Hi Ross,
Am planning to start this diet on Monday after planning it over the weekend
I am a type 1 diabetic and am hoping the alkaline diet is going to help me control my sugar levels and to loose some weight.
Will keep you posted.
Thanks for your motivation.

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Energise Ross Reply:
May 3rd, 2012 at 9:27 pm

Keep in touch Gemma – let me know how you get on and if you have any questions
Ross

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I am unable to view any of your videos. I would really like to see them. Thank you, Sharon

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Energise Ross Reply:
May 3rd, 2012 at 9:27 pm

Hi Sharon

It’s usually a case of refreshing or updating your version of adobe flash.

Ross

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Hi,

I went through your 5 min acid crusher video and was impressed on knowing how easy it is to get your body alkaline. My body has turned very acidic for the last few years as I eat strictly non-vegetrarian food. Recently, I have discovered that I have high uric acid in my blood. My feet and all joints have started paining a lot. Also due to high acid flow in my urine I have have lot of burning sensation while passing urine. I wish to follow the 4 steps that you have mentioned in the video. Breathing and lime water is fine but where will i find the salts that you showcased. Also, I hate vegetables, fruits but to drink the vegetable juice that you described is bit easy. Eating vegetbale food is so difficult for me as it has no taste. Please let me know how do you prepare this vegetable juice, I know the ingredients from the video but have no clue how to make one. Do I have to boil the vegetables before putting that in the juicer. How much of water does I need to put? etc. etc. Please reply to me at your earliest convinence. Thank you. Amal

P,S. I live in Dublin, Ireland.

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Energise Ross Reply:
May 3rd, 2012 at 9:30 pm

Hey Amal

A good recipe for the vegetable juice can be found here:

http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2010/07/14/alkaline-diet-recipe-81-big-bad-green-drink/

Ross

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WHAT I HEARD COULD HAVE BEEN SAID IN 1/4 THE TIME….WE ARE ALL TOO BUSY
TOO HAVE IT SO WORDY….PLANNING IS THE KEY….

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Energise Ross Reply:
May 3rd, 2012 at 9:30 pm

Hey Carol

I respectfully disagree (along with the 530 positive comments below).

This is part of a series.

Ross

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i enjoyed the video n its motivative……………..

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Hi Ross,
I enjoyed the video and am motivated to go home and have a vegie juice. It is good to know that we don’t have to be 100% perfect all the time. This gives a person leaway to deal with the ups and downs that life throws at us which upset out best intentions, without feeling guilty and discouraged and ready to throw in the towel. Umm can’t wait to see the next video.
Thank you for your motivation and encouragement.
Jenny

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Dear Ross ji,
Thank you so much for sharing this knowledge of alkaline diet. The concepts are sensible and appealing. I was wondering what will be your take on the Indian staple diet. Being an Indian and vegetarian, I am hoping that if you could in some way help me plan a diet style that suits my Indian style of eating habits.

Once again I express my gratitude to you for taking up the cause of Alkaline diet and helping people change their lives for better.

Regards,
Paromita

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You sent a n email a few weeks back about the fellow “Joe Cross” and his latest video. I have some how errased the information and am hoping that you may resend me the information. Thank you, You have a great wealth if information

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Energise Ross Reply:
May 3rd, 2012 at 9:39 pm

Hi Raylee

You can find it all at http://www.hungryforchange.tv

Thanks
Ross

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Hi Ross

Many thanks for your videos, they’re a great help and motivation! I’ve been doing the alkaline diet on and off for a few months but always seem to find the weekends the hardest when it comes to going out with friends. When it comes to chosing an alcoholic drink are there any that are okay to have or do you need to cut alcohol out completly?

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Ross,
Do you have any clients who have reversed prostate cancer? I’m in the throws of prostate cancer & at the point where I have to contemplate surgery as a treatment. Any positive reversings for cancer, specifically prostate cancer.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:05 am

Hi Happiness

Sadly I can’t comment once a medically diagnosed condition is mentioned. There is lots out there so I urge you to keep researching.

Ross

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since i discover this web my life have change i now no that when you eat right you spend less in costumetic and the medicine since i change my diet from acidic to more alkiline food my body has change without cream thanks to you pls i want to make my body alkiline to concive baby boy

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:06 am

Thanks for the great comment

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I missed seeing Hungry for Change for free. Doh! Is there any other way to watch for free without purchasing the DVD?
Thanks, Kara.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:07 am

Hey Kara!

How’s things? You did sadly miss out BUT you can still purchase of course…

Sorry I tried to let everyone know as much as possible!
Ross

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I’m just a beginner…enjoyed your video, the concept of “its okay” not to stick religiously, “its okay” to enjoy other foods, “its okay” cause eventually I’ll get the hang of it!!!! One small step at a time will get me to a healthier “me”.

Thank you and look forward to more videos…
Joanne

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:07 am

Hey Joanne

Glad you liked it. That principle is the bedrock of everything I teach and believe!

The 2nd video has just been released BTW

Ross

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Where does popcorn or corn stand on the alkaline/acid charts?

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:08 am

Depends on what you put on it. Plain with some himalayan salt would be….somewhere near neutral to acidic. As snacks go it’s an ok treat but I wouldn’t eat with wild abandon!

Ross

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Ross, I have your book, along with one giving food lists. I do not find it difficult to
plan, shop or prepare meals on a 70/30 ratio. The hardest step I have taken was
listening to the above video. I offer this as constructive criticism since I am
convinced of the enormous benefits of what you are trying to promote

sincerely Marie

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:08 am

Thanks Marie can you be more specific as to what the issue for you was?

Thanks

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Hi Ross,

I have had a digestive problem for a few years now. I have had an endoscopy in 2010, and I was told that I had mild oesophogial reflux & a few tears in my stomach lining. I am positive that I can make changes to my diet, but I need to know that this would be the right way forwards for me. I take an advanced probiotic everyday which helps, but I would like someone to reassure me that the alkaline diet is going to have a positive impact on my life. Thanks for your time.

Karen

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:09 am

Hi Karen

I can only suggest you try it with the supervision of your physician and see where it takes you!

Ross

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Having a career in holistic teaching, I feel it is important to know first hand how the various diets affect the regimen of health.
The alkaline diet is a Way of Life–it is a commitment of the heart and the mind. I totally believe in the process of eating alkaline.

It would be helpful to have a brief explanation of what the alkaline diet is. And there is much more than foods and preparation of foods that go into a life style change.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:10 am

Hi Darleen

See here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2009/10/14/the-acid-alkaline-diet-simplified/

Thanks
Ross

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Hi Ross!

Excellent video!!! I´m looking forward to see all the others! I´m a therapist and I live and work in Barcelona, Spain. I truly believe in balancing our Ph and I´m a fan of the alkaline diet, in fact I´m giving lectures all over Spain explaining the benefits of being alkaline, not only fot the body but for the mind and consciousness! Dr. Young´s book in spanish is finally coming out soon!

My question is, are you acquainted with the “Gerson therapy”? Dr.Max Gerson M.D., developed an amazing way of curing all deseases, a proven nutritional program for cancer and other illnesses. His program is quite similar but it differs in certain things as for example, he said that one should avoid totally anything containing “sodium”, avoid cucumbers, advocados, and olive oil.

Anyway, congratulations again for your fantastic web site!

Gogo

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:11 am

Hey Gogo

Sodium is an absolute necessity – but the same way as there are good and bad fats, there are good and bad salts.

Avocado too is critical to optimal health. I agree with a fair amount of Gerson, but not these points at all.

Ross

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I totally undestand, I spend all my time ( I’m retired) searching, cooking and trying to stick to the alkaline diet. No time for fun in retirement just a lot of stress. yes a lot of boredom. I have osteoporosous and have been told that the alkaline diet can help increase my bone density so I’m excited for any information. Love the fact that I don’t have to be perfect.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:11 am

You absolutely don’t! It’s great isn’t it!

Ross

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Hello’. Video does not open! Eager to see it! Thanks! CG

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Hi Ross

I love every thing you shared so far. I have fibromyalgia and not sleeping real well. I have been trying different ways of eating during my studies to be a health coach to improve my health and hopefully help others.
I am so excited to get going on the alkaline diet with your help. Just got your ebook of recipes.
Jeanna

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:25 am

Hey Jeanna

Great start – keep in touch. I have heard good things about the alkaline diet and various fatigue-related situations so I have my fingers crossed.

Ross

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I have been on the Alkaline diet for almost a year now and I am very pleased with the results, however, one problem I do have is that my finger nails keep breaking and splitting. Is there a non acidic supplement that I can take for this? Thank you for the great job you are doing, you are a real inspiration.

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Cannot listen to your presentation as it stops every 2 seconds to gather more information so how can I hear what you have to say when your presentation stops and starts. It is very irritating.
Happy Easter/Passover.
Allan Sakinofsky

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:26 am

Hi Allan

Pause it, let it download and then watch it all at once a few minutes later.

Ross

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Sounds legit

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HI Ross, my sister is dying of Huntington’s desease, we have tried everthing, Can alkaline diet prolong her life–thks Vusi

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Hi Ross! I have a question. I have Hypothyroid and they say that hypothyroid people should avoid PUFA’s (poly unsaturated fatty acids). Now I love to drink veggie juice, green juices but there are some experts in the nutrition field that claim that vegetable juices (green juices, etc.) are an overload of PUFA (a tall glass of PUFA) and something to avoid if hypothyroid. Do you have any experience or feedback on this? Thanx, Sam

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Can’t wait to see all the videos. I have been on and of the alkaline diet so many times because of the reasons you outlined so looking forward to the easy versions.
Thanks ,Vi

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Hi Ross,
God’s Love be with you !
I watched this video and I am eager to see the forthcoming videos. I have frequent stomach and cold problems. May be you can help me with some diet change through this videos.
“Living alkaline makes you feel light and healthy.”
you are doing a good job. Have a Nice day !

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:24 am

Hey Sanjay – glad you like it! Enjoy the rest – vid two was posted today

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Hi Ross, I don’t know what has happen but I cannot see the video! You have sent it twice and both emails I cannot access the video!

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how to increase protein for muscle build up and at the same time control or eliminate cravings for carbohydrates.

thanks for any info. I have been on a primarily alkaline diet but still fight cravings.

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Hi Ross!! You remind me of my oriental fights trainer-in a positive way! He started with the same thing each time-with rising our will power.
My experience:one day on acid food (when going out with friends) the damage is not very significant.
It’s easy to start anew. Or just starve one day. The problems start when eating everyday a little bit more,like putting sugar in my tea,having snacks and chokolates-it’s hard to stop. After I have to add some salt and vinegar souces to meat meals because I cannot feel the taste anymore. No,it doesn’t make me fat,the bad things accumulate,and one day I feel sick again. As for me-I have to cut off all sugar containing food at all whatever healthy it is decided-even oranges,kivi,mango.( I have celiac-any sweet fruits cause me terrible digestion problems). I feel better without,really

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:24 am

Sugar is the worst mate, so you’re doing great. Definitely glad you’ve cut the sugar in tea. Not only does it ruin tea but it’s pure teaspoons at a time!

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Hey Ross,
Here in North Texas I work at the Sunflower Shoppe as a nutritional specialist. I recommend everyone visit your site, download the shopping list and get moving forward on the alkaline lifestyle. I see them come back in the store and health is returning. One guy is even kicking prostate cancer (he says). Thank you, for what you do it is changing lives. Every thing I learn from you, I pass on to our guests. I am getting healthy too, day by day and bit by bit, choice by choice.
Your the best. We have Dr. Young’s books too.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:23 am

THANKS SO SO SO MUCH KATHY! You’re an absolute star

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I have read that the ‘cinnamon’ that we use is not real cinnamon, but ‘cassia’ I cannot find out
if cassia is OK to use on the Alkaline Diet.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:22 am

Absolutely

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Hi Ross

All the information you share is gratefully received. All the time and effort put in is fully appreciated. The length of the video is a little off-putting though. I would watch a short video many times to absorb all that is said. A short and concise video is exciting because it gets straight to the point and gives the facts. As you said in the video it is hard at the beginning, changing to an alkaline diet and I do want to be encouraged so Ross please would you consider shorter videos? Thank you for your dedication.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:22 am

Hey Eileen

As mentioned to Patricia below, I can’t please everyone! Some people prefer to understand my background (i.e. what got me to where I am) whereas others would prefer a 2 minute bullet point presentation!

I hope you find video 2 more punchy!

Ross

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I can not see the video. tried refreshing it and closing and re opening.

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My husband has prostate cancer and found out about the alkaline diet through friends. He bought an alkaline water dispenser and we are planning on trying the alkaline diet. Thanks for all your help!

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:21 am

No probs Karen – glad you like them!

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Im gluten and lactose tolerance and have a huge problemwith iron defieceny Canu pleasehelp me with a diet

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:21 am

Hi Sylvia

The alkaline diet, in it’s purest sense, is gluten and lactose free.

Thanks
Ross

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Thank you, for the good information. I am looking forward to this video series. I like that you will be giving us specific ideas of how to make the shift to alkaline. It is something that I have dabbled with off and on for quite some time, but like you mentioned in the video, I have found it too hard to stick to consistently. I would love to hear your ideas on how to make it more simple. I am a personal trainer and have the exercise portion of my health going pretty well. Now, I am ready to take a hard look at how I am eating and make some changes there. Thanks for all your hard work in putting this together. I am hoping this is the missing piece to put me on a path to even better health.

(PS: I agree with the first commenter. When doing the next videos, it would be good if you are more concise. Your conversational tone is great and makes watching the video more fun. However, you said the same thing repeatedly in the first video.)

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:20 am

Hey Julie – video two just got released and it is to the point and packed full of training – it shows you how to stick to it consistently too

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Hi:

I agree with the last comment by Ann. No need for it to be that long but that doesn’t take away from your good intention.

I am in the process of giving the alkaline diet a shot so I am going to watch all of the videos.I am not a very disicplined person and there is just SO MUCH information on contrasting views…all of which promote well being…that it’s easier to just say the hell with it!!!! Also, I don’t believe anything is equally good for EVERYBODY.

I have some questions….

1. How much water should one drink? Can one drink too much water?

2- I am a social weekend wine drinker and it’s a cultural thing amongst ALL of my friends. How will liquor consumption play into the scenario of the alkaline goal?If I am not willing to give up drinking do I just give up on the alkaline diet all together?

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:20 am

Thanks Patricia. I can’t please everyone! Some people prefer to understand my background (i.e. what got me to where I am) whereas others would prefer a 2 minute bullet point presentation!

Glad you stuck with me

1. I recommend downloading my guide to alkaline water here

2. Heh maybe you didn’t watch the whole video after all as this answers your second question Basically alcohol is unhealthy, you know this, so is your question whether you should give up on the ALKALINE approach to health or being healthy full stop?

I believe you can still have the odd wine or night out and get 85-95% of the benefit of the alkaline diet.

Ross

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Thank you so much for your guidance and your dedication!

What do you think about trace mineral drops?

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:16 am

pH drops vary by brand in terms of quality. I believe Rob Young and pHion have the best drops and avoid MMS as I don’t believe in the safety of it (this could be pandoras box…)

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Hey Ross loved the video! Just wondering if you take spirulina in your water and how much would you recommend to take? I am in the process of shifting over to an alkaline diet and i love making juices, I like to add spirulina to them or just to a glass of water. I’m taking a teaspoon a day so far for the last week.

Many thanks,

John

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:16 am

Hi

I personally don’t as I’m not convinced it is alkaline (it’s an open debate). I prefer to stick with a blend of grasses.

Thanks
Ross

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HI Ross,

The one problem I have found time and time again is the lack of info on how to regain the weight lost due to the alkaline diet. Weight loss is usual on this diet and, most are happy about that, but for some people it is unwelcome.

I know from the Dr Young facebook page other people have asked this, but apart from eating hemp and avocado’s, there were no other comments.

Would welcome suggestions as I feel this the one problem that has not received much info.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:15 am

Hey Julia

It was an issue for me too to begin with, but I realised I was making a few small but very big errors. I’ve written an article on it here:

http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2010/08/23/alkaline-diet-muscle-building/

Ross

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Very encouraging video – I am looking forward to the next ones. Just wondering though – if the alkali diet is so brilliant for our health, wellbeing and weight and alkali water so important (and I believe this) why are more people not doing it?

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:14 am

So few people know about it. And thats why I am here

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One is getting really fed up with these videos that go on and on and tell you NOTHING – MY VIEW IS THAT THEY ARE DISHONEST, just a long rigmarole. Were a few real tips be given, one might be tempted to read the book; as it is, one does not, as you will see, no doubt.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:13 am

Wow Susan, such anger! That’s not very alkaline

I don’t like to say it but I think the 500+ positive comments here disagree with you. I think most people don’t find me dishonest (what the?!)

Thanks
Ross

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I thought you spoke for too long. I started watching clock. It would have been just as informative if you had condensed it down and been clear, short & consise.Didn’t need 12 minutes to tell that you would be giving info. soon ????

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2012 at 10:11 am

Hi Ann

Thanks for the feedback.

Ross

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Hi Ross. This is a brilliant video, coming just when I needed it most! It’s so amazing, just learning that when you really want something (from the body not in the mind!) it happens. It is so true that the planning it vital. We have always done this when it came to eating before, but for some reason it feels harder when you first start alkalizing. That’s what I found. Now, I have a fridge full of all the food I need to make my meals for the next few days. Don’t just go round buying things, thinks about how they are going to go together as a meal. Then Bang! it becomes so much easier. You and the alkaline diet HAVE changed everything for me. 12 months ago I was spending my days just trying to get out of bed and get my limbs movin. I had been diagnosed with Rhuematoid Arthritis. I ached and hurst all over and often spent 2/3 days in bed at a time, totally fatigued and exhausted. Now, I am (almost) back to how I was before. Loads more energy, completely off the painkillers (which were my bed friends) and lowering my medication (after consultation with my doctors). It is truely amazing. Thank you so much x

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 10th, 2012 at 8:12 am

Julie you’ve made my YEAR with that post! Thanks so much!

