This is one of the most common questions from people who are thinking about trying the alkaline diet. As many fruits are rather acidic in their natural state outside the body, there is a widespread assumption that all such fruits are off limits on a diet which attempts to control excessive acid production inside the body.

Mountain wassailing blesses apple trees WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA — Apples are important to both the economy and the culture of Western North Carolina. As the delicious fruits are turned into holiday pies, it seems a perfect time to look at some of the old seasonal customs surrounding this important and versatile fruit. Bright Meadow Read [...]