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Understanding Body pH and Disease

The Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast
The Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast
Episode • Dec 18, 2023 • 20m

Your body's pH level determines your risk for disease." In this enlightening episode, we explore the profound impact of body pH on health and disease prevention. Thanks to BURST for their support in bringing this crucial topic to light, underscoring the importance of oral health as a key to overall wellness. We'll dive into how lifestyle and environmental factors contribute to diseases like cancer and heart disease, and I'll also share insights from my blog and video on the role of probiotics in oral health, featuring specialized products from BURST and Bristle Health.

 

Key Takeaways:

 

-Body pH, a measure of acidity and alkalinity, plays a vital role in our overall health. Imbalances can lead to various health issues.

-Lifestyle and environmental factors significantly contribute to the risk of diseases, as acknowledged by the National Cancer Society.

-Our bodies constantly strive to maintain homeostasis, with pH balance being a critical aspect.

-Easily test your body's pH using over-the-counter pH test strips. Ideal cellular pH is around 7.4.

-A low, acidic pH creates an environment conducive to diseases like cancer.

-Food choices significantly affect our body's pH, with a balance of acidic and alkaline foods being ideal.

-Different types of rice have varying pH levels, influenced by factors like soil pH, cooking methods, and storage conditions.

-Incorporating more vegetables and alkaline-forming foods can help balance body pH.

-Contrary to assumption, ACV is alkaline-forming in the body and has several health benefits.

-Choosing the right supplements, such as calcium citrate and probiotics, can support pH balance and overall health.

-Consistently choosing a balanced diet and understanding the importance of a healthy mouth are key to preventing disease and maintaining health.

 

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