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Water is chemically the simplest, yet most invaluable nutrient in the body. You can survive without food temporarily, maybe even up to as much as 8 weeks in some cases, but only 2-5 days on average without water. This is of course contingent on the temperature and your health status. Roughly 70% of the...

Choosing grass-fed organic meats as opposed to their conventional counterparts should be of MAJOR concern for many reasons! Conventional farmers feed their animals a soy-grain centered diet. Organic, non-pastured animals can also be fed grains and soy, but their feed is organic non-GMO which makes a...

There are MANY reasons why one should choose organic products over conventional! Conventional and commercial growers and herders perform practices that have a multi-layer NEGATIVE impact on the environment. The purpose of conventional farming is to mass-produce and create the longest shelf life possible...

Yes, alkalizing foods are primordial for optimal wellness, but don’t get it twisted. It is not recommended that the types of foods you consume be solely influenced by a pH based food chart. Many people are misled into believing that alkaline foods are good and acid foods are bad. Although these charts...

Determining the pH of any particular food or beverage is not so cut and dry, or one size or variety fits all, as most pH charts out there would have you believe. There are many variables to consider like food preparation, quality, quantity, origin, mind-set, metabolism, HCL production, microbiome pH,...

So, what does pH have to do with what I put in my mouth? Scientifically speaking, after you eat or drink something, a residue is left in the body, which can be more acidic or more alkaline forming. Alkaline-forming foods contain more alkaline minerals and less protein. They stimulate the production...

Once the body is cleansed properly, and elimination organs are clear, you can better absorb the food you eat. Healthy foods are now much more palatable. At this time, your diet can be consciously examined and fine-tuned. Remember, the foods you put in your body can act as the BEST medicine or the WORST...

DETOXIFYING  or cleansing the body of accumulated toxins is far from a new concept. There is significant anthropological evidence throughout history confirming that different cultures have implemented body cleansing practices through the consumption of various herbs and detoxifying foods and fasting,...

Now that you know the many negative ramifications that pH imbalances and inflammation can have on the body, I’m sure you’re exited to learn how to keep pH levels in check. Here are certain prerequisites that work in unity to balance pH levels: Implement daily detoxification practices, as well...

MAINTAINING MICROBIOME BALANCE ALONE ENUNCIATES THE DIRE IMPORTANCE OF pH pH balance is without question of EXTREME importance for overall health and wellness to be possible! It’s not about being slightly alkaline in every area of the body to maintain this balance, as some may be falsely led to believe....

Besides well backed scientific theories and studies supporting acid/alkaline balance, there is plenty of anecdotal evidence from individual success stories, as well as those from nutritionists, holistic practitioners, and famous doctors that utilize this method to monitor their patient’s health status....

The availability of qualitative (exploring reasons, opinions, ideas, hypothesis), and quantitative (using data to generate statistics using variables to identify patterns) research into the direct effect internal and external stimuli have on human pH bio-chemistry in relation to disease is accumulating,...

When the blood becomes "saturated" with metabolic acids beyond the buffer system’s ability to eliminate, along with chronic inflammation, excess acids get deposited or stored in your fat cells, tissues, joints, and organs (like kidney, gallbladder, liver), arterial walls, and blood vessels, etc. In...

GOUT is a serious warning sign, not just a little acid buildup in the joints and extremities! Conventional physicians may not be aware of the real dangers of accumulating acid waste, but ironically, they do recognize the condition known as gout. It is highly logical to assume that this acid buildup...

Uric acid is a normal by-product of metabolism, and like other compounds and systems in the body, needs to be in balance. Even though excessive uric acid is a MAJOR risk factor for the development of gouty arthritis, hypertension, insulin resistance, stones, arteriosclerosis, diabetes, cancer, and just...

Accumulated acid waste and inflammation are almost ALWAYS implicated as the cause or catalyst of the onset of disease, as well as the accelerator and the result of disease progression! That being said, excessive acid production in the body is a symptom of poor diet and lifestyle choices, in conjunction...

Acidosis can disrupt all cell functioning and cell sensitivity to insulin. Every cell in the body is surrounded by a fatty membrane that protects it from the surrounding extra cellular fluid. This fatty membrane is greatly involved in cellular respiration, allowing for nutrients and oxygen to enter the...

