PH is much more consistent, between 7 and 7. 35. I'm just getting concerned if this dose is safe long term. (By the way, since Canada has restricted access to food grade peroxide March, 2009, the price for one gallon has increased from $8. 00 - bulk buy, to $75. 00! ! And that's if you can find a gallon. It's mostly available after registering with the government and buying a large drum. I am looking for Miracle Mineral Supplement (MMS) which I've recently discovered has been re-labelled as Water Purification Drops (WPD) here in Canada, so hopefully I'll be able to switch to this soon. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pH.html&name=RN_40752 /CURES/pH.rss25 Fri, 02 Apr 10 22:13:28 -0500 [QUESTION] Sherri from Cicero, In, Usa writes: "Acidotic Tissues I recently had my blood, urine, and saliva tested and was found that I have alkaline blood and urine but my saliva was acidic. The doctor is saying that my tissues are acidic even though the other (blood and urine) are alkaline. What do I do to alkalyze my tissues? He has me taking a B-Complex vitamin every hour and buffered vitamin C twice a day along with a very restrictive diet that is low in protein (after he has told me to eat more protein to stabalize my blood sugar). Does anyone have any suggestions? The test was called a Bio 101 test and is more involved but too technical to go into it here. "