I love the balance of pH because it gives you a goal to shoot for in health! It is tangible picture of health, whereas the effects of vitamins or medications is a difficult way to judge whether your chemistry is really working within your body. PH strips monitor the acidity/alkaline balance of your body. You can use two different strips 2 hours after eating and test both your saliva and urine by averaging the results. When you buy the strips from a health food store, the chart of perfect balance will be included.
My challenge with pH balance has always been breakfast. Breakfast is rough because eggs and meat are acid, so quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) is a great choice. You can add nuts, dried fruit and just a touch of sweetness for a delicious, satisfying and protein packed alkaline breakfast!
Eat one cup of quinoa (a single serving size), and you’ll consume:
- 220 calories (70 percent carbs, 15 percent fat, 15 percent protein)
- 40 grams of carbohydrates (13 percent daily value)
- 8 grams of protein (16 percent of daily value)
- 3.5 grams of fat (5 percent daily value with no saturated fat)
- A glycemic load (blood sugar spike) of only 18 out of 250
- 5 grams of fiber (20 percent of daily value!)
- 20 percent of daily value of folate (various forms of Vitamin B)
- 30 percent of magnesium daily value (beneficial for people with migraine headaches); 28 percent daily value of phosphorous; iron (15 percent); copper (18 percent); and manganese (almost 60 percent)
Breakfast Quinoa
Serves: 4-6
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup So Delicious original coconut creamer
- 3 tablespoons turbinado or raw sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted (almonds are a natural statin)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (Craisins)
Rinse quinoa in a fine mesh strainer, or purchase the pre-rinsed quinoa. Combine quinoa and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes more or until water is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Stir in creamer, sugar and top with toasted almonds and cranberries. (I make ahead and eat throughout week.) Keep refrigerated.
About the blogger: Debbie Gore, is a passionate foodie who tries to include many superfoods in her recipes. Her “recipe for life” philosophy is to eat as close to the earth as is possible. Eliminate processed foods and increase the color in your diet with fruits and vegetables.
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