 Testing the pH levels of your saliva is an effective way to measure the activity of the digestive enzymes throughout your body, especially those in the liver and stomach. Testing these pH levels will show how enzymes are flowing in your body and what affect they are having on your body systems and tissues. Most physicians agree that a healthy salivary pH balance should remain between 6.4 and 6.8. A reading lower than 6.4 would be considered acidic.
pH stands for "potential of hydrogen" and is a scale that measures the acidity or alkalinity of a certain solution. The scale ranges from 0 to 14, meaning a neutral reading would be 7. Your body constantly strives to normalize its pH levels; however, certain foods can throw it off balance, along with other factors.
Some foods that are highly acidic include:
- Chocolate
- Peanuts
- Blueberries
- Wheat
- Beef
- Shellfish
Some foods that are highly alkaline are:
- Lemons
- Asparagus
- Onions
- Olive oil
- Spinach
- Garlic
Striking a balance between these acidic and alkaline foods is essential to assist our bodies in maintaining a healthy pH level. One of the ways we can monitor our pH level is by testing our saliva. It is important to monitor and keep your body pH in balance in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle and prevent illness due to poor nutrition. |
