In today’s blog post, I want to take a moment to deflate a few of the widespread myths about the alkaline diet. Because it isn’t as well-known as certain other approaches, this diet has been the subject of quite a lot of misinformation. Luckily, the reality of this way of eating is considerably more appealing then you may have been led to believe.

The first myth is that in order to follow an alkaline diet, you have to abandon all acid-forming foods. The reality, however, is that the goal of this diet isn’t to go to an extreme, but rather to achieve an ideal balance between acidifying and alkaline-producing foods. Translation: Twenty to thirty-five percent of the foods you eat can still be acidifying.

The second myth about the alkaline diet is that it forces one to quit eating all animal products and become a vegan. There is a grain of truth to this myth, because it is true that you will have more success following an alkaline diet if you reduce your intake of meat and dairy products. These foods are packed with protein, which has an acid-forming effect on your body. But you still need some protein, which can come from either animal or vegetable sources. Provided that you exercise moderation, you don’t need to give up animal products altogether–unless you would like to, of course.

The third myth regarding the alkaline diet is that it’s just a dietetic fad. The truth is that scientific studies have verified the ability of alkaline foods to combat osteoporosis, preserve muscle strength in older adults, and more.

In conclusion, the alkaline diet has more benefits and fewer drawbacks than you may have been led to believe. The downside is minimal, so why not give the alkaline diet a try for a few weeks, and see what it can do for you?

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