Cancer - Advances, Knowledge, Integrative & Holistic Treatments

The progression of cancer involves multiple steps, which are influenced by the physical properties of the tumor microenvironment. A highly acidic environment can alter gene expression leading to cell types that are adapted for growth and survival in low pH conditions.

While it maybe true that cancer cells can create acid, and make the small area in and around cancer cells more acidic, it does not necessarily make the entire body more acidic as a whole. The body controls acid balance very tightly. Small changes in acidity can occur, however the body cannot become significantly more acidic without serious side effects and illness.

One of the best ways to decrease acidity in the body overall is to follow a plant-based diet. In general, plant foods (vegetables, fruit, and legumes) make the body less acidic. Meat and protein foods tend to make the body more acidic. This can be measured in the urine. Studies suggest that vegetarians (people who do not eat any type of meat, including beef, chicken, fish, pork, and lamb) have less acidic urine than people who eat meat.

A diet high in acidic foods may lead to chronic inflammation, which many people believe is the root cause of many serious illnesses - including heart disease, many cancers, and Alzheimer's disease. Not only diet, but also stress, lack of exercise, genetic predisposition, and exposure to toxins (like secondhand tobacco smoke) can all contribute to chronic inflammation.

So while the theory of using baking soda to treat cancer may seem logical, I would first want to do further investigation into the subject. In any case a focus on an optimum diet would be mandatory.