{"id":772,"date":"2019-08-08T23:59:08","date_gmt":"2019-08-08T23:59:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ionfarms.com\/?page_id=772"},"modified":"2023-09-14T15:42:10","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T06:42:10","slug":"water-facts","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/water-facts\/","title":{"rendered":"Water facts"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"772\" class=\"elementor elementor-772\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d81e637 elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"d81e637\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-93f3931\" data-id=\"93f3931\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-089f848 elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"089f848\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Water Facts<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a872109 elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"a872109\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;,&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-20 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-38847bf\" data-id=\"38847bf\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-20 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4f4fbdc\" data-id=\"4f4fbdc\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f21bc8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6f21bc8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"208\" height=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp2.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3628\" alt=\"ionfarms water ionizer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp2.png 208w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp2-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 208px) 100vw, 208px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-20 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4ce9697\" data-id=\"4ce9697\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c42e272 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c42e272\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Alkaline water?\u00a0 \u00a0<span style=\"color: #e0004a;\">OR<\/span>\u00a0 \u00a0Hydrogen water?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9139a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c9139a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Did you know that alkaline &amp; hydrogen water have different benefits?<br>Both are proven advantageous to the body but differently.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-20 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1a9a22a\" data-id=\"1a9a22a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-db26a86 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"db26a86\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"96\" height=\"212\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp1.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3636\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp1.png 96w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp1-5x12.png 5w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 96px) 100vw, 96px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-20 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d4abfe6\" data-id=\"d4abfe6\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3288eaa elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"3288eaa\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d415c9f\" data-id=\"d415c9f\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eb40a01 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"eb40a01\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why are specialist waters important?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d9511ef elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"d9511ef\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-79c8006\" data-id=\"79c8006\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dabc683 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"dabc683\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"316\" height=\"73\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp3.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3630\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp3.png 316w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp3-300x69.png 300w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp3-18x4.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c2bc21d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c2bc21d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The human body is composed of approximately<br \/>60% of water, so drinking pure water is crucial.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b603362\" data-id=\"b603362\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6bb4127\" data-id=\"6bb4127\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3bb9cfa elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3bb9cfa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"126\" height=\"86\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp4.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3632\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp4.png 126w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp4-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 126px) 100vw, 126px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0033d27 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0033d27\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A clinical research shows that patients who drank half a<br \/>liter of hydrogen water per day had the effectively reduced<br \/>oxidative stress and the significantly improved disease<br \/>activity in rheumatoid arthritis.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-079a1d6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"079a1d6\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-f38b65f\" data-id=\"f38b65f\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ff00b2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7ff00b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Key difference between alkaline &amp; hydrogen water<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1342386 elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"1342386\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;,&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-defac93\" data-id=\"defac93\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fb52575 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fb52575\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Hydrogen Water<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8da837a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8da837a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"75\" height=\"51\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp6.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3637\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp6.png 75w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp6-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 75px) 100vw, 75px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-85defe8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"85defe8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Hydrogen water is water abundant with<br \/>molecular hydrogen, H2.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-347df77 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"347df77\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"44\" height=\"44\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp7.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3639\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp7.png 44w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp7-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 44px) 100vw, 44px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1570aa6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1570aa6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Works as a powerful anti-oxidant.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-45cd08f\" data-id=\"45cd08f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-87edb30\" data-id=\"87edb30\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b9c74b8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b9c74b8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Alkaline Water<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-96f91c6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"96f91c6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"38\" height=\"48\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp8.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3641\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp8.png 38w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp8-10x12.png 10w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 38px) 100vw, 38px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c43f051 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c43f051\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Alkaline water is rich in alkalizing compounds<br \/>and reduces acidity levels in the body.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f9b59f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f9b59f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"54\" height=\"42\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp9.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3643\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp9.png 54w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp9-15x12.png 15w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 54px) 100vw, 54px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eeabdf7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eeabdf7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Beneficial to those who with no kidney issues.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6447c47 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"6447c47\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d21a667\" data-id=\"d21a667\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0f85837 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0f85837\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Comparison of antioxidant effects<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-255545d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"255545d\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0db7d44\" data-id=\"0db7d44\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-005dda5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"005dda5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp10.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3645\" alt=\"antioxidant benefit, alkaline benefit, hydrogen water benefits, water facts\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp10.png 1000w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp10-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp10-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp10-18x5.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3bdd91b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"3bdd91b\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c07e84c\" data-id=\"c07e84c\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fbbc1ae\" data-id=\"fbbc1ae\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1834ad2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1834ad2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-antioxidant-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp17-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3647\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp17-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp17-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0087f14 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0087f14\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>ANTIOXIDANT<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7c0aca9\" data-id=\"7c0aca9\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-37d349c elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"37d349c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-bones-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp18-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3649\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp18.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp18-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-db64fb2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"db64fb2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>BONES<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1319474\" data-id=\"1319474\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eca0d9e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"eca0d9e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-brain-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp19-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3651\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp19.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp19-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-628e0f3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"628e0f3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>BRAIN<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d185761\" data-id=\"d185761\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb4765a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"bb4765a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-cancer-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp20-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3653\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp20.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp20-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-431dc65 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"431dc65\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>CANCER<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-69e7fc3\" data-id=\"69e7fc3\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-202f034 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"202f034\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4fb3925\" data-id=\"4fb3925\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-3c2f02a\" data-id=\"3c2f02a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6aa8623 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6aa8623\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-eye-and-ear-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp21-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3655\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp21.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp21-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a29cdbe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a29cdbe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>EYE AND EAR<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-01b1279\" data-id=\"01b1279\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3c6182 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b3c6182\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-h2-chemistry-and-physics-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp22-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3657\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp22.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp22-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0a8a837 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0a8a837\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>H2 CHEMISTRY<br \/>AND PHYSICS<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e580bab\" data-id=\"e580bab\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b68d1cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b68d1cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-h2-from-bacteria-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp23-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3659\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp23.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp23-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3b2ebc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b3b2ebc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>H2 FROM<br \/>BACTERIA<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-268eae4\" data-id=\"268eae4\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3dd9e15 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3dd9e15\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-human-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"149\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp24-1.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3661\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp24-1.png 151w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp24-1-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fb8627c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fb8627c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>HUMAN<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c874ca1\" data-id=\"c874ca1\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8485190 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"8485190\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-51ba80a\" data-id=\"51ba80a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ddd7861\" data-id=\"ddd7861\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82f5761 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"82f5761\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-ischemia-reperfusion-injuries-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp25-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3663\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp25.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp25-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b5b9da elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8b5b9da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>ISCHEMIA\/REPERFUSION<br \/>INJURIES<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-236c385\" data-id=\"236c385\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-90ccd87 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"90ccd87\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-kidney-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp26-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3665\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp26.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp26-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a17e85 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9a17e85\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>KIDNEY<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e39b1d3\" data-id=\"e39b1d3\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b23bb3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8b23bb3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-liver-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp27-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3667\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp27.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp27-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7a4795 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c7a4795\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>LIVER<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d5e1273\" data-id=\"d5e1273\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbb4055 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"bbb4055\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-lung-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp28-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3669\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp28.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp28-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a203dd9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a203dd9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>LUNG<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b2043b5\" data-id=\"b2043b5\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-0574f27 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"0574f27\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7e1159c\" data-id=\"7e1159c\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-57b8b25\" data-id=\"57b8b25\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-764cbab elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"764cbab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-metabolic-syndrome-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp29-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3671\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp29.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp29-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-608a6e8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"608a6e8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>METABOLIC<br \/>SYNDROME<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2038306\" data-id=\"2038306\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0b334e9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"0b334e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-pain-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp30-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3673\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp30.