Have you ever wondered why some people are always full of energy, always on the go, don't need a lot of sleep and are rarely if ever sick. One reason may just be body chemistry. So, what is body chemistry and how do you measure and control it?

Is your system alkaline enough?
A slightly alkaline blood pH is essential to our existence and well being. Nearly all of our physiological functions, including immune system, cardiovascular and digestive functions including most of our enzyme and metabolic processes require that our bodily pH is slightly alkaline. Research has shown that people that the proper alkalinity are healthier and more energetic!

Is your system too acidic?
An overly acidic system could lead to symptoms like lack of energy, fatigue, digestive disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, allergies, respiratory ailments, depression, colds, flu and other chronic illness. Most Americans have poor diets consisting of foods that are highly acidic or result in acidic residues after digestion. Foods that are; processed, fried, high in sugar/animal proteins, antibiotics, hormones cause acidity. In addition to foods, stress, mental, physical and environmental can cause acidic reactions.

What foods are best?
You can easily control the acid/alkalinity component in diet by eating the proper foods. Fresh green vegetables, organic choices, fish and poultry instead of red meats, plant based proteins and whole grain products. Another solution is to use dietary supplements designed to increase alkalinity.

Take a Break-get healthy
Food/diet is only one component of wellness. Deep, controlled breathing and regular exercise greatly aids in oxygenating the blood, which promotes alkalinity. Meditation, relaxation and perception are also key ingredients in this process.