Definition of "alkalizing" []

• Present participle of alkalize. (verb)

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• "There is little doubt that large doses of sodium bicarbonate, administered intravenously or orally, are indeed effective in raising the pH of the blood, effectively "alkalizing" the body."
• "In order to include soy protein in all these refined, processed foods, the soybeans are de-fatted, acid washed and the neutralized in an alkalizing solution, leaving many of the proteins in the soybean de-natured and ineffective as a protein source."
• "Leeks' alkalizing and diuretic effect increase the elimination of uric acid, which benefits those suffering from gout, arthritis or kidney disorder."