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp30-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d3802c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4d3802c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>PAIN<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b3c825e\" data-id=\"b3c825e\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75e4231 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"75e4231\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-safety-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp31-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3675\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp31.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp31-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3108ade elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3108ade\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>SAFETY<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2b4e6ad\" data-id=\"2b4e6ad\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e70cf2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8e70cf2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-sepsis-gastritis-and-intestine-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp32-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3677\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp32.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp32-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3d6e3f3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3d6e3f3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>SEPSIS, GASTRITIS<br \/>AND INTESTINE<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-31f2450\" data-id=\"31f2450\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9c38fae elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"9c38fae\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8c3a437\" data-id=\"8c3a437\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c4c491d\" data-id=\"c4c491d\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21556df elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"21556df\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-skin-radiation-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp33-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3679\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp33.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp33-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5129b36 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5129b36\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>SKIN &amp; RADIATION<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-495f80a\" data-id=\"495f80a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de433f9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"de433f9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/h2cap.com\/h2water-spine-and-pancreas-studies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp34-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-image-3681\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp34.png 150w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp34-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41758ba elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"41758ba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>SPINE AND PANCREAS<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-f1250f0\" data-id=\"f1250f0\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c18dccc\" data-id=\"c18dccc\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-16 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-f72ebee\" data-id=\"f72ebee\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-005af28 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"005af28\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7e67907\" data-id=\"7e67907\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da20114 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"da20114\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Summary<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-277762a elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"277762a\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-946b303\" data-id=\"946b303\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-942abb9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"942abb9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"52\" height=\"114\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp11.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3686\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp11.png 52w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp11-5x12.png 5w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 52px) 100vw, 52px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-02603d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"02603d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>While alkaline water helps restore the body to work the best,<br \/>hydrogen water functions as antioxidant and restorative.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-dc52e9f\" data-id=\"dc52e9f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-3bb81bc\" data-id=\"3bb81bc\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0730414 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"0730414\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"70\" height=\"90\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp12.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3688\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp12.png 70w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp12-9x12.png 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 70px) 100vw, 70px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0c7698 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a0c7698\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Both have been proven to improve health and prevent<br \/>future illnesses.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a0fc77d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"a0fc77d\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2dae244\" data-id=\"2dae244\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-842f521 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"842f521\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Health hacks of hydrogen &amp; alkaline water<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-65c4958 elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"65c4958\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-241712c\" data-id=\"241712c\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b0c11de\" data-id=\"b0c11de\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ec8939 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5ec8939\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"66\" height=\"73\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp13.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3689\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp13.png 66w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp13-11x12.png 11w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 66px) 100vw, 66px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-94711ef elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"94711ef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Hydrogen molecules penetrate the<br \/>entire body and combat oxidative stress.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bf2a7ce\" data-id=\"bf2a7ce\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e1e6c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2e1e6c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"48\" height=\"73\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp14.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3691\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp14.png 48w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp14-8x12.png 8w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 48px) 100vw, 48px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dbdf469 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dbdf469\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Alkaline &amp; hydrogen water are<br \/>anti-aging &amp; anti-inflammatory.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-211cafa\" data-id=\"211cafa\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5594063 elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"5594063\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fd86702\" data-id=\"fd86702\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fc97aca\" data-id=\"fc97aca\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d25f8da elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d25f8da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"54\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp15.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3693\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp15.png 54w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp15-11x12.png 11w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 54px) 100vw, 54px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b1638f3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b1638f3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>They boost energy &amp; detox the body.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0aa020d\" data-id=\"0aa020d\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fbd9e03 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"fbd9e03\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"69\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp16.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-3695\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp16.png 69w, https:\/\/ionfarms.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/wp16-14x12.png 14w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 69px) 100vw, 69px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b0b487 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2b0b487\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>They help hydrate the body<br \/>faster &amp; prevent terminal diseases.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-25 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d7c201c\" data-id=\"d7c201c\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-33a3f2b elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"33a3f2b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;,&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c15b483\" data-id=\"c15b483\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6c3157f\" data-id=\"6c3157f\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1374228 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1374228\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The winning combination<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-33 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7ed9f55\" data-id=\"7ed9f55\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c5d2ba0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"c5d2ba0\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column 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aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1541\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">What is Alkaline Water Good For?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1541\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1541\"><p>Lots of people know that alkaline water has health benefits. But very few people know that alkaline water has other uses as well.<\/p><p><strong>What is alkaline water good for?<\/strong><\/p><ul><li><b>Health<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Athletic performance<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Cooking<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Neutralizing pesticide residues<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Coffee and tea<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Alkaline water is good for a lot more than just health! In fact for me, the most important benefit of alkaline water is it\u2019s benefit to athletic performance. I train at very high intensity, and I depend on alkaline water to maintain my hydration and combat performance robbing muscular acidosis. Second to that usage, I make my coffee with alkaline water. It improves the taste and increases my coffee\u2019s antioxidant potential!<\/p><h2>Alkaline water health benefits<\/h2><p><b>What health conditions is alkaline water good for?<\/b>\u00a0There are many health conditions that alkaline water is good for. Alkaline water is good for you the way a healthy diet is good for you. It supplies things your body needs for good health, such as:<\/p><ul><li><b>Easy-to-absorb calcium and magnesium<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Improved hydration<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Antioxidant benefits<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Acid-fighting alkalinity<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><h3>What is alkaline water good for?<b>\u00a0Bone health.<\/b><\/h3><p>Alkaline water has been shown in several studies to reduce your rate of bone loss. The older you get, the more alkaline water can help you slow bone loss. As we age, our bodies\u2019 natural defense against acidity begin to decline. What are your bodies\u2019 natural defenses against acidity?<\/p><ul><li><b>Breath<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 You exhale acidity in the form of CO2<\/li><li><b>Urine<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Your kidneys excrete acidic wastes from your diet<\/li><li><b>Bone<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 As a last resort, your body will take calcium from your bones to neutralize acidity<\/li><\/ul><p><b>Out of breath?<\/b>\u00a0Your lungs are the most efficient system for ridding your body of acidity. But for breath to work effectively, you must have good stamina. If you run out of breath easily, as many older people do, that limits your body\u2019s ability to expel acidity from your lungs. If you have health conditions that limit your ability to breathe, such as asthma, your lungs can\u2019t keep up with the acidity your body generates. The inability to effectively exhale acidity can lead to bone loss.<\/p><p>Alkaline water will do two things that will help you reduce the rate you are losing bone:<\/p><ul><li><b>Supply calcium and magnesium<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Provide acid-fighting alkalinity<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Your body will steal calcium and magnesium from your bones to neutralize acidity. Alkaline water can act as it\u2019s supply of calcium and magnesium instead. Both minerals supply acid-fighting alkalinity that reduces bone loss. Studies show that alkaline water lowers two enzyme markers of bone loss that doctors use to determine your rate of bone loss. In short, alkaline water helps you keep the healthy bone you have.<\/p><h3>Got an upset stomach?\u00a0<b>Acid reflux?<\/b><\/h3><p>Possibly the most important health benefit of alkaline water is it\u2019s benefit to digestive health. Alkaline water can do a lot to improve your digestive health. Here are two of the most important things it does for you:<\/p><ul><li><b>Inactivates pepsin, the enzyme that triggers acid reflux<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Supports the growth of beneficial probiotic microbes in your gut<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Alkaline water and a sensible diet have been shown to be just as effective as PPI medication for stopping acid reflux. PPI medications have dangerous side effects:<\/p><ul><li><b>Allows harmful organisms to flourish in the gut<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Impairs nutrient absorption<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Increases your risk of heart trouble<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Bad for your kidneys<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Increases your risk of dementia<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Japanese clinical testing showed that 88% of people in that study found relief from minor chronic digestive upset just by drinking alkaline water alone. Here are the types of digestive upset that alkaline water helped with:<\/p><ul><li><b>Chronic diarrhea<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Constipation<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Gas\/bloating<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Indigestion<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Acid indigestion<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Alkaline water\u2019s effects are gradual. The people in the study reported gaining relief about two weeks after starting alkaline water. The study compared the effect of drinking plain water to alkaline water. Researchers found that drinking plain water had no effect on digestive complaints.<\/p><h3>What is alkaline water good for?<b>\u00a0Detoxification<\/b><\/h3><p>Mercury and lead contamination is a growing problem. Over 1,000 US cities have water with unsafe levels of lead. People who eat seafood are exposed to harmful levels of mercury. Hexavalent Chromium 6 is found in water supplies nationwide. Thanks to crumbling infrastructure, these problems will only get worse. Thankfully, alkaline water can help. A clinical study on people new to alkaline water showed that they discharged 10 different heavy metals including mercury and lead, after starting alkaline water. Other studies from Sweden showed that the pH of the water you drink has an effect on what your body absorbs. The study examined women who drank well water. One group drank well water that was naturally alkaline, the other group drank water that was naturally acidic:<\/p><ul><li><b>Alkaline water drinkers absorbed calcium and magnesium<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Acidic water drinkers absorbed mercury and boron<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Those test results were confirmed by other research that compared the effect of pH on calcium absorption. One group drank calcium rich acidic water, the other group drank calcium rich alkaline water. The alkaline water group absorbed calcium from their water. The acidic water group didn\u2019t absorb the calcium, it was discharged in their urine.<\/p><h2>Alkaline water is good for weight loss<\/h2><p>One of the most popular reasons people drink alkaline water for is weight loss. There are a few different ways that alkaline water helps in the weight loss process:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Supports beneficial probiotic microbes<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Reduces appetite<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Improves hydration<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><h3>How alkaline water supports beneficial probiotic microbes<\/h3><p>Probiotic microbes are harmed by oxidation in the gut. Antioxidant alkaline water reduces oxidation. That helps probiotic microbes thrive. Reducing oxidation in the gut also suppresses the growth of harmful bacteria that can cause weight gain and some diseases. The harmful bacteria in the gut thrive in oxidative environments.<\/p><p>A pilot study on new alkaline water drinkers found that they lost an average of 12 pounds over two months. The study participants were middle-aged and overweight. During the study the participants ate their same diet, got the same amount of exercise, and the pounds came off.<\/p><h3>Appetite reduction<\/h3><p>Drinking alkaline water at the right time can help reduce your appetite. Drink an 8 ounce glass of alkaline water about a half an hour before a meal. There are a couple of theories as to why that helps reduce your appetite. First, beneficial probiotic bacteria release a hormone called GLP-1, which reduces your appetite. Second, in older adults the thirst impulse is often misinterpreted as hunger. Drinking alkaline water helps reset that thirst impulse in people who are chronically dehydrated. The CDC estimates that 3 out of 4 Americans are chronically dehydrated.<\/p><h2>Why alkaline water is good for athletic performance<\/h2><p>Alkaline water provides three key benefits for athletes:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Improved hydration<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Acid-fighting alkalinity<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Performance boosting antioxidant potential<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Athletic performance drops off with as little as 2% dehydration. At that level, the body has a harder time regulating heat, and the metabolism slows down. Both of those responses to dehydration have the effect of reducing athletic performance and can also contribute to depression.<\/p><p>Alkaline water hydrates faster and more thoroughly than plain water. It also provides alkalinity that has been shown in research to raise blood pH in conditions of exercise-induced acidosis. Professional athletes alkalize their bodies prior to working out because alkalinity buffers performance-robbing lactic acid in the muscles. In conditions of exercise-induced acidosis, alkaline water has been shown to raise blood pH by as much as 40 \u00a0\u2013 70%.<\/p><h3>Alkaline water plus electrolytes makes a potent sports beverage<\/h3><p>Antioxidant alkaline water combined with a powdered electrolyte (such as Gatorade) has significant benefits for athletes seeking maximum performance. A study conducted in Serbia showed that; compared to plain water mixed with electrolytes, alkaline water mixed with electrolytes:<\/p><ul><li><b>Reduces Rates of Perceived Exertion<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Improves Heart Rate response during and after exercise<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Reduces blood lactate levels during and after exercise<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Increases blood bicarbonates<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>The study compared plain water mixed with Gatorade to alkaline water mixed with Gatorade. Athletes in the study consumed both; plain water with Gatorade, and then after a washout period, alkaline water mixed with Gatorade. The athletes in the study reported that the exercises they performed felt like they required significantly less effort when consuming alkaline water mixed with Gatorade.