Fruit has an alkalizing effect in the body. By far, raisins and dried figs lead the pH table; watermelon brings up the rear. Nuts, on the other hand, have an acidic effect. An exception, however, is the hazelnut, which also has an alkaline effect.
PH value table for fruits, nuts and fruits.
pH table for fruits, nuts, and fruits: estimated potential renal acid load (PRAL in mEq/100g) of 114 commonly consumed foods and beverages (based on 100 g). Modified from Remer and Manz, Journal of the American Dietetic Association 1995; 95:791-797.
Fruit and its pH values
| Fruit | pH value (PRAL value) | acidic / basic |
|---|---|---|
| Pineapple | -2,7 | B |
| Apples | -2,2 | B |
| Apricots | -4,8 | B |
| Bananas | -5,5 | B |
| Pears | -2,9 | B |
| Strawberries | -2,2 | B |
| Figs, dried | -18,1 | B |
| Grapefruit | -3,5 | B |
| Kiwi | -4,1 | B |
| Cherries | -3,6 | B |
| Mango | -3,3 | B |
| Oranges | -2,7 | B |
| Peaches | -2,4 | B |
| Raisins | -21,0 | B |
| Black currants | -6,5 | B |
| Watermelons | -1,9 | B |
| Grapes | -3,9 | B |
| Lemons | -2,6 | B |
For PRAL values of fruit juices, see our pH table for beverages.
PH values of nuts
| Nuts | pH value (PRAL value) | acidic / basic |
|---|---|---|
| Peanuts, untreated | 8,3 | S |
| Hazelnuts | -2,8 | B |
| Almonds | 4,3 | S |
| Pistachio | 8,5 | S |
| Walnuts | 6,8 | S |
