7 BEST Alkaline Foods You Must Have In Your Daily Diet

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An alkaline diet supports to enhance total well-being, shed excess fat, reduce inflammation and lower the risk of cancer.
Let’s take a look at some of the best alkaline foods

1. Green Leafy Vegetables

Most green leafy vegetables have an alkaline effect in our system. They contain essential minerals which are necessary for the body to carry out various functions. Try including spinach, lettuce, kale, celery, parsley and mustard greens in your meals.

2. Citrus Fruits

Contrary to the belief that citrus fruits are highly acidic and would have an acidic effect on the body, they are some of the best source of alkaline foods. Lemon, lime and oranges are loaded with Vitamin C and are known to help in detoxifying the system, including providing relief from acidity and heart burn.
3. Seaweed and Sea Salt

Did you know that seaweed or sea vegetables have 10-12 times more mineral content than those grown on land? They are also considered to be highly alkaline food sources and are known to bring about various benefits to the body system. You can add kelp into your bowl of soup or stir-fries. Or just sprinkle some sea salt into your salads & omelette.
4 Cauliflower/Broccoli
Cruciferous vegetables like cauliflower and broccoli are known to balance alkaline pH in the system. They contain immense amounts of vitamins A, C, k and folate and phytochemicals plant compounds that are valuable in lowering inflammation and avert the risk of cancer.

5. Root Vegetables

Root vegetables like sweet potato, lotus root, beets and carrots are great sources of alkali. They taste best when roasted with a little sprinkling of spices and other seasonings. Most often, they are overcooked which makes them lose out all their goodness. Pay attention while cooking and you will fall in love with root veggies.
6. Seasonal Fruits
Every nutritionist and health expert will tell you that adding seasonal fruits in your daily diet can prove to be beneficial to your health. They come packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that take care of various functions in the body. They are good alkaline food sources too, especially kiwi, pineapple, persimmon, nectarine, watermelon, grapefruit, apricots and apples.
7. Nuts

Love to munch on nuts when hunger pangs kick in? Besides being sources of good fats, they also produce an alkaline effect in the body. However, since they are high in calories, it is important to have limited quantities of nuts. Include cashews, chestnuts and almonds in your daily meal plan.
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