pH imbalance, is there a connection with hormones? Corinne and I recently engaged in an extensive exploration of sodium bicarbonate, delving into its diverse applications and potential benefits, which we enthusiastically shared with our radio audience during our latest broadcast—check out the show below for all the fascinating details. In conducting our research, we relied heavily on the invaluable background information provided by experts such as Dr. Mark Sircus, Dr. Theodore A. Baroody, and Dr. Tullio Simoncini. #commissionearned
Each of these individuals brings a wealth of knowledge and unique perspectives to the table, enriching our understanding of this versatile compound. Through their insights, we uncovered a multitude of uses for sodium bicarbonate that extend far beyond its common reputation as a simple baking ingredient. From its remarkable effects in medical treatments to its role as an effective household cleaner and even its significance in various industrial processes, sodium bicarbonate proves to be much more than meets the eye.
Endogenous Sodium Bicarbonate
Our bodies produce significant amounts of sodium bicarbonate, essential for maintaining health. The kidneys generate approximately half a pound daily, crucial for regulating blood pH within the optimal range of 7. 35 to 7. 45. This balance is vital for sustaining life; any deviation can cause serious health issues. Thus, the kidneys’ role in producing sodium bicarbonate is fundamental to bodily function and homeostasis, highlighting the complexity and efficiency of human physiology.
From Dr. Baroody’s book, these are symptoms of too little bicarbonate signalling pH imbalance:
- Agitation
- Bloating
- Chemical sensitivities
- Cold hands and feet
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Excess head mucous
- Food allergies
- Heartburn
- Hard to get up
- Hot urine
- Hyperactivity
- Irregular heart beat
- Pains that travel
- Irregular heart beat
- Low sex drive
- Metallic taste in the mouth
- Headache
- Muscular pain
- Panic attacks
- PMS cramps
- Rapid heart rate
- Strong urine smell
- White coated tongue
Nearly all signs and symptoms can be linked to endocrine disorders, emphasizing the importance of hormonal balance for health. The body’s pH level is crucial for hormone function, as it affects receptor sensitivity. An excessively acidic environment impairs hormonal communication, triggering a stress response that activates adrenal glands to produce excess adrenaline and cortisol. While these hormones manage stress, their overproduction disrupts metabolism and contributes to anxiety, weight gain, and other health issues. Thyroid function and therefore the metabolic rate can be negatively impacted by acidity. Insulin sensitivity can be impaired and indeed, insulin resistance is rampant. An acidic environment leads to oxidative stress which in turn compromises the endocrine system. Thus pH Imbalance is intimately involved in hormone balance
Experts Weigh In on pH Imbalance
Next, we come to the groundbreaking work of Dr. Tullio Simoncini, a figure whose unconventional approach has sparked both intrigue and controversy in the medical community. In his thought-provoking book titled “Cancer is a Fungus,” he presents a bold assertion that challenges conventional cancer treatment paradigms. Dr. Simoncini proposed that cancer may have fungal origins and introduced an innovative treatment method involving sodium bicarbonate, which he infused directly into tumors. This powerful antifungal agent not only targets the malignant cells but also plays a crucial role in restoring the body’s natural alkalinity—a vital aspect often overlooked in traditional therapies. By shifting the body’s pH levels away from acidity, which many believe fosters cancer growth, his approach encourages a healthier internal environment conducive to healing and recovery.
Dr. Russell Jaffee developed 8 predictive biomarkers for a healthy life span. One of these markers is testing the morning urine pH with pH papers.
pH Level Assess mineral need and cell acid/alkaline balance
The internal environment of your body is maintained at a pH between 6.5 – 7.5, which is alkaline. For necessary cell reactions and functions to occur, our body must maintain this appropriate pH. While your body can regulate pH, there is a limit to how much it can neutralize. Excess acids can accumulate from one or more of the following conditions:
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- Acid-forming diet
- Distress
- Toxins (or their metabolites)
- Immune reactions
- Anti-oxidant sufficiency / oxidative stress
The best range for first morning urine is 6.5 to 7.5. This can be achieved by ensuring adequate intake of minerals and bicarbonate.
This might be one of the simplest interventions. You can check your pH in the urine anytime and use sodium bicarbonate in small doses ½ teaspoonfuls in 4 to 8 ounces of water. The maximum change should record in the urine pH in 3 hours. Carefully observe the changes in your body after your intervention.
When there is so much misery and struggle with our health as we are aging, this just might be the foundation that should be in place as we take on replenishing our hormones.
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