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Hi Ross ,

Do you now A cookbook in dutch language with those alkaline recipes ?

sincerely yours to be serious asking this – Sandro is greeting you – keep up the good work !

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looking forward to some easy recipes!

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2012 at 8:55 am

They’re coming right up!

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I would love to watch your video but it does not give me the option to play it?

Thank you
Regards
Rosita

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2012 at 8:21 am

Hey Rosita

It should just autoplay! Try refreshing a couple of times and give it a minute or two…

Ross

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I just got some PH drops today, added 4 drops to tap water. Still tastes like water coming from a plastic hose. Our tap is hard water so is it that or did I get suckered?

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2012 at 7:50 am

Hey Jane

Depends on which brand you bought! Let me know and I’ll help further – thanks Ross

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Hi,
I have been on an alkaline diet for about 4 months very strictly. I have been 100% committed and my PH is getting worse and I am devastated. I have cut out all meat, all dairy, I juice 2x daily, take Ph supplements all day, I take two shots of chorophyll and and add wheatgrass, supergreens and spirulina each day. I am so confused as to why it is getting worse. Pleeeasee help me understand. The only thing I have not done is a cleanse. My ph seems to raise and lower around my hormones but with all I am doing I would think I would be consistently at altleast a 7.0 via saliva testing.
Any advice would help so much!
Thank you
Sherrie

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2012 at 7:51 am

Hey Sherrie

Totally understand your frustration.

Firstly, it is not uncommon for it to get worse before it gets better, but 4 months is a long wait. How are you testing?

Have a look at my guide to pH testing here and give it another shot for a day or two and let me know how you go: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2006/04/12/alkaline-test-how-to-test-your-ph-levels-saliva-urine/

Ross

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Hi Ross, Hi Everybody!
Great site. great mission! I am very happy to have found your site.
I want to share little bit my experience with the diet up to now (maybe someone wants to add comments to this) and finally i have also a concrete question.
How I entered the topic: By a friends recommendation I have read dr youngs phmiracle to find maybe an answer how to find optimal health. After reading the book, I had so much questions in my head and had no clear vision about how to do even a first single step right or lets say not to make a wrong step. Exactlly how you said in your video! i thought i will have to read it at minimum three times again to get clear vision of starting out with the right hundreds of supplements. it was really hard to make a summary or excerpt of the book because everything seemed important to me. your videos really helped and motivated me deeply to try the diet for getting rid of my health problems. I want to totally commit to alkaline diet and your site truely helps. I filled up the fridge with lots of veggies and other good stuff as you listed and i bought also supplements (phour salt, phion drops, udos oil and mega greens) just to be really really good equiped for starting out. After only some days sticking stubborn to my 3-4 liter goal I felt truely a huge different. According to the formula I should drink even more (i have 89kg). I will try daily to increase further to stick to the formula.
Regarding the supplements, I also felt much more mental clearity after they arrived by dpd. So I feel that it is realy doing something good to me. Only after a week of doing this I reached a state of being awake and mentaly clear I never reached doing anything else. I hope to find out in the next months that my immune system will hopefully truely get boosted. I somehow also feel hiddenly massively appealed from the promise to have such a peek performing biosystem to reach the 5 hour gain you mentioned.
Finally here is my last paragraph for my concrete question: when reading the backside of phour salt it says something like dont use one hour before or after meal. i bought also sodabicarbonate from the pharmacy shop to alkalize my water for the first days with it until the dpd package with the actual supplements arrived. and at the backside of this sodabic.box was a big warning saying “too high dosis will alkalize your stomach and deactivate temporarily your digestion” (translated by me from german). Is there a rule of thumb I maybe totaly stupidly have missed in the phmiracle book or your video where one should generally skip drinking alkaline water when having the meals to support the digestion? Thanks for your answers!! Sorry for the long post.
cheers!

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2012 at 7:53 am

I had so much questions in my head and had no clear vision about how to do even a first single step right or lets say not to make a wrong step

EXACTLY why I’m here

People make way too much of drinking water and it affecting digestion. You’d need to drink a LOT for this to happen, but if you’re concerned leave it 20 mins either side.

You should really only use pHour Salts once or twice per day in my opinion, so this shouldn’t affect your meal timing too much.

Thanks so much for sharing your story!
Ross

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i want to get started so that i can live a healthier life ,like you say i need to know what i really need to do to get started

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2012 at 7:53 am

No probs Vanessa! Glad you like my video!
Ross

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just wanting to improve wellness, stamina, aches and pains

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2012 at 7:53 am

This will help. Keep in touch
Ross

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Just wanting to improve my health and well being. Usually get tired and lack energy when i eat acid type foods but need some simply tips to stick to my diet and get the ration right.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 27th, 2012 at 2:04 am

Hi Anna

When you eat alkaline, rations are less important. Just keep that 20% acid-forming ration to 20% of the plate and fill the rest with alkaline foods and you’ll get results
Ross

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Ross,
Thank you so much for sending me the alkaline/acid charts and this video.
I’ve been “alkaline” or trying to be, since last October. I was just thinking that I need some more advice on this whole thing when I received your email with the video! I can hardly wait for your next ones. I’m really looking for recipes and am interested to know if you can suggest a particularly good cookbook?
Thanks,
Missy O.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 27th, 2012 at 2:06 am

Hey Missy

I can indeed suggest a good cookbook – mine!

http://alkalinedietmadeeasy.com/the-alkaline-diet-recipe-book/
Ross

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Thank you for sharing your information for free. I am a single mother and nurse -I have read much on my own and know the basis of all health factors is in staying alkaline and what you put in your mouth. I am so frustrated with the american medical system and that we do not teach this-thinking of strting my own business and making meals for those with health problems. Thank you again-looking forward to the next arcticle.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 27th, 2012 at 2:03 am

Hey Heather – I hear ya. I can’t go too deep into that discussion of prevention vs treatment – too much going on in there that I don’t agree with!

Glad you liked my vid and the next is even better

Ross

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hi ross
just started trying to get alkaline started with hydration now up to 5ltrs of alkaline water a day
but i do a lot of kickboxing & weight training so i eat chicken & fish every day for my protein
and in your food list these items are the most acidic on the list,what would you recommend to
replace these items with as i have always been told that chicken,fish & eggs are good for you

many thanks

drew rattan

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 24th, 2012 at 11:20 am

Hey Drew

I’ve blogged about this here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2010/08/23/alkaline-diet-muscle-building/

Hope this helps mate
Ross

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Hi Beverly – it’s amazing how often I hear that and it was ME for so long! Glad I’ve cracked it now and that I’m able to share my methods with you!

Ross

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Great reminders, Ross! The note about perfection is so important– across all areas of life, but really great in terms of living for health.

Thanks for sharing all you do; it’s much appreciated.

Cheers,

Steph

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:54 am

Hey Steph

No worries, and thanks so much for your message. I totally agree – this can be applied across the board!

Ross

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Hi Ross,

Just watched your video, looking forward to the recipes. I’m a chef by trade and have a wheat allergy, so some of the acid foods I cannot touch, like the flour products.

In November, I was diagnosed with ulcers, Peptic and Duodenal, which were painful and resulted with bad acid reflux etc. I’m on the usual drugs for controlling the acids, Omezoprasol, which helps. I also had my Gall bladder removed some years ago, so I had already resorted to a low fat diet long ago. No! processed foods or takeaways.
That’s when I started to look at my diet, so I immediately cut out the usual, alcohol, coffee, tea (although I continue drinking my green tea) chocolate, tomatoes, spices, vinegars etc. I found your web site and downloaded your charts and did the urine tests etc and found I was acidic, I’m more alkaline these days and it’s very rare that I eat any sort of meats, however, I do love my fish.

Anyway, I thought my comments might help those with ulcers and Gerd etc, to take a serious look at their acid and alkaline diets, as I’m sure they will notice, that it does make a difference. I slip back some days, and have a couple of day’s eating bland foods and the odd glass of wine, then go back to alkaline eating. And just a last comments, I found that my joints were beginning to be very stiff in the mornings before, and now I am finding it a lot easier to move and bend.

Thanks for making me aware!

Kind Regards Dee

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 23rd, 2012 at 11:55 am

Hey Dee

Thanks so much for sharing and congrats on how much progress you’ve experienced so far. I hope others read and are inspired by your message!

Ross

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Hi, I’m a beginner at the alkaline diet. Just like you said I start off hard and strong, tried to be perfect, was eatting a lot of salads and crashed. So, I’m picking myself back up and trying again. I look forward to your next video. All the encouragement really helps.

Beverly

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Thank you. looking forward to the next installments. Have already sent the H2o alkalising info on to friends. will send this on also.
Keep up the good work
P

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 6th, 2012 at 12:22 am

Thanks so much Pam! Just putting the finishing touches to video 2 now – it’s going to be full on practical steps you can take to get alkaline right now, today, this minute!

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Keep making videos!

Thanks

Jesse

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 3rd, 2012 at 11:26 pm

I absolutely will Jesse! Thanks so much!
Ross

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Thank you so much for the helpful advice on getting starting on this diet. I am having a hard time breaking my bad habits, diet Coke, cheeseburger & fries. I do need to do something about all this due to health issues, I am 40 and have had a few new issues come up besides always being tired. I don’t need to lose weight, but do need to get in shape because I get so out of breath just walking up a flight of stairs or just a block. That is bad. I am going to try and do this for my health and for my kids. I need to get healthy, and this video helped me. Thank you!!!!

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 3rd, 2012 at 11:39 pm

Hey Tracy – stick with me on the other three vids, they will help tremendously! They are specifically more effective with people in your position – ready to change but not sure how!

Ross

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I have had my oesophagus removed 3yrs ago due to cancer . although I am coping I get alot of acid reflux which is quite scary. Your information on the video looks like what I am looking for. Please continue.I am looking forward to this way of life. Best regards

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 4th, 2012 at 7:27 am

Hi Sheila – definitely stay tuned for the next video then – this will really help with eating the foods that fight reflux. It should be ready in the next 48 hours…

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Ross this is your best one yet. Im so glad I stumbled upon your work last week. Please keep sending the updates.

Sarah x

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Aloha Ross. Very interesting and I fully endorse your coaching methods here. I have been trying the alkaline approach for the past several months but have had real troubles following through. This is just what I need as I have made the commitment to make 2012 my healthiest year ever and alkalizing is just the ticket.

Thank you for sharing your insightful video.

Alistair in NYC

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Incredible as always Ross.

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Hello Ross

I wanted to say congratulations on such a great site. I really enjoyed your article on 7 Foods last week and shared with all of my friends and my son.

I am eagerly awaiting the next three videos

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Hi

Thanks so much for the video it was great. Just got a question that has been bugging me – how can lemons be alkaline?

Tania

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How long should it take following the alkaline diet before your pH starts to change? I’ve been on it faithfully for almost 3 weeks and the pH strip still doesn’t even change color. I bought another brand from another store thinking maybe the strips were no good, but I have the same results. Any suggestions?

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 1st, 2012 at 8:18 am

Hey Jan – its a bit of a ‘how long is a piece of string question’ I’m afraid. Totally depends on where you are coming from, whether you do it all or just some of it, what the quality of your water is, whether you exercise and what type of exercise you do – there are a million factors.

The most important point though is this: if you follow the steps I teach in these four videos you WILL get alkaline.

I absolutely promise that.

Again, there are lots of variables that will affect your results of your pH strip. Follow my instructions here to ensure you get a reliable and accurate reading: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2006/04/12/alkaline-test-how-to-test-your-ph-levels-saliva-urine/

Cheers
Ross

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Hi Ross,

Great stuff!

Q: I make green juices every morning and I am surprised at how much I like them and actually feel enregised. I have used quite a bit Kale and Spinach but very little juice comes for them – are they suitable and worthwhile for juicing?

Thanks

Joey

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 1st, 2012 at 8:20 am

Hey Joey – definitely buddy, definitely. That thick, concentrated juice from kale and spinach is like gold.

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Hello Ross,

It’s great to see how passionate and eager you are on health, food and helping other people… but… the whole alkaline diet has no scientific nor practice basis at all!

The good thing is leaving out all the processed rubbish!

If you really want the best for health… take a good look at the paleo die, read the whole story!

With all due respect…

Kind regards,

Paul

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 1st, 2012 at 8:22 am

Hi Paul

I fully believe in the science behind this, but even if I didn’t – I don’t actually believe it NEEDS science to tell me to:

1) eat lots of fresh foods, raw foods, green foods, high water content foods, healthy fats
2) get properly hydrated
3) exercise
4) stop eating crap.

I personally do like the Paleo approach and think it is very similar to the alkaline diet in a lot of respects – but I have to say, there is actually less quantifiable evidence to support the paleo approach.

Ross

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I started on the Alkaline diet about two weeks ago for health reasons and I am looking forward to hearing more from you. I feel my husband and I have been doing quite well. The only “side effect” I have noticed is that I feel hungry even after I’ve eaten. Is this normal? I also started on a new heart medication that could also be the issue. I’m trying to find out information. I have not seen the other videos and I was wondering if you have a recipe book? Thank you!

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 1st, 2012 at 8:22 am

Hi Terrie

Great to hear and glad you like my videos! I’ve written an article on the alkaline diet and muscle building which is entirely relevant to this as the advice is the same:

http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2010/08/23/alkaline-diet-muscle-building/

Cheers
Ross

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Informative post it is just what I was looking for. Do you really think that everything can be like that? Reguardless, I appreciate the thought. Peace!

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My husband had a recent heart attack and we believe that it was due to the fact he had suffered with gout which was an inflammatory disease. A few months later inflammation has occurred in his lungs. We had tried to reduce the acidity and become more alkaline but we never really achieve the high scores of 7 plus. Preparing the meals are confusing and half the time I don’t know what to cook or what to buy other than green vegetables. Depressed and frustration has settled in but I know we have to accomplish this if he is to be with me for the rest of my life.
I sooooooooooo need help and encouragement right now.
Thank you so much for listening.

Marlene

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 1st, 2012 at 8:23 am

Hi Marlene

I hope you’ve found my videos and articles helpful on your journey!

Ross

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Hi Ross:

Great video. I will recommend it on my blog as your information should be shared
by anyone who is serious about getting and staying health

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Rob Thomas Reply:
June 12th, 2011 at 12:50 am

oops….make that “healthy”

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 1st, 2012 at 8:28 am

Thanks heaps Rob!

Everyone – check out Rob’s site too at waterfyi.com

Ross

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Youre so cool! I dont suppose Ive read something like this before. So good to find somebody with some authentic ideas on this subject. realy thanks for beginning this up. this web site is one thing that’s wanted on the web, someone with just a little originality. useful job for bringing something new to the web!

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I am so excited, intrigued and hopeful. I am also frustrated. I am trying to get my myself and my family alkaline – especially my five year old son. He is in remission from Stage 4 neuroblastoma. Food is the only thing I can control. Do you have any tips, advice, recipes that could help children? Thanks.

Michele

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Please, could you send me your sayings in the video written because I cannot catch the oral english easily and I loose a lot of your speech.
Thank you and keep on
Elef

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 1st, 2012 at 8:24 am

Hey Elef

It’s coming….very soon!
Ross

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Hi Ross,
thankyou for this video… thankyou for the timing of it, and the fact that it is free. I’m sure I speak for others when I say how much I appreciate that you share your knowledge, wisdom and esperience on the alkaline lifetsyle. After stopping and starting with the alkaline diet and lifestyle for well-over two years now, it is time I learnt how to consolidate my knowledge, expand my knowledge where necessary and understand why I have times when I stop living the alkaline way. I think your tips, via video could really help me with this Thanks again, and keep up the good work.

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Hi Ross ,
Just started 2 weeks ago & actuallly enjoying it so far § Thanks for letting me benefit from your experience & all the information you freely distribute .
I have a couple of questions re the food charts : where do potatoes stand & how about pure pressed grapefruit juiice given that grapefruit is alkalising ?? Thanks again .

take care john

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 1st, 2012 at 8:25 am

Hey John

Potatoes are not great, sweet potato and pumpkin are better. I’d stick to grapefruit as a fruit rather than a juice. It does still contain some sugar, and a juice would contain about 4 grapefruits, so you’d be getting the sugar from all four in one drink. Nowhere near as bad as most fruits, but still….

Ross

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Hi Ross,

I, like Karen, have only been able to see the first video. I am assuming that the other three will be re-posted soon?

I am a newbie, and have just started looking into the alkaline diet, downloading food charts and such. I do find it difficult, because as you know everything looks like a salad at first, and I’ve never been a fan of sour lemon water. It is also difficult to break the sugar habit, and it can be even more discouraging to read that it is best to avoid a lot of sugary fruits. Maybe I’ll get used to it. I am trying to take things slow, though. That, and I have to finish up eating the non-alkaline food in my cabinet. I hate to waste food.

I do have a question, that I haven’t been able to find much information on. It appears from the food chart that nearly anything Omega-3 is alkaline, is this true as a general rule? Also, not that I eat a lot of butter, but one of the latest things here in the United States is the spreadable butter made with olive oil. I was wondering if this did any cancellation of the normal acidity of the milk used in the butter, and if it is one of the better options as a sometimes treat on a slice of whole grain bread or toast.

Thanks! Let me know if you just simply don’t know. I’ll understand, it’s hard to know everything.

