Acidic Foods
It’s not just about consuming the right nutrients—it’s also about creating a body environment that discourages cancer growth. Health educator, Barbara O’Neal emphasizes the importance of avoiding acid-forming foods, as they create an environment where cancer cells thrive. A balanced pH supports critical bodily functions like enzyme activity, nutrient absorption, inflammation regulation, and detoxification. When the body becomes too acidic (less than 7), creates an environment that cancer and other diseases thrive.
To note we should limit certain foods from our daily diet and include variety of food sources. To note, limiting meat, for example, which is highly acidic and linked to cancer. Plant-based proteins are a good healthier alternative. Greater amount of Omega sourcing must be from plant-based sources like flax seeds or walnuts is advised. Other sources such as fatty fish, are less popular as fish is contaminated with toxins more than ever.
Modern flour, due to its acid-forming properties and high carbohydrate content, contributes to weight gain and cancer risk, especially for those sensitive to gluten.
Yeast bread promotes an acidic environment conducive to cancer, but sourdough bread, containing beneficial bacteria, is a healthier alternative.
Caffine should taken in moderation (two cups in a day). Instead herbal teas should be preferred.
Peanuts, prone to carcinogenic aflatoxins, should be replaced with safer options like almond or cashew butter.
Aged cheeses are highly acid-forming and linked to inflammation, so limit intake of pizzas, and other cheesy foods.
