Last edited: May 1, 2012
Added more books: August 22, 2012
Regarding the April 9th show, I was surprised that the Doctor’s only spoke about this for 5 minutes, didn’t have an expert to explain things better, and discounted this as a “fad.” I have found that by cutting back on processed, sugary “acid” foods and increasing my alkaline veggie intake, I’ve never felt better, have more energy and less sickness. It’s a way of life, not a fad. It’s a way to explain to people like me who didn’t want to eat their vegetables the “WHY—” why I should eat more veggies and less junk—better immunity, more energy, less pain, longevity! That got me eating my veggies! (Maybe they are discounting it as "just a fad" because they will be out of a job if everyone followed this!)
It is not a fad. There is some truth to pH balance. Please, if you are reading this, research an unbiased, reliable website. They will tell you that most Americans eat too many acidic foods, which causes an acidic pH—your body will go to any length to normalize your blood’s pH, even taking calcium, magnesium, potassium, from your BONES, organs, soft tissues. THAT is why when The Doctor’s said there is no evidence with testing blood, of course your blood will have a normal pH, your BODY does the work to normalize it…at the detriment of your bones and organs. Please read up on osteoporosis, acid/alkaline foods. Now maybe going all out and eating 100% alkaline can be considered faddish, but reasonable experts say 60-80% alkaline. I’m just surprised the Doctor’s brushed over it.
By the way, lemons, limes, grapefruit have citric acid, it’s true, but they are alkalizing when ingested, alkalizing your blood! And although I don’t test my pH (I’ve just gone on how I FEEL) all books that I have read state to use a urine strip for better accuracy. (This is regarding the Doctor's using a saliva strip on their tongue and a saliva strip directly on the citrus fruit, saying, "See, they say citrus is alkaline, but look, it's showing acidic..."!)
Now in Dr. Travis' defense, he did say, "Go ahead and eat more alkaline foods if that's what you want to do, you'll probably live longer, but don't go crazy...or don't worry about the acidic foods..." I'm paraphrasing...
So if you want to incorporate more alkaline foods...
Eat more almonds, avocados, coconut (meat and water), all veggies especially greens and cucumbers and celery (starchy ones, not so much), tomatoes, olive oil, flaxseed oil, coconut oil, beans (edemame and green beans especially), citrus fruits (add lemon or lime to your water), green tea...
and then...
Eat less (or cut out) fast food, processed food, breads and excess grains, meat, dairy (be sure to get calium through other foods if you cut out fully), sugar, alcohol, coffee, black tea, etc.
You can find acid/alkaline food lists, just search online.
It just makes sense to me!
Do THESE look like FAD books? They all talk of the IMPORTANCE OF ALKALINE FOODS:
Politically Incorrect Nutrition by Michael Barbee, C.D.C
A Survivor's Guide to Kicking Cancer's A** by Dena Mendes
Never Fear Cancer Again by Raymond Francis, M. Sc. (Also the author of Never Be Sick Again)
Your Bones by Lara Pizzorno
Fear Cancer No More by Mauris L. Emeka
Germs, Biological Warfare, Vaccinations: What You Need to Know by Gary Null, Ph.D.
The Secrets of People Who Never Get Sick by Gene Stone (He was on The Doctor's, but they didn't talk about the chapter on Alkaline foods.)
The Paleo Diet by Loren Cordain (This is how our caveman ancestors ate, although I don't agree with eating meat!)
Thrive: The Vegan Nutrition Guide to Optimal Performance in Sports and Life by Brendan Braizer
Thrive Foods: 200 Plant-Based Recipes for Peak Health by Brendan Braizer
I found the link to the segment. There's no mention of the importance of maintaining a proper pH balance, the dangers of acidosis, which is a condition where your body is too acidic, or the importance of alkaline foods when it comes to preventing osteoporosis or cancer. I think they missed a big chance of sharing things that could actually educate people: http://www.thedoctorstv.com/videolib/init/6487
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Here's an example of a reliable source, where the author mentions in a few pages the importance of alkaline foods as part of preventing osteoporosis:
http://www.amazon.com/Your-Bones-Prevent-Osteoporosis-Naturally/dp/1607660075/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334170669&sr=8-1
I have no ties to this book! You can check it out at the library for free!