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Hi Ross
it does make sense to stick to what you like to eat rather than to be complex.
but i am curious is it about using the alkaline water to prepare your food as well as cook with it.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 1st, 2012 at 8:26 am

Hi Moureen

It certainly helps – if you have good access to alkaline water then this is a great option.

Cheers
Ross

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Hi Ross totally followed your alkaline diet from March 28th, first meal a green drink from the transition breakfast suggestions followed by basmati rice and braised fennel. Have not looked back, and find it really enjoyable. As you say in the video clip, it’s about planning and being relaxed about a transition period. So 30 days in and about to travel and i feel confident that with your charts, (constantly in my handbag) it will be a fun and adventurous time. Thank you
Caroline

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Hola, although I agree with most of what was stated on this page you’ll find some I just do not accept by any means. Even with that said, this was an overall great top quality post.

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I appreciate hearing that you struggled to stay on an alkaline diet like I have. However, it took way to long to get to the meaty point. Not sure how to get those tips you promise, but I am looking forward to to finding a “plan” I can follow with success. Thank you.

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Hey Ross! How’s it going?

I would like to watch all four of these vids (now I have some time over Easter!) and I can’t find a link to them. have you got a page that links to all four?

As always, love your stuff and find it incredibly inspiring. I’m doing great and this is not just a ‘diet’ but a way of life now. Feeling great and absolutely agree with you that preparation is such an important factor, maybe 50% of the battle! Also drinking 2-4 litres a day and getting omegas pretty much stops any hunger.

Thanks ever so, you’ve really helped me change my life and I’m eternally grateful.

Happy Easter!
Kaz
x

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Karen Birch Reply:
May 2nd, 2011 at 4:27 pm

Oh cool, thanks, the links are live now. Kx

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Admiring the dedication you put into your site and detailed information you present.

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Hi Ross,
First of all I would like to thank you for your videos and email messages. Secondly, I have a request. Recently, you have sent me a video on 5 minute acid crush. It plays no more is there any possibility to watch at least once to note down the ingredients though I have some of them by heart but not all. The reason I follow the alkalain diet is to reduce acidity and increase my chance of getting pregnant with a baby boy. I look forward impatiently to hearing back from you. Thank you
mojgan

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Hi Ross,
Great videos, really easy to watch

I have a couple of questions about Tempeh and Tofu, how much can we eat and are they very alkaline?

I am enjoying all the great food.

Thanks for all the info
Julia

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Ross I am very interested in the Alkaline diet. The problem that I have is I am on Blood thinners and I must limit the amount ok DARK Geen Veggies that I consume because of the Vitamin K endowed in these veggies.
I am sure you know that Vit. K is a coagulate for the Blood for which I have to be very careful. Is there any sbstitutes I can use in place of the Dark Green Veggies ?
Thank You Very Much, Be Blessed !!!

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:24 am

Hey Jodie – you can definitely still do this while keeping the dark green stuff limited to 10% of your alkaline intake, and then gradually increase it as you get more in balance. There are substitutes but it would depend on the recipe!

Ross

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Thank you Ross, I found your presentation inspiring and practical. I can’t wait to try all this when I get home.

Thanks,

Jared

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:23 am

Nice one Jarad – thanks for the nice comment.

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Thank you so much fot this video, i started my alkaline diet about a week or two ago, but i find i am still always hungry.. sometimes i use whole wheat biscuits (i know they are acid) but when hunger hits i really dont feel like eating a fruit or veg…I think your video is the bomb and it made me feel a lot better..I am from barbados and some of the stuff you have in your recipies i cant find here, so i have to try something else. but i want to thank you, dont feel as sick as i use to and have a little more energy…i will try to stick to it because i know it works..

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:22 am

Hey Esther

You’re the first person to praise my video as ‘the bomb’. That’s awesome

Keep it up – there are heaps of wonderful alkaline veggies in the Caribbean – delicious!

Ross

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Ross,

I’ve been at the alkaline diet for 11 days now. I’ve not been hungry, I have tons of energy and I’m sleeping better than ever. I’m not losing weight though and I’m still extremely acidic on the PH strip. My husband is following the exact same diet and is right where we should be on the PH strip. Any suggestions?

Keri

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:21 am

Hi Keri

It all depends on the state your body was in before you started. I find when people take a few extra days to start showing the more alkaline pH it is because it is taking longer for their body to get the acid buildup out. BUT all of a sudden there is HUGE improvement!

Use the energy and sleep beenfits to keep you going and motivated!

I assure you it will come
Ross

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Hi Ross
I have been been collating information from your site and others relating to acheiving an Alkaline body I am entriqued and everything i am reading makes so much sense.
It is a challenge for most people to change their eating habits of a considerable part of their lifetime.
The first step i took was to compare what i was eating and swop it for others in the Alkaline list which is what you have just been talking about in your video.
It is going to need a bit more forward planning but i am determined to make it work for me.
I am looking forward to receiving more information from your site i am planning to buy your book.
Regards
Brian.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:20 am

Hey Brian

That’s great to hear – would love to hear your thoughts on it!

Ross

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OK.. sounds like good sense,, tell me more

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:20 am

Yvonne

Hope you like the following three vids too!

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Brilliant video… have been recommended I try alkalysing my body because of my rheumatoid arthritis. Your approach to “selling” is very helpful and makes it sounds easier to swap to.

Thanks

Julie

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:19 am

Hey Julie

Thanks for the kind words – much appreciated

Ross

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While I appreciate the tips, I feel like that was way too long of a video to stay “you don’t have to be perfect” and “plan your meals”. Frustrating.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:19 am

Hey Tammy – I can’t please everyone, and some people (most) really prefer to get a background and more detail. I promise the next three vids are much more meaty

Cheers for the feedback though – much appreciated
Ross

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Hi

I have been diagnosed with breast cancer and a number of people have recommended the alkaline diet. What are some very simple rules that I could follow? Do you also recommend Black Alfa? Others have recommended it.

sharon

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:19 am

Hi Sharon

Can you send me more info? I can’t find anything on it?

Ross

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Hi Ross, I’m really looking forward to your next video! I have taken up this alkaline diet over the last two weeks as I suffer from chronic eczema and psoriasis. With help from naturapaths and skin specialists, my skin is not improving and I was wondering whether the alkaline diet is stirring up the toxins in my body and is aggravating this skin inflammation? I have been told I could get worse before I get better – I just hope this is true because I’m SO uncomfortable and itchy. I look like I’ve aged 20 years over the past few weeks. Before now, I ate a highly acidic diet – I was totally unaware of the 80/20 rule! I’m so happy I found out about it before it was too late! Good on you – very inspiring indeed!

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:17 am

Hey Laura

Glad you liked it and I’m glad it’s helping! Keep in touch
Ross

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Does Alkaline diet help fight cancers and other diseases?

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:17 am

I can’t legally state any benefit with regards to a specific symptom. Google “Dr Young YouTube Cancer” for more information

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I was diagnose ovarian cysts. I decide to cure naturally after reading books on “natural way to cure cysts’. One way to do it is by eating alkaline, eat organic and alkaline cleans the body. Can you please advice me how to go about on alkaline diet? . Actually I just started slowly on alkalizing myself 2 weeks ago.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:16 am

Hi Narima

These four videos will show you exactly how to get alkaline.

Also check out my main site at http://www.energiseforlife.com

Ross

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Video doesnt work on iphones

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:15 am

Hey Jason – I’m getting there. This will be active soon!

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Thanks for this video,,,I have been exactly as you said,,trying to be perfect but ending up eating mostly salad because I am not prepared…….I have recently been diagnosed with Celiac’s. I think it would really benefit me to be alkaline….I can’t wait for the next video……thanks

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:15 am

Hey Mary – glad it helped. I think this message is resonating with a lot of people!

Ross

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I would like to know where can I get IODINE since I should not eat spirulina or other seafood in alkaline diet?

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 20th, 2011 at 5:14 am

Hey – you can certainly still eat sea vegetables such as kelp and other sea greens that are very high in iodine. If you are very concerned I recommend an iodine supplement derived from kelp.

Ross

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This is my 2nd day of the alkaline diet and it is not as bad as I tho’t it was – so far- . I have been wondering tho about the convenience as well as the recipes needed to make this work. Thank you for the videos they are a great support.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 4:14 am

Hi Mary

2nd day! Well done – most people don’t even get STARTED with a new plan, let alone get past day two so you’re doing better than 90% of people!

These videos get more and more hands-on…I think you’re going to LOVE video 2

Good luck
Ross

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Hi Ross,

I have only just started, for the first time, on the Alkaline Diet and am feeling all the things you
spoke about in your video. So am really looking forward to your next one!

Suzi

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 4:15 am

Hey Suzi thats so cool. Video two should be ready for you on Wednesday

Ross

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Hey Ross,

This is all very exciting, frustrating and educations….. all at once!!

This is all very new to me, I started about 1 month ago and I have my great days, my averages days and absolute blow out days. Your video, Alkaline Diet Made Easy, has an important message that is easily forgotten when your head is full of ‘what can I eat’ questions. I will now be reminding myself that each meal I manage is better than not and to keep going as it will get easier. Even after a month, although I have a long way to go, it is getting a bit easier. About 10 days ago I realised I needed to plan my family meals more if I was ever going to succeed…. so after todays video, I guess I am on the right track with that line of thought.

I do have a quick question. I have purchased your Diet book, which I am just waiting on delivery (I’m in Australia) but every time I google alkaline foods not only do I get conflicting information, it’s very hard to get a complete list where I can just look a food up. I actually love to cook!! I have read that you deal with how the body treats the food and I understand where some of the conflicting information comes from. My question, is does the diet book have a clear and comprehensive list of which foods are alkaline or is there another book I can buy or something I can download. I have downloaded the 1 page acid/alkaline charts. I’m a mum and trying to keep my young boys feed whilst my husband and I are trying to move towards an alkaline diet is challenging. I’m also believe that some foods eaten on an empty stomach are different. If I just keep reading will I found out more about this??

Before I finish, I just wanted to say that I think you’re doing a fantastic job. I came to hear about this during a Tony Robbins UPW and I have learnt so much in just the month I have come across the alkaline concept and most of it has come from your great little videos and your website. Your passion about an alkaline diet/lifestyle is infectous.

I can’t thank you (or Tony Robbins) enough.

Cheers (with a green drink, of course)

Tracy

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 4:16 am

Hi Tracy

I heard about it from Tony Robbins too! Back in 2004….

You can download my food chart here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/list_of_alkaline_foods.php where it also explains WHY there are different charts and which you can trust.

Thanks
Ross

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Ross

Thank you. This is great. I read the PH Miracle years ago and never lasted more than a few days.

I’ve downloaded your course and looking forward to getting into it.

Great information. Thank you.

Davina

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 4:17 am

Hey Davina

Just make sure you keep in touch and let me know if you have any questions at all.

Ross

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Please could you send me details of Thursday’s Alkaline Diet Seminar.

Thanks

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 4:17 am

Hi Alecia

You can see more info here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/how-to-live-alkaline-live

Ross

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Love the video Ross Iam needing a little encouragement right now……

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 4:18 am

Keep going Denise – vids 2, 3 and 4 are more hands on and even more helpful!

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Hello Ross! I’m a Filipino and my family has been drinking alkaline water delivered by a refilling station. Thanks for your regular mails and videos which keep me updated with my alkaline diet. Just keep on sending new alkaline-foods recipes. I want to correct the over-acidification in my family’s daily meals. Though at present, I’m thankful that my family has no alarming diseases yet, my point is preventive through wise choice. I’m spreading the good news to some of my dear friends so they too can learn the benefits of eating alkaline foods. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORKS. Thanks for helping this world produce alkaline-eating individuals that will keep the doctors away!!! Cheers and more power!

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 4:18 am

Thanks for the encouragement Maibel – it means a lot!

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Hey Ross,
Thank you sooo much for this video.
I’m trying to go alkaline in order to support my daughter Nadia. She’s been unwell for a year or so.
Well your web page is so imformative and helpful. We are making some progress – thanks to yourself and to Dr Young. I bought The Ph Miracle. Am clear in my mind as to what I need to do and will endevour to make tiny foot steps.
I have just learned of a friend who has been given the shattering news that she has pancreatic cancer which has spread throughout her body like fire, in only a few months. She was told that medically nothing can be done to save her and that she can only expect to live a further 3 – 6 months. She is 30 years old, happily married and has a baby boy not even 12 months old.
She is a fighter by nature so I’m sure she will appreciate all the information I have passed on regarding your web page and of course The Ph Miracle book. She is far too unwell to look after herself but is already drinking home made green juice prepared by her mother.
Keep bringing it on Ross! We are sitting on the edge of our seats – glued to the screen!! Can’t wait for the next videos’.
A huge THANK YOU.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 5:13 am

Hi Carole

So sorry to hear about your friend – that is terrible news, but great to hear she is a fighter. NEVER give up.

You might find Dr Young’s youtube channel to be inspiring as he has lots of ex-cancer testimonials there:

http://www.youtube.com/user/pHMiracleCenter

Ross

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Denise Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 5:48 pm

Carole,
You might want to check into Dr. Schultze’s Incurables program. Just google it. He has saved many lives, and it sounds like your friend needs him! There is hope!

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Good Morning Ross

I have just watched your enthusiastic first video having recently downloaded your acid/alkaline food charts.

Just one question for now: Do you run workshops?

Thank you, have a great day.

Joanna

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 5:08 am

Hi Joanna

We have our only seminar of 2011 here:

http://www.energiseforlife.com/how-to-live-alkaline-live

Ross

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I’d need to examine with you here. Which isn’t one thing I often do! I take pleasure in studying a publish that may make individuals think. Additionally, thanks for allowing me to comment!

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Hi Ross,

I hope you don’t mind if I bombard you with some questions!

1. I think you may wish to slap me on the knuckles with a metal spoon for this one but I was wondering if V8 100% veggie juice with the addition of a scoop of green powder would work as a green drink substitute for the days when I am too lazy to clean my juicer or don’t have time?

2. I tend to add my pH drops directly to 1.5L Evian bottles to sit at throughout the day. How do you feel about alkaline water being sipped from plastic containers, should I switch to glass? Sorry, I know this is a bit of a random and off topic one but I thought I would fire it at you as you are such an all seeing all knowing chap!

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Anne-Marie Edwards Reply:
April 4th, 2011 at 5:25 pm

I am very hopeful,having just listened to your first video. While I wait to watch the second video I would like to see about finding a way to make my water alkaline.

I understand there are products out there that can be added to water to change the acidity.

Do you know which are good? I will check the health food store today.

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Energise Ross Reply:
April 5th, 2011 at 5:08 am

Hi Kris and Anne-Marie

I’ll answer your questions in order if that’s ok?

1. V8 isn’t great to be honest mate. It’s quite processed and ‘heat filled’ into the bottle/can which means any remaining nutrients are long gone. It is, of course, better than other soft drinks, but is no replacement at all for fresh vegetable juice.

2. Plastic bottles CAN be ok, but you want to make sure they’re safe. Have you downloaded my water guide here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/definitive-guide-alkaline-water-1.php – all plastics are explained there.

Anne Marie – pH drops do this! Read more here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/cat–pH-Drops-and-Capsules–PH_DROPS.html

Thanks
Ross

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Nice post. I was checking continuously this blog and I’m impressed! Extremely useful information particularly the last part I care for such information a lot. I was seeking this particular info for a very long time. Thank you and best of luck.

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Hi Ross

I have been eating alkaline for a week and I am more acidic than I was before I started I have heart burn and feel very acidic I broke out with pimples on my chin. I feel worse. Will this get better? Should I quit this diet? What am I doing wrong?

Marianne

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 21st, 2011 at 7:50 pm

Hi Marianne,

It all depends on what your diet was like BEFORE you started. If it was quite acid-forming, then you are likely to experience some detox symptoms as your body now knows it can finally get rid of all of the toxins it has been holding on to. The best thing you can do is stick with it(!), stay well hydrated and don’t let yourself get hungry.

This will pass soon.
Ross

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Hi Ross,

I can only cook twice a week because of my schedule. Yes yes yes I should get a life, not work so much, but I need it keeps me sane.
I don’t think I will be having much difficulties cooking more Alkaline, right on you are, I can not do it 100% and don’t want to. Is the food if I prepare it as Alkaline as I can still Alkaline if I freeze it and reheat in the microwave. I hate cooking in the microwave but since I can’t go home everyday and cook at home I take my homemade food along, put it in the fridge and then I can only heat it in a microwave where I work. They don’t have a stove.

Looking forward to your answer.

Olivia

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 21st, 2011 at 7:52 pm

Hi Olivia

Unfortunately microwaving is perhaps the worst thing you can do for your food. It destroys most of the goodness and also makes the food much more acid-forming. If you can, avoid microwaves altogether. I’ve not used one for 3 years now and I’ve never even thought about it – you don’t miss it at all. I’d say, you’re going to have to try and incorporate some quick meals into your diet such as salad wraps. Quick, easy and don’t need reheating!

Hope this helps.
Ross

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Olivia Reply:
March 31st, 2011 at 9:36 am

It is really hard because I want a warm big meal a day.
I have tried it now for a week not reheating but it is simply not nice.
Eating alkalyne is a picknick. It is easy but only eating a warm meal twice a week is not my thing. Now it is okay because we are heading for spring and summer but in the cold winters….oh boy!
So not the alkalyne choices but the reheating is the problem.

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Hi Ross,

I purchased your pdf and hardcopy Alkaline Diet Recipe book. It’s excellen!

You sent an email about additional bonuses with this package. Where/When do I receive
the bonuses? Were they supposed to come with the book?

You spoke of a two week diet plan. Where is that to be found?

