Our bodies strive to maintain a state of balance known as homeostasis, which includes normal blood pressure, normal blood sugar, and normal blood pH within a narrow range of 7.35 and 7.45. This balance of chemicals is kept in check by the lungs and the kidneys. If blood pH drops below 7.35 it will become too acidic, causing breathing volume to increase as the lungs work to correct pH levels by offloading carbon dioxide (which is itself acidic). Over-acidity of the blood may occur when we eat processed and acid-forming foods, leading to heavier breathing and symptoms of bloating, lethargy, and
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