At normal conditions your blood should have a pH around 7.35-7.45, which is slightly alkaline. A pH of 7.0 is considered neutral and anything below this level is considered acidic. If your pH increases or decreases past the normal range, it can cause diseases or unpleasant symptoms including toxic overload, emotional stress, immune reactions and others. It’s important to avoid eating too man high acidic foods.
Effects of Eating Too Many High Acidic Foods
Consuming too many acidic foods can contribute to these difficulties:
- Dental Erosion. Studies have found that nearly a quarter of athletes have developed dental erosion due to their acidic diet. Drinking a large amount of fruit juice was found to increase this problem, while sports drinks were easier on the teeth by comparison.
- Bone Thinning. Studies indicate that eating a very acidic diet can contribute to bone thinning. Specifically, the study revealed that females who consumed an acidic diet were particularly prone to losing bone density as opposed to their male counterparts.
- Stomach Pain. Eating too many acidic foods can lead to stomach irritation or ulcers.
List of High Acidic Foods to Limit on
In general it is a good idea to avoid eating too many acidic foods to help ensure that your body’s pH remains where it should be. Eating more alkaline foods instead can help ensure that your body does not start to suffer the ill effects of these foods.
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Food Category |
Foods |
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Vegetables, Beans and Legumes |
Pinto beans, black beans, pickled vegetables, soy beans, navy beans, kidney beans, green peas, lentils, corn, asparagus, tomatoes, onions, olives, scallions, garlic, almond milk, rice milk and winter squash |
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Fruits |
Plums, prunes, canned fruit, strawberries, cranberries, grapefruit, oranges, blackberries, blueberries, apple cider and cherries |
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Cereals and Grains |
White grain, white rice, white bread, rye grain, amaranth, rice cakes, biscuits, pastry, buckwheat, quinoa, barley, macaroni, and pasta |
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Meats |
Veal, beef, canned tuna, shellfish, fish, sardines, pork, lamb, sausage, chicken, turkey lobster, mussels, organ meats and bacon |
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Dairy Products and Eggs |
Eggs, butter, Parmesan, hard cheese, processed cheeses, buttermilk, sour cream and yogurt |
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Nuts and Oils |
Cashews, peanuts, pecans, walnuts, canola oil, avocado oil, pistachios, olive oil, sunflower oil, sesame oil, lard, hemp seed oil, sunflower oil, and safflower oil |
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Drinks, Sweets and Others |
Liquor, black tea, wine, beer, coffee, distilled water, soda pop, milk chocolate, molasses, artificial sweeteners, mayonnaise, vinegar, jam, and mustard |
Watch a video for basic knowledge of acidic and alkaline foods: Healthy pH & Top 10 Alkaline & Acidic Foods.