I am looking forward to the guidance for getting started.

Thanks.

Kim

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 21st, 2011 at 7:52 pm

Hey Kimberley,

They’re on their way to you now.

Ross

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Hi Ross,
So glad i found your website, you are inspirational!!! I have severe rheumatiod arthritis and a friend suggested the alkaline diet, i have the Ph miracle and have just finished a 5 day cleanse which i found very tough. Now im doing the next 5 to 7 weeks with now complex carbs etc….. had a bit of a melt down yesterday just wanted something tasty…. I do have a lot of self control thats probably more down to the pain im in and the thought of being painfree. Here’s the question…. how long does it take for your body to balance out into an alkaline state?

Looking forward to hearing from you
karen

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 10th, 2011 at 4:45 am

Hi Karen

It’s a question I get asked a lot and I wish I could give a more definitive answer! It all really depends on what you were doing BEFORE and what you’re doing now. There are so many variables! But keep on moving in the right direction, day by day and in no time at all you’ll be feeling fantastic. As with most things with our health – you get out what you put in…

Sorry I can’t be more specific!
Ross

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Hi Ross

I have been diagnosed with diverticulitis disease and gastritis, and over the last 20 years i have suffered from stomach ulcers.
Will I benefit from this diet?, And if so, do I introduce it gradually into my diet, or do I change straight away
Thanks

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 10th, 2011 at 4:54 am

Hi Stu

I can’t legally comment on any specific condition. However, I believe that eating a diet rich in live, fresh vegetables and low sugar fruits, excellent hydration, smart supplementation and exercise while cutting out refined foods, fast foods, beer, trans-fats, pizza, chips etc would benefit anyone’s overall health.

You can go either way -if you want a fast result ‘hit’ then doing an alkaline cleanse is a good start – or for more sustainable, and long-term results, go gradual.

Ross

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Hi Ross
i am a bit dissapointed to see i have no answer to my question…….i know you are busy but……..i did enjoy your second video.
thanks for the info.

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 10th, 2011 at 5:17 am

Am catching up now – was at UPW all weekend…

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Hi Ross
nice video, im looking forward to see the others.
are the tablets safe to take with medication???and with other vitamins??
my husband has cholesterol and he is taking Lipitor at night.
Are the tablets too big in size to swallow??
As for me I have on going gastritis and I would like to try it too.
thank you very much

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 10th, 2011 at 5:24 am

Hi Pili – this is really something you have to speak with your doctor about. The diet of normal foods should be fine, but you will have to check that supplements don’t interact with medications.

I always recommend speaking with your doctor.

Ross

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My question is how do you make the ratio 70% alkaline 30% acid. For example if I have a green salad for dinner with lots of alki veggies can I add some tuna for the acid part. I also have a filter on my tap at home do I have to add ph drops to the water ?

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 10th, 2011 at 5:25 am

Hi Sandy

Here is my super guide to alkaline water: Alkaline Water Guide – it’s totally free.

For the 70/30 – it’s purely visual, just cover 70-80% of your plate with alkaline stuff!
Ross

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the causes of acidity

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Hello!

Just wanted to say the video was very inspirational!!!!!

Tammy

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 10th, 2011 at 5:28 am

Thanks Tammy!

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Ross,
You’re a tease! I love you man but you got get to the point… and I wish you stopped selling how great you ideas are going to be when you give them up, and give them already!

Just lost 12 minutes of my busy life thinking I was going to get some advice on how to make an alkaline diet easy. I got lots of encouragements and don’t be perfect and all that, but no real tricks on making my diet alkaline.

Please, please, please, find a way to be more concise.

Jean

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 10th, 2011 at 5:28 am

Hi Jean

Tease not intended! As you can see from the other comments, the positive to negative feedback on the vid is about 290 to 10. I’m happy with that!

Hope you enjoyed video 2.

Ross

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Hi Ross, I don’t see a reply to my comment of yesterday, that there is too much chitchat going on and you are not giving us what we tuned in for. It becomes very annoying when we receive emails with the promise of information that will make this alkalizing a bit easier BUT having to listen to chitchat and then being promised that at some future time we will be given the information is very disturbing. If you are really and truly interested in giving us the promised information, then PLEASE get on with it, or will I have to order a book or something from you to get the information. Please advise. Barbara
ps are you noticing that I am getting cranky without my regular protein ???

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Energise Ross Reply:
March 10th, 2011 at 5:29 am

Hi Barbara

Heh, go have some pulses, they’ll protein you up!

As you can see from the other comments, the positive to negative feedback on the vid is about 290 to 10. I’m happy with that!

Hope you enjoyed video 2.

Ross

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Hi Again Ross& Friends! : ) Greetings from Oz!! : )

Don’t understand what the box above means…”website” what am i supposed to put in there!!??

My question is can we be too Alkaline??
My PH in the morning is usually 8 or 9!! I have been doing the Alkaline plan for 4 months! I am working hard to reverse my arthritis & reduce weight! So according to Dr Young principles i drink 7 litres of Alkaline / Green water daily! Also take clay & his salts & sea salt & Marine Calcium. Breakfast is 1 litre of fresh raw Veg Juice, 1 grapefruit, Lunch & Dinner have 2 salads a day with avocado! Just have the same thing every day! During this time the only “cheating” i have done is that a couple of times a week i have 2 teaspoons of ice cream, its so hard to stop at 2 teaspoons but i do it! Very frustrating coz i don’t know if i have lost weight coz can’t weigh due to the fact that i have been in a wheelchair for 3 months as i had a very bad car accident 12 fractured ribs & cannot weight bear on my fractured leg (8 screws & plate inserted) till end of March then have to learn to walk again! But i will do it!! Was on this plan before my accident but i know the Alkaline diet & water would enhance the process of helping bone growth & healing my body! : )

Do you have a good salad dressing that you use??
Beside the 2 tsps of ice cream, the only thing i have that is “acidic” is commercial salad dressing coz i have not got around to making my own salad dressing!!

What was your inspiration to start the Alkaline programme???
Did you have any particular health challenges!! It must be so great to be involved with Dr Young! Have you have the Live Blood Analysis? Hard to find someone to do it in Oz (in my area) the way Dr Young looks at it??!!

Contacting Dr Young via his website??
I have sent Dr Young through his PH Miracle sit,e a question 6 weeks ago, re can we be too Alkaline & i have bought 3 of his books! But i was so disppointed his group has not answered my question! I appreciate the fact that he must be extremely busy & in such great demand but i thought some assistant might answer sometime! Do you know if there is a blog site where he or his assistants answer questions???

Thank You so much for hopefully answering my questions! : ) ( I do hope you can? )
You must be doing a GREAT job helping so many people!
I sincerely look forward to hearing from you!

Wishing You & Your Staff a Happy Alkaline Day with lots of Light & Energy!! : )
Yours Naturally,
Karen : )

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Hi Ross

I am short on money these days… Can I loss weight by just drinking the green drink. Do I need to take all of the many supplements?

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Hi Ross!
I’m in an alkaline diet since february 19, 2011 and I fell great !!! I’ve lost 14 pounds and my arthritis pains are almost gone and my acid reflux and heartburns disapperared. I like this video because it tells exactly my situation. I don’t know recipes and I’m always eating the same alkaline vegetables
and lemon water. I hope your next videos will help me find new ways to eat.
Thanks a lot for your excellent advice and for helping others to become healthier. God bless you.
Sincerely,
Amarylis

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Hi Ross,

this is my second go at transiting to Alkaline. A week in this time, and so far so good.
And you are so right, it needs to be easy to prepare (even though I enjoy discovering new tastes and mix), easy to shop for and enjoyable to eat! and easy does it…I have learned that much!

Here, I just want to say a big thank you for all the support and guidance you are providing. I was not aware of this help the first time round, and it makes a difference! I appreciate the way you are connected, holding and encouraging. Your conviction and commitment are contagious.

Look forward to the next messages from you.

Kind regards and many blessings

Nathalie

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Ross Great Video!! Hi Ross & Friends!! : )

Could you please explain to me briefly when you drink lots of Alkaline Water what happens to the acidity in the stomach (the acid bath that supposed to be there?? Or if you prefer to tell me somewhere to read in Dr Youngs Books to find that info for clarification?? : )

Thanks Your Webisite is Amazing – An Inspiration!
I want to be an affiliate as soon as i get my website up & running!!

A personal question…Do you really live in Australia???
Do you have a branch in Australia??
Are your products sent from the UK??

Yours Naturally Karen : )

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Hi Ross
great video.
i have a question, as I am currently breastfeeding and was wondering if it is safe to take chlorella?
Also since I was pregnant I started to eat meat againn after being veggie for 10 years.
All the meat I eat is organic and is cooked at a low temperature, what are your thoughts on this?
Does slow cooking reduce acidity of meat?
I have been following Weston A Price style diet, which uses a lot of diary (all raw, so alkaline)
would just like to have a bit more of an idea of how I can incorporate the two diets.
As I believe both are health giving and the research that Weston Price is fascinating regarding native people and their longevity.
Thanks for ur time
Bec

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Hey Ross,
I have recently been told Apple cider vinegar is good to take, is it alkaline??

Thanks Dale

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hallo dear Ross,

I`d like to know, if sprouts (soyasprouts, beans mungo,kamut sprouts etc.) are good for Alkaline?
and also Miso? I have been vegetarian for about 12 years and some people say yes some no now I`m confused or are there any?

Thank You very much, regards M.

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Hi Ross & the team

This diet lifestyle is awesome, I have so much energy, I sleep better, wake up earlier ready to go, feel & look younger & have lost 1/2 stone in a week without feeling hungry, in fact I am fuller. The green drinks seem to satisfy my hunger.
I am now in the second week of the program & getting results on my urine ph which is now 7, really impressed with myself as when I started I was ph of 4.5.
Last night I fell off the wagon & had a bottle of wine with friends, it was a bit scary when I thought about drinking acid, it did’nt taste very nice either and it lowered my ph this morning, but with the lemon, salts & green drinks I have managed to raise it again. In future I will be thinking twice about having a drink, its not worth the damage!
Anyway thanks for inspiring me to change my lifestyle & keep up the good work.
Thanks buddy.

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Hi Ross,
Thank you so much for what you shared in this video. Just a few days ago I learned about the benefits of eating alkaline foods, so I’m just getting started and really excited about it. Your message really speaks to my experience as a beginner. It’s so easy to want to give it all up when I give in to old habits ~ I tend to beat myself up really bad and feel like a hopeless case. But, I am back at the program this morning and determined to make this fun. I found some real encouragement in your message ~ thank you!

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How do you cope with not having alcohol in a social capacity or do you? is it all about the moderation? Do you choose certain alcohols over others? Is there something I can take maybe before and after to help alkaline?

I understand smoking is a big no no as the cigarette contains sugar. Actually drinking wine and smoking cigarettes were always a real addiction for me and once I was on that cycle I found it difficult to get off. However if I went a few days without smoking I really had no desire and the same with wine, but when I started wine I couldn’t stop and yet I had no interest in other spirits. When I identified and gave up the foods which were causing my allergies I had no desire to smoke or drink wine. Now I know I reason!

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There was no video at the top of the screen at all – which was a shame because I would like to hear about the ‘five minute acid crusher’!

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Hi,

I am an Indian. A lot of foods and recepies provided by you would be something that I cannot apply in my everyday cooking.

Please provide insight with respect to indian foods and cooking styles so that I can include the changes in my diet.

Love

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 25th, 2011 at 5:03 am

Hi Kokil – the Alkaline Diet Recipe Book I’ve created contains Indian meals. Watch videos 2 & 3 above and you’ll see how I did it.

Cheers
Ross

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Ross,

just a quickie…..what are you’re thoughts on Rye Bread? Also, what are the best (tablet form) alkalizing suppliments that you could recommended? I am not intrested in taking green drinks etc but am happy to take 1/2 tablets a day………..

Kind regards,

Victoria

ps….where/when are you next running courses?

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 22nd, 2011 at 5:12 am

Hey Victoria

Firstly on the courses – they’re all online, not at a physical location. I’m COMPLETELY revamping my ALkaline Lifestyle Course in the next couple of months and it will be very, very awesome. I’ll email as soon as it’s ready.

Rye bread is still acid-forming, but obv nowhere near as bad as normal white. Sprouted is def the best and you can get this pretty much everywhere these days.

For greens in tablets Mega Greens are the best option – BUT promise me if you don’t take the greens as powder you will still get your 3-4 litres of water each day!

Ross

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Hello Team,

I have v healthy diet make my own milk with soya beans or almond /hemp with brown rice. But on a occasion I have bloating especially before about a week before my period. I also excerise strongly 5 /7 days a week.

I also have the Youg salts after exercise and just have water during exercise. BUt i do feel tired bjust before my period and am bloated in the tummy region. And sometimes i have reddish tint on the rimes of my eyes.

Have you any suggestions, to help me. I also have ulcerative colitis but otherwise in good health.

Thanks

Kathryn

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 22nd, 2011 at 5:06 am

Hi Kathryn

Could your UC be playing a role in your health just before this time each month? I would suggest making sure you get at least 3 tablespoons of omega 3 around this time and also up your green veg juices to make sure you’re getting plenty of chlorophyll – this should help with the energy levels and the bloating.

Ross

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Dear Ross,
I am a very newbie to the alkaline diet. I have two questions. !) What is the best time and method for checking the pH of urine? and 2) Do you have a cookbook? I would love to have some recipes! Thank you and looking forward to the remaining videos!

Cynthia

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 21st, 2011 at 12:47 am

Hi Cynthia

I’m just working on some kick ass bonuses for my recipe book and it will be relaunched in the next few days! It’s going to ROCK!

For the pH test – all is explained here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2006/04/12/alkaline-test-how-to-test-your-ph-levels-saliva-urine/

Thanks
Ross

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Hey Ross,
I have just recently been informed about the alkaline diet and i must say thank you very much. Right now im struggling a little financially, but i would like to start and continue and alkaline diet, if you could show us a couple ways we can still stay active in the alkaline diet, while staying within a budget, im a single working class women and would like to start to properly take care of myself (because i am only 21) without causing myself any more financial debt…..and with the comment left about the EU laws, i was unaware of that and would like to know if you would be able to tell me where’s the most accredited place for me to find information on the EU laws that could be changing. And you stated that if we were selling herbs we would no longer be able to, but are we still able to grow them???? Just curious and concerned thanks for all your help…..

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 21st, 2011 at 12:46 am

Hey Nichole

“where’s the most accredited place for me to find information on the EU laws that could be changing”

I WOULD LOVE TO KNOW THAT TOO! The support we get in the industry is absolutely shocking and we get ZERO information until some complex sub-law changes slightly and we then get an instant threat to change everything or get sent to court.

There is absolutely no collaboration on this at all or support for retailers or practitioners. I found about that EU law from the comment here! Thankfully this doesn’t affect us, but with a slightly different product range…who knows what the outcome would have been.

We are REALLY lucky we have a great guy at the Food Standards Agency who has been an absolute legend with us and so supportive. Not sure what we would have done without him!

NOW, regarding your situation, the best way to stay active with the alkaline diet is the same as without the alkaline diet. Alkalising doesn’t and shouldn’t affect your workouts/exercise regime.

If nothing else get walking/running a few times per week at least.

For the herbs, you can grow any of these, you just can’t sell them to someone else or ‘prescribe’ them.

Ross

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Hi Ross,

Love your website and your teachings of how to become alkaline. Been “trying” since January of this year and learning soooo much! I bought a ton of your vitamins. Thank You! I wanted to comment about the licorice tea… I found out that it can raise your blood pressure. I tried it and although it was delicious it did infact raise my blood pressure which lately had been on the high side. Comments?

Thank you!

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 21st, 2011 at 12:41 am

Hi Christine

Thanks for the love!

Licorice tea, like lots of other herbal teas CAN have lots of effects, positive and negative, and it is unfortunately a risky thing to just presume all herbal teas are good for everyone – herbs can be powerful!

I’m going to be interviewing a herbal expert called John Gallagher soon (learningherbs.com) so will go through this in depth with him.

From an ‘alkaline’ point of view, almost all herbal teas are fine – but look into what else they do too!

Ross

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Hi Ross
Thank you so much for puting this information out to us – we need someone like to you to put us on the right track. I have been given it my best shot to live an Alkaline lifestyle for the last 2 years. Am also interested to know your thoughts about baking-soda in your pure water (as per Lou’s question). Look forward to hearing from you.
Many thanks
Paula

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 18th, 2011 at 4:35 am

Hey Paula

See below. There is no one thing you can do, it is a combination of lots of key things that makes the big difference. People get obsessed with their pH on pH strips – but while this is a good measure, THE WAY YOU LOOK AND FEEL is the best measure.

Eat alkaline, drink alkaline and exercise well and it will all be good!

Ross

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Hey there! Thanks for all your wonderful help!

I’ve been told that it’s good to “alkalize” my water by adding a pinch of non-aluminum baking soda…(I drink purified water that’s also been oxygenated). Do you agree? My ph certainly comes out alkaline when I do this, but I also heard that it’s only a “mask” and really isn’t doing that much good.

I would greatly value your opinion.

Thank you!

Lou

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 18th, 2011 at 4:34 am

Hi Lou

It would help but you defnitely need to make your diet more alkaline too and get exercising. IT’s not that it is a mask, more that it is short term if done in isolation.

Ross

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Yes they were going to ban herbs and vitamins at the end of April 2011. An article came out today saying the UK are going to defy EU Laws by not banning them and giving the people choice.So all good.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 18th, 2011 at 4:33 am

Yep – at the moment is mostly related to TCM and Chinese herbs, but is a sad reflection of the direction the EU is going. PLUS these herbs are only not banned for practitioners. If we WERE selling any of these herbs we would now no longer be able to.

