Potential renal acid load of foods and its influence on urine pH

The original potential renal acid load (PRAL) framework. Protein-rich animal foods like meat, fish, hard cheese, and eggs are acid-forming in the body, while fruits and vegetables are alkaline-forming. The basis for the idea that an animal-heavy diet raises the body's dietary acid load.

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