Expert: Imran R. - 3/3/2007

Question
I read that cancer can't survive in an alkaline body.  If you agree or disagree you can state that if you choose.  But what does having an alkaline body mean?

Thanks in advance.

Answer
Dear Sallie,

Thank you for your question. It is true that cancer will not survive in an alkaline state. Cancer needs acidic environments to multiply.

Basically, an alkaline body is one that is in chemical balance. A PH between 6.5-7.00. Cells are receiving correct amounts of oxygen and nutrients, are producing energy optimally and getting rid of wastes.

Fruits, vegetables (organic preferably) must be included in the diet. Adding lemon juice to drinking water, all this helps balance the PH.

There are natural supplements (super foods) one can take as well that really help maintain this process, feed cells, oxygenate... etc.  See website:
http://www.tryfrutavida.com/main/fvjuice.htm

Cutting out substances that promote acidic conditions is advisable; red meat, alcohol, sugar, artificial sweeteners... etc.

Best wishes,

Imran