The alkaline diet does not necessarily have to be a low calorie diet. Nuts and good fats like avocados as well as root crops are included in this diet and can certainly help you gain weight. And the 80% alkaline diet is really for those recovering their health. For a healthy person, 60% alkaline is adequate and this will allow more meats, grains, and beans.
Listen to Dr. Brown talk about weight loss, weight gain, maintaining weight, and what all of it means for your bone health as well as your overall health. For an in depth understanding, read Dr. Susan Brown’s blog post on the alkaline diet.