How to measure the pH of the body

The term pH refers to the balance of a substance of alkalinity and acidity. When it comes to the body's pH level, where it is in any direction, it can have negative consequences on your health. You can measure the pH of your body using basic pH test strips, to get an idea of ​​how you are currently or to know if you need to make changes in your body.

You will need to:
  • Test pH strips
  • Plastic spoon
Steps to follow:

one

Buy pH strips to analyze levels with saliva. Avoid eating or drinking before using the bands and do not brush your teeth 30 minutes before the test. Swallow a couple of times to remove saliva from the mouth. This also promotes the production of new saliva. Spit in the plastic spoon.

two

Dip a test strip into the saliva. Remove the test strip and wait for the color to change. Compare the color of the test strip, in the table included in the package. An idel range is between 6.8 and 7.2. Keep the test chart for a couple of weeks to determine the pH level of your body .

3

Another very simple method to know the pH is with the urine, it is enough to put in a container the second urine in the morning (the first is very acidic, we must discard it) and support pH indicator paper (it is possible to obtain it in large pharmacies or places where laboratory products are sold). The ideal pH of the human being is between 7.35 and 7.5. If this value is lower, you are "acid" and you will have to change your habits to become more "alkaline".

4

Once you know your pH, let me tell you what the beginning is, since this value changes frequently. Your body is becoming acid for many reasons, but the main ones are:

  • To live a sedentary lifestyle.
  • A diet without consumption of raw vegetables or fruits.
  • A diet rich in starches, fats, sugars and / or processed foods.
  • Lack of aerobic exercise.
  • Lead a stressful life

5

When we have the pH tending to acid, our body will let us know in many ways, the most common are to suffer nervousness, be irritable, have leg or arm pain, suffer migraines, have discomfort in the digestive tract, emanate an acid sweat, easy to get fungus (athlete's foot) and even suffer from insomnia. That is why the best for your health is that the pH level is as alkaline as possible, for this you must follow these tips:

  • Add more raw vegetables in your diet (at least 3 servings per day).
  • Drink water, at least 2 liters per day (preferably distilled).
  • Exercise at least 3 times a week.
  • Avoid drinks with alcohol.
  • Avoid regular soda consumption, such as Coca Cola.
  • Consume less foods based on white flours and sugars.
  • Avoid stress, you can learn to relax.

Going "alkaline" is very simple, and it's worth it.