{"id":46020,"date":"2022-09-01T23:12:18","date_gmt":"2022-09-01T23:12:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=46020"},"modified":"2025-01-02T19:23:13","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T19:23:13","slug":"alkaline-diet-food-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Alkaline Diet Food List: Eat These To Improve Your Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#What_Is_the_Alkaline_Diet\" >What Is the Alkaline Diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#What_Do_You_Eat_on_an_Alkaline_Diet\" >What Do You Eat on an Alkaline Diet?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Highly_Alkaline_Foods\" >Highly Alkaline Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Moderately_Alkaline_Foods\" >Moderately Alkaline Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Mildly_Alkaline_Foods\" >Mildly Alkaline Foods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#What_Should_You_Avoid_on_an_Alkaline_Diet\" >What Should You Avoid on an Alkaline Diet?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#NeutralMildly_Acidic_Foods\" >Neutral\/Mildly Acidic Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Moderately_Acidic\" >Moderately Acidic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Highly_Acidic\" >Highly Acidic<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#What_Are_the_Potential_Benefits_of_an_Alkaline_Diet\" >What Are the Potential Benefits of an Alkaline Diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#How_to_Follow_an_Alkaline_Diet\" >How to Follow an Alkaline Diet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Is_the_alkaline_diet_good_for_you\" >Is the alkaline diet good for you?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#How_long_should_you_follow_the_alkaline_diet\" >How long should you follow the alkaline diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#What_are_the_10_most_alkaline_foods\" >What are the 10 most alkaline foods?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Whats_on_the_alkaline_vegan_diet_food_list\" >What&#8217;s on the alkaline vegan diet food list?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Whats_on_the_keto-alkaline_diet_food_list\" >What&#8217;s on the keto-alkaline diet food list?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#Whats_on_the_alkaline_diet_cancer_food_list\" >What&#8217;s on the alkaline diet cancer food list?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/alkaline-diet-food-list\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The stomach has a naturally acidic environment. This is necessary for breaking down food and protecting against harmful bacteria. However, the acidity levels in the stomach can sometimes become imbalanced, leading to problems such as heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Alkaline_Diet_Food_List_\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proponents of the alkaline diet believe that by eating more of what they call alkaline foods and fewer so-called acid-forming foods, you can restore balance to your body and improve your overall health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is simply a hypothesis\u2014there is no scientific evidence to support the claim that eating specific foods can alter the pH of your blood or body tissues. It also doesn\u2019t make sense physiologically &#8211; your body tightly controls its pH levels regardless of what you eat. However, there may be some other benefits associated with eating a diet that is high in supposedly alkaline foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The foods that make up an alkaline diet are high in fiber and other nutrients. Fiber, for example, has been linked to a lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and certain cancers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/12\/10\/3209\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Alkaline_Diet\"><\/span><strong>What Is the Alkaline Diet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/7-day-alkaline-diet-plan\/\">alkaline diet<\/a> is based on the idea that certain foods can affect the acidity or alkalinity (pH value) of your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The pH scale measures how acidic or basic a substance is, ranging from 0 to 14. A pH of 7 is considered neutral, below 7 is acidic, and above 7 is alkaline.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The diet encourages the consumption of foods that are alkaline, which means they have a pH greater than 7, and aims to reduce the intake of acidic foods. The theory behind this diet is that eating more alkaline foods can help balance the body&#8217;s pH levels, potentially leading to health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Alkaline_Diet_Food_List_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-67755\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Alkaline Diet Food List \" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/1200-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The diet typically includes a high intake of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes, while limiting meat, dairy, and ultra-processed foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it&#8217;s important to note that while the diet promotes generally healthy eating habits, the body naturally regulates its pH balance, and the impact of diet on pH levels will likely be insignificant to nonexistent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Do_You_Eat_on_an_Alkaline_Diet\"><\/span><strong>What Do You Eat on an Alkaline Diet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve looked up an alkaline foods chart online, you will have noticed that there are different versions of it. This is because there isn&#8217;t an official list of what you can and cannot eat on this diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most charts classify foods based on the acidity or alkalinity before it&#8217;s consumed, which again will have no effect on the pH of your blood or body tissues because this is tightly controlled by your body.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Highly_Alkaline_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Highly Alkaline Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sea vegetables (kelp, seaweed, dulse)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sprouts (soy, alfalfa, bean)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cucumber\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parsley<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broccoli<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Himalayan salt<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighing you down for way too long, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Alkaline_Diet_Food_List_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">start using the BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moderately_Alkaline_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Moderately Alkaline Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avocado<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cabbage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celery<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capsicum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Endive<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garlic<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lettuce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arugula\/rocket<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mustard greens<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lemon\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lime<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet potatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watermelon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Butter beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soybeans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quinoa<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Alkaline_Diet_Food_List_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66845\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2500-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Alkaline Diet Food List \" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2500-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2500-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2500-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/2500-calorie-meal-plan-high-protein-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mildly_Alkaline_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Mildly Alkaline Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artichokes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asparagus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brussels