Alkaline diets prioritize alkaline, or low-acid, foods to maintain a healthy acid-base balance in the body. Alkaline diets may support heart health by reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels ...

The alkaline diet is based on the theory that food can regulate the body's pH, or acid-base balance. While certain foods leave behind acidic or alkaline residues, the body's kidneys and lungs tightly ...

There is no scientific evidence to support the alkaline diet's purported health benefits. The alkaline diet focuses on eating foods with low acidity. Cutting out as many food groups as the diet ...

Medically reviewed by Jonathan Purtell, RDN Key Takeaways Acidic foods and beverages such as citrus fruits, tomatoes, coffee, and fruit drinks may worsen symptoms for people with conditions like acid ...

Dylan Bailey, M.S., R.D., F.A.N.D. Contributor Dylan is a registered dietitian and fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics who works to ensure accuracy in reporting science and research ...