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Hi Ross

I am really looking forward to the next videos. I´ve started introducing some basics into my daily routine diet and I already feel lighter and more energized.
Thanks for the guidance in helping us out.
Santiago

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 17th, 2011 at 8:44 am

Hey Santiago (love your name!)

No worries – glad I could help!

Ross

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Hi Ross,

Thank you so much for the video! You are absolutely right about everything you have said in here. Planning is the key for sucess in all regards in our lives.

Thanks once again,

Neurilene

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 17th, 2011 at 8:37 am

Thanks Naurilene!

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We enjoyed your video but we are waiting for your help in telling us the easy and tasty things you make to keep the diet interesting, easy and fun as you say it is. We had hoped that was going to be on this video so we could proceed in a more productive way, instead of the hit and miss way we are going. For instance, what can you eat when you are craving something yummy (ice cream, chocolate, cookies) which we can’t have. We also like a variety of roasted veggies(yams, carrots, potatoes, onions, parsnips etc). We use either coconut, grapeseed, or virgin olive oil. We eat organic when ever we can get it. We are very appreciative of your help…..many Thanks.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:15 pm

Hello the Coplands!

That is all coming in the next 3 videos – see at the top of the screen?

I’ll let you know when they’re available…you’ll LOVE ‘em!

Ross

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Liked your video. Just starting to work with the idea of toxins being in the body… Learned about toxins on board a cruise ship and believe it makes some sence to clear the liver, kidneys and body of toxin…. So I’m trying and so the help would be great. The cost of all this is primary as to weather it is possible. Otherwise I will have to find my own way!!!!! For sure I will continue to watch.
Chuck

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:16 pm

Eating alkaline-rich, nutrient-dense foods and staying properly hydrated will definitely clear toxins from your body.

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Hi Ross, I recently downloaded your food chart and was wondering why most of the grains and beans that feature on page 5 (The detailed list of Alkaline foods) also appear under the acidic section of your chart on page 4 (The At-A-Glance Acid/Alkaline Food List). Is this a mistake or have you put some acidic foods on page 5 for a reason? Just making sure I’m eating the right foods!

Many Thanks

Lewis

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:17 pm

Hi Lewis

There is an updated chart coming very soon as I have noted one or two typos on that one. There ARE some legumes that are acidic and some that are alkaline – but they shouldn’t appear twice!

Ross

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Hi Ross

Is there any form of sweetner that is ok to use occasionally?

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:17 pm

Hey Toni

Stevia is the best of the bad bunch – but please keep it occasional.

Ross

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Hi Ross, Thank you so much for not just “leaving us to it” your commitment is so on each page,it goes along way when you know you are backing us all the way. I know the diet works, but with the people I used before for guidance pretty much left me to it. Not all there fault but I am afraid I need continual back up. Yes and it looks like I have found my man. You are so on the button. The web site second to none. I value this info your now putting out, like I say it really does work,what my understanding of it is how come I know it works and I just go the wrong way so frustrating. I cant thank you enough for the encouragement you are now giving us. I truly believe this is going to make all the difference.
Many thanks
Sharon

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:05 pm

Sharon – your words make my day! Thanks so much!

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Sharon Keen Reply:
February 19th, 2011 at 3:56 pm

Your more than welcome

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After really bad Flu v12 months ago I had really chronic post-viral syndrome that affected all my joints and muscles making all movement really painful and difficult. Desperate to stop taking anti-inflammatory medication I searched the web for a diet that might help. I stumbled upon your web site and it seemed to make sense – so down loaded the food chart and decided to have a go! Because I was a vegetarian aleady I the main changes I had to make were stopping diary, eggs and wheat. The hardest thing I find is not drinking wine which is a very popular pass time amongst my friends!!

The fantastic news I wanted to share with you is that I am now free of the medication and pretty mobile again!! I have recently purchased the recipe book together with the 10 day diet plan which I am about to start! My goals are to loose weight that I gained during my uillness and get really fit for the summer. Thanks peeps!

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:06 pm

Hey Barbara – that’s FANTASTIC! I’m so happy for you!

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Hi Ross – brilliant video. I have been alkalising for 9 weeks now and was going great guns……then had a 4 day family trip to Ireland last weekend and it all went to pot!!! ISome of the problem was my own – but I found some temptation of foods too great. Some were out of my control as we were in the country side and alkaline foods were not always on the menu. I came home and I feel sick, uncomfortable etc etc. I am back alkalising now so will be feeling great again soon.

BUT ……..I am now already getting panicked about a holiday I have coming up in 14 weeks time. I am going to Boston, USA for almost 3 weeks for a wedding. I feel I will be in the same situation as I was in Ireland….i.e where I am staying with family who have no idea what alkalising is…plus I dont like to offend people by not eating what they prepare and cook. PLUS again as with Ireland not all places I will be visiting with family will not have alkaline foods on the menu.

I serioiusly need a coping strategy in place for this trip so advice would be welcome

Thanks very much
Eileen

PS – Love the video, and the reason that my first 9 weeks were so easy was because I did plan all my shopping and meals as you mention in the video. This makes it SO simple to follow – so this is really a great tip for everyone

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:08 pm

Hey Eileen

It is tough when you’re not in control of the meals being cooked – and you just have to do your best to stick to the core principles:

1) keep hydrated
2) drink your greens
3) have a salad with every meal (and FOR some meals)
4) exercise as best you can!

America on the East cost is a lot better than the West I’ve found in my experience so far for alkalising!

If you try and stick to those four principles then you will hopefully not feel too bad and you’ll maintain a decent level of alkalinity.

Ross

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Eileen Reply:
February 17th, 2011 at 10:19 am

Brilliant – thanks Ross

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hi
what Dr young telling is cent percent correct in the case of alkaline food
and the nutrilite company also using the alkaline food supplements only..

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:09 pm

Hi Paramasivam

Yep – Dr Young is right – stick to alkaline foods and alkaline supplements and you’re set!

Ross

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Really enjoyed video- it made feel good!-
Had a quick question- Is Stevia ok to have in my tea-ps how does licorice tea rate?
Regards Nic

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 4:59 am

Hey Nic

Stevia is the best of a bad bunch. I know Dr Young uses is in some of his transitional recipes – but you should definitely use it sparingly and aim to transition away from it.

Licorice tea would be at least neutral, so its a good addition. I hear its good for digestion too…

Ross

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I have what doctors call a geographic tongue, which has fissures and a few tiny bumps. Does acidity have anything to do with this condition? Will an alkaline diet remedy this condition?

Thank you for your support and all your efforts to help us.

Mar

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 5:00 am

If you follow Dr Young’s theory that there is only one sickness (over-acidification) and one cure (a good pH balance) then yes, this would be the case. My suggestion is that living alkaline (lots of fresh food, exercise, proper hydration etc) can’t hurt! Always check with a physician before making any big lifestyle changes though.

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Hi Ross: Enjoyed the video and thanks for the email. Balanced pH cooking has made a HUGE difference in how I feel physically and emotionally. I am very much looking forward to your tips and cookbook.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:10 pm

Hey Janet – that’s great to hear!

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The video was really fabulus!

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 11:10 pm

Thanks Marji – glad you liked it!

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Ross thanks for what you do. I’m just getting started on cleaning up my acidic lifestyle. Any pointers or tips please feel free to send them my way.

Thanks,

John

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 1:39 am

Hey John – my biggest tip right now? Watch the next 3 videos!

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My husband is not diabetic but has periphel neurophy and suffers with cold feet and not sleeping. What would you suggest?

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 1:39 am

Hi Margaret – I can’t answer specific symptom based questions here, legally.

Sorry
Ross

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Ross:

Watched the video this morning. I am anxious to see the other ones you have come up with. I was diagnosed with colon cancer 2 years ago and it has come back. I read about the alkaline diet a while ago and since we already eat a ton of veggies I thought it wouldn’t be to hard to switch but I was wrong. My husband is a big meat eater so it is hard to not do meat with dinner. We are working on it but it hard so I am looking forward to seeing the cookbook and getting some good recipes that hopefully will convince him that he can do without meat at least part of the time. Thank you for all the info.

Karen

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 1:40 am

Hey Karen

In the position you are in you are perfectly placed to get LOADS out of the next three videos – the next one in particular!

You’re going to love them!

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Hi Ross –

thank you for the tips you shared in your video! I believe you are spon-on! Also have found that by carrying a couple of small fuji apples with me during the day helps me to stay on my alkaline-track. Thanks again,

Sue

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 1:41 am

No worries Sue, glad you like the content!

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Hello Ross, you hit the nail right on the head! Exactly, running around looking for something different to eat,things tasting so bland, when ever I cook something i’ve lost my appetite i start eating apple pies & custard, ice creams etc, I’m a bit demoralised at the moment, but thank goodness for your video, bucked me up some, i’ll certainly watch them Many thanks JOHN B.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 1:42 am

John – you’ve just gotta get back on it and start again, but slowly slowly. Don’t try to do it all at once, just take a simple step forward every single day.

Ross

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Hi Ross – I have just started doing the alkaline diet and can already feel a fantastic improvement in my energy levels. I am learning more and more every day but really wanted to know from you whether the ph drops and the green powders are safe to take during pregnancy – especially the early stages of pregnancy.

I would appreciate any advice you have.

Many thanks

Renee

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 1:49 am

Hi Renee

It all depends on what your diet and lifestyle was like BEFORE you got pregnant. Basically you don’t want to do ANYTHING that could induce detox symptoms, or for toxins to be released into your bloodstream as this obviously will affect your baby. Same goes right throughout breastfeeding too.

So if you were using supplements like this for a few months before you were pregnant then you should be great, but if you are just starting now, I would advise you to be cautious.

Definitely check it over with a nutritionally aware health professional…

Ross

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Renee Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 10:56 am

Thank you! I only started a month or so ago so I think I will take your advice and err on the side of caution. I will definitely try to find a health professional familiar with the alkaline approach and talk it over with them too.

In the meantime I intend to continue eating all the wonderful food this diet allows – it has changed the way I feel completely!!

R

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Hi Ross
I became interested in the alkaline diet when my friend had breast cancer and went to see Dr Young and thankfully got the all clear last year. My mum became ill around the same time however sadly died not long after a very short battle with cancer – we knew very little about the diet then.

I had my blood analysed 8 months ago and I have been trying to keep my diet going with limited success, it is very hard to make the transition especially when you have a family.

When I do follow the diet I do not feel that much better for it, I have IBS, painful breasts from time to time, joint pain and lots of sensitivities to some foods and supplements. I drink 1litre of water a day with lemon and take the PHruits and PHoliage (I am not keen on drinking it all day so I drink the required amount at once and then drink water for the rest of the day), I take PH drops, use himalyan salt, cook with coconut oil and am trying my utmost to cut out sugars. How long does it take to feel a whole lot better??? Any advice would be gratefully received. Many thanks Christine

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 12:55 am

Hi Christine – thats a really hard question to answer because there is a whole heap more that could be influencing how you feel. Are you taking exercise too? Also are you using an omega oil supplement?

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Thank you Ross, enjoyed your video and looking forward to the others.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 12:54 am

Nice one – next one is coming on Thurs and if you liked this you will LOVE the next one. It blows this one out of the water…!

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Hey Ross, just popped in to thank you, so much, for all the resources you provide.

I’m doing really well now, have lots of energy and the weight is coming off (although I feel that is secondary to the energy getting, which is amazing in itself, as weight had always been my primary reason for any ‘diet’ in the past.)

I would not be where I am if it were not for your help, I really believe that. You’ve helped change my view of everything to do with my body, food and health. It all makes perfect sense now and it’s easy to make the right choices.

Thank you from the bottom of my healthier heart!

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 12:47 am

Hey Karen

GREAT to hear from you and I am SO glad it’s going so well for you. You’ve made my day, week, month and year – that’s so cool.

Please keep in touch
Ross

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Thanks for the video Ross,

Really looking forward to the next installment. (& appreciated the comment about not having to be perfect…took a lot of pressure off…because it is indeed difficult!)

Cheers
Susan

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 12:46 am

It’s coming tomorrow Susan – you’ll love it!

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I have a hard time getting my ph level up over 6.5 and keeping it there. I look at the list
and am not real fond of alot of what’s there. I suppose this is about changing my mind set.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 12:15 am

Its about taking it slowly, one day, one meal at a time. You, especially, are going to LOVE the next video!

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I have just started the alakaline diet/way of eatting. I do feel much better eatting this way. I still get cravings for bread and sweets? What do you suggest, to help get past these cravings, I am trying very hard not to give into temptation, I have read about some kind of nut mixture that you can make that is bread like, Is there a receipe for this? What do you suggest?
I am slowly adding the alakaline way into my household. I have a type 2 Diabetic and a son with “Ring of fire”, ADHD. They are some what resistant to change, but I do the best I can when they eat meals at home.
My question is: What advise can you give if money is tight and still live alkaline for a whole family?
As of yet, I have not been able to purchase your products, supplements or cookbook, and the receipes you gave on line are a great start and a great guide.
I also have family in Japan in the military and some products and fresh vegetable are hard to come by. What do suggest to help them get started?
What do you suggest starting to purchase to help us all move forward to be more alakaline?
I look forward to seeing the other videos.
Thank you for all the information you put out in your videos, the information is very enlightening.
Thank you
Debbie Deveney

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 16th, 2011 at 12:14 am

Hi Debbie – there are a LOT of questions in there and most will be answered by the next three videos.

With regards to your cravings, this will happen but will slowly go away, the best thing you can possibly do is not give in. If you are getting big sugar and carb cravings you need to eat something (not sugary or carby) because they will just stay there otherwise and drive you crazy.

Sprouted bread is a great option (available from Holland & Barrett and I think Tesco nowadays) and so are nuts and seeds. The fat in the nuts will help tremendously.

Stay tuned for the next vids – they’ll really help you in this situation!
Ross

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I had a massive headache for two days is this normal.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 3:36 am

Hi Carol

It depends on what you’ve done – can you give more detail?

Ross

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Hi: I have just had a R mastectomy, and possible will need it again on the L. My Ph has been between 5-6 for the past several years. I have tried to do alkaline diet, but am having trouble finding recipes. Do you have a cookbook. I even went to the library and did’nt find any. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and God Bless Sharon

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 3:06 am

Hi Sharon

I do indeed have a cook book and it will be available in around a week with a bunch of really awesome bonuses too.

Hold on for just a few more days!
Ross

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Hello Ross:

I am looking forward to your videos. Now, I feel a bit the fool as I am a rather good cook and have been cooking personally and professionally for years. No, I am not a chef, but I am a pretty darned good cook. The problem is, as much as I want to alkalize my life, I have no idea where to start. So, as I said at the start, I look forward to your videos.

I live in a rural community. I plan to do my own organic gardening this season, and want to start my own “grow op” whereby I can have fresh greens during the winter months. We do not have access to a health food store, and the big supermarkets carry a very limited supply of the right kind of grains and pulses to get the job done. I don’t have and don’t plan to have a credit card so internet ordering is not an option. Any advice?

Thanks again.

I look forward to the next video lesson.

Bobbi

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 3:06 am

Hi Bobbi

You can definitely get by with just the fresh stuff and a limited amount of grains/pulses – and there are very few that I use everyday that you wouldn’t be able to find.

The next vids will explain more!

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I look forward for your next video. I’m sure, like most of us all i have problem with loosing weight. I tried diet but the problem is i tend to eat more. I also have this habit where the more i am stress, the more i’ll eat. It is difficult for me to go on diet because of this habits and i always want to much some thing if I’m to reduce my intake….I really want to loose weight and i look forward for your advice

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 3:04 am

Hi Perrie

A good change of thinking might be to see it more as a lifestlye and less as a diet. This really isn’t like other ‘diets’ that are extreme, short term and nothing like you intend to eat in the future (after the diet).

This is a really simple approach to eating, drinking and exercising that doesn’t demand perfection, can fit in with your social life but get you amazing results.

Ross

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Hi Ross. Thank you so much for your work. The world needs people like you.
I discovered alkaline diet few years ago, but the book just stayed on my shelf and I didn´t take it seriously until I got anxiety and stress. I didn´t have a chance to eat normal abroad and I got very stressed. When I arrived I immediately knew that the greens will make me feel better and I cut out sugar from my menu because I went to depression and I was feeling very bad. But after some months i just thought ok i think it´s enough… but my problems didn´t fade away so fast. And you are right, the problem is that when you don´t have a plan, you will fail. For example eat 70/30 each meal. I started to do this, but then again I couldnt cut out fruits. It´s really hard, but I used techniques like, 100% alkaline only in the evenings. I have thought about replacing foods: milk, eggs, cutlets, meat… with same kind of food. Does your recipe book have these kind of recipes? What can you tell about tinnitus Ross. Do I need colloids for this? That´s one of the reasons I´m trying to get on alkaline diet. And also are foods in your recipe book cheap, cause I find alkaline diet very expensive right now, although I don´t want to excuse anything, it´s worth this money.
Anyway it´s really hard when everybody around you eat “bad”. But I feel like I´m doing good. I want to buy your recipe book, does it contain all these recipes? Thanks.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 3:03 am

Aww thanks Diana!

The Recipe Book will be available with a bunch of bonuses soon – and YES it will contain all of the meals/recipes you could ever need! Like my approach in this video it is very realistic and contains a great range of recipes from transitional to 100% alkaline. I think it will really suit you.

From the sounds of it you’re definitely moving in the right direction and doing great so just a few tweaks will get you there!

