Alkalinity may not be what you think. To balance pH, you need to focus on a balanced diet of alkaline and good acidic foods. Many healthy and great foods such as blueberries, apple cider vinegar, sauerkraut and lemons are actually acidic.

Follow a nutrient-dense diet that is high in alkaline foods such as these:

1) Green Leafy Vegetables - chlorophyll helps to detox

2) Berries & Fruits - some are alkaline and some acidic but are nutrient-dense

3) Bone Broth - Amino acids and minerals from the bones are very alkaline - http://draxe.com/the-healing-power-of...

4) Spirulina and chlorella - add super greens powder to a smoothie

5) Herbs - cilantro, parsley, dill and basil - fresh or dried

6) Spiritual Triathlon - Getting your emotions in control can help your body stay alkaline

5 minutes - What are you grateful for in your life?

5 minutes - Read a devotion, Bible or personal growth book

5 minutes - Pray or meditate Draxe.com has more great articles on alkalinity as well as how to use food as medicine.

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