sprouts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cauliflower<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrot<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Courgette\/zucchini<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leeks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baby new potatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhubarb<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swede<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watercress<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grapefruit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buckwheat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quinoa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spelt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lentils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tofu<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other beans and legumes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goat and almond milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most herbs and spices<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avocado oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flax oil\/ Udo\u2019s oil<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mediterranean-diet-food-list\/\">Mediterranean Diet Food List: Your Ultimate Cheat Sheet<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_You_Avoid_on_an_Alkaline_Diet\"><\/span><strong>What Should You Avoid on an Alkaline Diet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding supposedly acid-forming foods is central to following an alkaline diet. This diet allows 20% of your daily caloric intake to come from so-called acid-forming foods. The following are classified as acidic foods:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NeutralMildly_Acidic_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Neutral\/Mildly Acidic Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beans &#8211; black beans, chickpeas, kidney beans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cantaloupe<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Currants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fresh dates<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nectarine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plum<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet cherry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watermelon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grains &#8211; amaranth, millet, oats, spelt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rice\/soy\/hemp protein<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freshwater wild fish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rice and soy milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuts &#8211; Brazil nuts, pecan nuts, hazelnuts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seed oils &#8211; sunflower oil, grapeseed oil<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moderately_Acidic\"><\/span><strong>Moderately Acidic<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fresh fruit juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Condiments &#8211; ketchup, mayonnaise, butter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruits &#8211; apple, apricot, banana, blackberry, blueberry, cranberry, grapes, mango, orange, peach, papaya, pineapple, strawberry<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains &#8211; brown rice, rye bread, sourdough bread, whole wheat bread<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ocean fish<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Alkaline_Diet_Food_List_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66624\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Personalized-high-protein-meal-plan-1-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Alkaline Diet Food List \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Personalized-high-protein-meal-plan-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Personalized-high-protein-meal-plan-1-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Personalized-high-protein-meal-plan-1.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Personalized-high-protein-meal-plan-1-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Personalized-high-protein-meal-plan-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Highly_Acidic\"><\/span><strong>Highly Acidic<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coffee\/tea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dairy &#8211; butter, cheese, cream, ice cream, milk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meat and poultry &#8211; bacon, beef, lamb, pork, veal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Farmed fish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artificial sweeteners<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cocoa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Condiments &#8211; honey, jam, jelly, mustard, miso, rice syrup, soy sauce, vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yeast<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mushrooms<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Potential_Benefits_of_an_Alkaline_Diet\"><\/span><strong>What Are the Potential Benefits of an Alkaline Diet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main claim made by proponents of the alkaline diet is that it can supposedly:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reduce Your Cancer Risk<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The American Institute for Cancer Research states that there is no direct link between the acidity or alkalinity of your diet and cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/resources\/blog\/breaking-down-the-association-between-alkaline-diet-and-cancer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, they say that a largely <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/plant-based-diet-recipes-for-beginners\/\">plant-based diet<\/a> with a lower percentage of animal products may reduce your cancer risk. In this regard, an alkaline diet may offer some cancer-preventative benefits on the basis of eating more plants and fewer animal products.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t need to follow the alkaline diet in particular to get this benefit, you can simply work toward eating more plant-based and fewer animal products.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Improve Heart Health<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The alkaline diet is rich in fruits and vegetables, which are associated with a lower risk of heart disease. Any diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables may also help reduce high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels, both of which are risk factors for heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/advances\/article\/3\/4\/506\/4591497\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, the alkaline diet limits animal products, which makes it low in saturated fats and ultra-processed foods, which are linked to an increased risk of heart disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5475232\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, you don\u2019t need to follow an alkaline diet to get these benefits &#8211; you can simply eat more <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegetables-high-in-protein\/\">fruits and vegetables<\/a>, and less animal products and ultra-processed foods as part of your normal eating pattern.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Alkaline_Diet_Food_List_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-66623\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lazy-girl-meal-plan-2-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Alkaline Diet Food List \" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lazy-girl-meal-plan-2.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lazy-girl-meal-plan-2-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lazy-girl-meal-plan-2.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lazy-girl-meal-plan-2-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Lazy-girl-meal-plan-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Promote Weight Loss<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The alkaline diet may help you lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. This is because fruits and vegetables are generally lower in calories than animal products and ultra-processed foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, the fiber in these foods may reduce your appetite and promote fullness after meals, both of which may lead to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/are-smoothies-good-for-weight-loss\/\">weight loss<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0924224414002386\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, you can achieve this without following the alkaline diet by simply eating more fruits and vegetables.