If you have a health problem, most likely you are suffering from acidosis. Research shows that unless the body's pH level is slightly alkaline, the body cannot heal itself.  So no matter what means you choose to take care of your health, it won't be effective until the pH level is balanced. If your body's pH is not balanced, for example, you cannot effectively assimilate vitamins, minerals and food supplements. Your body pH affects everything.

Acidosis will decrease the body's ability to absorb minerals and other nutrients, decrease the energy production in the cells, decrease it's ability to repair damaged cells, decrease it's ability to detoxify heavy metals, make tumor cells thrive, and make it more susceptible to fatigue and illness.

An acidic pH can occur from an acid-forming diet, emotional stress, toxic overload, and/or immune reactions or any process that deprives the cells of oxygen and other nutrients. The body will try to compensate for acidic pH by using alkaline minerals. If the diet does not contain enough minerals to compensate, a build up of acids in the cells will occur. Acidosis can cause such problems as:

Cardiovascular damage.

Weight gain, obesity and diabetes.

Bladder conditions.

Kidney stones.

Immune deficiency.

Acceleration of free radical damage.

Hormonal problems.

Premature aging.

Osteoporosis and joint pain.

Aching muscles and lactic acid buildup.

Low energy and chronic fatigue. Slow digestion and elimination.

Yeast/fungal overgrowth.

Lack of energy and fatigue.

Lower body temperature.

Tendency to get infections.

Loss of drive, joy, and enthusiasm.

Depressive tendencies.

Easily stressed.

Pale complexion.

Headaches.

Inflammation of the corneas and eyelids. Loose and painful teeth.

Inflamed, sensitive gums.

Mouth and stomach ulcers.

Cracks at the corners of the lips.

Excess stomach acid.

Gastritis.

Nails are thin and split easily.

Hair looks dull, has split ends, and falls out.

Dry skin.

Skin easily irritated.

Leg cramps and spasms.

via Food pH List – Balancing Acid/Alkaline Foods.