Balancing Your pH

pH is the measurement of resistance and indicates the speed of digestion and the creation of energy. It is written as a fraction. For example, a urine pH of 6.2 with a saliva pH of 5.5 is written as:

6.2 urine / 5.5 saliva

To balance the pH of the body, you must know 2 things:

1. what the pH numbers are

2. which foods you need to eat to bring both numbers to 6.4

If you're not familiar with pH, please refer to my blog post Reams Biological Theory of Ionization.

pH is tested using urine and saliva. The urine pH represents the lower digestion and the saliva pH represents the upper digestion. Testing is done using litmus paper. Here's what I use:

It's important to use a pH tester that includes the decimal point. pH is measured on a logarithmic scale. A pH of 5.0 is 10 to the 5th power. So, rather than 5.0 being only 2 points away from a pH of 7.0 it is actually 100 times more acidic than a pH of 7.0.

A pH of 7.0 is considered neutral BUT, to be in homeostasis, the pH needs to be slightly acidic at 6.4.

Testing Instructions

If you want to test your pH, testing should be done after lunch.

• Don't eat anything for 2 hours after lunch

• For the last 30 minutes:

  • don't drink anything

  • don't smoke

  • don't put anything in your mouth

  • don't put anything on your lips

pH Patterns

pH is assessed by patterns based on the acidity or alkalinity of the body. These patterns represent levels of healing. Pattern 1 is ideal while someone in pattern 5 may be having the most problems. Thankfully, by adding the correct vitamins and minerals through food and/or supplements, restoring health is very possible!

• Pattern 1-Ideal

  • Urine and saliva have a pH of 6.4. This pattern has the fewest problems and can receive maximum energy from food
    

• Pattern 2-Alkaline/Alkaline

  • Urine and saliva have a pH above 6.4

  • The digestive system is moving at a slow pace, which can lead to toxins being reabsorbed

  • The body becomes toxic as waste is reabsorbed into the bloodstream

  • It is the perfect environment for parasites, yeast, and bacteria to grow out of control

  • Females in this pattern may experience heavier periods and more cramping due to the reabsorbed toxins being deposited into the uterus

  • Skin problems, bad breath, and body odor are common in this pattern

  • A congested lymphatic system is likely; swelling in the extremities can become a problem

  • The congested liver may begin to cause lines and discoloration between the eyebrows and/or thick, dark, distended veins under the tongue

  • Back problems and curvature of the spine are common in this pattern

  • Constipation is common in this pattern

  • Sinus problems are common in this pattern
    

• Pattern 3-Acidic/Alkaline

  • Urine pH is below 6.4 and saliva pH is above 6.4

  • Upper digestion is running too slow while lower digestion is running too fast

  • The further apart the numbers are the more energy is lost; energy is not being fully extracted from the daily intake of food

  • Upper digestion is slow due to the acidic saliva so undigested food ends up in the large intestines; this can cause excessive bloating and gas

  • Food is sitting in the stomach for too long

  • Abdominal distention is common in this pattern

  • Joint and muscle problems are common in this pattern

  • Structural injuries are common in this pattern

  • Fatigue is common in this pattern

  • Lower digestion is moving too fast which results in low absorption of nutrients

  • Bowel movements may be regular but what is being eliminated is days old

  • Heartburn and regurgitation are common in this pattern

  • Reproductive issues are common in this pattern
    

• Pattern 4-Alkaline/Acidic

  • Upper digestion is running too fast while lower digestion is running too slow

  • Indigestion, heartburn, and regurgitation are common in this pattern

  • Anemia is common in this pattern

  • Smokers and coffee drinkers tend to have acidic saliva

  • Breathing issues are common in this pattern

  • Blood pressure problems are common in this pattern

  • Fragile blood vessels are common in this pattern

  • Leg cramps, aching bones, and aching extremities are common in this pattern

  • Alternating constipation and diarrhea are common in this pattern

  • The body's nutrients are being depleted
    

• Pattern 5-Acidic/Acidic

  • The upper and lower digestion are running too fast

  • This is called the "stress pattern"; it is often the result of extreme stress and is extremely stressful on the body

  • Inflammation in the digestive tract is common in this pattern

  • Because the upper and lower digestion are moving too fast, there's not enough time for food to be broken down, absorbed, or used by the body; this leads to malnourishment

  • Reserve energy, minerals, and other nutrients are being depleted

  • Feeling nervous, moody, and nervous fidgeting are common in this pattern

  • Anxiety and depression are common in this pattern

  • Colitis, IBS, Cronhn's, and lower abdominal pain are common in this pattern

  • Parasites flourish in this environment

  • In an effort to balance the pH, the body will begin to pull minerals from bones and teeth

  • Cardiovascular system and the urinary system are at risk of damage in this state

  • Early menopause is common in this pattern

While every number in the formula of RBTI {sugar, pH, salt, albumin, and ureas) is important, Dr. Reams always said, "Above all else, balance the pH." When digestion is running at the proper speed, food is broken down, absorbed, and used by the body to nourish, strengthen, and heal.

If you need help balancing your pH or would like to be tested, message me!