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The BetterMe: Health Coaching app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Alkaline_Diet_Food_List_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your life moving in the right direction<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Follow_an_Alkaline_Diet\"><\/span><strong>How to Follow an Alkaline Diet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re still interested in following an alkaline diet, there are a few things you should know.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>1. Keep It Simple<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complicated and overly-restrictive diets are difficult to follow and sustain in the long term. To make things easy, start by gradually replacing acid-forming foods with alkaline options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t need the entire alkaline food list at hand, just master these three distinctions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acidic<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, grains, alcohol<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neutral<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plant-based fats, starches, and sugars<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alkaline<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruits, nuts, legumes, and vegetables<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this in mind, ensure 80% of the foods you eat are alkaline-forming and neutral, and 20% are acid-forming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/vegan-keto-diet\/\">Vegan Keto Diet: Exploring a Plant-Based Approach to Low-Carb Living<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Choose Whole, Minimally Processed Foods<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to follow an alkaline diet is to focus on eating whole, minimally processed foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideally, these should be fresh, but frozen and canned foods are also good options. They are cheaper but still contain many of the same nutrients as fresh foods (and sometimes more).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When buying packaged foods, look for items that are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Made with whole grains<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low in added sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rich in healthy fats, such as olive oil or avocado<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Become a master at reading ingredient labels to identify and avoid so-called acid-forming foods. Some ingredients and phrases to watch out for include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refined<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enriched<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Processed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bleached<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bromated<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partially hydrogenated<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-fructose corn syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corn syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agave nectar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maltodextrin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monosodium glutamate (MSG)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sodium nitrites and sodium nitrates\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a food contains any of these ingredients, it\u2019s likely an acid-forming food that you should limit on this diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Cook Most of Your Meals at Home<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooking at home gives you more control over the ingredients in your food. It also allows you to save money and eat healthier (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ijbnpa.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12966-017-0567-y\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you must eat out, choose restaurants that serve fresh, whole foods. Avoid fast and ultra-processed foods, which are typically high in unhealthy ingredients (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6146358\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Asking about the ingredients in a dish and how it\u2019s prepared can also help you make healthier choices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Alkaline_Diet_Food_List_\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-67758\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/high-protein-low-carb-diet-meal-plan-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_alkaline_diet_good_for_you\"><\/span><strong>Is the alkaline diet good for you?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s no scientific evidence to support the claims that the alkaline diet has any effect on your body&#8217;s pH levels. However, eating more fruits and vegetables and fewer processed foods is generally considered healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_you_follow_the_alkaline_diet\"><\/span><strong>How long should you follow the alkaline diet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s no specific amount of time that you should follow the alkaline diet for. Some people choose to stick to the diet long term, while others may only follow it for a short period. If you do follow it for any period, make sure your meals are balanced and include a variety of nutritious foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_10_most_alkaline_foods\"><\/span><strong>What are the 10 most alkaline foods?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 10 most supposedly alkaline foods are cucumber, spinach, kale, parsley, broccoli, kelp, sprouted beans, alfalfa, green drinks, and Himalayan salt.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_on_the_alkaline_vegan_diet_food_list\"><\/span><strong>What&#8217;s on the alkaline vegan diet food list?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The alkaline diet works for vegans as it limits all animal products, including meat, fish, poultry, and dairy. Instead, this diet&#8217;s food list is made up of plant-based foods that are supposedly alkalizing.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_on_the_keto-alkaline_diet_food_list\"><\/span><strong>What&#8217;s on the keto-alkaline diet food list?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make the alkaline diet keto-friendly, you need to avoid all high-carb fruits, starchy vegetables, legumes, and grains. You&#8217;ll also need to limit your intake of moderate-carb vegetables. This may be a difficult combination.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_on_the_alkaline_diet_cancer_food_list\"><\/span><strong>What&#8217;s on the alkaline diet cancer food list?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to the nutrient-rich and anti-inflammatory properties of many plant-based foods, including those on the alkaline diet or any diet may help lower cancer risk (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5411786\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some of the best cancer-fighting foods are said to include cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, kale), garlic, ginger, turmeric, and tomatoes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Alkaline_Diet_Food_List_\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The alkaline diet is a nutritional approach that focuses on eating foods that are rich in nutrients and low in acidity. This diet encourages plant-based foods and limits animal products, which may have many potential health benefits, including weight loss and a lower risk of chronic diseases. There is no scientific evidence to support the claims that the alkaline diet can change your body&#8217;s pH levels and it doesn\u2019t make sense physiologically as your body tightly controls this, regardless of what you eat. However, eating more plant-based foods, particularly fruits and vegetables, is generally considered healthy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The stomach has a naturally acidic environment. This is necessary for breaking down food and protecting against harmful bacteria. However, the acidity levels in the stomach can sometimes become imbalanced, leading to problems such as heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux. 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