When insulin resistance is left unchecked, numerous organs and body systems can become distressed. One of them is the liver, a critical organ for survival and one directly related to the digestive process. The liver is also programmed to release glucose when insulin is not present, to feed some of the...

Insulin resistance takes place when the body produces insulin, but cannot use it efficiently. Muscle, liver, and/or fat cells don’t respond properly to insulin and have problems absorbing glucose from the bloodstream, causing glucose to build up in the bloodstream instead of being absorbed into the...

Obesity is a medical condition where there is an excessive accumulation of body fat, generally a BMI over 30. Nowadays, we are facing an obesity epidemic. In the US, obesity is rising at an alarming and continually escalating rate. Most disturbingly, more than 2/3 of American adults are overweight! According...

Arthritis is a joint disorder that involves the inflammation of one or more joints, accompanied by pain, stiffness, and swelling. Chronic inflammation, joint damage, loss of cartilage, and problems with synovial membranes become an issue as the condition progresses. There are over 100 different forms...

Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by porous and fragile bones resulting from the displacement of minerals like calcium and magnesium from the bone framework. Even though bone growth slows substantially after puberty, bones are continuously being broken down and replaced.  The reconstructive half-life...

The Gerson Institute is a non-profit organization located in San Diego, California, dedicated to providing education and training in the Gerson Therapy, an alternative, non-toxic treatment for cancer and other chronic degenerative diseases. Dr. Max Gerson’s daughter, Charlotte Gerson, founded the Gerson...

A whole-foods, pH balancing, anti-inflammatory diet (rich in vegetables, greens, and some fruits), high quality supplementation, detoxification, and emotional/spiritual balance are key to preventing and curing diseases like cancer. As you know, cancer cells thrive in low oxygen, acidic environments....

The foundation of the allopathic cancer industry and modern medicine as we know it was built on GREED, CORRUPTION, AND LIES. Focusing solely on patenting drugs and surgery to accumulate profits over the well-being of the patient, the conventional mafia then did whatever they could to eliminate natural...

In 1964 only 1 in 214 developed cancer. Despite the fact that trillions of dollars have been dumped into cancer research, these figures have risen exponentially! Cancer is certainly on the rise these days with 1 out of 2 men and 2 out of 3 women developing the disease in their lifetime. Almost 600,000...

The determining factor separating health from disease can be measured by pH. Elongated disruption, absence, or deviation from normal pH levels in the body greatly increases the probability of disease manifestation! In today’s exceptionally toxic world, the most common interference with this balance...

The reproductive glands consist of the testes in males and the ovaries in females. They are the primary source of sex hormones. The ovary is an ovum-producing reproductive organ found in pairs in the female reproductive system. Ovaries in women are analogous to testes in males—they are both gonads...

The pineal gland, a small endocrine gland in the vertebrate brain, is often referred to as the 3rd eye, as it somewhat resembles the human retina. In many spiritual traditions, the 3rd eye or “sixth sense” represents truth or enlightenment. In Hinduism, a red dot (tilak) in the middle of the forehead...

The thyroid gland plays a major role in regulating the rate and intensity of the body's metabolism or energy production and monitors calcium levels in the blood. The pituitary gland acts like a thermostat regulator for the thyroid's hormone burning furnace. The thyroid produces the hormones thyroxine...

The endocrine system is composed of an array of glands that release vital chemicals or hormones into the bloodstream. This system basically consists of the adrenal gland, pituitary gland, pineal gland, reproductive glands, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, and the pancreas, all working in accompaniment...

The musculoskeletal system is also known as the “locomotor” system, consisting of both the skeletal and muscular systems. The skeletal system is made up of the skeleton (of course), which makes up the body’s bones and teeth. The muscular system involves the muscles, cartilage, ligaments, tendons,...

The nervous system encompasses the central nervous system (CNS), including the brain and spinal cord, as well as the peripheral nervous system, which contains nerves that connect the CNS to all other parts of the body. The nervous system’s job is to communicate with other systems in the body, coordinate...

The skin is the largest organ in the body and protects the muscles, bones, ligaments, and internal organs. The skin has many important roles, and one of the most significant is keeping its pH in the appropriate balance. The skin should maintain a slightly acidic pH of around 5 or so in an effort to protect...

