In the search for causes of the development of acid overload, it is necessary to consider not only nutrition, but also respiration, as well as excretion:
- Lack of exercise in the fresh air hinders the optimal supply of oxygen.
- Lack of physical exertion in the fresh air prevents increased exhalation of acids and increased acid excretion through sweat.
- Insufficient hydration hinders optimal excretion through the kidney but also through the skin (sweating).
- A disturbed intestinal function or intestinal flora also affects the acid-base balance. Possibly occurring putrefaction products can e.g. also have an acidifying effect on the organism.
- Other negative influences on the acid-base balance have stress, inflammatory processes, as well as drugs, if they are converted into acids before excretion from the body.
Attention to acute hyperacidity!
To be clearly separated from the chronic hyperacidity triggered by the upper factors is the so-called acute hyperacidity (acidosis). This is triggered by serious diseases, such as diabetes, and must be treated by a doctor. People who have problems with nutrient absorption in the gastrointestinal tract, cell metabolism, respiration or excretion due to serious diseases should definitely consult a doctor or alternative practitioner regarding acidosis.
In the case of disorders of intestinal function or intestinal flora, a therapist should also be consulted to discuss the exact course of action. Regeneration of the intestinal flora and balancing of any disorders should go hand in hand with achieving acid-base balance.
- Too much acid-forming food (including meat, fish, sausage…).
- Too little base-forming food (including fruits, vegetables, potatoes…)
- Too little minerals (including whole grains, nuts, vegetables, fruit…)
- Too much stress
- Inflammatory processes
- Medication
- Too little exercise
- Too little fresh air
- Too little liquid
