Dr. Sebi taught that the human body is naturally alkaline, mineral-based and “electric.” He believed the body could repair itself when it received the correct natural foods and minerals. According to his teachings: Sickness begins with excess acidity and mucus. He believed acidic and processed foods cause mucus to accumulate in the cells, tissues and organs. There is fundamentally one disease, which he described as damage or obstruction of the body’s mucous membranes; names such as diabetes, cancer and lupus were different manifestations of that underlying condition. The body can heal itself after harmful substances and excess mucus are removed. Healing involved two stages: cleansing the body, followed by nourishing the cells with mineral-rich plant foods and herbs. He recommended avoiding animal products, processed foods, artificial ingredients and foods he considered acidic or mucus-forming. However, these were Dr. Sebi’s personal theories, that mucus or acidity causes every disease, or that an alkaline diet and herbs can cure conditions such as cancer, diabetes or HIV/AIDS is something to examine and consider! #dr_sebi #healing #health #human_body