Do you know what pH is and how it affects your body?

At some point, we have all heard the term balanced pH; even many of the beauty and personal hygiene products we use daily mention it as one of their qualities. However, little is known about its importance and effects on the body. Defining pH is the first step to understanding how it works. The abbreviation stands for Potential of Hydrogen, a parameter that measures the degree of acidity or alkalinity of substances, generally liquids. Through a scale of 14 units, it determines if a solution is neutral when the value is 7, acidic if it is lower, and basic or alkaline if it is higher. Maintaining the pH limit in bodily fluids (saliva, urine, blood) is essential for the proper functioning of our organs. The human body naturally regulates the levels of acidity or alkalinity through 3 pathways: respiration, kidneys, and diet. Thus, if we have a diet high in acids, it is impossible to eliminate waste at 100%; this waste deposit is related to the accumulation of fat tissue, diseases, and infections. The imbalance of pH in the body is due to various factors, the most important being poor nutrition. The fast-paced lifestyle and limited options lead us to excessive consumption of meats, grains, refined sugars, and chemical products, foods that raise the level of acidity in the organs. In the face of high acidification, the body will try to balance itself and will take alkaline minerals from the reserves contained in the blood, muscles, bones, and cartilage. This deficiency can weaken the immune system, promote the development of degenerative diseases, and cause premature aging. To achieve the perfect balance, it is advisable to prefer groups of alkaline foods like vegetables, fruits, herbs, and green leaves. There are also natural products that contribute to the balance of pH in the body. **With information from Nature’s Sunshine See original article. Recommended notes Essential oils in a BB Cream What happens to your skin during pregnancy? How much does our skin age in 1 day?