Säurebildende

Säurebildende refers to a classification of foods and substances that are believed to increase the acidity of the body after they are metabolized. This concept is primarily discussed in certain dietary philosophies and is not a universally accepted scientific term within mainstream medicine. The idea suggests that the byproducts of digesting certain foods can shift the body's pH balance towards a more acidic state.

Foods commonly labeled as säurebildende include meats, dairy products, processed grains, refined sugars, and alcohol. Conversely, alkaline-forming foods are thought to have the opposite effect. The theory posits that an overly acidic internal environment can contribute to various health issues, such as bone loss, kidney stones, and inflammation.

However, the human body has highly effective buffering systems to maintain a stable blood pH, typically around 7.35-7.45. This internal regulation is very robust and is not significantly altered by dietary choices in healthy individuals. While diet plays a crucial role in overall health, the scientific consensus does not support the notion that specific foods directly cause a harmful acidic state in the body that can be corrected by consuming more alkaline-forming foods. The concept of "acid-ash hypothesis" or "alkaline diet" is more aligned with this dietary classification.