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No Carbonated Water for Cancer Patients?

Posted By gregcd (Glendale, WI) on 10/10/2023

In an article by "Ted From Bangkok" in Earth Clinic's February 28, 2011 newsletter entitled "Ted's Cancer Remedies", he writes under "What Not to Eat": NO carbonated water. This is not to be confused with carbonated sodas which he includes elsewhere on his list, simply plain water with carbonation. Can someone explain the reasoning why he said not to drink carbonated water? I drink Sevia brand carbonated soft drinks which use double filtered water and only adds natural flavorings and stevia - none of the toxic ingredients found in regular soda. It has been twelve years since this was written. What is the current thinking regarding carbonated water and its effects on cancer? Thank you.

Replied by Madelyn (Idaho) on 10/11/2023

Gregcd, perhaps the reason is because carbonated water is acidic in pH due to the presence of carbonic acid. I learned that the hard way when my teeth took a hit when I was consuming a lot of sparkling water for a long period of time. Baking soda, on the other hand, has a very high / alkaline pH and creates an environment that the cancer can not survive in.

Replied by Greg (WI) on 10/13/2023
Madelyn, Thank you for great input. So it's not just "bubbles" after all. I now have good reason to change my drinking habits. Thanks again.

Replied by Madelyn (Idaho) on 10/15/2023
You’re welcome Greg! Given that those Zevia drinks you like are made with healthy ingredients, I believe you could safely have 1-2 daily. As long as they aren’t your main source of water. Keep in mind, like any carbonated beverage, the pH is acidic and can be hard on teeth. Therefore, I would enjoy the carbonated beverage in a timely manner, rather than sipping slowly throughout the day, to reduce the exposure time on the teeth. Xylitol can be used to correct the acid and remineralize, so simply take a xylitol candy, gum, or sprinkle of the crystals after you’ve enjoyed your carbonated beverage.

Concerning your internal pH, I have a fantastic recipe shared by Tony Pantelleresco for raising even the most stubborn cases of people with acidic pH. This is especially important when dealing with cancer. To a 1 liter bottle, add a half teaspoon of TSP / trisodium phosphate crystals and a teaspoon of liquid chlorophyll. Make sure it’s pure, genuine TSP. They stopped selling it recently at Home Depot and have replaced it with a TSP substitute. Shake and allow TSP to dissolve. Then take a shot of the solution 1-2 times daily. You can always test your saliva and urine pH to monitor your levels. I take it once a week or so from time to time just because I like the way it makes me feel. It’s supposed to be a great painkiller as well.

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