Advocates of alkaline diets claim that they help you lose weight, increase your energy, and even reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer.

The survey shows the fruit tree iron deficiency disease is serious in alkaline soil and it causes bourgeon wither of trees, poor growth and lower or no yield.

Alkaline phosphatase (ALK p) elevations may indicate liver damage, Cushing's disease (overactive adrenal function), and active bone growth in young pets.