The urinary or renal system is in charge of producing, storing, and disposing of urine. This system consists of 2 kidneys, 2 ureters, the bladder, and the urethra. The kidneys form the urine by filtering the blood. Then the urine gets stored in the bladder after it passes through the ureters. Healthy...

The primary organs of the respiratory system are the lungs. The exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen in the respiratory system occurs in the alveoli of the lungs. Their job is to take in oxygen and eliminate carbon dioxide as we breathe. Red blood cells receive oxygen from the lungs and transport it...

The circulatory system is comprised of both the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. They work in unison with each other. One of their conjunctive functions is the elimination of acidic waste and toxins. The cardiovascular system is comprised of the heart, blood vessels, and blood (around 5 liters)....

Keeping the gastrointestinal tract clean, balanced, and functioning optimally should be of primary concern for anyone looking to optimize their health. Few people are aware that intestinal microbes are responsible for approximately 70% of your immune health. The human body houses anywhere from 10-70...

Most people don’t realize the vital role that stomach acid (HCL) plays in digestion and overall health! Produced by the parietal cells lining the stomach, HCL is one of the main components of the stomach’s gastric juices. HCL is essential for maintaining the alkaline/acid balance needed during this...

An optimally functioning digestive system is INDISPENSABLE when it comes to maintaining balanced pH levels and overall health. A healthy digestive system breaks down food and makes nutrients available to the body for growth, healing, and everyday functioning, while eliminating waste. When this life-giving...

As you have probably learned by now, acid/alkaline levels vary in different parts of the body and fluids, with the ideal total ratio slightly favoring the alkaline side when in balance, reflecting a blood pH of 7.365-7.45. The interstitial fluids and lymph should be on the alkaline side as well, but...

ALWAYS pay close attention to the messages your body gives you! Are you suffering from any one or more of the symptoms listed in Do I need a Cleanse or Signs of Low Grade Chronic Acidosis section? If so, then your pH is off, and the imbalance needs to be addressed in a timely manner. As mentioned previously,...

When you continue to add to your toxic load and neglect to provide your body with what it requires to remain in a state of homeostasis, you will eventually become ill. The same holds true for planet Earth. When industrial pollution disrupts the harmony and balance of nature, there are consequences! I’m...

Now that you have learned the origin or etymology behind the body becoming overly acidic and inflamed, it is important to recognize how these adversities materialize. As mentioned many times previously, maintaining balanced pH levels throughout the body is essential when trying to achieve the best overall...

Since the indoctrination of Western medicine several decades ago, medical science teaches that disease and symptoms are intertwined and that killing the symptoms with harmful drugs potentially subdues the disease. This type of backwards thinking can produce anywhere from minor to DEVASTATING results...

Besides toxic exposure through air, water and food, many people are DIRECTLY affected and often harmed unknowingly by the use of toxic commercial cosmetics and personal care products. Everybody has access to them over the counter, and most consumers are exposed to these products on a continual basis...

The damaging effects of most ingredients in commercial cosmetics and body care products are wide-ranged! Some of these products are either too alkaline or too acidic, upsetting the pH balance of your skin, leaving you more vulnerable to bacteria and toxins. These toxic additives can penetrate your skin...

Another set of toxic compounds prevalent in modern day society are certain HEAVY METALS. Some are already naturally present in the body and required in certain quantities. Zinc, chromium, and copper are heavy metals that can be deadly at high levels, but these elements are vital to support human life...

The pituitary gland is often referred to as the "Master Gland." This pea sized gland directs other organs and endocrine glands, such as the reproductive organs and adrenals, to suppress or release hormones to maintain balance. The pituitary gland is governed by the hypothalamus, which is the part of...

In today’s heavily industrialized world toxins are unavoidable. Every day you are being bombarded by tens of thousands of toxic chemicals, in your homes, jobs, the food you eat, the water you drink and bathe in, and even the air you breathe. Here are a few startling statistics: Up to 100,000 chemicals...

The management of physical, chemical, and emotional stress is of vital importance for keeping pH levels in check, and thus, overall health! Stress is a normal reaction of the body that alerts you to danger. Like when your neighbor’s aggressive pit bull escapes from their yard and charges in your direction....

A sedentary lifestyle can be defined as a lifestyle represented by a low level of physical activity. Over the course of the years, industrialization and technological advances have had a noticeably negative influence on people’s activity levels. Nowadays, the survival prerequisites that primitive...

