The easiest, most low-stakes tool is a pack of pH test strips. You can grab them at any drugstore or online for pocket change. This is the quickest way to get a snapshot—literally a few seconds in the bathroom.
Here’s the protocol: First thing in the morning, before you drink or eat, pee onto a strip. Yes, it’s as glamorous as it sounds. The strip will change color, and you match it to the chart on the box. Ideally, you want a reading between 6.5 and 7.5—that’s the sweet spot for most folks.
Don’t obsess over one reading! The real magic is in the pattern. Test for a few days. If you’re always below 6.0, your body might be screaming for a salad or a big glass of lemon water (ironic, right? Lemon is acidic but becomes alkaline in your system).
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Pro Tip: Don’t Test Right After a Meal
Your stomach is a acid factory when you digest. Testing after a burrito will give you a scary number that means nothing. Stick to first-morning samples and mid-afternoon ones for the most honest story.
