Don’t freak out if your strip glows a stressed-out yellow (acidic). It’s not a diagnosis—think of it as a gentle nudge. Maybe you had three cups of coffee yesterday, a burger with fries, and zero vegetables. That’s a lot of acid-making fuel for your body to process.
Your body has amazing buffering systems—like mini fire extinguishers—that work to keep your blood pH stable. But when you constantly eat processed food, skimp on sleep, or let stress run the show, those extinguishers run low. You feel it as brain fog, joint stiffness, or low energy.
On the other hand, a reading that’s too alkaline (above 8.0) can also be a sign of something off, like a urinary tract infection or diet extremes. Balance is the sweet spot here, not a competition.
How To Test A Person's Ph Level at Jamison Brown blog
