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The alkaline diet has acquired a whole lot of support in recent times, principally from former adherents of the low-carb diet who grew to be displeased by the objectionable side effects of that diet. I’ve been adhering to this diet for some months, and in spite of my preliminary skepticism, I have been won over entirely. However, today I wish to have a discussion concerning the worst-case situation: Imagine if the scientific evidence that backs up the alkaline diet turns out to be entirely incorrect?

Now, I wish to say that I don’t think that this is going to be found to be at all likely. More and more studies are appearing on a regular basis that prove the significant benefits of eating alkaline meals, including the fact that it can help to protect bone and muscle tissue as you become older.

Alternatively, it is true that health and nutritional suggestions seem to alter all of the time. Just because a particular eating plan is on the rise right now does not imply that it won’t be replaced by some new nutritional fashion in a few months. The point I would like to call attention to is that the alkaline diet is an overall healthy diet, even if you happen to fully ignore the information about the connection between well-being and acid-alkaline balance.

Let’s look at the sorts of foods which are encouraged on the alkaline diet. We’re talking fresh fruits and vegetables, some whole grains, some nuts and seeds, healthy oils, and modest amounts of legumes. Meat and dairy foods are eaten in moderation, or not at all.

Does this seem like a fad diet to you? Or does it sound like a good description of an all-around healthy diet, much like the vegetarian diet or the Mediterranean diet? In short, the alkaline diet is not a fad–it’s a can’t-lose proposition.