Q. PH of food in pectic ulcer?
PH of food: It has. a little therapeutic importance except for patients with lesions in the mouth or oesophagus. Most foods are considerably less acidic than the normal gastric pH of 1.G. The pH of both orange juice and grapefruit is 3.2 to 3.6. Thus on the basis of their immediate acidity, acidic fruit juices should be acceptable components of the diet for the patients with ulcers. Fruits, in general, are related to an alkaline ash diet. If they are not well tolerated by some individuals, avoid them.