<\/p><p>Another benefit that was noted in the heart rate of the athletes: Their heart rate was significantly lower when exercising on the alkaline water with electrolytes mix than it was with plain water and electrolytes. That means that the athletes experienced significantly less cardiovascular stress while exercising. The athletes also returned to their normal resting heart rate faster after exercising.<\/p><p>Blood lactate levels were also lower in the alkaline water and electrolytes group than they were in the plain water with electrolytes group. Lactic acid robs you of performance. Professional athletes alkalize their bodies prior to working out to minimize that loss of performance.<\/p><p>The final benefit noted in the study was that the athletes serum bicarbonate levels were higher in the alkaline water group versus the plain water group. That means that the alkaline water group had a greater amount of alkaline minerals in their bloodstream than the plain water group. Those alkaline minerals buffer performance-robbing acidity. That increases an athlete\u2019s\u2019 endurance.<\/p><h2>Alkaline water is good for cooking with<\/h2><p>Alkaline water improves food\u2019s texture and taste.Use the highest alkaline setting on your water ionizer for best results. Here are some tips on cooking with alkaline water:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Mix it with citrus juices to make those juices less acidic.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Soak raw meat in alkaline water to make the meat to tenderize it and keep its flavor<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Use alkaline water when making drinks with enticing aromas. It will enhance their fragrance<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Soak eggs in alkaline water before boiling to make them easier to peel<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Bake with alkaline water for extra fluffiness<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Use alkaline water in omelets and scrambled eggs to make them fluffier<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><h2>Neutralize acidic pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables<\/h2><p>Rinsing your fruits and vegetables in the sink before eating them doesn\u2019t remove pesticide residues. But soaking them in alkaline water will remove and neutralize those residues. You can even see this effect for yourself: Simply soak some fruits or vegetables in a bowl of plain water and a bowl of alkaline water. Wait about 20 minutes, and you\u2019ll see the alkaline water turn muddy brown. The plain water will still be clear.<\/p><h2>Alkaline water makes the best coffee and tea<\/h2><p>Possibly the best use for alkaline water is making coffee and tea. It makes both beverages more flavorful and aromatic. It also reduces the bitterness of both beverages. Most notable is the fact that alkaline water increases the antioxidant benefits of both coffee and tea!<\/p><p>Coffee has more antioxidants in it than fruit or vegetables. Making coffee with alkaline water triples it\u2019s antioxidant strength. Making it with alkaline water also makes coffee a lot easier on your stomach because it makes it less acidic. The higher the pH of the water you brew your coffee with, the better.<\/p><p>Tea is also an antioxidant, and alkaline water boosts its potency too. Research on brewing tea with alkaline water shows that alkaline water increases the amount of catechins, which are antioxidants in tea. It also reduces the formation of tea cream. Tea cream is deposits that form on the bottom of a tea cup as the tea cools. Tea cream robs tea of its antioxidant potential. Just like with coffee, you want to use the highest pH water you can get.<\/p><h2>Why a water ionizer is the best source for alkaline water<\/h2><p>As you can see, the answer to the question: \u201cWhat is alkaline water good for?\u201d Is that alkaline water is good for lots of things. For health purposes, you\u2019ll want to drink at least two liters of it per day. Then you\u2019ll want additional alkaline water for cooking, working out, detoxifying fruits and vegetables, and for your coffee and tea. If you tried to do all those things with bottled alkaline water, it would get expensive quickly! Also, bottled alkaline water won\u2019t work the same for:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Athletic performance<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Making coffee and tea<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Gut health and some other health issues<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Bottled alkaline water won\u2019t work for those things because it doesn\u2019t have any antioxidant potential. The antioxidant potential of the ionized alkaline water made by a water ionizer is responsible for some of its most important benefits. You\u2019ll miss out on those benefits if you drink bottled alkaline water.<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Ostojic, Sergej, and Marko Stonanovic. \u201c<i>Hydrogen-Rich Water Affected Blood Alkalinity in Physically Active Men<\/i>.\u201d . Research in Sports Medicine: An International Journal, 06 Jan 2014. 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Influence of bottled water on rehydration following a dehydrating bout of cycling exercise<b>.\u00a0<\/b>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition \u00a0<i>Springerlink<\/i>\u00a0July 2009.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0<b>http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf<\/b><\/a><\/p><p>Weidman, Joseph and et al. \u201cEffect of electrolyzed high-pH alkaline water on blood viscosity in healthy adults\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>BioMed Central. 28 November 2016. Web. 3 May 2017.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/jissn.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12970-016-0153-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/jissn.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12970-016-0153-8<\/a><\/p><p>Heil, D. \u201cAcid-base balance and hydration status following consumption of mineral-based alkaline bottled water..\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 13 Sep 2010. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Rosborg, I, B Nihlgard, and L Gerhardsson. \u201cHair element concentrations in females in one acid and one alkaline area in southern Sweden.\u201d\u00a0<i>PubMed NCBI<\/i>. Ambio, n.d. Web. 3 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/14703901\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/14703901<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Vorobjeva, N.V.. \u201cSelective stimulation of the growth of anaerobic microflora in the human intestinal tract by electrolyzed reducing water.\u201d\u00a0<i>Medical Hypotheses<\/i>. Elsevier, 14 Jun 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Koufamn, J.A, and N. Johnston. \u201cPotential Benefits of PH 8.8 Alkaline Drinking Water as an Adjunct in the Treatment of Reflux Disease.\u201d\u00a0<i>National Center for Biotechnology Information<\/i>. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 July 2012. Web. 24 Apr. 2015. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Holsworth, R, , and et al. \u201cEffect of Hydration on Whole Blood Viscosity in Firefighters.\u201d\u00a0<i>NCBI<\/i>. PubMed, Aug, 2013. Web. 27 Dec 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Shirihata, Sanetaka, and Takeke Hamasaki. \u201cAdvanced Research on the Health Benefit of Reduced Water \u2606.\u201d\u00a0<i>Advanced Research on the Health Benefit of Reduced Water<\/i>. Trends in Food Science &amp; Technology, 9 Nov. 2011. Web. 15 Feb. 2016. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0924224411002408\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0924224411002408<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4893baa elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"4893baa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-7611\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-7611\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Alkaline Water is best for Water Fasting<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-7611\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-7611\"><p>Water fasting is becoming a popular way to lose weight. It has also been suggested in studies as a way to lower<\/p><p>How Water Fasting Worksyour risk of chronic diseases and extend your lifespan. One big downside to water fasting is that it induces fasting-acidosis: A condition where blood pH drops to unsafe levels during the fast. Fasting acidosis can lead to acid reflux, nausea, and heartburn, among other effects. Alkaline water\u00a0is the best water for water fasting because it can raise blood pH from 40 \u2013 70% under acidosis conditions. It also inactivates pepsin, the enzyme that triggers the painful burning of acid reflux.<\/p><p>During a water fast, you consume nothing but water. If you are water fasting without medical supervision, your fast should last no longer than 24 to 72 hours. You should choose the dates you plan to fast carefully: You will experience low energy levels, so try to choose days where you can keep your activities to a minimum. Definitely, plan on not driving or operating machinery.<\/p><p>It\u2019s a good idea to build up to fasting slowly. Begin in the days ahead of your fast by reducing the size of your meals. Avoid fasting if you are feeling unwell or very tired, When fasting, be sure to drink plenty of alkaline water. You should drink about 3 liters per day.<\/p><p>After your fast, you should begin with small, easy to digest meals like chicken soup. Then build up gradually to normal-sized meals.<\/p><h2>Benefits of Alkaline Water for Water Fasting<\/h2><p><b>Stop acidosis<\/b>: Alkaline water will help raise your blood pH when your body enters into a state of fasting-induced acidosis.\u00a0Acidosis is a temporary condition\u00a0where the blood pH drops to unsafe levels. Your body can compensate for it, but that compensation might cost you some bone mass. That is because the body will steal calcium from your bones to neutralize the excess acidity. Drinking alkaline water during your fast helps protect your bones.<\/p><p><b>Stop acid reflux<\/b>: You are also likely to experience acid reflux while water fasting if you don\u2019t drink alkaline water. Acid reflux is a common side effect of water fasting. Alkaline water inactivates pepsin, the enzyme that triggers the painful burning of acid reflux.<\/p><p><b>Detoxification<\/b>: Alkaline water hydrates you faster and more thoroughly than plain water. While fasting, you want to flush your body of toxins as much as possible. Alkaline water\u2019s alkaline pH enables your kidneys to effectively flush toxins like fluoride and heavy metals.<\/p><h2>What to do during a Water Fast<\/h2><p>You\u2019re going to feel tired and low on energy, so plan to get lots of rest, avoid intensive exercise, and drink lots of alkaline water. You need to drink more water than usual because 20 \u2013 30% of the water you consume on a daily basis comes from your food. You\u2019ll need to replace that water.<\/p><p><b>Caution<\/b>: It\u2019s normal to feel a little dizzy when you get up during a fast, so be careful that you don\u2019t fall down. If a person doing a fast begins to feel disoriented or confused, seek medical help right away.<\/p><h2>People who should not fast<\/h2><p>Some people shouldn\u2019t fast. If you are under a doctor\u2019s care for any reason, you must ask your doctor before starting a fast. If you are over 65 or under 18, talk to your doctor before starting a fast. In addition, the following people should never fast:<\/p><ul><li>People with an eating disorder<\/li><li>Those who are underweight<\/li><li>Women that are pregnant or breastfeeding<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>People with heart trouble<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Anybody who has type one diabetes<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Persons with uncontrolled migraines<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>People receiving blood transfusions<\/li><\/ul><p>It is a good idea for anyone planning to do a water fast to talk to their doctor first. Your doctor can make specific recommendations that will enable you to get the most out of your water fast.<\/p><h2>For best results, use alkaline water from a water ionizer<\/h2><p>During your water fast, you\u2019ll be drinking about 3 or more liters of alkaline water per day. A\u00a0water ionizer\u00a0is ideal because you can make and drink as much alkaline water as you want. You should also drink the highest pH alkaline water your machine makes. You need high pH alkaline water because your body will be in a state of fasting-induced acidosis. The bottled alkaline water at the store isn\u2019t as strong as the ionized alkaline water from a water ionizer, it won\u2019t fight your acidosis as effectively as the alkaline water from a water ionizer.<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>2017 A. \u201cWater Fasting: Benefits and Dangers. Healthline. 22 October 2017. Web 17 July 2018.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/water-fasting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/water-fasting<\/a><\/p><p>Ostojic, Sergej, and Marko Stonanovic. \u201c<i>Hydrogen-Rich Water Affected Blood Alkalinity<\/i><\/p><p><i>in Physically Active Men<\/i>.\u201d. Research in Sports Medicine: An International Journal, 06 Jan 2014. Web. 20 Feb 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092<\/a>&gt;.\u00a0<\/p><p>Wynn, E, MA Krieg, JM Aeschlimann, and P Burckhardt. \u201cAlkaline mineral water lowers<\/p><p>bone resorption even in calcium sufficiency: alkaline mineral water and bone metabolism.\u201d\u00a0<i>Bone<\/i>. Elsevier, 27 Oct 2008. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Heil, P and Seifert, J. Influence of bottled water on rehydration following a dehydrating bout of<\/p><p>cycling exercise<b>.\u00a0<\/b>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition \u00a0<i>Springerlink<\/i>\u00a0July 2009.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf<\/b><\/a><\/p><p>Heil, D. \u201cAcid-base balance and hydration status following consumption of<\/p><p>mineral-based alkaline bottled water..\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 13 Sep 2010. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Koufamn, J.A, and N. Johnston. \u201cPotential Benefits of PH 8.8 Alkaline Drinking Water as<\/p><p>an Adjunct in the Treatment of Reflux Disease.\u201d\u00a0<i>National Center for Biotechnology Information<\/i>. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 July 2012. Web. 24 Apr. 2015. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7323c79 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"7323c79\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1201\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1201\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">A Natural Way to Better Brain Health<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1201\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1201\"><p>Recent breakthrough research has shown the way to a new, all natural approach to better brain health. That research has shown that there is a strong link between\u00a0gut health\u00a0and brain health. But the most surprising finding is that leg exercise is\u00a0<i>critical<\/i>\u00a0to brain health. This groundbreaking finding fundamentally alters sciences understanding of the brain and nervous system medicine. It will lead to novel new therapies in the future. But you don\u2019t have to wait for that future; there are natural ways that you can use right now to give you better brain health in the future<\/p><h2>Why leg exercise is critical to better brain health<\/h2><p>Research published in\u00a0<i>Frontiers in Neuroscience<\/i>\u00a0reveals that brain health depends on signals sent from the leg muscles to the brain. That research showed that when people are unable to do load-bearing exercises \u2013 such as walking \u2013 that their body chemistry is altered at a fundamental level. According to Dr. Raffaella Adami:<\/p><p>\u201cOur study supports the notion that people who are unable to do load-bearing exercises\u2014such as patients who are bedridden, or even astronauts on extended travel\u2014not only lose muscle mass, but their body chemistry is altered at the cellular level and even their nervous system is adversely impacted\u201d<\/p><p>In the study, researchers found that limiting physical activity reduced the number of neural stem cells in an area of the brain known as the subventricular zone. The subventricular zone is responsible for maintaining nerve cell health. The research shows conclusively that using your legs, especially in weight-bearing exercises, sends signals to the brain that are vital for the production of healthy neural cells.<\/p><h2>Exercise and oxygen in the body<\/h2><p>Researchers found another important fact about exercise when they studied individual cells: Restricting exercise lowers the amount of oxygen in the body. That loss of oxygen creates an anaerobic environment (one that lacks oxygen) in the body and slows your metabolism. Reducing exercise impacts genes which are important for the health of mitochondria: The powerhouse in cells that produce energy in the body.<\/p><p>This finding has profound implications for people who feel too tired to exercise. That constant fatigue is made worse by lack of exercise! It suggests something that every successful athlete has known intuitively: When you are most tired, that is the time to push it the hardest.<\/p><h2>The brain\/gut connection<\/h2><p>Research has also uncovered another astonishing medical fact: Brain health is affected by gut health. High levels of harmful microbes in the gut have been shown to have a link to the development of brain diseases like Dementia. The link is clear: If you have an unhealthy gut, your chances of developing many degenerative diseases is much higher.<\/p><h3>Antioxidant alkaline water is good for gut health<\/h3><p>The beneficial microbes in your gut are called\u00a0<i>probiotic<\/i>\u00a0microbes. You can increase the levels and diversity of the beneficial probiotic microbes in your gut by consuming probiotic foods and drinking antioxidant alkaline water. Research on gut health shows that antioxidant alkaline water reduces\u00a0oxidation\u00a0in the gut. Reducing oxidation helps the beneficial probiotic bacteria in your gut thrive. In fact, improving gut health was the very first medical benefit from alkaline water that was documented by science.<\/p><p>Some of the health benefits of antioxidant alkaline water that have been observed in studies for gut health are:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Relief from digestive upset<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Inactivates pepsin: The enzyme that triggers the painful burning of acid reflux<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Weight loss<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Relief from constipation\/gas\/bloating<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>In Japanese clinical studies, 88% of people with chronic digestive upset found partial or full relief from their digestive problems from drinking alkaline water alone! Some of the test subjects had been struggling with gut health issues for years before finding relief from drinking antioxidant alkaline water.<\/p><p><b>Notable:<\/b>\u00a0Improving your gut health will protect your brain health. Studies prove it!<\/p><h2>Alkaline hydrogen water can help you get more exercise and achieve better brain health<\/h2><p>Leg exercise will help you develop healthy new neural stem cells, but it doesn\u2019t protect the brain cells you already have from oxidation: A process where particles called radicals attack and destroy brain cells. Oxidation is a major factor in the development of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer\u2019s, Dementia, and Parkinson\u2019s. \u00a0Alkaline molecular hydrogen water can protect brain cells from being destroyed by oxidation.<\/p><p>Alkaline hydrogen water has two antioxidants: Particles that fight harmful oxidation: Molecular hydrogen and the antioxidant hydroxyl ion. These two antioxidant particles can protect the brain because they can pass through the\u00a0<i>blood\/brain barrier<\/i>: A membrane in your brain that separates it from the rest of the circulatory system. That blood\/brain barrier blocks antioxidants that you get from food or supplements from entering the brain.<\/p><h3>Energize your body with alkaline molecular hydrogen water and electrolytes<\/h3><p><b>Do you feel too tired to exercise?<\/b>\u00a0Alkaline water and electrolytes can change that \u2013 fast! If you mix alkaline water with a powdered electrolyte such as Gatorade, it makes a potent sports drink that will energize you and enhance your workout. I use this formula personally in high-intensity interval training \u2013 it really works!