alkaline diet
(AL-kuh-line DY-et)
A dietary approach that aims to reduce acidity within the body. The diet focuses on eating foods considered alkaline (with a pH above 7) and avoiding foods considered acidic (with a pH below 7). Examples of alkaline foods include fresh fruits, nuts, seeds, beans, and non-starchy vegetables. Examples of acidic foods include meat, cheese, eggs, grains, and processed foods. There is no proof that an alkaline diet can slow, cure, or keep diseases such as cancer from coming back.