If an individual has a low white blood cell count, his or her body becomes susceptible to serious illnesses and infections. A low white blood cell count can indicate the presence of one or more serious health problems, such as leukemia, hyperthyroidism, aplastic anemia, or an infectious disease.
To test: add 2 teaspoons of garden soil to a jar and a few inches of cabbage water. Stir and wait for 30 minutes. Check the color. If it turns pink, your soil is acidic. If it is blue/green, your soil is alkaline. There are quite a few fruit and vegetable plants that thrive in acidic soil.
General guidelines for interpreting soil pH. Soil pH Interpretation Recommended action Less than 6.0 Acidic. Rare condition in Utah. May indicate the presence of reduced iron or sulfur compounds, or contaminants in soil. Monitor pH every 3 to 5 years, or more frequently if problems develop. If pH continues to decline below 6.0 lime additions may be needed.