<\/p><ul><li><b>Use 16 Ounces of level 4 alkaline water<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Add powdered electrolytes (follow instructions on the package)<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Mix and drink right away<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Note:<\/b>\u00a0Bottled alkaline water will NOT work for this drink mix. Bottled alkaline water has no antioxidant potential. The antioxidant potential of alkaline hydrogen water is what makes this sports drink work.<\/p><h2>Why you need a water ionizer to make alkaline hydrogen water<\/h2><p>For best results, you need to drink two or more liters of alkaline molecular hydrogen water per day. Two liters is the amount of alkaline water researchers had test subjects drink per day in alkaline water health studies that showed positive results. You can\u2019t get alkaline hydrogen water in stores. That is because hydrogen escapes through plastic, you can\u2019t bottle it!<\/p><p>A\u00a0water ionizer\u00a0makes alkaline hydrogen water for pennies per gallon. That alkaline hydrogen water is at its most potent when it is fresh. By using your own water ionizer, you can make alkaline hydrogen water and consume it while it\u2019s still fresh. That way you get the maximum health benefit possible.<\/p><p><b>Pro Tip: Storing alkaline hydrogen water<\/b>: If you want to store alkaline hydrogen water, you must use an aluminum bottle. Hydrogen escapes right through plastic and glass.<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Raffaella Adami, Jessica Pagano et al. \u201c<i>Reduction of Movement in Neurological Diseases:<\/i><\/p><p><i>Effects on Neural Stem Cells Characteristics<\/i>\u201d Frontiers in Neuroscience. 23 May 2018. Web 4 June 2018.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fnins.2018.00336\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fnins.2018.00336\/full<\/a><\/p><p>Vorobjeva, N.V.. \u201cSelective stimulation of the growth of anaerobic microflora in the<\/p><p>human intestinal tract by electrolyzed reducing water.\u201d\u00a0<i>Medical Hypotheses<\/i>. Elsevier, 14 Jun 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Ostojic, S.M. \u201cAl.\u00a0<i>Drinks with alkaline negative oxidative reduction potential improve exercise<\/i><\/p><p><i>performance in physically active men and women: double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, cross-over trial of efficacy and safety<\/i>..\u201d\u00a0<i>Serbian Journal of Sports Sciences<\/i>. 5.3 (2011): 83-89.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sjss-sportsacademy.edu.rs\/archive\/details\/drinks-with-alkaline-negative-oxidative-reduction-potential-improve-exercise-performance-in-physically-active-men-and-women-double-blind-randomized-placebo-controlled-cross-over-trial-of-efficacy-and-safety-223.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.sjss-sportsacademy.edu.rs\/archive\/details\/drinks-with-alkaline-negative-oxidative-reduction-potential-improve-exercise-performance-in-physically-active-men-and-women-double-blind-randomized-placebo-controlled-cross-over-trial-of-efficacy-and-safety-223.html<\/a><\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Yan, H, \u00a0and et al. \u201cThe neuroprotective effects of electrolyzed reduced water and its<\/p><p>model water containing molecular hydrogen and Pt nanoparticles.\u201d\u00a0<i>BMC Proceedings<\/i>. Europeans Society for Animal Cell Technology, 22 Nov 2011. Web. 29 Oct 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1753-6561\/5\/S8\/P69\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1753-6561\/5\/S8\/P69<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Kashiwagi, Taichi, and Et Al. \u201cElectrochemically Reduced Water Protects Neural Cells from<\/p><p>Oxidative Damage.\u201d\u00a0<i>Electrochemically Reduced Water Protects Neural Cells from Oxidative Damage<\/i>. Hindawi Publishing, 14 Oct. 2014. Web. 12 Nov. 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/omcl\/2014\/869121\/abs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/omcl\/2014\/869121\/abs\/<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Koufamn, J.A, and N. Johnston. \u201cPotential Benefits of PH 8.8 Alkaline Drinking Water as<\/p><p>an Adjunct in the Treatment of Reflux Disease.\u201d\u00a0<i>National Center for Biotechnology Information<\/i>. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 July 2012. Web. 24 Apr. 2015. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Shirihata, Sanetaka, and Takeke Hamasaki. \u201cAdvanced Research on the Health Benefit<\/p><p>of Reduced Water \u2606.\u201d\u00a0<i>Advanced Research on the Health Benefit of Reduced Water<\/i>. Trends in Food Science &amp; Technology, 9 Nov. 2011. Web. 15 Feb. 2016. &lt;http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0924224411002408&gt;.<\/p><p>Atsunori Nakao and et al. \u201c<i>Effectiveness of Hydrogen Rich Water on Antioxidant Status<\/i><\/p><p><i>of Subjects with Potential Metabolic Syndrome\u2014An Open Label Pilot Study<\/i>\u201d Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition, 24 February 2010. Web 28 July 2016<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd0cdc6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"dd0cdc6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2311\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2311\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">What they don\u2019t tell you about hydrogen sticks and hydrogen pills<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2311\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2311\"><p>Hydrogen sticks and hydrogen pills generate hydrogen in water. While hydrogen has been shown to have some&nbsp;antioxidant health benefits, there is something that the companies that sell them don\u2019t tell you: They also put magnesium hydroxide in your water.<\/p>\n<p>Why is that a big deal? Because magnesium hydroxide has health effects of its own. Consumed properly, magnesium hydroxide is beneficial to your health, but you can overdo it. If you overdose on magnesium hydroxide, it can lead to digestive problems like diarrhea. The problem with hydrogen sticks and hydrogen pills is that they make it easy to overdo it.<\/p>\n<h2>What can go wrong with hydrogen sticks and hydrogen pills<\/h2>\n<p><b>Diarrhea<\/b>: Magnesium hydroxide is the active ingredient in Ex-Lax, Milk of Magnesia and other laxatives. If you consume too much of it you\u2019ll get diarrhea.<\/p>\n<p><b>Pregnant or nursing mothers<\/b>: &nbsp;Women who are expecting or nursing should be especially careful: The effects of magnesium hydroxide on unborn or new-born infants is unknown. If you are pregnant or nursing, speak with your doctor before consuming anything with large amounts of magnesium hydroxide in it. That includes water that has been spiked with hydrogen sticks or pills.<\/p>\n<p><b>Overdose<\/b>: If you do consume too much magnesium hydroxide, you may experience the following overdose symptoms: severe diarrhea, muscle weakness, mood changes, slow or irregular heartbeats, and little or no urinating.<\/p>\n<h2>How much magnesium hydroxide is safe to consume for daily use?<\/h2>\n<p>The smartest thing you can do is to follow the&nbsp;World Health Organization\u2019s&nbsp;(WHO) recommendation: You should get 10 \u2013 20% of your daily needs for calcium and magnesium from the water you drink. For adults, that means:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Calcium: 120 \u2013 240 mg<\/li>\n<li>Magnesium 40 \u2013 80 mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Otherwise, you should get the rest of your magnesium from the foods you eat. The problem with hydrogen sticks and hydrogen pills is that they put a lot more than 40 \u2013 80 mg of magnesium into your water. The potential health effects of taking high doses of magnesium in water haven\u2019t been studied. Your safest bet is to stay within the WHO guidelines listed above. They also don\u2019t supply any calcium, and for best results, you should consume calcium and magnesium at the same time. Calcium and magnesium are co-factors: They are easiest absorbed when you get both at the same time.<\/p>\n<h2>The safer way to get calcium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide in your water<\/h2>\n<p>A water ionizer machine is the safest way to get beneficial amounts of calcium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide in your water. This is because the machine converts the&nbsp;<b><i>naturally-occurring<\/i><\/b>&nbsp;calcium bicarbonate and magnesium bicarbonate in your tap water into calcium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide. The calcium and magnesium in your tap water come from nature. Both are present in the same concentrations you find in nature.<\/p>\n<p>Because the calcium and magnesium present in ionized alkaline water are at natural levels, you can\u2019t overdo it. You can drink 2 \u2013 4 liters per day ionized alkaline water, and not overdo it on magnesium or calcium.<\/p>\n<h2>A water ionizer combines the benefits of hydrogen and alkaline water<\/h2>\n<p>The best reason to get your healthy water from a water ionizer is that the machine combines the&nbsp;benefits of antioxidant ionized alkaline water with the benefits of hydrogen. You get water with naturally healthy levels of calcium and magnesium in it, plus molecular hydrogen!<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a1c76e elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"2a1c76e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-4411\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-4411\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">The Benefits of Molecular Hydrogen for Arthritis<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-4411\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-4411\"><p><b>A potential medical breakthrough<\/b>. That\u2019s what Dr. Toru Ishibashi suggested that molecular : The only hydrogen water machines powerful enough for arthritis<\/p>\n<p>hydrogen could be for sufferers of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Dr. Ishibashi conducted a review study, called \u201cMolecular Hydrogen: New Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Related Diseases\u201d which examined the results of clinical experiments that tested the effects of molecular hydrogen on people who suffer from Rheumatoid Arthritis.<\/p>\n<h2>The Hydroxyl Radical: The silent killer behind Rheumatoid Arthritis<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Ishibashi\u2019s research discussed in detail the primary cause behind Rheumatoid Arthritis attacks. The hydroxyl radical (\u2981OH)\u00a0which\u00a0is a Reactive Oxygen Species that destroys DNA and tissues. The hydroxyl radical destroys tissues and DNA by stripping electrons from them in a process called oxidation. It\u2019s the same process that causes iron to rust, and cut apples to turn brown. What the hydroxyl radical does to your joints is it oxidizes them, that causes bone and connective tissues to be destroyed. It also attacks your DNA, and that causes the joint mutations associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis.<\/p>\n<p><b>Your body has no natural defense against the hydroxyl radical<\/b>. The body has antioxidant enzymes that defend it against other harmful radicals. But it has none to defend it against the hydroxyl radical. The hydroxyl radical is 100% responsible for the painful inflammation you feel in a Rheumatoid Arthritis attack.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why doctors often prescribe antioxidants to try to slow down the progression of Rheumatoid Arthritis. The problem is, those prescribed antioxidants show only limited effectiveness. Sometimes, they aren\u2019t effective at all. The problem with conventional antioxidants is that the molecules they are made of are too big to enter the cells where the hydroxyl radical is doing the damage.<\/p>\n<h2>Molecular Hydrogen may be the most effective antioxidant<\/h2>\n<p>The hydrogen molecule is the smallest molecule in the universe. It can easily penetrate cell walls to get at the hydroxyl radical. Better yet, molecular hydrogen is actually attracted to the hydroxyl radical. Inside a cell, it seeks it out and neutralizes it. What\u2019s left is just water.<\/p>\n<p>In studies reviewed by Dr. Ishibashi, it was reported that the beneficial effects of drinking molecular hydrogen could last as long as four weeks! Daily consumption was found to have the strongest benefits. In early-stage cases of Rheumatoid Arthritis, some of those studies found that the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis disappeared completely!<\/p>\n<h2>Hydrogen water with 4 \u2013 5 parts per million hydrogen reported effective in four weeks<\/h2>\n<p>The clinical research cited by Dr. Ishibashi used hydrogen water with 4 \u2013 5 parts per million (ppm) of hydrogen water. Patients drank only half a liter (500 mL) per day for four weeks. Dr. Ishibashi reports that: \u201coxidative stress was effectively reduced and the disease activity in RA was significantly improved.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>What did he mean by that?<\/b>\u00a0Oxidative stress in Rheumatoid Arthritis is caused by the hydroxyl radical. Because that stress was effectively reduced, what he meant was that the hydroxyl radicals that were causing Rheumatoid Arthritis were being neutralized by the molecular hydrogen. What Dr. Ishibashi meant when he said: \u201cthe disease activity in RA was significantly improved\u201d was that the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Pain, swelling inflammation, were reduced significantly. In other words, patients in that study found relief from Rheumatoid Arthritis from drinking the hydrogen water. They got that relief in 4 weeks.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>Reference<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Ishibashi, Toru. \u201cMolecular hydrogen: new antioxidant and anti-inflammatory therapy for<\/p>\n<p>rheumatoid arthritis and related diseases\u201d\u00a0Current Pharmaceutical Design 2013, 19, 6375-6381 Web. 17 April 2018.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ingentaconnect.com\/content\/ben\/cpd\/2013\/00000019\/00000035\/art00013\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ingentaconnect.com\/content\/ben\/cpd\/2013\/00000019\/00000035\/art00013<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9f05b7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"c9f05b7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2111\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2111\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Bottled water, tap water, contaminated with microplastics<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2111\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2111\"><p><span class=\"alignright\">Are you drinking\u00a0bottled water\u00a0to avoid the pollutants in tap water? If so, here\u2019s some bad news: Bottled water and tap water have both been found to have microplastic contamination. In fact, bottled water is worse than tap water when it comes to microplastic contamination. The World Health Organization calls microplastic contamination a \u201cgrowing concern\u201d and promises to study its health effects. Currently, the health effects on humans of microplastics in water are largely unknown. Research on fish has shown that consuming microplastic particles makes young fish slower and stupid.<\/span><\/p><h2>What is Microplastics contamination?<\/h2><p>Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic, it can be found virtually everywhere on Earth. The most common plastics found include: Polypropylene, nylon, and polyethylene terephthalate. They are called microplastics because they are tiny particles, usually measuring as large as 100 microns across. By way of comparison, a human hair is about 60 microns wide. Researchers tested 259 bottles of water. Only 17 of those bottles were free of plastic contamination.<\/p><p><b>Bottled water<\/b>: Testing on bottled water showed that contaminated brands had an average of over 300 plastic particles per liter. One brand, Nestle Pure Life, had 10,000 particles per liter!<\/p><p><b>Tap water<\/b>: Testing on tap water showed that it had about half the microplastic contamination of bottled water.<\/p><p>Microplastic contamination can be easily filtered from tap water with a simple sediment filter. In fact, when properly filtered, your tap water is a healthier choice than bottled water.<\/p><h3>Microplastic particles can contain other toxins<\/h3><p>Have you ever stored spaghetti sauce in Tupperware, and later found out that you can\u2019t wash away the red stain? That happens because plastic absorbs oils from the spaghetti sauce. Plastic can absorb many chemicals, and then it can release those chemicals once inside your body. Additionally,\u00a0plastic contains harmful chemicals like BPA, antimony, and others. It is well known that chemicals like these in plastic are harmful to our health. What isn\u2019t yet known is how much of these harmful chemicals we are absorbing when drinking bottled water. To emphasize, when properly filtered, tap water is a safer bet!<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f4c31c1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"f4c31c1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2561\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2561\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">11 Foods and Two Beverages that lower Cholesterol<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2561\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2561\"><h2>11 Foods and Two Beverages that lower Cholesterol and Why?<\/h2><p><b>Can you eat your way to lower cholesterol levels?<\/b>\u00a0Yes, according to a recent report from\u00a0<i>Harvard Health<\/i>. Eating the right kinds of foods, and\u00a0drinking the right beverages, can help you lower your cholesterol without drugs and their harmful side effects. You also have to eat less of the wrong kinds of foods and drink\u00a0less of the wrong kinds of beverages.<\/p><p><b>The bad vs. the good<\/b>: Confused about which kind of cholesterol is good and which is bad? Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol is bad for you (except in moderate amounts). High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol is good for you.<\/p><p>Exercise helps too. It raises good HDL cholesterol levels. Even moderate physical activity helps, as long as you keep at it. If you can maintain a\u00a0high-intensity workout\u00a0schedule, that helps even more.<\/p><p><strong>Alkaline water can help lower your cholesterol!<\/strong>\u00a0Click here for more information on cholesterol reduction and other\u00a0health benefits of alkaline water<\/p><h2>How foods can lower cholesterol levels<\/h2><p>There are three ways that foods can lower your cholesterol levels. Some foods provide soluble fiber, which binds cholesterol and it\u2019s precursors in the gut. Once bound, the cholesterol can then be excreted from the body in the stool. Other foods deliver polyunsaturated fats, which actually reduce levels of LDL cholesterol (the bad kind of cholesterol) in the body. Third, some foods contain plant sterols and stanols, which prevent the body from absorbing cholesterol.<\/p><h2>Foods that lower cholesterol<\/h2><p><b>Apples:<\/b>\u00a0Are rich in pectin, which is a type of soluble fiber<\/p><p><b>Barley and whole grains<\/b>: Provide you with soluble fiber, which can help reduce your risk of heart disease along with lowering your cholesterol levels.<\/p><p><b>Beans<\/b>: Are loaded with soluble fiber. They take a long time to digest, so they make you feel full longer after a meal. This makes beans a great choice for people who are trying to lose weight.<\/p><p><b>Citrus fruits<\/b>: Such as oranges, grapefruit, and lemon provide pectin, which is a soluble fiber<\/p><p><b>Eggplant<\/b>: Good source of soluble fiber. Note: People with arthritis may want to avoid eggplant, it\u2019s a nightshade vegetable and can trigger painful inflammation in some people with arthritis.<\/p><p><b>Fatty fish<\/b>: Eating fish lowers cholesterol by replacing the bad LDL cholesterol provided by meats with omega-3 fats, which lower cholesterol levels.<\/p><p><b>Foods fortified with sterols and stanols:<\/b>\u00a0Many foods have sterols and stanols added to them, your best bet is to read the label. Some examples include: chocolate, granola bars, margarine, and orange juice.<\/p><p><b>Grapes<\/b>: Are rich in pectin, a non-soluble fiber.<\/p><p><b>Nuts<\/b>: Eating 2 ounces of nuts per day can lower cholesterol levels by 5%. Nuts provide nutrients that are good for your heart.<\/p><p><b>Okra<\/b>: Supplies non-soluble fiber.<\/p><p><b>Soy<\/b>: Consuming 25 grams of soy per day can lower LDL cholesterol by 5% \u2013 6%. 25 grams is approximately 10 ounces of tofu or 2 \u00bd cups of soy milk.<\/p><h2>Two beverages that lower cholesterol levels<\/h2><p><strong>Tea<\/strong>, especially some\u00a0herbal teas, and antioxidant alkaline water\u00a0both can help lower cholesterol levels. In fact, you can give cholesterol a knockout \u201cone-two punch\u201d by making your tea with antioxidant alkaline water!<\/p><p><b>Note: Bottled alkaline water isn\u2019t an antioxidant<\/b>: You can\u2019t get the benefits described here if you use bottled alkaline water because it has no antioxidant potential.<\/p><p><strong>Antioxidant alkaline water<\/strong>\u00a0and tea help lower cholesterol levels because they supply antioxidant potential. Antioxidants break down cholesterol which prevents it from clogging arteries and enables the body to expel it.