Ross

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thank you. Planning meals around someone who doesn’ t want to give up junk food is hard; can’t wait to see the other videos; being perfect is not fun, and not fun to be around. Hardest thing is what food to eat, and not get boring. Some foods on lists, I have no idea what they are, where to find them, and how to use them except in prepared recipes. So, very interested in the next videos.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:58 am

Hey Susan – the next vids will def help with this!

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Thanks so Ross! I have gone through all these stages you talked about and yes – perfection was my main issue, so I’ve been trying to stay raw for 3 years now – always going off and on and my excuse is I have no health issues for now, so my off days aren’t doing me any harm, but that was until a few months ago that I started dealing with really bad allergies and it gets very bad when I eat sweets (my weakness…) this is a huge sign I have to take care of my health now -so this ends up being the only health issue I have to deal with.
I am very looking forward to your next videos, so I can easily transition for good and no worries about getting sick again!
Sandra

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:58 am

Hey Sandra

It’s crazy that we try to be perfect – over and over – even when it is the 1 thing that is causing us to trip up!

That one simple change in approach can make a big difference.

Good luck and keep in touch
Ross

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Hi Ross,

I loved the video.Thanks so much for help to people.

All the best
Tania

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 14th, 2011 at 11:12 pm

Thanks so much Tania – I really appreciate the positive feedback! It’s a bit scary putting yourself out there like this and more often than not people only give feedback on things like this if it is negative – so you get a bit of a distorted view!

So thanks a mil for getting my day off to the best possible start!

Ross

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A million thanks, Ross! This is my eighth day, still haven’t taken an OTC pill for my acid reflux. It isn’t gone but it is easier to control with lemon water, and occasionally, ACV. I haven’t fallen off the wagon yet, have not felt deprived, really not even especially hungry…here’s the BIG DEAL! As of this morning, 6 lbs. gone, with a goal of 40 lbs. more in mind. I did bend the rules a bit on Friday evening by having a glass of organic merlot, but I wanted only one glass, better than the usual two or three.

Do you have a resource for a more extensive list of alkaline foods? As I’m planning to order your recipe book, does it include US measures, or will I need to recaluculate?

It was a fortunate day indeed when I found you on the internet. Thank you SO SO SO much!

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 14th, 2011 at 11:17 pm

Shelley!

Wow! What another great comment to read first thing in the morning. Firstly – CONGRATS on being able to cut back on the reflux OTCs. Of course, if there are any prescribed medications for your reflux then I always strongly advise you talk this all through with your Dr.

That you’ve gone 8 days without giving up is just awesome – you’ve already done the hardest bit. Don’t stress about having a glass of wine – thats fine.

The alkaline food list here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/list_of_alkaline_foods.php is the most exhaustive list we have at the moment, and I presume you already have this? I am adding to it all the time and it will get another heap of food added in the next week or so!

For the recipe book – if you order the bundle (eBook and Paperback – it’s the same price as just the paperback) then the eBook is all converted into US. Once I can afford it(!) I will be publishing a specific USA paperback too, but the conversions are quite minimal. The feedback from both sides of the pond has been unreal.

I hope this all helps! Have a great day
Ross

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LOVE all you say…thanks xx

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 14th, 2011 at 11:18 pm

Straight back at ‘cha Ruthie!

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Ross: I have been mainly going alkaline for 2 weeks now. A lot has been trial and error as to what works for me and what doesn’t. My question is: I have acid reflux as well as the acidic ph. Some of the great ideas like lemon in water do not work for me because of the acid reflux. Do you have any suggestions?

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 14th, 2011 at 11:19 pm

Hi Nancy

Some people with acid reflux (see above) say it does, some find it uncomfortable. The simple answer is that there are SO MANY cool ways to get more alkaline foods, that I would just avoid the lemon water for the first few weeks. As your body gets back into balance you’ll find yourself able to introduce the lemons, limes, tomatoes etc.

Good luck!
Ross

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Hi Ross

I thoroughly enjoyed your video. It really has encourage me to give it my best shot!

Kindest wishes

Bev

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:57 am

Good luck Bev!

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HI Ross

Thanks for your inspiration and super hints & tips…. your 150% right enjoyment is the key, and small steps…. am working towards an alkaline diet but only 2/3 of the way there, I find it so easy for breakfast and lunch and struggle with dinner’s trying to make a health meal for all the family – so really looking forward to your next video

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:56 am

Hey Mags – that will be addressed in the next two vids – they will help with this exact issue a LOT!

Ross

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This video was quite inspiring. I am struggling to go completely alkaline and it is good to know that perfection is not the goal. That it is alright to aim for 80/20. Thank you for the support!!! Looking forward to the next 3 videos!

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:56 am

Hey Brianna – thats awesome, glad I am helping! The next vid will be on Thursday.

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Can’t wait to hear the next one.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:55 am

Thanks Lou!

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Hello,
Just wanted to ask in your cookbook you have a few couscous recipes how comes this is ok and wheat pasta is not, as these two things are both made from durum wheat.
Many thanks
Lorraine
p.s looking forward to your next vids

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:55 am

Hi Lorraine

The principle of 80/20 applies here – the cous cous should be no more than 20% of your plate and the other 80% should be lovely alkaline foods.

You can use wholemeal pasta or gluten free pasta as your 20%

Cheers
Ross

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I heard that taking canned Asperagus and puting it in a blender- and eating 1/4 cup twice a day- would also help- true?

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:54 am

Canned asparagus would have little to no nutritional value left.

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The alkaline videos have been quite informative and it’s nice to hear to use a little common sense
and not go overboard on the switch.
I would like to know and possibly get feedback from others on the usage of alkaline water systems.
The cost is high, but if it’s worth it I wouldn’t mind.
Does it help the changeover a lot and to what degree? (if possible)
I am looking for all the info I can get.

Thanks

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:54 am

Hi Tim

Speaking personally it has made more of a difference to my life than any other lifestyle change I’ve implemented.

I know you want more of a ‘user’ rather than a ‘site owner’ perspective though so I’ll leave this open!

Ross

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Hi Ross

I have read that drinking a glass of apple cider vinegar twice a day is good for you. What is your opinion on this?

Many thanks
Wizz

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:53 am

I wouldn’t personally do that. It’s a handy salad dressing, but I wouldn’t ‘supplement’ with it.

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Hi Ross

Loved the video! I’m also eating mostly raw, juiced veggies which has really helped with my IBS.

Kind regards

Ailsa

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:52 am

Yep – alkalizing is awesome for IBS, I hear this over and over and over and over and over….

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Great tips Ross – thank you.
My wife has recently been diagnosed with cancer and we need to alkalize her quickly. She’s been on a raw veg diet for 6 weeks now and mainly drinking veg juices but still her urine is sometimes acidic. Is this normal do you think? Any suggestions for quickly alkalizing her blood and tissues (a kind of instant shortcut) ?
I heard about bicarbonate of soda and hydrogen peroxide, amongst others…
Thanks
Joss

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:52 am

Hi Joss

I can’t, unfortunately, comment on any diagnosed condition, but I recommend staying away from using your own homemade supplementation using bicarb or hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide, especially, is sold in hundreds of different grades and strengths.

There are much more effective ‘pH drops’ products available now.

I really recommend read Dr Young’s pH Miracle asap – get the basics right and speak to a nutritionally aware physician. Are you in the UK?

The basics I would use for anyone looking to alkalise are here:
http://www.energiseforlife.com/alkaline-diet-guidelines.php

Ross

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THANK YOU!!!!!! You posted this on the perfect day. A good friend is coming over for dinner tonight and I’m going to try one of your recipes! Really appreciate you posting this. Like you, I’m just starting and I’m excited to give it my best shot! : )

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:50 am

Hey Rozalind – how did the dinner go?

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With respect too much rhetoric, and taking so long to get to the point
“it does not have to be perfect”that could take a few minutes not 12minutes to say, thats why i’m dubious, and not sure

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:49 am

Hi Mr Semonella

Thanks for your perspective, its really hard for me to please everyone, but I think my happy to sad ratio is about 95:5 so far so I’m going to stick with what I am doing.

The next few videos are much more meaty (excuse the pun).

Ross

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Thanks for the video! I learnt about the alkaline diet a couple of years ago and have been gradually learning and improving. I just recently discovered your website and it has been really helpful.

I have just started to not eat diary and have a couple of questions 1) is Goats milk/cheese considered diary and is it acidic? 2) If so what foods alkaline foods are high in Calcium?

Thanks

Alan

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:48 am

Hi Alan

If you eat a good varied (alkaline) diet you will never be short of calcium. Calcium is one of the most alkaline minerals and so is prevalent in a LOT of alkaline foods such as romaine lettuce, celery, broccoli, sesame seeds, fennel, cabbage, summer squash, green beans, garlic, tofu, Brussel sprouts, asparagus, oregano, rosemary, parsley, and kelp.

Spinach and sesame seeds are even higher and a couple of serves of either will give you over 50% of your daily needs (1000mg).

The body actually needs very little and the reason why so many people feel like they need so much is because eating an acidic diet causes the body to pull calcium from the bones to buffer the acids.

Goats products are slightly less acidic than cows (thanks to less lactose/sugar) but are still mucous forming.

Ross

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Alan Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 6:46 pm

Thanks Ross

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Nice video Ross!! Thank you for sharing it!!

-Tim

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:44 am

No worries Tim – I hope you like the others just as much

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Dear Ross, I really like the alkaline diet and I am working on putting it in more and more for the past month.
I like salads A LOT. So I eat these for lunch and for dinner. It is a good salad with a lot of various raw things in it (cucumber, tomatoes, green salads, endives, avocado, olives etc.) and I make really nice dressing with Olive Oil, lemon, oregano and Himalaya salt.
For Breakfast I never used to eat much so I eat almonds that have been in 12 hours water before. I drink 9.5 water.
I am not overweight, just a bit to loose in the right places, like 3 kilos.
I am doing the diet I see it is very good and I medically need it. I had an accident 3 year ago, had a big hematoma on my leg as a result and my body could not handle the stuck blood in the area, and I had scar tissue from it and from the operation I also needed to handle. The muscles on the right side of my body are giving me a rough time since this accident so this is why I do this diet, and exercise + I take vits. I have been at doctors and hospitals… bouncing.
So I want to stick to the alcaline diet as best as I can. I have improved my style of eating a lot since the past month, as I liked sugar and pasta, pizza, fruits used to be my breakfast…
I work a lot, from morning to night and the place I work cooks the meals, so now I do my own salads and I like it very much. But I do see I miss to eat something more consistent, specially since I started to go swimming every morning to get the blood circulation going to handle the scar tissues I have.
My questions are:
1. What can I eat that is more consistent, does not take cooking, and is alkaline. I cannot eat almonds only or again… for breakfast it’s enough. At lunch I eat a good salad, that’s fine, then at 18:00 again, but I need something more consistent with it. Right now I eat ecological brown bread with a thin slice of cheese and salami, not alkaline… Would like to replace it if possible.
2. What can I do to increase the size of my breakfast. I do not feel like eating in the morning, I eat my almonds and I am fine and then at lunch I eat a good salad.
3. What is good snack late at night, rather than eating something that is not alkaline.
Yours, Anne.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:44 am

Hi Anne

ALL of those questions will be revealed in my next two videos! You can also check this video out which answers your breakfast and substantial meal question in some detail:

http://alkalinedietmadeeasy.com/alkaline-foods-diet-questions-answered-video/

Enjoy!

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Hi Ross,

Informative video thanks, I have been intoducing both myself and my family to a more alkaline diet over the past few months – I was researching water ionizer machines when I came across this article

http://www.chem1.com/CQ/ionbunk.html

This has left me feeling somewhat confused and wondered what your view on this article was,
regards Tony.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:42 am

Hi Tony

That is the single most misleading and misinformed page on the internet, from the same site that rubbishes EVERYTHING that isn’t a pill or branded medicine. Also included in their list of things to bad mouth are acupuncture, meditation, reflexology…literally all alternative medicines and especially anything based in traditional Chinese medicine.

Acupuncture is SO well respected now that most hospitals offer it as part of their treatments – yet this site thinks it is phoney.

Regarding the crap he talks about ionized water, firstly he makes the mistake of not even understanding what ionized water is or how it is made.

It would take me all day to go through the whole thing, but in short my stand is this:

The vast majority of sickness and disease in modern society is caused by one or a combination of:

1) Oxidation (aging) of cells in the body & lack of nutrients
2) Chronic dehydration
3) Over acidification

I have tested and put on video absolute proof that water from Chanson ionizers:

1) are strong antioxidants (i.e. they stop oxidation/aging of cells)
2) are at the very least as hydrating as normal water (but research shows the ionized water is more hydrating)
3) can produce water at a pH you desire between pH 3 – pH 10.5 – so it is alkalising.

These three points are pure fact – it is an antioxidant, it is hydrating and it is alkaline. I literally don’t care about any other claims, counterclaims, lies or truths – these three things – the most important things – are fact.

I challenge anyone to test the water from a Chanson Ionizer and find the water is not alkaline and antioxidant-rich. Or hydrating.

I think the author, Steven, of the chem1 site is missing the point rather wildly.

Here is Dr Young’s breakdown of this: http://articlesofhealth.blogspot.com/2010/07/scientific-nonsense-and-dis-information.html

Ross

p.s. here is a bunch more info on alkaline water: http://www.energiseforlife.com/alkaline-water-resource

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What is CLA?

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:35 am

conjugated linoleic acid – an important omega oil

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How many supplement is recommended daily?

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:34 am

Hey R Smith – check this out – it will answer your question: http://www.energiseforlife.com/alkaline-diet-guidelines.php

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thank you so much for your help
i am just starting out to change my eating habits, and find your recipes and chart so helpful thank you please keep me posted

thank you
catherine raitt

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:33 am

Hi Catherine – the next vid will be (fingers crossed) available on Thursday…

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I am using iPad and cannot load the video. Is there another link?

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:33 am

This ‘should’ work on ipads and other mobile devices, but I’ll look into it…

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Hi Ross, Your words have been so encouraging to hear! Last June I went on a yoga surfing holiday, where the food supplied was based on the principles of the alkaline diet. Needless to say I felt absolutely amazing when I returned home. Like yourself I fell into the cycle of the all or nothing approach, feeling terrible that I couldn’t sustain this approach. Your approach of not being perfect all of the time is so refreshing to hear and instills me with a great deal of optimism! I’m ready to give it a go. Keep up the good work!
Regards
Linda

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:32 am

Thanks Linda! Just that one simple change in psychology makes all the difference.

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Video is too chatty. It would be wiser to reduce the talk in the opening segment and get to the point. Time is really precious for me and I want to learn but I also have limited time to listen to a testimonial. Thank you and I hope I did not offend you in any way; that’s not my intention.

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:32 am

Hi Christine – I understand that many people are short on time. It is really hard trying to make something that suits everyone’s needs and so I have opted here to try to give just the very core info. Believe me, I could go for hours on this topic!

For people in your situation (time poor) I am having all of the videos transcribed so you can read them in your own time. I’ll email you as soon as they are ready.

Thanks
Ross

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Hi Ross
Great advice I must admit I am struggling and can’t wait for those next videos and my Ph drops to arrive. I’ve been replacing some meals with green drinks with sprouts and also flax etc to make a full meal and I love them.
Regards
Sue

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:30 am

Hey Sue – next vid will be ready to roll on Thursday so look out for it!

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Hi , loved the video. and I am excited about finding this site and learning about the Alkaline Diet.
Hope I can loose one and a half stone before my holiday to Cyprus in May with it. Thanks a lot

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Energise Ross Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 2:30 am

Hi Carol – I’m absolutely sure you will be able to – and what’s more – this is sustainable and so the weight will stay off!

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Hi Amy

There certainly ‘could’ be – as the body is doing blood stuff during that time, and your diet might change too! Its not my area of expertise, but I would give you the advice I give to everyone who is tracking their pH:

Track with as few variables as possible (so do it at the same time under the same conditions as much as possible) and track over the long term and look for trends. If you do this for two months then you might see the same pattern over and over.

Hope this helps!
Ross

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ross,
is there any correlation to PH and a women’s hormone cycles? i notice my goes way down during a certain phase of my cycle.

kindly,
amy

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I have sent questions 4 times and have never got a responce.

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 28th, 2010 at 11:13 am

Hi Nan

If you look back to your comments I actually provided an answer to every single question you asked.

Thanks
Ross

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Hi Ross,
Wonderful video, great tips, I totally agree – that and drinking adequate water each day and exercise, of course.
Thanks,
Laura

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Very informative blog here. I couldn’t have made a better one if my life depended on it.

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My cousin recommended this blog and she was totally right keep up the fantastic work!

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 8th, 2010 at 5:54 am

Thanks

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Great work keep it coming, best blog on earth

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Hi Ross,
Love the site and thats a great video! Just got back from the shops will all my ingredients. Looking forward to starting the acid crusher tomorrow!!
Many thanks!!!
Russ

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 28th, 2010 at 11:13 am

Nice one Russ! Let me know how you get on!

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Hi, Ross

we purchased a great water ionizer machine – 1/2 the cost of the k machine. we are on our way, taking our baby steps this week!!!! Thank you!!!

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 6th, 2010 at 12:41 pm

Great to hear Bill. Which model of ionizer did you go for?

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hi ross, i didnt see the video how to make alkaline diet easy…

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 6th, 2010 at 7:36 am

Hi Linda

It’s right above here!

Ross

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Videos do not work on ipad

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 6th, 2010 at 7:37 am

Hi Nirav

I’ll be providing ‘lite’ and iPad friendly versions next week

Ross

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Thanks for the very informative video Ross. I am currently trying to undertake a more alkaline diet on the advice of the specialist Dr. Daniel Lewis (he has his own website here in Oz) to help with fibromyalgia.. I’m not sure if he knows of your site but I will certainly be mentioning it when I have my next appointment in the New Year. Your email blogs etc have already helped me to become more aware of how to make this lifestyle change; whilst my 17 yr old son and husband are a bit bemused by it all, I am sure it will help them too even if they don’t really notice the changes I make to our meals. I look forward to learning more.

