acidosis

Hyperacidity does not mean acid reflux or heartburn, but too much acid in the blood. The human organism constantly needs energy. He wins these from the food. Fats, carbohydrates and proteins play an important role in energy production. Also involved is the oxygen that we inhale. The process of energy production is a combustion process, which also produces metabolic end products. These are substances that the body does not need and therefore must be excreted. Excretory organs in this case are kidney, intestine, skin and the lungs. Many of these waste products are sour. To be able to withdraw them, they must be neutralized beforehand.

It is vital that the hydrogen ion concentration, that is, the acidity characterized by the pH, does not deviate. The body therefore has various mechanisms to counteract hyperacidity. The regulation takes place by buffering, by the kidney activity and the tasks of the lung. This happens once by buffering the acids in the blood, by basic minerals. In the stomach bicarbonate is formed, is bound to the acid. The kidney releases the bicarbonate out of the compound and returns it to the body. The acid is excreted. Likewise, the lungs are involved in the regulatory mechanism. There, acids are released with the exhaled air.

Both acid and alkaline minerals are present in the body to balance alkalies and acids. Acid minerals are sulfur, phosphorus, chlorine, fluorine, iodine and silicon. Basic minerals include sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron. These basic minerals are also referred to as deacidification minerals. They are components of a natural diet and must be present in every cell as they are needed for the neutralization of acids. Acidification removes minerals from the body, such as acid rain on the ground. This slowly causes leaching of the body and the mineral content decreases steadily.

Complaints of hyperacidity

Acidification leads, over time, not overnight, to exhaustion of the buffering capacity of the blood. This results in metabolic disorders and various complaints to manifest diseases.

symptoms:
Pale complexion
Sensitive eyes
Dry eyes, inflammation of the eyes
fatigue
Polyps (mucosal growths)
Enlarged almonds
Delicate teeth
sensitive gums
Gingivitis
Angle of the mouth (tears in the corners of the mouth)
lack of drive
Headache without apparent cause
indigestion
nausea
susceptibility to infection
Disorders in the musculoskeletal system
tension
anorexia
Shattering nails
hair loss
General malaise
gallstones
intestinal cramps
irritable bladder
Kidney and bladder stones
osteoporosis
Delayed wound healing
Myogeloses (muscle hardening)
Dry skin
athlete's foot
insomnia

Organs become sour

During hyperacidity, the blood pH is normally within the normal range. The buffer capacity of the blood decreases slowly. But to keep the blood pH constant, basic substances are removed from the tissue. So even the calcium is taken from the bones to serve as a buffer. The metabolism takes place more and more under difficult conditions. These include, above all, organs such as kidneys, liver, skin and intestines.

Each organ responds differently to hyperacidity. Descale the bones, causing a so-called osteoporosis. In the musculature hardening, so-called myogelosis, which can be very painful. The heart develops arrhythmias and caries develops in the acidic oral flora. In organs such as kidneys and bile stones can form.

How acidification develops

Acidification begins slowly, initially without any symptoms. A diet with too much animal protein, sugar, saturated fat and alcohol is the main cause. Added to this are environmental toxins, competitive sports, medicines, nicotine and stress. Too little exercise, too little fresh air and a lack of fluid, in the form of pure water, can also lead to hyperacidity. A disturbed intestinal flora is unable to absorb minerals from the diet. This results in a mineral deficiency. This also affects the acid-base balance and can cause an excess of acid. If too much acid is accumulating in the body and if the ability to buffer it is eliminated, the acids are stored in various tissues and the metabolism is massively obstructed. This leads to the most diverse complaints.

Therapy in hyperacidity

In the first place to avoid hyperacidity is the diet. In daily nutrition, the ratio of bases to acids should be three to one, or preferably four to one. Animal proteins, contained in dairy products, meat, sausage, and fish become acidic, metabolized. On the other hand, vegetables and fruits contribute to a basic diet. For example, an excess of 200 grams of beef requires 250 grams of kohlrabi or 400 grams of cauliflower for neutralization. An abundant supply of liquid, in the form of non-carbonated water, also controls the hyperacidity.

Many spices have a high alkaline effect such as cinnamon, bay leaves, poppy seeds, white pepper, vanilla, marjoram, dill, onion, white mustard, cumin, black mustard, black pepper and paprika. This list is sorted by basic impact degree, starting with the spice that has the highest base share. Dry brushes, sodium bicarbonate base baths and weekly sauna sessions help the body release acids. Also, a variety of base powders and base tablets are offered commercially. Hereby bases are supplied orally, which should help to buffer the acids in the body. However, these are not for permanent medication. More important here is a consistent change in diet, which can be supported at the outset with base preparations.
A cure with bread drink acts likewise against the hyperacidity. Although bread drink tastes sour, but is metabolized in the body basic, and also acts through its content of lactic acid bacteria extremely well on the intestinal flora. (See: Basic foods)

In addition to a healthy diet that is low in animal protein, Schüssler Salt Therapy can also help with hyperacidity. Base blends complete the whole thing. These include, for example, fennel, anise, cumin, coriander, raspberry leaves, dandelion and nettle. The daily enrichment of the food with bitter substances is recommended for a disturbance of the acid-base balance. Bitter substances are found in bitter vegetables such as chicory, rocket, endive and dandelion. The daily enjoyment of green tea or rooibos tea contributes to the recovery. (Susanne C. Waschke, alternative practitioner)