<\/p><p>When you make your tea with alkaline water, it increases the number of tea catechins \u2013 antioxidant compounds from tea leaves \u2013 that you get in your tea. Making your tea with alkaline water also reduces the formation of tea cream: Deposits that form on the bottom of your teacup. Tea cream robs tea of antioxidant benefit, so making your tea with alkaline water helps preserve and increase your tea\u2019s antioxidant benefit. For best results, use the highest pH (level 4) alkaline water your water ionizer can make. The higher the pH, the lesser tea cream forms in your cup.<\/p><p>Antioxidant alkaline water doubles the amount of antioxidant gallic acid in your tea. Gallic acid acts as an antioxidant, antifungal, and antiviral agent. It protects your body from harmful invaders while dissolving cholesterol. The higher the antioxidant potential of the alkaline water you use, the higher the amount of gallic acid you will have in your tea.<\/p><p><b>Top-of-the-line Life Ionizers<\/b>\u00a0can reach a pH level of over 11, with an antioxidant potential of over -800 ORP! Making your tea with alkaline water that powerful will maximize the health benefits of the tea.<\/p><h2>Foods to avoid because they raise cholesterol<\/h2><p>Saturated fats and trans fats are the two main sources of bad LDL cholesterol in foods, but the whole truth is a bit more complex than that: Saturated fats can lower triglyceride levels and boost levels of good HDL cholesterol. The best choice is to eat the foods containing saturated fats in moderation, you don\u2019t have them avoid entirely. You should avoid foods with trans fats entirely, trans fats are not good for you in any amount.<\/p><p><b>Saturated fats<\/b>: Eggs, red meats, whole fat dairy products, and oils including palm oil, coconut oil (there is some evidence for beneficial health effects from coconut oil) and cocoa butter. These foods can be part of a healthy diet when consumed in moderation.<\/p><p><b>Trans fats:<\/b>\u00a0Trans fats are produced by a chemical reaction that turns vegetable oil into margarine or shortening. It is well established that trans fats in any amount are bad for your heart. Trans fats increase bad LDL cholesterol and harmful triglyceride levels and decrease levels of beneficial HDL cholesterol.<\/p><p><b>The FDA recently banned trans fats from all foods<\/b>: They will be phased out in three years. Until then read the label carefully on margarine, shortenings, and any pre-prepared foods.<\/p><h2>Exercising to cut cholesterol: How much, when, and what kinds help<\/h2><p>Regular exercise will help lower your levels of harmful LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, and at the same time, it helps increase your levels of good HDL cholesterol. Exercise also helps protect your heart; 40 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise provides significant protection against heart disease. Combining aerobic and strength training is the best way to reduce your risk of heart disease.<\/p><p><b>How much and when<\/b>: The American Heart Association (AMA) recommends an average of 40 minutes of moderate to intense aerobic activity, three or four times per week. For best results, the AMA recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week.<\/p><p><b>Talk to your doctor<\/b>\u00a0before starting any exercise regimen, and tell your doctor if you plan to engage in an intense exercise regimen. Intense training can increase your risk of heart attack if you are at risk for heart attacks.<\/p><h2>Cholesterol reduction means a healthy lifestyle<\/h2><p><b>If you are currently on cholesterol-lowering medications<\/b>, don\u2019t stop or reduce your dosage unless told to by your doctor. Quitting cholesterol-lowering medications cold turkey can have serious health consequences. Instead, inform your doctor about your plans to lower your cholesterol levels naturally. Your doctor is going to want to monitor your progress. Your doctor will tell you when, and by how much, to reduce your medications.<\/p><p>Put all the recommendations in this article together, and you get a healthy lifestyle. Eat the right foods, drink the right beverages, get plenty of exercises, and don\u2019t smoke. All these things together can have a significant impact on your cholesterol levels. Put these simple recommendations into practice, and you\u2019re well on your way to a healthy new you!<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Gumashta, J, R Gumashta, and et al. \u201cHard water and heart: the story revisited.\u201d\u00a0<i>IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences<\/i>. IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>N.A \u201c11 Foods that lower cholesterol\u201d\u00a0<i>Harvard Health Publications<\/i>. Harvard Medical School. 11 August 2015. Web 2 August 2017<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/heart-health\/11-foods-that-lower-cholesterol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/heart-health\/11-foods-that-lower-cholesterol<\/a><\/p><p>McDermott Annette, and Jewell, Tim. \u201cCan herbal teas lower my cholesterol?\u201d<i>\u00a0healthline<\/i>. 18 May 2016. Web. 2 August 2017.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/high-cholesterol\/herbal-tea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/high-cholesterol\/herbal-tea<\/a><\/p><p>Hope, Toni G. \u201c<i>How to cut high cholesterol and heart attack risk with exercise<\/i>\u201d everyday Health. n.d. 28 July, 2016. Web 2 August 2017\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/high-cholesterol\/treatment\/fitness-and-cholesterol\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/high-cholesterol\/treatment\/fitness-and-cholesterol\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ebef41 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"3ebef41\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-6571\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-6571\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Weight Loss Facts and What you need to know to succeed<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-6571\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-6571\"><h2>Weight Loss Facts and What you need to know to succeed where others fail<\/h2><p><b>Why won\u2019t the weight come off<\/b>? Is the most asked question about weight loss. People diet, they exercise,\u00a0and still, the pounds don\u2019t come off. How come? The answer isn\u2019t simple, but thankfully the solution is: You need to know what kinds of fat your body has, and you must understand your basic body chemistry to create a\u00a0weight loss plan\u00a0that\u2019s right for you.<\/p><h2>There are two kinds of fat: Subcutaneous and Visceral<\/h2><p>We all have both kinds of fat, but only one type \u2013 visceral fat \u2013 \u00a0associated with increased health risks. In men, visceral fat has been linked to metabolic problems like metabolic syndrome, heart disease, and type II diabetes. In women, visceral fat is linked to breast cancer and the need for gallbladder surgery.<\/p><p>People with lots of visceral fat have apple-shaped bodies. This group is mostly men, but women can have visceral fat too. People with lots of subcutaneous fat have pear-shaped bodies, obviously, this group is all women.<\/p><h2>Visceral fat is easy to lose, subcutaneous fat isn\u2019t<\/h2><p>Here\u2019s the part that many women rightfully feel just isn\u2019t fair: Visceral fat yields easily to diet and exercise, subcutaneous fat doesn\u2019t. This is why it\u2019s easy for men to lose fat, while at the same time it\u2019s a struggle for women.<\/p><p><b>Fact<\/b>: Most men can successfully lose weight with proper diet and exercise. Alkaline water may help. Research has shown that both sexes may be helped by alkaline water.<\/p><p>Fat cells, particularly visceral fat cells, are biologically active. They produce hormones and other substances that affect your health. Visceral fat produces chemicals called cytokines, such as tumor necrosis factor and interleukin-6, which can increase your risk of heart disease. Cytokines are also linked to high cholesterol levels and insulin resistance.<\/p><p>Diet and exercise aren\u2019t enough to lose subcutaneous fat. It is also influenced by hormones and thyroid activity. Women who struggle to lose weight should consider seeing an endocrinologist have their hormonal balance evaluated. Another hormone associated with subcutaneous fat is cortisol \u2013 the stress hormone. If you are stressed out, forget about losing subcutaneous fat!<\/p><h2>Mindfulness: Cut the stress to lose the subcutaneous fat<\/h2><p>If you are stressed out, one way to de-stress that really works is mindfulness. Mindfulness is a meditative process that focuses your attention on being in the moment. It works because a mind that isn\u2019t in the present moment isn\u2019t a happy place.<\/p><p><b>Click here<\/b>\u00a0for information on Mindfulness:\u00a0http:\/\/www.alkalinelifestyle.com\/mindspirit_Phase1<\/p><p>Stress is an under-appreciated factor in weight gain. It\u2019s enough of a factor that stressing about your weight may actually be sabotaging your efforts to lose weight! If you are trying to lose weight, the time to start becoming mindful is right now. Your efforts are more likely to fail if you don\u2019t deal with your stress.<\/p><h2>Alkaline water and weight loss: What we know<\/h2><p>Some research has suggested that\u00a0drinking alkaline water may help you lose weight. The research does not specify whether it helps you lose visceral or subcutaneous fat. What we do know is that in one study, middle-aged obese participants lost 12 pounds over the course of two months after starting to drink alkaline water.<\/p><p>The reason they lost weight is currently not known. But one possibility is that the antioxidant potential of alkaline water reduces intracellular oxidation, and because of that, it reduces inflammation. As mentioned earlier, fat cells release cytokines, which cause inflammation. Elevated levels of cytokines are associated with insulin resistance and weight gain. Alkaline water may reduce inflammation caused by cytokines, and that may encourage weight loss. This theory needs to be tested by further research.<\/p><h2>How to find out if alkaline water could help you lose weight<\/h2><p>Everybody\u2019s body is different. Because of that, the only way to find out if alkaline water could help you lose weight is to try it. has a 75-day return policy with a 15% restocking fee. This means that you could basically \u201crent\u201d a water ionizer and see if you lose weight. Based on the existing research, if alkaline water is right for you, then you\u2019ll see weight loss within two months.<\/p><h2>Special advice on weight loss for women<\/h2><p>Because of the hormonal aspect of subcutaneous fat,\u00a0 recommends that women who struggle to lose weight get tested by a doctor for hypothyroidism: An underactive thyroid. Hypothyroidism can cause weight gain. Studies have shown that alkaline water may help with hypothyroidism. So women interested in alkaline water for weight loss should have their thyroid hormone levels checked before starting the alkaline water. After starting alkaline water, have your thyroid hormone levels checked again. If they are higher than alkaline water is helping you with thyroid function, which can lead to your reaching a healthy weight.<\/p><p><b>Worried that you might have hypothyroidism? Here are the symptoms<\/b><\/p><ul><li><strong>Fatigue<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Weakness<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Weight gain or increased difficulty losing weight<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Coarse, dry hair<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Dry, rough pale skin<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Hair loss<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Cold intolerance (you can\u2019t tolerate cold temperatures like those around you)<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Muscle cramps and frequent muscle aches<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Constipation<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Depression<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Irritability<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Memory loss<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Abnormal menstrual cycles<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Decreased libido<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>If you suffer from many of those symptoms, talk to your doctor about\u00a0hypothyroidism. There are medications your doctor can prescribe that can help you. You can combine medication and alkaline water to improve your chances of healthy weight loss. Just don\u2019t take your medication with alkaline water, it may cause your body to absorb the medicine too fast.\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-706883b elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"706883b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1171\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1171\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Health Professionals who Recognize Alkaline Water Benefits Health<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1171\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1171\"><h2>Who are the Mainstream Health Professionals who Recognize Alkaline Water Benefits Health?<\/h2><p>Mainstream health professionals recognize that alkaline water has benefits health.<\/p><p><strong>What do doctors say about?<\/strong>\u00a0Click here to read\u00a0testimonials from doctors about It\u2019s easy to find alternative health practitioners and celebrity doctors that tout alkaline water. But not all of these alternative health practitioners are recognized by mainstream medicine as holding legitimate medical opinions. Because of this skepticism is the prevailing opinion of some doctors and scientists. But that may finally be changing, as some mainstream health experts are beginning to suggest that alkaline water may have benefits. Most notably for things like bone health, acid reflux, ph balance, and hydration.<\/p><h2>Hydration and blood pH: Daniel Heil, Professor, Montana State University<\/h2><p>Professor Daniel P. Heil conducted two experiments on alkaline water. One to compare alkaline water\u2019s hydration to plain water hydration. The other to measure the effect of alkaline water on blood and urine pH as compared to plain water. In both studies, positive results were found:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Alkaline water hydrated better and faster than plain water<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Alkaline water raises blood and urine pH<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>In the first study, male cyclists were subjected to a dehydrating bout of cycling. Their blood viscosity was then measured. The group that drank alkaline water hydrated faster and more thoroughly than the group that drank plain water.<\/p><p>In the second study, 38 people were divided into two groups. Both groups had their urine and blood pH tested. One group drank plain water. The other group drank alkaline water. The group \u00a0that drank alkaline water had higher blood and urine pH than the second group that drank plain water.<\/p><h2>Bone health: Katherine Zeratsky, Nutritionist, Mayo Clinic<\/h2><p>Katherine Zeratsky of the Mayo Clinic had this to say about alkaline water:<\/p><p>\u201cSome studies suggest that alkaline water may help slow bone loss, but further investigation is needed to determine if this influences overall bone mineral density and if the benefit is maintained over the long term.\u201d<\/p><p>What does she mean? There are some studies that have shown that alkaline water lowers the two markers of bone loss. Bone loss markers are enzymes that doctors use to measure bone loss in patients. Further investigation is needed. Scientists want to confirm that these reduced markers of bone loss result in the maintenance \u00a0higher bone density over the long term. Studies like these would take about 5 years to complete. Further research has been conducted, and it has shown that alkaline water does have promise as a way to maintain bone density. But we are still waiting for a 5 year study on alkaline water and bone density.<\/p><h2>Hydration and Bone Health: Georgiana Gross, \u00a0Dietician, \u00a0UT-Health<\/h2><p>Georgina Gross, writing for San Antonio\u2019s KENS channel 5 evaluated some health claims about alkaline water. She is a health expert for a regular series on that news channel called \u2018Verify\u2019. She was asked if any health claims made for alkaline water were true. This is what she said:<\/p><p>\u201cAlkaline water is, I believe, could be looked at as protective because of the mineral content and some of the studies that are noted to have positive effects. However, to promote it as some cure-all, I couldn\u2019t do that,\u201d<\/p><p>She also said that there have been studies that found that alkaline water may help people with acid reflux. Plus she said that it may help maintain bone density.<\/p><p><strong>Update:<\/strong>\u00a0Further research on alkaline water for acid reflux has been conducted. It has confirmed that alkaline water benefits acid reflux sufferers. It has been shown that alkaline water neutralizes pepsin, the enzyme that triggers the painful burning of acid reflux. Notably, a follow up on the study has shown that eating a sensible diet and drinking alkaline water is as effective against acid reflux as PPI medications.<\/p><h2>How to separate trustworthy medical advice from fake cure claims<\/h2><p>When you are considering any beverage, food, supplement, or health procedure, it\u2019s important to know who you can trust. Trustworthy claims are narrow in scope. For example, both Katherine Zeratsky and Georgina Gross made specific, narrow claims that alkaline water \u201cmay maintain bone density\u201d. They didn\u2019t make a broad claim like: \u201cAlkaline water cures weak bones.\u201d Claims that are narrow in scope are trustworthy because any legitimate health research will also be narrow in scope. For example: Research on alkaline water for bone health looked specifically at:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Markers of bone loss used by doctors to measure bone loss<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Calcium and oxalate excretion<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Researchers used both of those indicators to see if alkaline water made a difference in two specific ways that doctors use to estimate bone loss. They found that it had a positive effect on both indicators. The results of those studies suggested that alkaline water may slow bone loss. But as Katherine Zeratsky said, more research is needed. As mentioned earlier in this article, that additional research would be a five year study comparing people with similar lifestyles: One group would drink alkaline water, the other group would drink plain water. Doctors would then compare bone density in both groups after five years.<\/p><p><b>Untrustworthy medical advice<\/b>\u00a0is often given by \u201ccelebrity\u201d doctors such as\u00a0Dr. Mercola.\u00a0Dotors like Mercola\u00a0 have something to gain from the advice they gave. It\u2019s easy to spot fakers like Mercola: They don\u2019t have actual medical practices. All they do is give advice and sell products. If a celebrity doctor makes sweeping broad health claims for or against any product, watch out.<\/p><h2>The Future of Alkaline Water Research<\/h2><p>We here at believe strongly that alkaline water is good for your health. We would love to see a long term study done on alkaline water for bone health. We would be willing to support that kind of research in any way we could. Alkaline water has shown promise in many studies. But long term research is needed to verify the results of much of the work done so far. As alkaline water becomes more popular, we can hope that the health benefits demonstrated so far will finally be confirmed. Then alkaline water can take its rightful place as part of a healthy diet for people the world around. Want to learn more about Mainstream Health Professionals who Recognize Alkaline Water Benefits Health?\u00a0<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5ca1af elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"b5ca1af\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1901\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1901\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Can you drink Alkaline Water Every Day?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1901\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1901\"><p>Yes, you can drink too much alkaline water. You can drink too much of any kind of water. Overconsumption of water causes hyponatremia, a serious condition. But you have to drink a lot of water to risk hyponatremia. A better question could be: Can you become too alkaline by drinking alkaline water? The answer is no, because your body tightly regulates its\u00a0pH levels. The condition of becoming too alkaline, called alkalosis, can only be caused by consuming too much of something that is highly alkaline, like baking soda.<\/p><p><b>Did you know?<\/b>\u00a0The condition of becoming too alkaline, called alkalosis, is extremely rare. But the condition of becoming too acidic, called acidosis is extremely common. That\u2019s why alkaline water is good for your health: Your body needs the alkalinity.