In the present era, high levels of toxins are prevalent in most edibles. Many toxic substances are found in most conventionally grown fruits, vegetables, with even higher levels in conventional meat and commercial dairy. Processed foods of CONVENIENCE are even far worse.  Besides the pesticides, hormones,...

The old axiom “we dig our graves with our teeth” couldn’t be further from the truth! The modern western diet differs tremendously from that of our ancestors. Following the industrial revolution and through the use of new agricultural techniques, the foods consumed in the average everyday diet in...

By now everyone has at least seen the term “free radical” mentioned in an article or overheard some advertiser trying to sell you a supplement that neutralizes these free radicals responsible for the chronic inflammatory pain and destruction that ages you much faster! By definition free radicals...

There are MANY factors involved that steer people’s bodies to move towards the acidic side. Unfortunately, in this day and age, the human body is exposed to a vast array of extremely high levels of environmental toxins, and that is not an exaggeration. People’s diets are full of nutrient deficient,...

Dr. Linus Pauling, winner of two Nobel Prizes, stated, "You can trace every sickness, every disease, and every ailment, to a mineral deficiency." While this may be an oversimplification of the cause of disease, it is a considerable underlying factor at the very least, just like both pH imbalances and...

A fairly large percentage of the diets and lifestyles in industrialized nations, like the US in particular, tend to be acidogenic. This means a typical diet is high in acid forming animal protein, refined grains, sugar, and iodized table salt, low in alkaline forming fruits and vegetables, and lifestyles...

Just like you and I need to take in oxygen and ingest food to survive, your cells also need to resperate and require nutrients from the food you eat to endure. Normal cellular respiration is a metabolic process that takes place mostly in the Mitochondria. The mitochondria are the powerhouses or “furnaces”...

ELECTROLYTES, CELLULAR VOLTAGE, AND pH! The major minerals that are in charge of maintaining the critical pH balance of our body systems, which are of vital importance for life to exist, are known as electrolytes. Electrolytes, also called macro minerals, expedite the passage of fluid in and around...

The body is a wonderfully intricately efficient machine with backup systems to respond perfectly to each situation under the normal conditions it was designed for. When these systems are continuously overburdened with acidic stressful multitasking lifestyles, toxic thoughts, environmental carcinogens,...

At pH Focused, our main focal point is teaching you how to assist the body in preventing the development of disease that is instigated by and promotes low grade chronic metabolic acidosis (LGCMA) or “latent acidosis.” Compared with the rarer occurrences of clinical respiratory or metabolic acidosis,...

When pH levels become imbalanced for prolonged periods of time, your body's internal environment will become either too acidic or too alkaline. When the pH of the body is overly acidic, due primarily to poor dietary and lifestyle choices, the body creates an environment which is conducive to disease....

Extremely valid question, RIGHT?? Is pH balance a secret our doctors aren't telling us about, or are conventionally trained doctors seriously misinformed?  Once scientists became aware of the vital importance of stable body temperature and blood pressure they quickly invented medical instruments to...

Since the human body is comprised of up to 70% water, our cells are basically swimming in fluids. Our bodies resemble the ocean in that 75% of our internal fluids are very close biochemically to seawater. Before laying eyes on this world you were swimming in amniotic fluid in Mom’s belly like a gill...

Cells are the fundamental units of life involved in all processes in the body. The body exists, thrives, and perishes at the cellular level. There are up to 75 trillion cells in the body. Different parts of your body have distinct purposes requiring various PH levels to get their job done. These ideal...

pH is one of THE most powerful indicators of your body’s health status, just like your blood pressure and body temperature! The pH resembles a thermometer of sorts, indicating ups and downs in acid/alkaline content of the blood, body fluids, and organs. Unfortunately, your body does not necessarily...

The significance of maintaining balanced pH levels for disease prevention and optimal health is FAR from a new concept! As a matter of fact, medical textbooks have explored this area of physiology for more than a century now. The popular Textbook of Medical Physiology, written by Arthur C. Guyton specifically...

The term pH was first coined in 1909 by a Danish biochemist by the name of Soren Peter Lauritz Sorenson. pH stands for “potential hydrogen” or as we at pH Focused prefer to call it “Present Health.” Our health is a gift and pH represents a marker of your current health status. Essentially pH...