Acidify, Don't Alkalize Your Body

Is it better to acidify or alkalize the body? Here’s what you need to know. 

Timestamps
0:00 Is it healthy to alkalize the body? 
0:25 Understanding the body’s pH 
3:35 What happens when you alkalize the body
4:38 Symptoms of low stomach acid 
5:10 Do I need to take an acidifier? 
6:16 Share your success story! 

I believe it’s better to acidify the body than to alkalize the body. Different parts of the body need different pH levels. The stomach is especially significant, and it should be extremely acidic. 

The stomach is the main organ at the beginning of the digestive cycle. If the stomach doesn’t work right, nothing else will work right with the cycle. There are various enzymes that are activated by pH. Enzymes, which help with your digestion, are controlled by an optimum pH. 

If you start to alkalize the body, you could create dysfunction throughout the entire digestive system. But, if you were to acidify the stomach, that may help you activate enzymes that help you break down proteins, which will give you a more complete digestive chain of events. 

Symptoms of low stomach acid: 
• Heartburn 
• Gas 
• Bloating 
• Food allergies 
• Mineral deficiency 
• Hair loss 
• GERD
• Gut infection  
• Anemia 
• Malabsorption 
• Decreased vitamin B12 
• Increased risk of stomach cancer 

To have a strong acid stomach, you don’t always need to take an acidifier. You often just need raw materials like chloride (sea salt), sodium, potassium, zinc, and iodine. But, many people see improvement from taking apple cider vinegar and hydrochloric acid to acidify the stomach. 

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand why it’s better to acidify the body than to alkalize the body.

[NorthPoleJeff]

I'm an old guy who has suffered with acid reflux to a point that I had major surgery and multiple other operations. I have taken all of these anti acids and pills that stop the acid buildup. With all of those pills and operations, my condition got worse and I suffered all kinds of problems. I found that a small amount of whiskey kills the infections in the esophagus and stomach and eating peppers eliminates the acid reflux. I now use no drugs and I suffer no stomach acid problems. I eat peppers every day and when I go several days without them, I end up with acid reflux. Everything that the doctors told me was absolutely wrong. The drugs cause tremendous other problems and just don't work. It's all in the diet. Don't listen to most doctors because they were taught how to administer drugs.

[bongwani]

Hi Dr. Berg, this is how I have benefited from your channel. In Dec 2020 I was diagnosed with diabetes 2 after being pre-diabetic for probably 2 decades. Around April, I watched one of your videos that promoted intermittent fasting. So I jumped on board. I began squeezing 3 meals / day into 10ish hours, but that was not satisfactory. After about 6 weeks of this, I dropped to 2 meals a day, plus I fast every Saturday. I alternate my first meal between fruits and veggies. My 2nd meal is eggs, avacado and protein. I love that you love eggs. About 6 weeks ago I was no longer diabetic (not even pre-diabetic!) and have dropped my blood sugar testing to once per month. The best 2 things I learnt from you was 1) insulin resistance and 2) intermittent fasting. (I have not spent time on keto yet). Doctors had an opportunity for 2 decades to offer me advice on preventing full blown diabetes. "Cut down on your sugar" is just not sufficient medical advice.

Thank you for your channel and your effort into passing along useful information. You have been more valuable to me than 20 years of doctors. And for every person that you have helped, and who leaves a comment, I am sure that there are hundreds and hundreds of other people that you have also helped but who have not left a comment. Thanks.

[connectingthedots]

Oh Lord! I feel like going for a vacation because my 1year if confusion has been solved in 6:30 secs. I feel like I can lecture a whole community after listening to this. My many questions and doubts have been resolved. Praise the Lord.🙏Our people will die for lack of knowledge. I will continue to tap into your cup of knowledge Dr berg. Thank you!

[reddawn]

This is a tricky one. I think balance is important. I beat cancer with tumeric, aloe, black seed oil, CBD oil etc, ACV, baking soda too and lots of green tea. I ate a balance of foods : cucumber avocado brown rice dark chocolate fish Turkey chicken and alcohol beverages on occasion. I just had a good balance of different foods. I think it varies for each person.

