Spit works too. Lick a pH strip. Yes, do it. Saliva pH tells you about your digestion. A neutral 7.0 means your mouth is happy. If it’s too acidic, your stomach might be grumpy. Too alkaline? You might be dehydrated and breathing like a pug.
Funny fact: your saliva pH changes every time you eat. A slice of lemon makes it acidic. A glass of water makes it alkaline. It’s like a tiny seesaw in your mouth. You are the operator.
Check it before and after a meal. You’ll see a party happening. That’s your digestive system doing the cha-cha. If it stays flat, your stomach might need a pep talk (or a doctor).
Why This Matters
Your pH isn’t about being “perfect.” It’s about balance. Too much acid? You get brain fog, sore muscles, and weird cravings. Too much alkaline? You might feel dizzy or bloated. It’s like Goldilocks, but with pee.
Here’s a wild one: stress changes your pH. When you panic, you breathe shallowly. That locks acid in your body. So checking your pH is like checking your emotional temperature. A yellow strip might mean you need a nap or a comedy show.
And food? It’s the ultimate troublemaker. Coffee, red meat, and beer make you acidic. Almonds, spinach, and watermelon push you alkaline. Your pH strip becomes a truth-teller about your dinner choices. “You ate that entire pizza, didn’t you?” Yes, strip. I did.
How To Check Ph Level In Fish Pond at Lisa Hawke blog
