Eine bunte Auswahl an frischem Obst und Gemüse, appetitlich auf einer Holzplatte angerichtet.

An alkaline diet helps to combat hyperacidity and literally clears up your blocked tissue. Information about hyperacidity of the body

news article Information about hyperacidity of the body

  • Servicemitarbeiter tragen gleichzeitig mehrere Teller durch das gut besuchte Panorama-Restaurant.
  • Anrichten in Perfektion: Ein Koch verfeinert ein Gourmet-Gericht mit frischen Kräutern.
  • Kunstvoll angerichtete Vorspeise mit essbaren Blüten im Gourmet-Restaurant am Schluchsee.

The body as a power plant

The body is nothing more than a large thermal power station in which the main nutrients, fat and carbohydrates, are burned to produce energy. The third main nutrient, protein, is not a fuel and is only used to generate energy in emergencies. Combustion always produces metabolic acids, which must be excreted. These waste products are commonly referred to as "slag." The combustion of fats and carbohydrates produces waste products, including carbon dioxide and water. These are easy to dispose of, mainly through respiration, and do not cause us any problems. This requires an optimal supply of oxygen.

The situation is different with proteins. They cannot be burned without leaving residues. Animal proteins from meat, sausage, cheese, quark, etc. in particular contain sulfur-containing building blocks (e.g., the amino acid cysteine) that leave behind sulfuric acid. In addition, there is nitric acid and uric acid. These are deposited in the tissue when the excretory organs are overloaded, which can lead to hyperacidity in the body. This slows down the entire metabolism, prevents smooth fat burning, and depletes important alkaline mineral reserves. An alkaline diet can help you combat hyperacidity and literally clear up your blocked tissue. The more alkaline your diet is, the better your cells are supplied with oxygen and the more alkaline vital substances are available, the better fat burning works and the less waste products are produced, which ultimately can prevent hyperacidity. As mentioned above, protein is not a fuel—and should not be used for this purpose.

Sugar – The acid producer par excellence

Another problem is that sugary foods (often in hidden forms) are consumed too often during the day, which the muscles want to burn immediately. Sugar is like super fuel for our cells. The fat consumed at the same time ends up on our hips because it is not needed. If we do not get enough exercise, the muscle cells are also unwilling to burn sugar. It is very easily converted into fat and also stored. Sugar also enters our organism so quickly that it is literally flooded with it. Oxygen becomes scarce and acidic metabolic intermediates can be deposited in the tissue. All of this provides little energy and usually only leads to cravings or fatigue after meals. As a result, we constantly eat isolated sugary foods without feeling properly full. To rid the blood of excess sugar, the hormone insulin is released from the pancreas. When this hormone is at work, all fat breakdown is blocked. Acid breakdown is then not possible, as the priority is to bring the blood back to an adequate sugar level. The acids remain in the tissue, slagging increases, and as a result, the metabolism becomes increasingly sluggish and hyperacidity increases.

Detailaufnahme eines cremigen Latte Macchiato und eines Schokoladentörtchens auf einem Holztisch.

First aid through an alkaline-rich diet

The solution for successful and lasting weight loss also lies in activating the metabolism through an alkaline-rich diet. It is important to keep an eye on the acid-alkaline balance. It is not enough to judge foods solely on their calorie content. Today, we know a lot about calories, vitamins, and minerals, and we know the fat content of foods. However, many people do not know which foods are acid-forming, which are neutral, and which are alkaline-forming.

If you want to base your diet more on acidic or alkaline foods, you should not rely on how the foods taste. It is not the taste that determines whether a food is acidic or alkaline, but the end product that is produced after it has been metabolized by the body.

Even lemons and other acidic fruits are alkaline-forming foods due to their high mineral content. Sweets, chocolate, cakes, and even savory cheeses are among the acid-forming foods and are therefore metabolized as acidic. In addition to alkaline minerals, citrus fruits also contain organic acids that are converted into bases in the liver, our large chemical laboratory. These bases are then available to the blood to neutralize other acids.

It is therefore important to know how foods are classified as acid-forming, neutral, and alkaline-forming, because you cannot rely on taste alone. In order for humans to regulate all their metabolic processes properly, they need a sufficient supply of alkalis. This is because the body consists of 70% alkaline and only 30% acidic fluids.

The 5-day alkaline diet at vier jahreszeiten

Ein Glas frisch zubereiteter grüner Smoothie mit Gemüsespieß als gesunder Snack im Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten.
Balkon-Idylle mit Blick ins Grüne beim Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten.

Book now Choose from our
wide range of options.

News Interesting facts about the hotel
& tips for your Black Forest vacation

    • Ayurveda
    • Health & Wellness

    Longevity Hotel Black Forest

    Discover a place where health, enjoyment, and serenity merge in a unique way.

    Learn more
    • Active & Sports
    • Family vacation
    • Short Break

    Simply brilliant! Latest innovations

    The new sports arena, duckpin bowling, and the family restaurant LUCIA offer plenty of variety for your vacation by the lake.

    Learn more
    • Family vacation
    • Short Break

    "Und Gretel" moves in

    Discover UND GRETEL's sustainable products for your perfect feel-good makeup in organic quality.

    Learn more
    • Family vacation
    • Hiking

    Family adventure destinations around Schluchsee

    Many places around Schluchsee that guarantee lots of fun and discovery in a playful and entertaining way.

    Learn more
    • Family vacation
    • Health & Wellness

    Family wellness

    Experience first-class family wellness at Schluchsee with offers that will make children's eyes light up.

    Learn more
    • Family vacation
    • Hiking

    Three-generation vacation in the Black Forest

    Discover the perfect vacation home for children, parents, and grandparents in the idyllic Black Forest.

    Learn more
    • Health & Wellness

    Beauty vacation

    Enjoy exclusive care with luxurious active ingredient cosmetics for your very own personal glow.

    Learn more
    • Cuisine

    Wine tours – enjoy yourself and learn something new

    Sample five wines and learn interesting facts about fine wines and wine culture.

    Learn more
    • Family vacation
    • Cuisine

    Family vacation with half board

    Enjoy our pampering half-board with gourmet buffets in the idyllic Black Forest setting.

    Learn more
Optimierte Ansicht des Schluchsees im Schwarzwald für die Website-Darstellung.

Schluchsee vacation region
 

Vacation in the Black Forest
 

Learn more