Altought it might seem that citrus fruits would have an acid effect on the body, the citric acid they contain actually has an alkaline effect in the system, converting to carbon dioxide and water. Alkalosis Alkalosis occurs when the body is to alkaline. It is often the results of excessive intake of alkaline drugs such as sodium bicarbonate for the treatment of gastritis or peptic ulcers. It can result in high cholesterol, endocrine imbalance and osteoarthritis. The symptoms of alkalosis include creaking joints, bursitis, allergies, chronic indigestion and menstrual problems.
Alkalosis occurs less often than acidosis.
Alkalosis may cause calcium to build up in the body, such as in bone or heel spurs. Without knowing your body's chemistry, it is impossible to accurately determine the correct calcium. There is a strong probability of picking a calcium that will make your pH worst rather than better. This is simply because of the odds. Chances are the main ingredient, especially the less expensive ones, is calcium carbonate from either ground limestone or oyster shell.