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From:	Just Me (67.137.157.170)
Subject:	Re: Acid - Alkaline forming
Date:	May 17, 2012 at 12:28 pm PST

In Reply to: Acid - Alkaline forming posted by Augusto on May 17, 2012 at 12:04 pm:

Hi Augusto,

Good to "see" you here. :)

Have you gotten your copy of The 80/10/10 Diet? If so, go to page 160:

"In general, protein-based foods are highly acidic forming in the human body (even the high-protein plants, such as legumes). This is because their predominant minerals are the acidic minerals -- chlorine, phosphorus, and sulfur. To maintain homeostasis, the body must counterbalance the acidity caused by excess protein consumption. Unfortunately, it does so in part by taking a precious alkaline mineral -- calcium -- from our bloodsteam, where calcium levels must remain relatively constant, by removing it from our bones and teeth, setting the stage for osteoporosis and tooth decay.

It is no conincidence that fruits and vegetables contain just the right amounts of protein to build and maintain the human body. Nor is it a coincidence that the minerals they supply are predominantly the alkaline ones: calcium, sodium, magnesium, and potassium."

Let us know if you still have questions, but I'm thinking this is what you're looking for. :)

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