> Date:    Wed, 7 Mar 2007 10:44:30 -0800
> From:    "C. Kuni" <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: acid / alkaline
>
> Do paleo-dieters need to worry about pH balance?

*** The body maintains homeostasis as long as the kidneys and endocrine 
system are functioning and adequate levels of minerals and electrolytes are 
being consumed. I don't doubt that following the regimen described in that 
article brings about vast health improvements for the , but I think there 
are alternate explanations for why that is so. For example, all junk foods 
are classified as "acid-forming", along with cola and meat. I'll agree that 
eliminating cola and junk foods is a good idea, but I don't classify meat in 
the same category as processed foods. If you look at the handy chart, you 
might notice a preponderance of paleo foods (fruits and veggies) in the 
supposed alkaline section, and a preponderance of non-paleo foods (grains, 
soy, sugar and artificial sweeteners) in the acid section. Meats are the 
exception, but if you cut out all the other bad stuff...

Looking at the Social Readjustment Rating Schedule, I see that I'm in 
imminent danger of illness. My mortgage is considerably higher than $10K.

--Carrie, off to have a glass of (non-paleo) wine. Ut oh. Is that an acid 
food? I don't see it on the list!