<\/p><h2>Why you can\u2019t over alkalize with alkaline water<\/h2><p>Alkaline water only contains small amounts of alkalis. The alkalis in alkaline water are primarily calcium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide. These beneficial mineral hydrates are typically present at no more than 200 milligrams per liter. In solid form would be less than a quarter of a teaspoon. In a normal day, you only need to drink 2 \u2013 3 liters of alkaline water per day. So it\u2019s simply impossible to over-alkalize on alkaline water.<\/p><h3><b>Better bone health is only a glass away!<\/b><\/h3><p><a href=\"https:\/\/s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com\/lifeionizers.com\/media\/blog-images\/life-ionizer-reviews-debra-messing.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-11959 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com\/lifeionizers.com\/media\/blog-images\/life-ionizer-reviews-debra-messing.png\" alt=\"life-ionizer-reviews-debra-messing\" width=\"456\" height=\"258\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com\/lifeionizers.com\/media\/blog-images\/life-ionizer-reviews-debra-messing.png\" data-was-processed=\"true\" \/><\/a>Clinical studies show that drinking alkaline water reduces your rate of bone loss. It also helps you keep the healthy bone you have. Even the prestigious Mayo Clinic agrees: There is a link between alkaline water and bone health<\/p><p>For good health, you only need to get a tiny amount of calcium and magnesium from your water. This is why alkaline water can have such a profound effect on your health. The World Health Organization recommends that you get 10 \u2013 20% of your daily needs for calcium and magnesium from the water you drink.<\/p><h4><b>Daily need for calcium and magnesium:<\/b><\/h4><ul><li><b>Calcium \u2013 1,200 milligrams<\/b><\/li><li><strong>Magnesium \u2013 320 milligrams per day<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Alkaline water always contains more calcium than it does magnesium. This is because calcium is present in far greater quantities in the earth\u2019s crust than magnesium. So alkaline water comes with the perfect balance of calcium and magnesium for good health.<\/p><h4><b>Daily need for calcium and magnesium from water:<\/b><\/h4><ul><li><b>Calcium \u2013 120 to 240 milligrams<\/b><\/li><li><strong>Magnesium \u2013 32 to 64 milligrams<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Drink 2 \u2013 3 liters of alkaline water per day, and you\u2019ll get the WHO recommended amounts of calcium and magnesium from water, and you can\u2019t overdo it!<\/p><h2>Symptoms of hyponatremia<\/h2><p>Overhydration can be caused by drinking too much water too quickly. It can be caused by some medical conditions that interfere with the body\u2019s ability to expel water. The symptoms of hyponatremia look a lot like heatstroke:<\/p><ul><li><strong>You may feel hot<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Have a headache<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Feel sick<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Can also be accompanied by diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>You should ask a person with the above symptoms if they drank a lot of water recently. If they answer yes, then get medical attention right away. Hyponatremia can lead to:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Swelling in the brain<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Seizures<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Coma<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><h3>How to prevent hyponatremia<\/h3><p>The best way to prevent hyponatremia is to not drink more than you sweat out. It\u2019s hard to measure how much you\u2019ve sweated out. Therefore simply moderate your consumption of water. For example, a gallon in an hour would be too much. Professional athletes manage their hydration, you should too.<\/p><h2>How much alkaline water should you drink?<\/h2><p>The most accurate method for determining how much water you should drink is based on body weight. Here\u2019s the math:<\/p><ol><li><b>Divide your weight in pounds by two<\/b><\/li><li><b>The result you get is the amount of water in ounces that you need to drink daily<\/b><\/li><\/ol><p>For example: If you weigh 170 Lbs, you would want to drink 85 ounces of water per day. You should increase your water intake on hot days and days where you exercise vigorously. Add 16 ounces of water per hour of vigorous exercise. On hot days, listen to your body and drink when thirsty. By following these simple rules, you\u2019ll never have to worry about drinking too much alkaline water.<\/p><h2>Why you should drink alkaline water<\/h2><p>Alkaline water hydrates better than plain water. Drink alkaline water for your recommended daily intake of water. You\u2019ll give your body the mineral nutrition from the water it needs. Furthermore, you\u2019ll improve your hydration status, which could:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Prevent a heart attack or stroke<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Give you more energy<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Help you lose weight<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Reduce depression and anxiety<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>In conclusion, the Centers for Disease Control estimates that\u00a03 out of 4 people are chronically dehydrated. Chronic dehydration is linked to the development of many diseases. Drink alkaline water to provide your body with two important health benefits. Acid-fighting alkalinity and better hydration. Most notable is that these benefits could make all the difference in your health.<\/p><h4><b>References<\/b><\/h4><p>Ostojic, Sergej, and Marko Stonanovic. \u201c<i>Hydrogen-Rich Water Affected Blood Alkalinity in Physically Active Men<\/i>.\u201d . Research in Sports Medicine: An International Journal, 06 Jan 2014. Web. 20 Feb 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Wynn, E, MA Krieg, JM Aeschlimann, and P Burckhardt. \u201cAlkaline mineral water lowers<\/p><p>bone resorption even in calcium sufficiency: alkaline mineral water and bone metabolism.\u201d\u00a0<i>Bone<\/i>. Elsevier, 27 Oct 2008. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Burckhardt, Peter. \u201cThe Effect of the Alkali Load of Mineral Water on Bone Metabolism.\u201d<\/p><p><i>The Journal of Nutrition<\/i>. American Society for Nutrition, n.d. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Rylander, Ragnar, and Maurice Arnaud. \u201cMineral water intake reduces blood pressure<\/p><p>among subjects with low urinary magnesium and calcium levels.\u201d\u00a0<i>BMC Public Health<\/i>. BMC Public Health, 30 Nov 2004. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Ericson, John. \u201d 75% of Americans May Suffer From Chronic Dehydration, According to<\/p><p>Doctors.\u201d<i>Medical Daily<\/i>. Medical Daily, 03 Jul 2013. Web. 15 Nov 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.medicaldaily.com\/75-americans-may-suffer-chronic-dehydration-according-doctors-247393\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.medicaldaily.com\/75-americans-may-suffer-chronic-dehydration-according-doctors-247393<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Heil, P and Seifert, J. Influence of bottled water on rehydration following a dehydrating bout of cycling exercise<b>.\u00a0<\/b>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition \u00a0<i>Springerlink<\/i>\u00a0July 2009.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0<b>http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf<\/b><\/a><\/p><p>Heil, D. \u201cAcid-base balance and hydration status following consumption of mineral-based alkaline bottled water..\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 13 Sep 2010. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>World Health Organization, . \u201cNutrients in Drinking Water .\u201d\u00a0<i>WHO | Nutrients in drinking water<\/i>. World Health Organization, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutrientsbegin.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutrientsbegin.pdf<\/a>&gt;.<br \/>Gumashta, J, R Gumashta, and et al. \u201cHard water and heart: the story revisited.\u201d\u00a0<i>IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences<\/i>. IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88b6c11 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"88b6c11\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1431\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1431\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Can you drink too much alkaline water?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1431\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1431\"><p>Recent breakthrough research has shown the way to a new, all-natural approach to better brain health. That research has shown that there is a strong link between gut health\u00a0and brain health. But the most surprising finding is that leg exercise is\u00a0<i>critical<\/i>\u00a0to brain health. This groundbreaking finding fundamentally alters sciences understanding of the brain and nervous system medicine. It will lead to novel new therapies in the future. But you don\u2019t have to wait for that future; there are natural ways that you can use right now to give you better brain health in the future<\/p><h2>Why leg exercise is critical to better brain health<\/h2><p>Research published in\u00a0<i>Frontiers in Neuroscience<\/i>\u00a0reveals that brain health depends on signals sent from the leg muscles to the brain. That research showed that when people are unable to do load-bearing exercises \u2013 such as walking \u2013 that their body chemistry is altered at a fundamental level. According to Dr. Raffaella Adami:<\/p><p>\u201cOur study supports the notion that people who are unable to do load-bearing exercises\u2014such as patients who are bedridden, or even astronauts on extended travel\u2014not only lose muscle mass, but their body chemistry is altered at the cellular level and even their nervous system is adversely impacted\u201d<\/p><p>In the study, researchers found that limiting physical activity reduced the number of neural stem cells in an area of the brain known as the subventricular zone. The subventricular zone is responsible for maintaining nerve cell health. The research shows conclusively that using your legs, especially in weight-bearing exercises, sends signals to the brain that are vital for the production of healthy neural cells.<\/p><h2>Exercise and oxygen in the body<\/h2><p>Researchers found another important fact about exercise when they studied individual cells: Restricting exercise lowers the amount of oxygen in the body. That loss of oxygen creates an anaerobic environment (one that lacks oxygen) in the body and slows your metabolism. Reducing exercise impacts genes which are important for the health of mitochondria: The powerhouse in cells that produce energy in the body.<\/p><p>This finding has profound implications for people who feel too tired to exercise. That constant fatigue is made worse by lack of exercise! It suggests something that every successful athlete has known intuitively: When you are most tired, that is the time to push it the hardest.<\/p><h2>The brain\/gut connection<\/h2><p>Research has also uncovered another astonishing medical fact: Brain health is affected by gut health. High levels of harmful microbes in the gut have been shown to have a link to the development of brain diseases like Dementia. The link is clear: If you have an unhealthy gut, your chances of developing many degenerative diseases is much higher.<\/p><h3>Antioxidant alkaline water is good for gut health<\/h3><p>The beneficial microbes in your gut are called\u00a0<i>probiotic<\/i>\u00a0microbes. You can increase the levels and diversity of the beneficial probiotic microbes in your gut by consuming probiotic foods and drinking antioxidant alkaline water. Research on gut health shows that antioxidant alkaline water reduces\u00a0oxidation\u00a0in the gut. Reducing oxidation helps the beneficial probiotic bacteria in your gut thrive. In fact, improving gut health was the very first medical benefit from alkaline water that was documented by science.<\/p><p>Some of the health benefits of antioxidant alkaline water that have been observed in studies for gut health are:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Relief from digestive upset<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Inactivates pepsin: The enzyme that triggers the painful burning of acid reflux<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Weight loss<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Relief from constipation\/gas\/bloating<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>In Japanese clinical studies, 88% of people with chronic digestive upset found partial or full relief from their digestive problems from drinking alkaline water alone! Some of the test subjects had been struggling with gut health issues for years before finding relief from drinking antioxidant alkaline water.<\/p><p><b>Notable:<\/b>\u00a0Improving your gut health will protect your brain health. Studies prove it!<\/p><h2>Alkaline hydrogen water can help you get more exercise and achieve better brain health<\/h2><p>Leg exercise will help you develop healthy new neural stem cells, but it doesn\u2019t protect the brain cells you already have from oxidation: A process where particles called radicals attack and destroy brain cells. Oxidation is a major factor in the development of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer\u2019s, Dementia, and Parkinson\u2019s. \u00a0Alkaline molecular hydrogen water can protect brain cells from being destroyed by oxidation.<\/p><p>Alkaline hydrogen water has two antioxidants: Particles that fight harmful oxidation: Molecular hydrogen and the antioxidant hydroxyl ion. These two antioxidant particles can protect the brain because they can pass through the\u00a0<i>blood\/brain barrier<\/i>: A membrane in your brain that separates it from the rest of the circulatory system. That blood\/brain barrier blocks antioxidants that you get from food or supplements from entering the brain.<\/p><h3>Energize your body with alkaline molecular hydrogen water and electrolytes<\/h3><p><b>Do you feel too tired to exercise?<\/b>\u00a0Alkaline water and electrolytes can change that \u2013 fast! If you mix alkaline water with a powdered electrolyte such as Gatorade, it makes a potent sports drink that will energize you and enhance your workout. I use this formula personally in high-intensity interval training \u2013 it really works!<\/p><ul><li><b>Use 16 Ounces of level 4 alkaline water<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Add powdered electrolytes (follow instructions on the package)<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Mix and drink right away<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Note:<\/b>\u00a0Bottled alkaline water will NOT work for this drink mix. Bottled alkaline water has no antioxidant potential. The antioxidant potential of alkaline hydrogen water is what makes this sports drink work.<\/p><h2>Why you need a water ionizer to make alkaline hydrogen water<\/h2><p>For best results, you need to drink two or more liters of alkaline molecular hydrogen water per day. Two liters is the amount of alkaline water researchers had test subjects drink per day in alkaline water health studies that showed positive results. You can\u2019t get alkaline hydrogen water in stores. That is because hydrogen escapes through plastic, you can\u2019t bottle it!<\/p><p>A\u00a0water ionizer\u00a0makes alkaline hydrogen water for pennies per gallon. That alkaline hydrogen water is at its most potent when it is fresh. By using your own water ionizer, you can make alkaline hydrogen water and consume it while it\u2019s still fresh. That way you get the maximum health benefit possible.<\/p><p><b>Pro Tip: Storing alkaline hydrogen water<\/b>: If you want to store alkaline hydrogen water, you must use an aluminum bottle. Hydrogen escapes right through plastic and glass.<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Raffaella Adami, Jessica Pagano et al. \u201c<i>Reduction of Movement in Neurological Diseases:<\/i><\/p><p><i>Effects on Neural Stem Cells Characteristics<\/i>\u201d Frontiers in Neuroscience. 23 May 2018. Web 4 June 2018.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fnins.2018.00336\/full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fnins.2018.00336\/full<\/a><\/p><p>Vorobjeva, N.V.. \u201cSelective stimulation of the growth of anaerobic microflora in the<\/p><p>human intestinal tract by electrolyzed reducing water.\u201d\u00a0<i>Medical Hypotheses<\/i>. Elsevier, 14 Jun 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Ostojic, S.M. \u201cAl.\u00a0<i>Drinks with alkaline negative oxidative reduction potential improve exercise<\/i><\/p><p><i>performance in physically active men and women: double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, cross-over trial of efficacy and safety<\/i>..\u201d\u00a0<i>Serbian Journal of Sports Sciences<\/i>. 5.3 (2011): 83-89.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sjss-sportsacademy.edu.rs\/archive\/details\/drinks-with-alkaline-negative-oxidative-reduction-potential-improve-exercise-performance-in-physically-active-men-and-women-double-blind-randomized-placebo-controlled-cross-over-trial-of-efficacy-and-safety-223.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.sjss-sportsacademy.edu.rs\/archive\/details\/drinks-with-alkaline-negative-oxidative-reduction-potential-improve-exercise-performance-in-physically-active-men-and-women-double-blind-randomized-placebo-controlled-cross-over-trial-of-efficacy-and-safety-223.html<\/a><\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Yan, H, \u00a0and et al. \u201cThe neuroprotective effects of electrolyzed reduced water and its<\/p><p>model water containing molecular hydrogen and Pt nanoparticles.\u201d\u00a0<i>BMC Proceedings<\/i>. Europeans Society for Animal Cell Technology, 22 Nov 2011. Web. 29 Oct 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1753-6561\/5\/S8\/P69\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1753-6561\/5\/S8\/P69<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Kashiwagi, Taichi, and Et Al. \u201cElectrochemically Reduced Water Protects Neural Cells from<\/p><p>Oxidative Damage.\u201d\u00a0<i>Electrochemically Reduced Water Protects Neural Cells from Oxidative Damage<\/i>. Hindawi Publishing, 14 Oct. 2014. Web. 12 Nov. 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/omcl\/2014\/869121\/abs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/omcl\/2014\/869121\/abs\/<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Koufamn, J.A, and N. Johnston. \u201cPotential Benefits of PH 8.8 Alkaline Drinking Water as<\/p><p>an Adjunct in the Treatment of Reflux Disease.\u201d\u00a0<i>National Center for Biotechnology Information<\/i>. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 July 2012. Web. 24 Apr. 2015. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Shirihata, Sanetaka, and Takeke Hamasaki. \u201cAdvanced Research on the Health Benefit<\/p><p>of Reduced Water \u2606.\u201d\u00a0<i>Advanced Research on the Health Benefit of Reduced Water<\/i>. Trends in Food Science &amp; Technology, 9 Nov. 2011. Web. 15 Feb. 2016. &lt;http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0924224411002408&gt;.<\/p><p>Atsunori Nakao and et al. \u201c<i>Effectiveness of Hydrogen Rich Water on Antioxidant Status<\/i><\/p><p><i>of Subjects with Potential Metabolic Syndrome\u2014An Open Label Pilot Study<\/i>\u201d Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition, 24 February 2010. Web 28 July 2016<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49eddcc elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"49eddcc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-7751\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-7751\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">How Free Radicals affect your Health<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-7751\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-7751\"><p>Free radicals, Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), and Reactive Nitrogen Species (RNS) are\u00a0oxidants that your\u00a0body produces from normal metabolic processes, and from external sources such as X-rays. As long as oxidants remain in balance with antioxidants, your health is fine. But if oxidant levels in your body become excessive, then premature aging and degenerative diseases can develop. The key to maintaining good health is to supply your body with antioxidant foods and ionized alkaline water, plus avoid external sources that increase levels of harmful radicals in the body.<\/p><h2>Radicals can be good or bad<\/h2><p>Harmful radicals are oxidants, they harm your cells and DNA by stealing electrons from them. That process of stealing electrons is called oxidation. You can see oxidation in action when you see iron rust or cut apples turn brown. Oxidation destroys your cells and DNA just like it destroys iron by turning it into rust. Oxidation literally destroys your health from the inside out.<\/p><p>Helpful radicals are called reductants\u00a0because they reduce oxidation. They are able to reduce oxidation because they have excess electrons which they can donate to oxidants, thereby sparing your cells and DNA from destructive oxidation. The antioxidant hydroxyl ion (OH-) is an example of a helpful radical. The hydroxyl ion gives ionized alkaline water it\u2019s antioxidant benefits.<\/p><h2>When free radicals attack<\/h2><p>Free radicals are unstable and highly reactive, when they attack your cells and DNA it sets off a chain reaction that destroys additional cells and DNA. When cells and DNA are destroyed by oxidation, they release additional free radicals that go on to attack other cells and DNA, thereby creating a chain reaction of destruction inside your body. The main targets of free radicals in your body are lipids, nucleic acids, and proteins, but they attack all cell types in the body.