The Alkaline Diet:

Have you ever thought about what happens inside your body when you eat certain foods?  Eating processed food, animal proteins, dairy, white sugar and white flour can raise the acid-levels in our bodies.  Some studies suggest that if you eat foods that alkalize, you can lose weight, slow the aging process, and reduce your risk for many diseases.  It's probably pretty unrealistic to eliminate all acid producing foods from our diets, but incorporating these alkalizing foods into your diet can put you on the track for better, over-all health.

Alkalizing #1 – Lemons – Lemons are one of the most alkalizing, a great way to start the day is with a glass of lukewarm water with a fresh squeezed lemon or lime.

 Alkalizing #2- Leafy greens- Greens  such as: kale, swiss chard, spinach, and turnip greens are very alkalizing for your body and also are packed with rich vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals.

 Alkalizing # 3- Root vegetables such as radishes, beets, rutabaga, horseradish, carrots, and turnips are all highly alkalizing.

 Alkalizing # 4- Cucumbers and Celery – These are some of the most alkalizing foods you can eat. They quickly neutralize acids and aid in digestion.

 Alkalizing # 5- Garlic -  Garlic is not only highly alkalizing it is also very important for overall health as it boosts the immune system, is antibacterial and anti-fungal. 

 Alkalizing # 6- Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, and cabbage.

 Alkalizing # 7- Avocados – Are also at the top of the list of alkalizing foods. Avocados contain high amounts of essential vitamins, fatty acids, and amino acids.

Here's a link to a detailed list of foods and their pH if you're interested.

WEIGHT: 123.6
WORKOUT:
Monday: 8 miles in the morning (8.30 pace); 4 mile hill training in the evening (9.05 pace)
Tuesday: 1 round of each-Spartacus I, II, 2012
Wednesday: 7 mile run (8.29 pace)
Thursday:  Core Synergistics
Friday: off
Saturday: 14 mile run (temple-8.44 pace)

(Weekly Miles: 33)

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