Hi there, I'm so glad you mentioned this. Even though I didn't see that broadcast I know exactly what you mean. The willfull ignorance concerning acid foods and alkaline foods to strange. Open minded doctors and nutritionists should be willing to explore better ways of eating and health. Alkaline foods are nothing new. Acid foods are nothing new. We just need to know how to balance it in your diets. There many biased websites out there on this topics and many critics. I live the health alkaline lifestyle and I have more energy and am more alert in my thinking. Any one who wants to know more about this can check out http://www.healthalkaline.com, they have several cookbooks and many free articles.
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Hi brimel...I learned about the basics of proper pH balance just 3 short months ago (even though the scientific concept has been around for ages). Since then, I've made the switch from black tea to green tea, added way more veggies to my daily diet (I can confidently say I am eating 6-8 servings a day!) and cut out sugar (except for little bit of fruit daily, plus sugar in reduced-sugar jams and ketchup). To be exact, I cut out sugary cereal (which I lived on), candy bars, cookies, ice cream. I replaced those with organic carrots and other veggies, date and nut bars, coconut water, etc. I never thought that I could say that I don't crave sweets, this coming from a (now former) sugar addict!!!
I saw my chiropractor recently and mentioned to her what I am doing (I know she's a big health buff) because I'm always looking for ways to reduce my pain, and she knew exactly what I was saying. She said eating more alkaline foods reduces inflammation, and she asked me how I was doing. I told her that I haven't felt the pain reduction that much, maybe only a little so far, but the first thing I noticed was that I had ENERGY! A wonderful, boundless, natural energy that lasted all day...I didn't need naps anymore, I woke up in the morning feeling refreshed, not sluggish like I usually did, and I didn't need a sugary snack for that sugar rush we all seem to be dependent on. It's like I have the energy I had when I was a kid!
Also want to add that I too, am more alert in my thinking...and my skin is looking better than ever! I think it not only has to do with adding more alkaline foods, but also more antioxidants as well...plus eliminating "evil" sugar!
Thanks for adding the site. Here's a couple more:
The below two are from http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/ Scroll down a bit to see "10 ESSENTIAL POSTS...here are the links to 2 of them:
http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2006/03/25/acid-alkaline-balance-is-it-really-that-hard-to-achieve/
http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2006/07/25/12-reasons-to-avoid-acids-and-stay-alkaline/
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Agree with TheDoctorsBoard2 moderator. I'm just a layperson, not an expert...my doctor knows all medications and supplements I am taking, plus foods I am including in my daily diet and I see him every year for a full blood test so he can keep a close eye on my iron, calcium, and electrolyte levels as well as thyroid, glucose, and cholesterol levels (and whatever else it is they check!). I suggest everyone do the same!
I just wrote my first blog on this, I tried to touch on some important basis, the show mised some very important detail.
http://www.thedoctorstv.com/Driftking/posts/14537-Alkaline-surprise
Hey Driftking, I just added 4 more books that talk about the importance of alkaline foods, check them out!
Hi I agree with all your comments. I do not believe this is a fad diet. I have been eating alkaline for three years and I actually reversed my osteoporosis without the use of drugs. I eat a 80 percent alkaline diet with 20 percent of acidic foods at each meal. This is a way of eating that anyone can learn to do. I post alka
Ine recipes on my blog at cookalkaline.com.
Cookalkaline, thanks for your comments on my blogs, it means a lot to know that there are others out there who are following this "diet" (hate to use that word, maybe I should just say "lifestyle") and to see that it actually works!
P.S. I'm going to try cooking my own garbanzo beans from scratch, thanks to your website! I've always seen the bag of uncooked garbanzo beans staring at me as I go through the soup and bean aisle at Whole Foods Market, and I've been too scared to pick them up!
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