How to Test Blood pH Level

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Your blood pH level plays an important role for your overall health, because if your blood pH level is acidic, your cells can’t function properly and harmful microorganisms can grow easier. Acidic blood increases your risk of cancer because it decreases oxygen and nutrient levels in your body; therefore, it can starve your cells of essential nutrients. Studies have shown that people with acidic blood have higher risk of heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis, diabetes, arthritis and are more susceptible to diseases.

The human body works similar to an alkaline battery. Thus, when its blood pH level is too acidic it doesn’t function properly. As a result, energy decreases, cells can’t communicate properly, fungus and bacteria starts to grow out of control, and the body’s natural healing and defense systems start to break down. Your blood pH level should be slightly higher than 7.0. If your blood pH level is lower than 7.0, it is considered acidic.

How to test blood pH level

• Saliva pH Test: One of the fastest and simplest test for measuring blood pH level but it is not the most accurate. Before taking the test you should wait at least two hours after eating. Depending on the food you eat it can increase or decrease your blood pH level. You should also do more than one test per day to get a better idea of where your blood pH level is at. To do the saliva pH test go buy the pH paper test strip at your local drug stores and health food stores. You can also buy them online at amazon.com.
• Urine pH Test: This test works similar to the saliva pH test but urine is used instead of saliva. The pH test strip for testing urine is the same as the saliva pH test strip. For best result, do the test in the morning after your first trip to the bathroom, For the afternoon and evening test, you should wait a few hours after eating before doing them.
• Blood pH Test: This test is not as convenient as the saliva and urine pH test but is usually more accurate. To do the blood pH test you will need to visit your doctor and get your blood drawn.

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