[mr.arshed]

This man has changed my life. Not only did I learn a lot about biochemistry, but literally taught me how to neutralize any negative effects caused by over eating (Yep, I'm a foodie). Thanks a lot Doc

[DrVKParmar]

I have been taking ACV for about 6 weeks now -I have experienced multiple health benefits. Loss of weight, less cravings, better digestion + better overall feeling!

[robbiekamble]

Apart from priceless knowledge He shares with us all, He never forgets to say, " Thanks for watching " in the end . THANKS FOR ALL YOUR EFFORTS YOU TAKE SO THAT WE ALL COULD BE ENLIGHTENED . ❤️

[gailwandell]

I watch your videos religiously and have learned so much from you. My husband and I are huge fans, and refer to your videos over and over again when leaning about healthy eating. We take a lot of your advice. Please don't ever stop educating us. We appreciate you so much.

[juaffle]

I'm healthy, 23, with all the energy of the sun. I use your content as a cross-reference for my notes and usually, you add extra more intricate details. Thank you for sharing

[scuttlebuttin]

Hey Doc, I was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2017. Your videos helped me clean up my diet, lose weight, and control inflammation. I do intermittent fasting and I don’t eat refined carbs. I kept 40 pounds off for the last four years. your videos make everything so simple to understand. thank you for doing what you do, you have made a huge difference in my life.

[erica]

I am utterly STUNNED at this information. Thank you so much for teaching us how to stay healthy. You are truly a gift to the world!

[larinavigil]

This video is a god send! I have been struggling with ph and have taken tests for my stomach which said I had problems breaking down protein and had very low b12!!! I used to drink 9.5ph water years ago and swear I had stomach problems after but everyone swears alkaline is better! So glad I saw this because even drinking alcohol throws off my ph, but now it makes sense because the root is in the Thank you so much for sharing! Will switch from Himalayan salt to Celtic sea salt & ACV to see if I see an improvement!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[lindanarocks]

Instant subscriber.. I was looking for someone who would help me understand my body more and this is just what I needed.
Thank you so much and please keep up the good work!

[JediShamanJedShlackman]

The body regulates the pH of its own organs and tissues... eating balanced diets with more whole, less processed foods reduces the tendency to hit one extreme or another.

[lydialady]

Thank you for teaching this lesson again. I appreciate the links to other lessons, too. I'm still stunned doctors treat heartburn with antacids.

[christopherevridge]

Been drinking alkiline water for years, and my stomach issues have slowly, gradually gotton worse!!! Thanks in this too!

[peteraziz]

Thanks to your videos Dr. Berg, i managed to lose 33 pounds over the past 5 months. I'm on a low carb diet(not full keto) and am 8 pounds away from my ideal weight. Thank you so much for everything that you do, i have learned A LOT from you good sir. Greetings all the way from sunny Egypt 🇪🇬

[syedhunain]

Wondefuly explained basic concepts which the Pharmaceutical and Corporates would never want the masses to know.

[abominationtheLord]

You have to Distill or buy Distilled water and add back Trace Minerals and Salt. Water is so polluted and I found that out after I installed filters in my water line. I was shocked to see the first Pre-Filter turning brown within a few gallons.
I bought two Distiller off of Ebay a year ago and now Distill all my drinking water. The results are Fabulous, as the first thing I noticed was how my skin look so healthy, soft and all the little bumps I had on my skin were disappearing.
Just amazing how we take for granted water; yet, the water everywhere is so polluted.
Think about all the Meds people take and then excrete into our water supply and that is just the tip of the iceberg of all the chemicals we flush down the drain and people drink.
Love 4Truth!

[shannonn]

Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! I tried to alkalize my body by drinking baking soda years ago and this created interstitial cystitis in my bladder. I am much better, but still dealing with this. Thank you Dr. Berg for telling others not to do this!!!