Urine is favored within the range of ~6.2-6.7 pH. It will typically be most acidic in the morning and higher in the evening, depending on diet.
If urine tests <6.0 pH, indicating greater acidity than the urinary tract will be able to cope with long-term, it is suggested that the individual:
1.) Checks to see if there is any sediment in the urine.
2.) Checks blood pressure on both arms to help determine adrenal and kidney function.
A urine pH of ≤6.0 can be temporary, so it's a good idea to test frequently. In the meanwhile, you can abstain from acid category fruits* and prepare soothing beverages such as Marshmallow root cold infusions and fresh juices containing celery and cucumber.
If you’re experiencing burning sensation when urinating, urinary tract “infections”, bladder pain, or interstitial cystitis, you should take some time to look at the following document:
PDF: Urinary Tract Inflammation (Acidosis)
If urine tests ≥7.0 pH, this indicates not only lack of filtration of sediment but also the possibility of electrolyte excretion due to systemic acidosis. If this is the case, we suggest checking your:
- saliva pH (acidic saliva pH and alkaline urine pH is highly indicative of electrolyte loss)
- blood pressure on both arms to help determine adrenal and kidney function.
Your diet can be complemented with green juices. Staying away from acid type fruits* is recommended.
*Acid fruits include:
- cranberry
- grapefruit
- kiwi
- kumquat
- lemon
- lime
- orange
- pineapple
- pomegranate
- strawberry
- tangelo