Those interested in naturopathy have probably already heard of the alkaline diet. Based on the belief that what we eat affects our body’s acid-base balance, this diet is supposed to protect us from acidosis, the acidification of our blood. Proponents of this diet claim that a diet too high in meat, sugar, and processed foods acidifies our blood, leading to fatigue, inflammation, premature aging, and various diseases. A simplified theory that has no serious scientific basis in reality. Explanations:
Acidity is measured using a scale of 0 to 14 called “hydrogen potential” or “pH”. A substance is acidic if its pH is less than 7. This applies to lemon juice, baking soda, vinegar, or to a lesser extent, milk. But if it is true that every food has its own degree of acidity, it has absolutely no effect…
Source: Le Figaro
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