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 3rd, 2010 at 12:13 am

Hi Kaye

I’d love to hear his feedback. Where are you guys based?

Also – check out the next video coming in about 12 hours – it will really help with your family mealtimes!

Ross

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Hi ‘Minority’ and Maria (although I know you’re not the REAL Maria Andros) – thanks for the kind words. It’s appreciated.

Ross

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Pretty nice post. I just stumbled upon your blog and wanted to say that I have really enjoyed browsing your blog posts. In any case I’ll be subscribing to your feed and I hope you write again soon!

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Really nice post,thank you, best website ever

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Hey Ross,

I love the website, it has given me so much clarity to the search I have already been on. I am really interest in the water oionizer. You and the company has to get the payment plan available to us in America. If you made that plan available to us, I know in my family alone you would have 10 more purchases. You would leap right over Enagic Kagen water. If Americans knew that they could have PH water for $45-65 a month you purchases be 10 fold. I am one American who is praying for the day you make it available at that monthy rate, it fits right in with my budget. Please let me know what your future plans are for American payment plans.

Thanks

Tyesia Hunter
Eager and willing

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 30th, 2010 at 10:54 pm

Hi Tyesia

It’s something we’re working on but believe me, it’s not easy. It’s almost impossible but we’re working on it!

Ross

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Why is it I get light headed when I eat more alkaline? Does it put more o2 into your blood or something? If it were not for that I would keep up with the diet because I love to eat healthy. Sometimes I get sick from the dizzy feeling. I feel great with an over abundance of energy the first day or two after that I feel a little sick.

Please help so I can carry on normaly. Thank you jjm.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 30th, 2010 at 11:04 pm

HI Jess

THe lightheadedness could be from either: a) slight detoxing or b) not enough calories in.

I recommend using an omega oil supplement (cold pressed, fridge stored in an amber bottle – not cheap fish oil caps from the shelf) daily – up to 3 tablespoons per day. This will solve both of those potential reasons and make you feel great too!

Ross

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Video 2 is really great Ross – thank you for your efforts. Just a suggestion – would it be possible to make available the text slides you use during your talk to add to the acid/alk chart we downloaded please? as I was writing notes and missing the additional information being screened.

well done and thank you
Pat

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 30th, 2010 at 11:21 pm

Hi Pat

Great idea – I’m also hoping to provide full transcripts (as a word doc for ease of opening/printing) soon.

Ross

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Hi Ross
At moment I have been told by a Chinese practitioner to avoid cold drinks and cold food because he is treating a rare blood condition called Polycythemia vera. He said I am better with warm foods and drinks for my kidneys and my spleen. Be glad to get your advice on alkaline warm foods. I have plenty of soups veg and fish and chicken dishes.
I also drink mainly peppermint tea.
Joan

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 6th, 2010 at 7:35 am

Hi Joan

I’ve heard this from other chinese practitioners. I would definitely start your day with the warm lemon water (http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2006/02/10/lemon-water-alkalising-superstar/).

Remember you can ‘warm’ all of my soup recipes and they still remain ‘raw’ – raw food rules state that you can still warm things up to the temp where you can still put your finger in it!

Ross

p.s. peppermint tea is great

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Michelle Reply:
April 3rd, 2011 at 8:26 am

Hi,

Was wondering if you have had any luck with
your diet and your blood disorder.
My father has Polycythemia vera and is trying to control
it with diet. Any help would be appreciated.

thanks,
michelle

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Hi Ross all help gratefully received especially as i am battling cancer but the recipe book does cook the food which is fine but Dr Young does not advocate that as the food loses its value my family wont eat raw so what is right? is it ok to cook the food or not.

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 6th, 2010 at 7:36 am

Sure is.

IF you look at any of the recipes in any of Dr Young’s books 90% of them are at least partially cooked.

Try to get into the habit of having a raw salad on the side of each meal so you get a balance of cooked and raw.

Ross

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Hi Ross, I loved the video. I love how passionately you speak about the subject. So what if you repeat yourself? It’s a message that is okay to say more than once, or even 100 times if it helps just one person.

You’re someone who is talking about health, not a flippin’ film director for ermm..Pete’s sake (Language toned down for internet niceness).

I think you are bloody brilliant at what you do. I’ve been struggling, just like you say, even though I know this is the best diet ever. Thanks from the bottom of my heart, for this and what’s coming.

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Energise Ross Reply:
December 6th, 2010 at 7:36 am

Thanks so much Karen – really, really appreciate your kind words – it means a lot to me. I hope you liked the other videos too.

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Nice resource Ross. I look forward to the rest of the videos.

With regards to the detox effects from the Chanson water ioniser in particular, I definitely recommend starting at the lowest setting and increasing slowly over a number of weeks. I’ve been eating 80%+ alkaline for the past 2yrs and I even got headaches from using the ioniser, so I turned down the pH setting to 8.3. I’m now at 9.2 (after nearly 5 weeks of use) and the goal is to get to 9.5.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 29th, 2010 at 10:03 am

Hey Scott

That’s definitely the way to go – thanks for sharing.

Hope all is good with you mate
Ross

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Thanks Ross. When my doctor said I needed to be on an alkaline diet I didn’t know where to start. After researching alkaline and acidic food lists I felt it was a losing battle. Now after watching your video, I don’t feel so defeated. Can’t wait to watch the next video so I can really get started.
Narelle

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 29th, 2010 at 10:04 am

Hi Narelle – glad it helped – the next video will be coming tomorrow morning!

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Hi Ross, thanks for the video, I’m just staring out on the A diet for life.

I’m wanting to buy a water filter, do you have a favorite product you’d recommend to me? I live in Brisbane, not sure what the water quality is here.

Thanks and I look forward to your coming video’s!

Catherine Douglas

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What sort of withdrawal effects will I have when I start going alkaline?

I have recently purchased a the Chanson water filter and have been having head aches and sort of dizziness. My husband only comes home at week ends and gave it a try for two days and had more severe side effects.

Please help!

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 29th, 2010 at 1:58 am

Hi Marie

What level did you start on and what was your diet/hydration like before you started? You have to start gently with ionized water, on the 1st alkaline setting for two weeks before moving on.

Email me on ross@energiseforlife.com and I can give you more specific advice.

Cheers
Ross

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Well done Ross! Great video and great site. Really looking forward to whats coming next.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 28th, 2010 at 10:09 pm

Thanks Andrew and Anton – appreciate your kind words! Have a great Sunday.

Ross

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Fantastic Ross!!!! Great Video and thanks for sharing!!

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Thanks Ross,

Sounds like great advice. It’s like everything really, if it’s not easy to do, it will tail off eventually.

I have tried a few times to be more alkaline, usually after reading a book like the PH Miracle or The China Study. I get really enthusiastic and go all out to change, but then life takes over and I go back to my old ways and then just feel guilty about almost everything I eat because I should know better!

I have purchased the water RO filters, sprouters, juicers and these have now become dust gatherers! I have in my mind that it will become my new years resolution to have another go at moving towards an alkaline diet again, so I am hoping your advice will help me to stick to it and enjoy it.

Cheers Paul

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Thank you for the information. I am looking forward to the next video.

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Ross did you take the microscopy class..???is Dr.Young endorsing this site???I think not which is not fair the the creator of all of this…money does not rule or does it?

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admin Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:16 pm

Hi Madeline

Yes Dr Young is endorsing this site. I’ve been working with Dr Young since 2007 and you can actually see his endorsement directly below this video.

Thanks
Ross

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Thank you for sharing. As I was looking for information about alkaline food, and also while I was reading about acid food, one question cross my mind. What other thing, except acid food can rise pH of our body, such as computer? mobile phone? wires? stress? gases? acid rains? Tell me more about that.
By the way, I mostly eat alkaline food, raw food, but, I eat a lot of fruits and sometimes I eat sweets – it is my passion love sweets… still. I rid of cigarettes, coffee, sweet drinks… but chocolate it’s my favorite. But I know, when I stick to alkaline food, my need for sweets is less, it makes balance, and do not need sweets….

OK, thank you for answer in advance

Maggie

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admin Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:20 pm

Hey Maggie

Sounds like you’ve made great progress – congrats on all of the acids you’ve eliminated – especially coffee and cigarettes.

There are a heap of things outside food and drink that can cause acidity. I remember Dr Young saying that stress and other negative emotions can have more of an effect on our blood than food! Other things I look out for are some of the things you’ve mentioned such as wireless, mobiles and unnecessary electrical devices (although obviously I still do use these things at times, I don’t have wireless at home, keep my mobile out of my pocket as much as possible).

Other things I don’t use are:

- aluminium based deodorant
- microwaves
- hairdryers
- chemical cleaning products
- chemical containing soaps, shower gels, shampoos etc

I’ve written a blog post on some of this stuff here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2009/07/03/emf-safety-protect/

Cheers
Ross

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DEAR ROSS,
I LIKE YOU TOO MUCH..BUT YOUR LISTENERS SHOULD NOT THINK THAT THEY HAD ONLY A DROP FROM A BIG LEMON..SO BETTER SHORT BUT FULL..RATHER THAN LONG AND EMPTY..
RGDS,

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admin Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:21 pm

Hi Demirel

I hope you understand that this is part of a series and I felt it important to let you know that I am not some dude just preeching at you but someone who has been through a struggle myself, so I understand what it is like to be starting out.

Don’t worry – you don’t have to wait long for the next video which is much more direct and educational.

Thanks for the feedback though – appreciated.

Ross

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Thanks for all the very professional information and motivating approach.

I just started to cook some of your recipes and I love it.

I am preparing very soon to subscribe the alkaline lifestyle course.

I noticed that there are different alkaline food charts in the Internet, some even in conflict. Could you explain me why is this so? Is there different approaches to alkaline food?

Regards from Portugal.

Jose

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admin Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:23 pm

Hey Jose

Glad you like my recipes and thanks for the nice feedback mate – I really appreciate it. We all work long and hard at Energise and it’s great to know it’s appreciated.

There are a lot of different food charts, very true. I’ve tried to explain why here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2010/08/06/alkaline-diet-questions-answered-why-are-alkaline-food-lists-so-different/

You can download our definitive charts here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/list_of_alkaline_foods.php

Cheers
Ross

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Hey Ross – Geat video, you describe pretty much what i’ve expeienced in the last 12months and was almost about to give up, the video re-energised me

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admin Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:23 pm

Hey Saj

Nice one! Glad you’re re-energised! Just wait for the next three vids!

Ross

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Just watched your video and I found it to be MUCH too wordy!

I nearly switched off half way through! It was very repetative and didn’t tell me anything I didn’t

already know. Sorry to be so negative but the thing is I really want to know how to beat this thing!

I hope the next video is more succinct as I want to know how to change the way I eat.

Thank you.

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admin Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:25 pm

Hi Diana

Everyone is at a different point along the alkaline diet, so what is basic to you is brand new to everyone else. I only WISH I could give one-on-one support and still reach this many people but unfortunately I can’t.

And besides, you say that you didn’t learn anything new, but yet you said you haven’t been able to stick to the alkaline diet? I reckon you should re-watch the last 5 minutes

And fear not, the next 3 videos are pure education.

Ross

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Thanks for the info! very motivating I’m excited to continue my alkaline diet journey. Question: is this diet okay for children?? as a mother of a beautiful 2 1/2 year old, i want to make sure i’m doing the best for her, as well as myself. and how does it relate to pregnant women? is there any precautions for the developing baby? thanks so much!

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Thank you so much for telling us we don’t have to be perfect and that we can be normal human beings from time to time. My cholesterol came in higher than I was hoping it would, so I just ate a cupcake to make me feel better! Thank you for sharing your passion and expertise with us. I am grateful to have someone who has done the research and the testing for me! I am sharing your information with anyone who will listen.

Thank you! You’re great!
Maria

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Hi Ross: There are some of us here who want to see your video, but we have a dial-up conection to the internet, so it is impossible to download videos. Our connection is too slow. I hope that you will put the information in a written form for those of us who are interested.

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admin Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:31 pm

Hey Liz

Thanks for the heads-up. I tried testing the video load-speed on a few computers and with a few friends and thought I’d got the speed pretty good. But – I’ll make sure that for you…..

….and for anyone else with dial-up, slow connection or no time: I am going to post an abridged, compressed version today so it will load much more quickly and be faster to watch

I hope this helps. I’ll also put up a written version in the next couple of days.

Cheers

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Hi Ross,

Just wanted to say that your video, although long and lots have commented on this, really shows your enthusiasm and passion. If I am going to follow your advice so seriously, I enjoy knowing more about you and your journey. So, I appreciate all the extra bits of information and it helps us to relate to you – the ‘guru’ Just on another note, I’ve sent you a couple of emails but haven’t heard back from you – I’m sure you’re very busy but you do promise very fervently that you’ll respond…

Thanks so much for all that you do.

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admin Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:38 pm

Hey Suzannah

Thanks for your nice feedback. You’ve got me – I remember straight away you emailed me about alkaline baked goods didn’t you! So sorry I didn’t respond right away. Basically it’s a yes and no. There are few things truly alkaline that are baked. Baking generally reduces nutritional content and if the item contains fats then most fats become less healthy once baked. I have included a pumpkin bread recipe in my recipe book which is pretty good.

I would suggest making baked things as healthy as you can – but then include them in the 30/40% of your meal that is in the moderately acidic part. So for instance if you had the baked pumpkin bread you could have this with a salad or some avocado and tomato, or with hummous…

Hope that helps. I’ll email this to you too so you don’t miss it – there are a lot of comments here.

Ross

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I have a 80% hearing loss. Will you be putting this in print for me to read?

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admin Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:40 pm

Hi KJ Sill

I’ll be putting up a transcript of sorts in the next day or two.

Cheers
Ross

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Hi Ross,

Thank you for the video, I look forward to the followup videos

Margaret

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Thanks for the info, but agree with the comments below that you could have got to the point in a 3rd of the time! Agree that planning and prep are the only ways to make this work – but the point you touched on is that when you have a busy job/life doing long hours it just isn’t practical and leads to failure. You can’t always carry around or bring along a packed alkaline lunch, and if you end up working late you can’t get home to cook and eat the alkaline meal you had planned – so some more tips about how to get around such issues would be helpful. Cheers

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:44 pm

Hi Catherine

I understand that for some it would be better if I got to the ‘teaching’ part quicker, but the vast majority of people here are just beginning their journey and this is the first contact they’ve had with energise or me, so I believe it was important to give some background on myself so that you all understand that I’ve been through the struggles and the starting journey to being alkaline just the same as you guys.

When I first started I didn’t have Energise (we didn’t create energise for ages after we started living alkaline, or trying to), didn’t have the supplements, didn’t know Dr Young etc. I know there are a lot of people who would just think ‘Oh, it’s easy for him – he doesn’t understand what it’s like’ – so I wanted to show that I do understand your challenges, frustrations, fears, etc.

The next three videos are all pure content, the story time is over – now I’m going to give you the ‘meat’ and kick some asses.

Hope you enjoy
Ross

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Thank you so much Ross, really appreciate your testimony, the video was not too long for me as I am a perfectionist and was soooo relevant to my own journey. . God bless you for all your efforts to help people. Looking forward to your next video.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:45 pm

Hi Marion

I’m glad it resonated so much!

I’m sure you’re going to LOVE the next vids.

Ross

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:45 pm

PS – ALL POSTS AS ‘ADMIN’ ARE ME, ROSS – I was logged in under the wrong thingy.

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Thanks for the mealplanning advice Ross!
But PLEASE come to the point a bit faster next time.

Anna

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:45 pm

Hi Anna

The next vids are all quick, to the point, will kick some butt and take no prisoners! BEWARE!

Ross

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Hi Ross

Just caught up with my e-mails and your latest video.
Love what you are about, the passion, experience and the enthusiasm. Fab!
Please make it shorter though. Length and repetition eat away the impact and quality. Short is sweet and will make us listen and be even more inspired.

With light……

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:47 pm

Hello ‘Hello’

I’ve mentioned above, but yep, this was more of an intro to the concept, to give an understanding and to try and build some trust on this very untrustworthy platform we call the Internet. The next vids will kick butt and be very bang on precise and full-on content.

You have been warned

Thanks for your feedback and have a lovely weekend.
Ross

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Thanks Ross for the video. It’s nice to know that I don’t have to be perfect! I know you will explain more about that. I find it hard when I go out. When I am at home, I am perfect because I only have alkaline foods in the house. Looking forward to your other videos.

Many thanks

Margaret

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:49 pm

Hey Margaret

Indeed – you don’t have to be perfect. I’ve got a secret bonus coming up too that you are going to LOVE. Honestly.

Have a splendid Sunday.

Ross

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Hi Ross, I think you go on too much about yourself and what you do! It seems like you’re never going to get to the point and when you do it feels like dooms day because I’m going to have to sit through more 18 minutes videos for 2 minutes of info and I don’t have that much time or interest in the content if they do!
I don’t want to be critical but you have to become more professional. This is positive critics! Please don’t take it badly.
You have worked a lot so give yourself a better chance by speaking only about being alkaline.
Thanks for you efforts.
Best wishes,
Toni

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:54 pm

Hi Toni

Appreciate the feedback. I’m trying to do the best I can and I’m just human like everyone else. It’s really tough trying to please everyone and it’s frustrating for me because I want to! I’m getting 75% of people saying ‘great video I really love it and it resonates’ and 25% saying ‘too long’. What do I do?!