<\/p><p>The main free radicals in your body that attack cells and DNA are: hydroxyl radical, superoxide anion radical, hydrogen peroxide, oxygen singlet, hypochlorite, nitric oxide radical, and peroxynitrite radicals. Note the first radical in the list, the hydroxyl radical (OH) is the opposite of the antioxidant hydroxyl ion (OH-) which is called hydroxide. They both belong to the hydroxy group: Ions that consist of one oxygen atom, and one hydrogen atom.<\/p><h2>How free radicals are produced in your body<\/h2><p>Free radicals, plus both Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) and Reactive Nitrogen Species (RNS) \u2013 types of radicals \u2013 are produced in the body by normal metabolic processes. They can be generated as a response to injuries, inflammation, and even exercise. Some external sources of free radicals include:<\/p><ul><li>Cigarette smoke<\/li><li>Environmental pollutants<\/li><li>Radiation<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Certain drugs, pesticides<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Industrial solvents<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Ozone<\/li><\/ul><p>You should definitely avoid or minimize your exposure to the things on that list. Note that ozone is on that list, there are water machines that make ozonated water, it is definitely bad for your health! Ozonated water fills your body with harmful radicals like the oxygen singlet (a single atom of oxygen).<\/p><h2>Oxidative Stress: The condition that leads to premature aging and disease<\/h2><p>When the balance between free radical generation and your antioxidant defenses is unfavorable, then your entire body is under oxidative stress: You are literally rotting away from the inside out. Short term oxidative stress can be caused by:<\/p><ul><li>Injured tissues<\/li><li>Infection<\/li><li>Burns<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Hyperoxia (excessive exposure to oxygen)<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Exposure to toxins<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Excessive exercise<\/li><\/ul><p>Long-term oxidative stress can be caused by cancer, side effects of radiation, and chemotherapy.<\/p><h2>Diseases caused by excessive levels of radicals<\/h2><p>Oxidative stress is a factor in many adverse health conditions. It is a factor in all inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, Lupus, and \u00a0Adult respiratory disease syndrome. It\u2019s also a factor in ischemic (loss of blood flow) \u00a0diseases such as heart disease (the #1 killer, responsible for about half of all deaths), stroke and degenerative neurological disorders like Alzheimer\u2019s and dementia.<\/p><p>Free Radicals, Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) and Reactive Nitrogen Species (RNS) all play a role in the development of cancer. ROS and RNS induce DNA damage in cells, that damage then leads to mutations that research suggests then leads to cancer.<\/p><p>Antioxidants are believed to decrease the oxidative stress that can lead to cancer by neutralizing ROS and limiting cancerous cell proliferation. Primarily, the antioxidants B-carotene and Vitamin C may work to prevent the damage and mutations to DNA strands that lead to cancer. Research is ongoing in this very important area of medicine.<\/p><h2>Ionized Alkaline water\u2019s effect on radicals<\/h2><p>Ionized alkaline water is rich in antioxidant hydroxyl ions which act to\u00a0<i>reduce<\/i>\u00a0harmful radical\u2019s ability to oxidize cells and DNA. Reduction is one half of a chemical reaction that chemists call the redox reaction: One half of the reaction is oxidation, the other half of the reaction is called reduction. The reason for this is because when a radical is oxidizing anything, the thing that is being oxidized is simultaneously reducing the oxidants\u2019 ability to oxidize. So the reaction that ionized alkaline water has with harmful radicals is that it reduces their ability to cause harmful oxidation.<\/p><p>Research on ionized alkaline water as an antioxidant is preliminary, much of it has been done in the lab. There is limited clinical research available, but there are a few things we do know from clinical research. Alkaline water:<\/p><ul><li>Has an antioxidant enzyme sparing effect<\/li><li>May help reduce oxidation in the brain<\/li><li>Reduces intracellular oxidation during exercise<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Has a protective effect on the liver<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Slows aging\u00a0and extends lifespan in model organisms<\/li><\/ul><p><b>Antioxidant enzyme sparing effect<\/b>: The most powerful and effective antioxidants are the antioxidant enzymes produced by your body. A two-month clinical trial showed that after people new to alkaline water started drinking it, they had higher levels of antioxidant enzymes in their bodies, while at the same time levels of harmful radicals were reduced. This led researchers to conclude that alkaline water may reduce oxidation in the body, and simultaneously spare the body\u2019s own antioxidant enzymes, allowing their levels in the body to increase.<\/p><p><b>Oxidation in the brain<\/b>\u00a0is a major factor in the development of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer\u2019s and dementia. Research conducted on mice shows that alkaline waters antioxidant hydroxyl ion pass through the brain\/blood barrier, which is something that other antioxidants can\u2019t do. The blood\/brain barrier is a protective barrier between your bloodstream and the brain, it keeps impurities out of the brain. Antioxidants like Vitamin C and Vitamin E which help reduce oxidation in other parts of the body can\u2019t pass that brain\/blood barrier, so they can\u2019t protect your brain. Ionized alkaline water is thus far the only known antioxidant that has the potential to pass that barrier and reduce oxidation in the brain.<\/p><p><b>Oxidation during exercise<\/b>: When you work out, radicals are produced as a byproduct of your muscles production of energy. Clinical testing has shown that drinking alkaline water before and during exercise reduces intracellular oxidation. This helps athletes train harder and recover faster.<\/p><p><b>The protective effect on the liver<\/b>: Research on mice shows that alkaline water may protect the liver from alcohol-induced damage. When the liver breaks down alcohol, it produces hydrogen peroxide, which is a harmful radical. Alkaline water\u2019s hydroxyl ion breaks down hydrogen peroxide into hydrogen and water, effectively neutralizing it. That protective effect was so pronounced that researchers have speculated that alkaline water may be helpful in preventing and treating hangovers. Despite the fact that it would probably be very easy to find volunteers for that sort of experiment, it has not yet been tested.<\/p><p><b>Slow aging, extend lifespan<\/b>: Research conducted in model organisms like mice show that alkaline water may slow aging and extend lifespan. Model organisms are creatures such as mice that have very similar metabolic processes to our own, and that makes them ideal for testing something that may be too difficult or expensive to test in humans. These anti-aging studies have been primarily conducted in a type of worm called\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>\u00a0and in mice. All of these studies have shown that drinking ionized alkaline water may extend your lifespan. This preliminary research is exciting, but it needs to be confirmed in human trials.<\/p><h2>Fighting harmful radicals: Use common sense<\/h2><p>Doctors urge you to eat a healthy diet and get plenty of exercise for good health, and with good reason: It\u2019s the best advice available. Vitamin C and Vitamin E have both been shown to be helpful antioxidants \u2013 but not when taken by themselves as supplements. To get the antioxidant benefits from Vitamin C and Vitamin E, you need to consume them in your food. They don\u2019t help as pills.<\/p><p>A healthy diet, exercise, and alkaline water together is a smart, sensible way to ensure that your body has an abundant supply of antioxidants to fight harmful radicals. In fact, alkaline water has been shown to significantly increase the antioxidant power of vitamin C, and it\u2019s easy to combine them. Simply mix alkaline water and any citrus juice, and you\u2019ll have the antioxidant benefits of both.<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Lee, MY, YK Kim, and et al. \u201cElectrolyzed-reduced water protects against oxidative<\/p><p>damage to DNA, RNA, and protein.\u201d\u00a0<i>Springer Link<\/i>. Humana Press, 01 Nov 2006. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1385\/ABAB:135:2:133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1385\/ABAB:135:2:133<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Yan, H, \u00a0and et al. \u201cThe neuroprotective effects of electrolyzed reduced water and its<\/p><p>model water containing molecular hydrogen and Pt nanoparticles.\u201d\u00a0<i>BMC Proceedings<\/i>. Europeans Society for Animal Cell Technology, 22 Nov 2011. Web. 29 Oct 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1753-6561\/5\/S8\/P69\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1753-6561\/5\/S8\/P69<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Tsai, Chia-Fang, Yu-Wen Hsu, and et al. \u201cHepatoprotective effect of electrolyzed<\/p><p>reduced \u00a0water against carbon tetrachloride-induced liver damage in mice.\u201d\u00a0<i>Sciencedirect<\/i>. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 01 Aug 2009. Web. 7 Nov 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0278691509002464\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0278691509002464<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Magro, Massimiliano. Corian, Livio and et. al. \u201cAlkaline water and longevity: A murine<\/p><p>study\u201d\u00a0<i>Hindawi Publishing Company<\/i>. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 11 May 2016. Web. 30 November 2016.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2016\/3084126\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2016\/3084126\/<\/a><\/p><p>Yan, Hanxu, Tian, Huaize. Et al. \u201cExtension of the Lifespan of Caenorhabditis elegans by the<\/p><p>Use of Electrolyzed Reduced Water\u201d\u00a0<i>Taylor Francis Online<\/i>. Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry. 22 May 2014. Web. 30 November 2016\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1271\/bbb.100250\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1271\/bbb.100250<\/a><\/p><p>Kashiwagi, Taichi, and Et Al. \u201cElectrochemically Reduced Water Protects Neural Cells from<\/p><p>Oxidative Damage.\u201d\u00a0<i>Electrochemically Reduced Water Protects Neural Cells from Oxidative Damage<\/i>. Hindawi Publishing, 14 Oct. 2014. Web. 12 Nov. 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/omcl\/2014\/869121\/abs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/omcl\/2014\/869121\/abs\/<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Heil, D. \u201cAcid-base balance and hydration status following consumption of<\/p><p>mineral-based alkaline bottled water..\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 13 Sep 2010. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d798c2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"4d798c2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8121\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8121\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">10 Ways to be Healthier with Ionized Water<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8121\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8121\"><p>There are two kinds of ionized water made by a water ionizer:\u00a0Ionized alkaline water\u00a0and ionized acidic water. Each type of ionized water has special properties that make them useful for health, beauty, and sanitation purposes. Ionized alkaline and acidic waters are made by a water ionizer, and the benefits you get from each type of water will pay you back many, many times over the price of the machine. Some say that good health is priceless, but by following these 10 ways to be healthier with ionized water, you can have better health for less than you might be paying for bottled water right now.<\/p><h2>1) Lose the weight<\/h2><p><b>An average of 12 pounds, gone. Just by drinking alkaline water.<\/b>\u00a0That\u2019s what happened to four, middle-aged, obese test subjects in a\u00a0study\u00a0when they started drinking alkaline water. They ate the same and got the same amount of exercise. Two months, later? They\u2019d lost an average of 12 pounds. There are several reasons that drinking alkaline water can help with weight loss<\/p><ul><li>Improve hydration \u2013 Dehydration slows your metabolism down, so your body retains fat<\/li><li>Suppress appetite \u2013 A glass of alkaline water a half hour before a meal reduces your appetite<\/li><li>Favors probiotics \u2013 Probiotic bacteria convert food into energy, rather than fat<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Detoxification \u2013 The body may release weight as it detoxifies<\/li><\/ul><h2>2) Digestive health<\/h2><p><b>Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine<\/b>\u00a0said: \u201cAll disease begins in the gut.\u201d 2,000 years later, science is finding out that \u2013 for many diseases \u2013 Hippocrates was right. Many chronic degenerative diseases do in fact, begin in the gut. What gets those diseases started is an imbalance of beneficial probiotic bacteria versus harmful microbes. Ionized alkaline water tips the scales in your gut in favor of beneficial probiotic bacteria because it delivers high antioxidant potential into the gut. Alkaline water with antioxidant potential causes probiotic bacteria to thrive. The harmful microbes hate it, so they die off and are flushed from the body. In fact, 88% of people in a Japanese clinical study found relief from digestive upset from drinking alkaline water alone!<\/p><h2>3) Detoxify your food<\/h2><p>Use both ionized acidic water and ionized alkaline water for this: First, soak your produce in ionized acidic water for about 10 minutes. That helps inactivate surface bacteria on the food. Then soak it in ionized alkaline water for about 20 minutes, the water will turn muddy brown. That muddiness is pesticide and other toxic residues on your food. To finish, simply rinse with alkaline or purified water, and your food is ready to prepare. This two-step soaking process removes all kinds of toxins from your food, which reduces the toxic load your body must endure when you eat<\/p><h2>4) Good to the bone<\/h2><p><b>\u201cThere is a link between alkaline water and bone health\u201d<\/b>\u00a0That\u2019s according to the prestigious Mayo Clinic. Drinking ionized alkaline water lowers two enzyme markers of bone loss, and that lowers the rate at which you lose bone. In fact, ionized alkaline water is currently the only known method to reduce bone loss, long term. All prescribed bone medications become ineffective and possibly dangerous after about 5 years of regular use.<\/p><h2>5) Better for the brain<\/h2><p>Oxidation in the brain is a big problem. It leads to degenerative conditions like Dementia. But stopping that oxidation is hard because conventional antioxidant supplements and drugs can\u2019t protect the brain, they are blocked from entering by the blood\/brain barrier. This means that conventional antioxidants can\u2019t protect the brain \u2013 but alkaline water can.<\/p><p>The antioxidant potential of alkaline water can pass right through the blood\/brain barrier.\u00a0Research\u00a0shows that alkaline water can protect brain cells from oxidative damage. For many aging people, saving their minds from the ravages of degenerative brain diseases just might be the most important health benefit of alkaline ionized water of all.<\/p><h2>6) Detoxification from heavy metals<\/h2><p><b>Alkaline water may protect against the harmful effects of mercury<\/b>. That\u2019s the conclusion that was reached in a Swedish study that showed that the pH of the water you drink affects what your body absorbs. Scientists found that people who drank acidic water absorbed toxic metals like mercury. People who drank alkaline water absorbed beneficial nutrients like calcium.<\/p><p>A study conducted in the US found that people new to alkaline water discharged 10 different heavy metals from their bodies after starting to drink alkaline water. These toxic metals included mercury and fluoride. Clinical research shows that raising the pH of your urine causes your body to expel toxic metals like fluoride more efficiently. Doctors raise the urine pH of poisoning victims in an effort to save their lives, using a procedure called\u00a0<i>alkaline diuresis<\/i>.<\/p><h2>7) 10 Years younger in 30 days. Benefits of alkaline ionized water for hydration<\/h2><p><b>Alkaline water hydrates better<\/b>\u00a0than plain water. Improving hydration levels makes your skin look younger and healthier, and looking healthier can definitely make you\u00a0<i>feel\u00a0<\/i>healthier! Improving your hydration status will also give you more energy. When your body becomes dehydrated, it slows your metabolism down to conserve water, so you lose energy.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re wondering if you are dehydrated, the answer is: Probably yes. The CDC estimates that 3 out of 4 adults are chronically dehydrated. Do you suffer from the 3 O\u2019clock crash? Then you are\u00a0<i>definitely<\/i>\u00a0dehydrated! You can also perform the\u00a0<b>pinch test to see if you are dehydrated<\/b>:<\/p><ul><li><ul><li>Put one hand flat on a table, palm down<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><ul><li>Pinch the skin together behind one knuckle<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Release it. If it doesn\u2019t snap back right away, you are dehydrated<\/li><\/ul><p>The reason you may be dehydrated is that your thirst impulse isn\u2019t working right. New drinkers of alkaline water often report a craving for it in their first few weeks, that craving is thought to be your thirst impulse resetting.<\/p><h2>8) pH balance: How half of a pH could save your life<\/h2><p>Metabolic Syndrome is a collection of health problems that are the result of the body\u2019s inability to regulate its own acidity. A perfectly healthy body has no problem managing acidity, but as we age, our body\u2019s ability to manage acidity declines. By age 50 you face a heightened risk of developing metabolic syndrome, the symptoms of which are:<\/p><ul><li>High blood pressure<\/li><li>Bone loss<\/li><li>High blood sugar<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Kidney stones<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Obesity<\/li><\/ul><p>If you have these symptoms, it means your vital organs are slowly shutting down. They\u2019re being destroyed by acidity, and it\u2019s killing you. Research shows that your chances of developing metabolic syndrome can be measured by measuring your urine pH. The difference between having all of the symptoms of metabolic syndrome and having none of them? It\u2019s just a half of a pH! Drinking alkaline water boosts your urine pH, and that just might save your life.<\/p><h2>9) Athletic Performance: Alkaline ionized water and electrolytes<\/h2><p><b>I have a confession to make<\/b>: I\u2019m a fitness junkie. Riding bicycles, dancing with fire, and my latest new pastime mixed martial arts keeps me off the couch and very active! Despite being over 50, I have no plans or desire to slow down. One of the most powerful tools in my fitness arsenal: Ionized alkaline water and electrolytes.<\/p><p>A study I found stated that if you mix ionized alkaline water with powdered electrolytes, it reduces your perceived effort \u2013 which makes anything you try to do easier to do. I decided to try it out for myself, and wow: My bike rides are much faster, I can fire dance for longer periods of time, and it radically boosted my fight endurance. This is my favorite of all the benefits of alkaline ionized water. I have more energy, more endurance, and more strength. If you are looking for something to jumpstart your workouts, this is it.<\/p><h2>10) Acidic ionized water is a miracle hair rinse<\/h2><p>If you have long hair as I do, you\u2019re really going to love this: Acidic ionized water is a miracle hair rinse. Your hair has a pH range of 3 \u2013 3.5, which is acidic. But your water has a much higher pH, and shampoo typically has a very high pH of 10 or more. When the hair pH is too high, the follicles become weak and brittle. The result is dull, unmanageable hair.<\/p><p>Giving your hair an acidic ionized water rinse does two very important things for hair follicles: It closes and compacts them. The result is naturally shiny, easy to manage hair. I\u2019ve been using an acidic ionized water rinse for a few years now, and I love how it leaves my hair feeling. It\u2019s also great if you are trying to grow your hair because it reduces breakage and split ends. That means you need fewer trims, so your hair can naturally grow longer, faster.