As I explained earlier, the reason for telling my story was so that everyone can understand that I started right from the beginning too, like most of you – I wasn’t privileged, I didn’t have any special tools or contacts – I was a total novice starting from scratch. It wasn’t to go on about myself for the sake of it! It was so you understand that I know your frustrations and hurdles you have to overcome, so you can have faith that I know what I am talking about when I say I can get you past them.

I really didn’t think I was being unprofessional. I’m honestly doing my best and you know, I think it’s better to have someone trying their best to teach and help people (even if they’re only half decent) than having nobody making the effort at all.

I really do appreciate your feedback and thanks for taking the time to write to me – but I wanted to make clear that I am trying to do as well as I can!

Have a fantastic sunday, wherever you are – and please do give me your feedback on the next video too!

Ross

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RE protein for sports guys

Given up coffee, soya drinks,nuts, refined sugar & have been predominantly off meat/dairy for some time. But been feeling bit weak, after weights/training etc. So got hemp & brown rice protein which helps, plus almonds. I still have a few eggs now and again. Any tips for protein sources.

PS goat milk I do find good post-workout: 25 of protein too in 3/4 litre! Ta 4 that one.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:55 pm

Howdy Rob

Thanks for the contribution.

Here’s another couple of resources I’ve written on the subject:

http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2010/08/23/alkaline-diet-muscle-building
http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2009/09/11/interview-with-alkaline-strength-fitness-coach-scott-brady/

Cheers
Ross

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Hey Ross, well done i think you are doing a great job. This has been a real passsion of mine for many years but now it is so much easier with your resource to source products on one site.. one query, you recommend a breakfast of porridge oats ( i make mine with goats milk) with sliced banana…A little confused, I thought we should only ever eat fruit particularly banana ( which i understood should always be eaten on its own) away from other foods under food combining principles

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:56 pm

Hi Sara

That breakfast is a transitional brekkie, in the long run for your oats I’d get rid of the fruit and add some seeds/flax etc.

Ross

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Hi I ‘m going to be starting this diet and look forward to it 1 But one thing is that i have a very active social live which involves alcohol most weekends , will I have to give this up completely ?

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:57 pm

Hi Susan

To begin with I wouldn’t put pressure on yourself to change your weekend habits – begin by getting your weekdays sorted. The better you do in the week and the healthier you feel the less you’ll want to drink at the weekend. Even then, a few drinks is OK as long as you’re keeping hydrated and following it up with being healthy the next day. Make it DOUBLE priority the next day to start the day with a veggie juice and get your 3-4 litres of water the day before and after at all costs.

Remember – baby steps…

Ross

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Hi Ross,
Very inspirational video, i am doing this to get my daughter on a better eating plan as she is so full of acid. As we thought she was eating healthy wasnt good for her at all with all her excercise she does she was losing so much weight. We have just found your site and fingers crossed we will still be here in 7 years like you.
Thanks

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Love this video, looking forward learning how to become at least 70% alkaline while breastfeeding and super busy! Thanks!

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Hi Ross,

I have been following a wheat, gluten, dairy, sugar and alcohol free diet 80% of the time for the past couple of months. I have been trying to do this for the past year but it has taken me this long just to get my head around it!!

Now with christmas approaching and lots of party’s to go to the alcohol is definately going to be the hardest to resist. Do you have any advice on which would be the best tipple? I usually drink red wine as this has some health benefits too…….help!

Thanks
Regina

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 10:59 pm

Hey Regina

Ha – the best alcohol? OK, I could be high and mighty over it and say ‘no alcohol’, but that would be bull**** and won’t help anyone. Try to stick to drinks that can be mixed with hydrating fluids like tonic and soda and stay away from beer.

Follow the advice I gave Susan, above

Ross

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What do you think about the Alkapod
This is the second time I have asked, I did not get a responce
thanks

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:02 pm

Hi Nan Lee

The alkapod is OK. It does a similar thing to our Alkaline Jug and the alkaline stick I reviewed here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2010/10/31/alkaline-water-stick-vs-alkaline-water-ionizer/

What it DOES give you is water with a pH that is approx 2 pH higher than where you started. But what it DOESN’T GIVE YOU IS:

- filtration
- antioxidants (low ORP) – it simply doesn’t no matter what the marketing says, I’ve personally tested it
- microclustering (added hydration)

It does a similar-ish job to pH drops, but is nowhere near as effective as an ionizer. I use my Alkaline Jug at work or when I go overseas and it works well for that purpose, but comes nowhere near to replacing having ionized water at home.

Ross

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Love your site man keep up the good work

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great video. Hope i have the courage to at least try. Jovana

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Hi, I’m 39 years of age with Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer 3 months ago. I have 5 beautiful children which I would like to see grow up. I believe the acidic diet I has contributed to an acidic cytoplasm surrounding my DNA in my cells, which has then switched on the oncogenes to create the cancer.

I am finding it hard to swtitch so look forwrad to the next few videos. However can you tell me if it is worthwhile buying those water alkaline filters? If so, which one? What else can I do to change as time is critical for me. Thank you.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:03 pm

Hi Polly

I strongly recommend looking through my free alkaline water resources to find out more about the ionizers. I absolutely love mine and highly recommend it, but look through all of my articles and reviews and have a think about it: http://www.energiseforlife.com/alkaline-water-resource

mail me on ross@energiseforlife.com if you have any q’s about it.

Ross

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No content Ross.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:04 pm

Roberta – I respectfully disagree.

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Hello. I am not allowed (or able) to watch videos at work, and don’t have a computer at home. Is there any way to get this information in printed form? Thank you. Karen

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Hi Ross-

I have Interstitial Cystitis and am suffering greatly. Any advice for that specific diagnosis in trying to go alkaline without taking breaks to “enjoy myself” cuz it really causes terrible symptoms, frequency (as much as having to go every couple minutes) and terrible burning sensations.

Thanks.

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Love this Ross – cant wait for the next videos! I have shared on facebook…. Great!!

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:04 pm

Thanks Marianne! Hope you like the next three vids!

Ross

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I find this video goes on way too long about you before it gets to the point. I am realyl intrestsed in this subject but find you go on and on and about nothing before you get to the real key areas. I don’t mean this negatively (I listended to the whole thing because I am intrested) but found myself frustrated at how long it took to get to the point. And then for hte main point to be about meal planning it was a bit antclimatic, given I am already on that journey. I would really suggest making these shorter and and less repetative if you want ot keep people’s attention. I am not sure I woudl sit through more videos if they follow this same format.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:05 pm

Hey Jo-Ann

See above comments – I have to create content for absolute beginners and people as far along the track as you. But the good news is that now I’ve given the concept the next three vids are all short and fully educational.

Enjoy
Ross

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Hi Ross,
Nice to have your video.
I hate to sound like a school teacher……..but, I think that it would be helpful if you/someone spoke your script into a transcribing software (Dragon speaking) or typed up your script into an outline form. It would be easier to see the visual script and evaluate it. There are significant repititions in the script that do not add to the dramatic effect nor get to the “meat” fast enough. The video could be shortened, thus, to 12-15 minutes and make a tighter presentation. Perhaps you could sit at a desk for less movement and/or have a medium background and bounce, back-lighting..for contrast I’ll get off my soap box, Thanks for the video Enjoy your sharing!

Ann.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:07 pm

Hi Ann (tech insight!)

Thanks for the feedback, it’s appreciated. I’m not a video producer, I’m not an expert in script writing, nor am I a techie – I’m just a man who is trying to help! I’m sure I’ll get better at all of the above, but in time. For now I’m getting up there, getting out there and doing it – I’m teaching what I know, in the best way that I can.

I hope you see the improvements in time

Thanks
Ross

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Hi Ross,
Is it possible to have the audio version only, for those of us who are experiencing sound issues with your video?

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Do you have to give up all cereals, grains, protein, etc to be on the alkaline diet? Is it all fruits and vegetables……..How is juicing? Will I get recipes to follow? I had ostseopenia, and the start of osteoporosis and I’ve been told that the alkaline diet can stop progression of it….

It was a great video and I’m looking forward to the next.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:10 pm

Barbara Becchino – all will be revealed!

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Hi Ross,
The video is very informative, although it keeps stopping and starting every few seconds.

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Hi Ross (me again!). I have also dealt with those interested in following a great nutritional protocol (my own programme, but based on pH) and through my observations I agree with all you’ve said and would also add that I came to realise that some people need (initially at least) even more structure than I thought. (so I have developed my programme to account for this, (even including cheat meals). One never stops learning about what makes folk adhere or fail. I have also prepared an article called ‘permission to fail’ which examines the point at which we fold and why (I deal with fat loss in my gym more than anything else so it pays to try and nail this subject). Love it! You are absolutely right – preparation is key and many are so black and white that one little slip is a disaster and they revert back again. Keep up the good work I will continue to check in!
PS Since I first came across you I am now meat and practically dairy free since May, (was already wheat free as intolerant) now alcohol free and sugar is very minimal. Eating out is the hardest I find and I hate making a fuss or feeling ‘percious’.
I also recommend The China Study (which backs you up in pH – almost entrirely) and Health Wars (again – reduces animal protein to tiny amounts). More and more studies are veering towards alkaline even if they are not called this or indeed recognise it.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:11 pm

Hi Cat

Great to hear from you! I’d love to see your ‘permission to fail’ article – send it through. Brilliant to hear your progress.

Ross

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Hi Ross.

Thanks for the video! I’m wondering if you have any tips to deal with cravings. I find caffeine and sugar particularly difficult….

B

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:11 pm

Good idea Bridgette – I’ll include something about cravings in video 3.

Ross

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HAVE JUST WATCHED THE VIDEO-I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO THE REST.

MY WIFE & I KEEP FALLING OFF THE ALKALINE WAGON!

SO WE ARE TRYING TO DO THE 80%-20% DIET (I HEARD YOUR ENTHUSIASTIC COMMENT ON THAT, SO YOUR RECIPES AND TIPS WILL BE INTERESTING)

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Hi Ross!
Man! That was a really good video…you are very ‘video-genic’ and your video cleared up some questions I had been pondering. I sometimes catch myself being too exact when trying to create an alkaline meal for myself and guests. I anxiously await your next alkaline diet videos!
Positively Truman

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:12 pm

Hey Truman

Thanks for the props. I’ll be releasing video two in the next day or so.

Let me know what you think!

Ross

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I just watched your video and can relate to every frustration you mentioned. My husband has cancer and we need to get his PH to above 7.4 and I am sick of rabbit food already and cannot come up with enough enjoyable meals and correct meals, I will be watching all your videos, my husband’s life depends on what I can learn! Thanks for your help.

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Hi Ross – very encouraging video – thank you.

love your recipe book – if you need a good proof reader – I’m available.

keep up the good work
blessings
Pat

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Thanks for the video, I really look forward to more info. I cruise and trawl the internet constantly looking for ways to implement these ideas. I had a negative experience last week where I drank a 14 ounce glass of juiced cilantro and celery juice and that night ended up in the Emergency room at the hospital with severe gastric distress! Any thoughts on that? I am not going to be deterred, however. I need some professional help, I think, doing this! Thanks for all the videos and help. I have tried to get logged on to the blogs, but don’t know how. Any help will be appreciated! Lisa Powell.

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Thanks for sharing this video with us!!! I do have a huge question for you Ross: what are your thoughts on food combining?

Keep up inspiring us!!

Monica

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At 1:51secs the video stops playing. It cuts in and out and when I try to advance it the screen goes black. I’ve tried watching the video three times : ( Anyone else report this problem? It’s frustrating that there isn’t more information besides the basics. It seems like a great opportunity but it feels like if I want the “real” solutions to becoming alkaline I have to spend money or spend time trying to figure out how to even watch the video. I know what you’re thinking,… it’s my computer but I have no other issues when playing another video. Very dissapointing.

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:13 pm

Hi Carly

I’ll be sending through a compressed, shortened version for all of those with connectivity probs.

Ross

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Hi Ross
Love the video. wierd hearing your voice! Didnt excpect that accent! I did your 12 week course nearly 2 years ago now and I found it so easy to follow. I built my new lifestyle around it and lost nearly 3 stone and completely changed my body. My asthma had gone within a week and my skin cleared up. However, without once the 12 weeks was up, I started to slip, without the same support I laxed a little and gained a stone back on. I stayed vegan but went back to some sugars and breads. But after 2 years I stopped feeling as energised. I read that its extremely difficult to be healthy and vegan. So i started drinknig unpasturised milk and felt loads better. I have tried a few times to become more Alkaline and I think it will suite my lifestyle to be less strict but incorperate the majority of the “rules”. I have discovered that my asthma was caused by diary (although I’m fine with pastrurised diary in small amounts)
I have a question about Agave syrop, its in the PH diet book, but it tastes sooo good, surely it cant be alkaline? is it small amounts?
Of the non alkaline things i eat wich do you think I should DEFINATELY stop eating?
eggs, 85% cocoa dark chocolate, cacao, seedy bread with yeast, rice noodles?

Thanks Ross!

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:17 pm

Hey Janni

That’s fantastic news about the course. I can’t describe how much it means to me when I hear that my course has helped someone so much. It honestly makes my week.

Now with regards to those foods, with the exception of eggs (which I’d limit) they can all form part of your 20%-30% acidic foods, none are too bad. The probably with the bread and noodles is that we’ve traditionally made these the biggest part on our plates. So try keeping your noodles to a smaller portion and have your sandwiches with just one slice. Agave could certainly be a lot worse. It is still sugar at the end of the day, but better than white sugar. Just, again, limit usage and use only when really necessary.

Remember – Dr Y still uses stevia in some recipes!

Ross

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hi, great video if a little longwinded but look forward to seeing more

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Can I use lime instead of lemon?

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:18 pm

Hi Helen

Yep – use lime instead of lemon if you prefer!

Ross

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Hey Ross,
How long would it take the average person from going to an acid to alkaline diet? Also….regarding any supplements etc that you may need….what would be the minimum one would need..and their cost?

Thanks
Olly

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:18 pm

Hi Oliver

I highly recommend you read my guide here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/alkaline-diet-guidelines.php

It will answer these questions for you mate
Ross

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For those who don’t have time to listen to the 18 minutes

1/ Plan your meals for the week: they must be easy to shop for, fun and easy to prepare and enjoyable to eat.
2/ Don’t try to be perfect from day one, make your transition to alkaline diet a step by step process.

Cheers,
Patricia

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:19 pm

Thanks Patricia.

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Hi Ross, it is great to see your passion and enthusiasm for the Alkaline Diet and Lifestyle but is there any chance you could make the videos a little shorter because 18 mins is a bug chunk of somebody’s leisure time in which to express a couple of fundamental points i.e. 1. Plan your meals and make them satisfying and enjoyable. 2. You don’t have to be perfect all of the time, just more often than not. You are preaching to the converted so less is more, for me at least anyway. Please don’t be offended, I do mean it in the kindest possible sense but it I did find the sheer length of the video frustrating, I think you were about nine minutes in when you got to the first point and by that time I already felt reluctant to carry on watching.
Kindest regards,
John

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Hi Ross,

Is there a resource available that has a correct and very detailed list of alkaline/acid foods? I’m always wondering about different foods and what category they fall into and don’t know where to go for answers. I’ve seen books advertised but don’t necessarily know if I can trust them.

Ta

Suzannah

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:20 pm

Hi again Suzannah

As mentioned in the video and posted below the video you can download the very definitive acid/alkaline food charts here

Ta
Ross

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Hi. I am 32 years young. I own and run a successful electronics security company, i am also a mother of 2, my eldest is 13 in January and my youngest is 10 in January, both girls. My life is hectic. I recently went to a Doctor who ran some blood test, the acid in my body is high, the incylin is also sky high. The reason i went to him was that for the past 18 months or so, my health has been a yo-yo much like my weight. My question to you is, with a busy work life (we operate 24hrs a day 7 days a week) and my girls (as you know a mothers work is NEVER done) what can we eat? I didnt think we ate “un-heathly” as we do salads with grilled meat, chicken etc.

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Love it Ross. I really needed this. I’ve been Alkaline for 3 years but lately I’ve really been second guessing everything I’ve learned and know. Your video really gave me inspiration to stick with it and that it does work. Thank you thank you!! I’ve re-posted here:

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Buellers-Kitchen/370324877889

Andie – Lemons turn in your body to alkaline and they are also incredible alkalizers.

You’re adorable! Keep it up!

Alysia

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:20 pm

Alysia! Long time no hear! Glad you like the video – there is more to come! Thanks so much for spreading the word!

Ross

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Great video Ross very easy to understand. Thanks

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Hiya Ross

Thanks so much for this it makes so much sense!!!! I have been trying to be more alkaline since June and Ive had so many troubles. Im going to take another look at the recipes you sent me with the food chart and try making them this weekend.

One question. Why do you recommend lemon juice in water? Isnt lemons more acidic?

Ax

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Energise Ross Reply:
November 27th, 2010 at 11:23 pm

Hi Andie – wow you posted first and got answered last!

I’ve explained everything for you here: http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2009/10/09/alkaline-diet-quick-tip-2-lemons-are-alkalising/

Cheers
Ross

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Leone Reply:
December 6th, 2010 at 1:15 pm

Ross, my mother used to get gout if she ate tomatoes and the doctor said it was the acid in them…also, if I eat potatoes my arthritis gets painful. I have lumps on my finger joints and can’t believe I had a whole organic lemon orchard and didn’t eat them because I was told they’d give me reflux!! My old aunt swore by a glass of boiled water with a squeeze of lemon it every morning and lived to 93 – My reflux has eased on a part alkaline diet (trying hard) but need some info on which non acid foods to eat to ease the arthritis. I’m sure it’s acid based, the cause, I mean.

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