<\/p><h2>A water ionizer is the only way to get ionized water<\/h2><p>A water ionizer makes both alkaline and acidic ionized water when in operation. In fact, using a water ionizer is the only way you can make both types of ionized water at home. The\u00a0bottled alkaline water\u00a0they sell in stores isn\u2019t the same as ionized alkaline water. It doesn\u2019t have antioxidant potential, ionized alkaline water does. That antioxidant potential is responsible for many of the health benefits discussed here. Acidic ionized water isn\u2019t sold in stores, so you can\u2019t get it unless you have a water ionizer. The great thing is that a water ionizer will pay for itself: You\u2019ll save money on bottled water, and the health improvement? That\u2019s priceless.<\/p><h3>\u00a0<\/h3><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Ostojic, Sergej, and Marko Stonanovic. \u201c<i>Hydrogen-Rich Water Affected Blood Alkalinity in Physically Active Men<\/i>.\u201d . Research in Sports Medicine: An International Journal, 06 Jan 2014. 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Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Yoshichika, Kitagawa, Liu Chengwei , and Ding Xiaodong. \u201cThe influence of natural<\/p><p>mineral water on aquaporin water permeability and human natural killer cell activity.\u201d\u00a0<i>Science Direct<\/i>. Science Direct, 27 May 2011. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0006291X11007005\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0006291X11007005<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Jampolis, Melinda. \u201cCan drinking lots of water help you lose weight?.\u201d\u00a0<i>CNN<\/i>. Cable<\/p><p>News Network, 10 Apr 2009. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cnn.com\/2009\/HEALTH\/expert.q.a\/04\/10\/water.losing.weight.jampolis\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.cnn.com\/2009\/HEALTH\/expert.q.a\/04\/10\/water.losing.weight.jampolis\/index.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Hanaoka, Kokichi, Sun Dongxu, and et al. \u201cThe mechanism of the enhanced antioxidant effects against superoxide anion radicals of reduced water produced by electrolysis.\u201d\u00a0<i>Science Direct<\/i>. Science Direct, 01 Jan 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Koufamn, J.A, and N. Johnston. \u201cPotential Benefits of PH 8.8 Alkaline Drinking Water as<\/p><p>an Adjunct in the Treatment of Reflux Disease.\u201d\u00a0<i>National Center for Biotechnology Information<\/i>. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 July 2012. Web. 24 Apr. 2015. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Frassetto, L. and Sebastian, A.\u00a0<i>Age and systemic acid-base equilibrium: analysis of published data<\/i>, Journal of Gerontology, Advanced Biological Science and Medical Science, 51: B91-99, 1996.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/8548506\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a0http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/8548506<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a9ddc4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"7a9ddc4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1281\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1281\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Antioxidant Alkaline Water shown to Extend Lifespan: Study<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1281\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1281\"><h2>Study about\u00a0Antioxidant Alkaline Water shown to Extend Lifespan<\/h2><p>A new study on mice has just been published which showed that\u00a0ionized alkaline water\u00a0has the potential to<\/p><div id=\"attachment_10333\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><p>extend lifespans. The study looked at ionized alkaline water\u2019s ability to act as an antioxidant in the body, and at specific biological markers of aging to see if ionized alkaline water had any effect on them. Researchers found that alkaline water had several positive effects on the mice and that it measurably extended their lifespan compared with mice that didn\u2019t get ionized alkaline water.<\/p><h2>Antioxidant alkaline water for extending life: The evidence continues to pile up<\/h2><p>The study, called\u00a0<i>Alkaline Water and Longevity: A Murine Study<\/i>, isn\u2019t the first study to suggest that drinking ionized alkaline water can extend life. It builds on previous laboratory studies that explored ionized alkaline water\u2019s potential to act as an antioxidant. Studies performed on\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>\u00a0a tiny worm that scientists regard as a\u00a0<i>model organism<\/i>: A relatively simple organism that shares many important biological characteristics with humans.\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>\u00a0is used extensively in lifespan research. In fact, scientists believe that studying apoptosis \u2013 cell death \u2013 in\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>\u00a0may hold the key to counteracting the effects of aging in humans, and that it will provide clues about diabetes, cancer, and other diseases.<\/p><p>Research performed on\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>\u00a0showed that ionized alkaline water significantly extended their lifespan, increasing by 11% to 41% over study controls. Research also showed that ionized alkaline water significantly reduced the accumulation of Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)in\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>. Excessive levels of ROS in the body cause accelerated aging and are a factor in the development of disease.<\/p><h2>Alkaline water and longevity: What the study found<\/h2><p>Researchers divided 150 mice into three groups of 50. All groups got the same food, but group A received ionized alkaline water from a water ionizer. Group B received water alkalized by an alkaline concentrate used to alkalize drinking water. Group C got conventional tap water in the 6 \u2013 6.5 pH range.<\/p><p>According to the study, after a two year period the mice that were given ionized alkaline water simply \u201coverwhelmed\u201d the mice given tap water. Examination of the mice\u2019s internal organs from all three groups showed that the mice given alkaline water had much younger internal organs. After three years, it was found that the mice that had drank ionized alkaline water lived significantly longer than the ones that drank tap water. In fact, the mice that drank tap water died up to a year earlier than the mice that drank ionized alkaline water.<\/p><h2>What about humans?<\/h2><p>Ionized alkaline water life extension research has been performed in the lab in petri dishes. It has been performed on\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>, and on mice as well. So why hasn\u2019t it been performed on humans? There are several reasons:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Time<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A study on human longevity takes decades<\/li><li><strong>Cost<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 It is significantly more expensive to do human clinical trials<\/li><li><strong>Complexity<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Humans can\u2019t just be dissected, like mice can<\/li><\/ul><p><b>Time<\/b>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>\u00a0typically live for about 3 days. So a longevity study on them can be conducted in a single work week. The mice used in\u00a0<i>Alkaline Water and Longevity: A Murine Study<\/i>\u00a0typically live for about two years. So that study was concluded in three years\u2019 time, long enough to see how ionized alkaline water affected the mice over their entire lifespan. Humans live for decades. In fact, alkaline water ionizers were only first recognized as medical devices in Japan in the late 60\u2019s \u2013 within my lifetime. There just hasn\u2019t been enough time for science to reach the human-trial stage of ionized alkaline water longevity research.<\/p><p><b>Cost<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 An experiment on\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>\u00a0is very cheap. The worms short lifespan and simple biology makes it very economical to work with them. Mice are more expensive, but they\u2019re still not a budget-buster. Human clinical trials cost millions of dollars. To get FDA approval for a new treatment can easily cost over a billion dollars and takes decades to complete<\/p><p><b>Complexity<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Mice and\u00a0<i>Caenorhabditis elegans<\/i>\u00a0are simple creatures. That makes them useful model organisms. But humans\u2019 physiology mind-bogglingly complex. That makes it much more difficult to design an experiment that will provide useful scientific results. That complexity adds tremendously to the cost of human trials. It\u2019s because of the complexity that human clinical trials are always the last in a long line of research that happens when a potential new treatment \u2013 like ionized alkaline water \u2013 is discovered.<\/p><h2>What we do know<\/h2><p>A few small pilot studies have been conducted that give us clues as to how ionized alkaline water might help us live longer. Laboratory studies have shown that\u00a0ionized alkaline water protects DNA and RNA\u00a0from oxidative damage caused by Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS). Lab research also shows that ionized alkaline water triples the antioxidant effect of Vitamin C. A clinical trial called\u00a0<i>The effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report<\/i>\u00a0showed that ionized alkaline water has a \u201csparing effect\u201d on antioxidant enzymes in the body. This suggests that ionized alkaline water can help you live longer by helping your body get more protection from damaging oxidation by supplementing the protective effects of your body\u2019s antioxidant enzymes.<\/p><p>There are lab studies that show that ionized alkaline water can protect the brain from the oxidative damage that leads to dementia, and other research that shows it may protect the liver from oxidative damage. So we do know that ionized alkaline water has shown some potential to extend human life, but more research is definitely needed.<\/p><h2>For alkaline water to have antioxidant potential, it must be ionized<\/h2><p>After reading about the exciting research results in this article, you may be tempted to run out to the store and buy bottled alkaline water \u2013 don\u2019t waste your money.\u00a0Bottled alkaline water\u00a0isn\u2019t antioxidant ionized alkaline water. It won\u2019t provide any of the potential benefits described in this article, because it has zero antioxidant potential. The antioxidant potential of ionized alkaline water doesn\u2019t keep if you put it in a bottle. The only way to get the full antioxidant potential of ionized alkaline water is to make it yourself, with a water ionizer. A water ionizer is the next best thing to discovering Ponce de Leon\u2019s Fountain of Youth.<\/p><h3>\u00a0<\/h3><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Lee, MY, YK Kim, and et al. \u201cElectrolyzed-reduced water protects against oxidative<\/p><p>damage to DNA, RNA, and protein.\u201d\u00a0<i>Springer Link<\/i>. Humana Press, 01 Nov 2006. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1385\/ABAB:135:2:133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1385\/ABAB:135:2:133<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Yan, H, \u00a0and et al. \u201cThe neuroprotective effects of electrolyzed reduced water and its<\/p><p>model water containing molecular hydrogen and Pt nanoparticles.\u201d\u00a0<i>BMC Proceedings<\/i>. Europeans Society for Animal Cell Technology, 22 Nov 2011. Web. 29 Oct 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1753-6561\/5\/S8\/P69\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1753-6561\/5\/S8\/P69<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Tsai, Chia-Fang, Yu-Wen Hsu, and et al. \u201cHepatoprotective effect of electrolyzed<\/p><p>reduced \u00a0water against carbon tetrachloride-induced liver damage in mice.\u201d\u00a0<i>Sciencedirect<\/i>. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 01 Aug 2009. Web. 7 Nov 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0278691509002464\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0278691509002464<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Kashiwagi, Taichi, and Et Al. \u201cElectrochemically Reduced Water Protects Neural Cells from<\/p><p>Oxidative Damage.\u201d\u00a0<i>Electrochemically Reduced Water Protects Neural Cells from Oxidative Damage<\/i>. Hindawi Publishing, 14 Oct. 2014. Web. 12 Nov. 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/omcl\/2014\/869121\/abs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/omcl\/2014\/869121\/abs\/<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Hanaoka, Kokichi, Sun Dongxu, and et al. \u201cThe mechanism of the enhanced antioxidant<\/p><p>effects against superoxide anion radicals of reduced water produced by electrolysis.\u201d\u00a0<i>Science Direct<\/i>. Science Direct, 01 Jan 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Hanaoka, Kokichi. \u201cAntioxidant effects of reduced water produced by electrolysis of<\/p><p>sodium chloride solutions.\u201d\u00a0<i>Springer Link<\/i>. Journal of Applied Electrochemistry, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Magro, Massimiliano. Corian, Livio and et. al. \u201cAlkaline water and longevity: A murine<\/p><p>study\u201d\u00a0<i>Hindawi Publishing Company<\/i>. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 11 May 2016. Web. 30 November 2016.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2016\/3084126\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/ecam\/2016\/3084126\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a43a874 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"a43a874\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1721\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1721\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">A Water Ionizer can Save You Money on Prescriptions<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1721\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1721\"><h2>Alkaline water is safer and cheaper than medication<\/h2><p><b>GERD Medications<\/b>: Alkaline water is cheaper than medication, and it\u2019s safer too. The Nexium that my wife and I saved $17,928 on also carries a 44% higher risk of dementia. Nexium isn\u2019t the only GERD medication to carry a significantly higher risk of dementia, Prevacid and Prilosec also significantly increase your risk of dementia. Worse yet, the longer you take them, the greater your risk of dementia becomes.<\/p><p><b>Bone medications<\/b>: One of the most popular bone medications, Boniva costs a whopping $162 per pill. Some people only need to take bone medications once per month, but that still ends up being $1,944 per year. If you have to take it once per day, it would cost $59,130 per year!<\/p><p>What do you get for $162 per pill? A\u00a0<i>higher<\/i>\u00a0risk of atypical hip fractures! You could also get necrosis of the jaw, which is where your jawbone literally rots away. Plus, you can only take Boniva or any other bisphosphonate bone medication for 5 years. The only good news is that your risk of atypical hip fractures actually decreases once you stop taking bisphosphonate medications!<\/p><p><b>Blood pressure<\/b>: ACE inhibitors for blood pressure are a bargain compared to GERD and bone medications, they cost about $400 annually. But some beta blockers can get pricey, Zebeta cost $112 per pill, for one year\u2019s treatment it would cost $40,880!<\/p><p>But along with reducing blood pressure, these drugs carry some nasty and dangerous side effects. People often report feeling drowsy or dizzy, painful swelling, heart palpitations, and my favorite side effect: Sudden instant death.<\/p><p><b>Cholesterol reduction<\/b>: Statin drugs for cholesterol reduction can cost more than $500 a month, so they can cost as much as $6,000 annually. They come with a laundry list of side effects including: Headaches, drowsiness, muscle aches, nausea, diarrhea and worse. Statins may also cause \u00a0memory loss, confusion, high blood sugar and type 2 diabetes.<\/p><h2>Important information about replacing drugs with alkaline water<\/h2><p><b>Alkaline water isn\u2019t a drug<\/b>, so you shouldn\u2019t expect it to act like one. Drugs can have a powerful, almost immediate effect on your body. On the other hand, all\u00a0studies of alkaline water\u00a0show that it\u2019s effects build up gradually, over time. For example: Clinical trials in Japan led to water ionizers being certified as medical devices in that country for the treatment of mild digestive upset. Those clinical trials showed that study participants found full or partial relief of their symptoms\u00a0<i>over the course of two weeks<\/i>. This is much different than taking a Tum\u2019s for an upset stomach, because in this case you usually expect relief in about an hour. So the first thing to understand if you want to try alkaline water as an alternative to your medication is:<\/p><p><b>Don\u2019t go cold turkey. If you are on medication, plan to taper off gradually as your symptoms subside<\/b>.<\/p><p><b>Some drugs<\/b>\u00a0can cause harm if you come off them too quickly. For example, some GERD medications will cause GERD to get worse if you come off them too quickly. Prescription medications are the type of medicines most likely to need you to taper off them at a measured rate. How fast should you taper off? There\u2019s only one person who knows the answer to that question, your doctor. So the second thing you need to remember is:<\/p><p><b>Talk to your doctor before making any changes in how you are taking your medications. Your doctor may need to monitor your body\u2019s reaction as you taper off.<\/b><\/p><h2>How alkaline water may help you<\/h2><p><b>GERD medications<\/b>: Alkaline water has been shown in lab testing to inactivate the enzyme that triggers the painful burning and damage of GERD. To maximize this effect, plan to drink a glass of level 4 alkaline water from your ionizer any time you feel the onset of GERD symptoms. If alkaline water is going to work for you, your symptoms should start tapering off in about 2 \u2013 4 weeks. Important things to remember:<\/p><ul><li>Don\u2019t quit GERD medication cold turkey<\/li><li>Relief may come in about 2 \u2013 4 weeks<\/li><li>Stop if drinking alkaline water makes burning worse, and see a doctor<\/li><\/ul><p><b>Bone medications<\/b>: \u00a0Bone \u00a0medications and alkaline water work in very similar ways to preserve bone: They both reduce enzymes in the bloodstream that cause bone to release calcium. The best way to test alkaline water for your bone health is to have your doctor take a baseline reading of what your levels of bone loss enzymes before you start alkaline water, and then test you again 30 days after you\u2019ve started alkaline water. Your doctor can then advise you if you should reduce or taper off your bone medications. Important things to remember:<\/p><ul><li>To ensure it\u2018s working, have yourself tested for bone loss enzymes<\/li><li>You can\u2019t feel it working, only your doctor can know for sure<\/li><li>Alkaline water\u2019s full effect on bone loss enzymes should occur within 4 weeks<\/li><\/ul><p><b>Blood pressure<\/b>: Studies indicate that alkaline water may help people with magnesium deficiencies to lower their blood pressure. Your doctor can\u2019t reliably test you for magnesium, so the only way to know if your high blood pressure is magnesium deficiency-related, is to try alkaline water and see if your blood pressure levels go down. If they do, then alkaline water can help you. If they don\u2019t, talk to your doctor because there are other problems causing your high blood pressure. Key points to remember:<\/p><ul><li>Takes 2 \u2013 4 weeks to see an effect on blood pressure<\/li><li>If there\u2019s no effect, talk to your doctor<\/li><li>Never go cold turkey off blood pressure medications.<\/li><li>Ask your doctor to help you taper off your medication if your blood pressure does improve<\/li><\/ul><p><b>Cholesterol reduction<\/b>: Alkaline water works the same way on cholesterol reduction as it does for blood pressure reduction: By improving your mineral nutritional levels. This means that alkaline water may help you if your body is deficient in calcium, magnesium, or both. Cholesterol tests are inexpensive, and even offered at some drug stores. So the best way to find out if alkaline water can help you lower your cholesterol levels is to test yourself before starting alkaline water and get a baseline reading. Then test yourself again at 2 weeks and 4 weeks to see if alkaline water has had an effect. Important things to remember:<\/p><ul><li>Takes 2 \u2013 4 weeks to see an effect on cholesterol levels<\/li><li>Never go cold turkey. Ask your doctor to help you taper off your meds if alkaline water is reducing your cholesterol levels<\/li><\/ul><h2>How much alkaline water you should drink, and when<\/h2><p>In the studies that document alkaline water\u2019s effects, test subjects drink about 2 \u2013 3 liters of alkaline water per day. The pH range used in those studies is between a pH of 9 \u2013 10. You may need to start with a pH lower than 9, however. When you are just starting alkaline water, it\u00a0may cause your body to detox, which can result in some mild, flu-like symptoms. If you feel uncomfortable, reduce your starting pH level to level one one your water ionizer, which is a pH of about 8 \u2013 8.5. Drink level one alkaline water for about 2 weeks, then move up to level 2.<\/p><p>You should drink alkaline water throughout the day. Here\u2019s a schedule that will have you on track to drink 2 liters per day:<\/p><ul><li><b>Morning<\/b>: 2 eight-ounce glasses when you wake up<\/li><li><b>Half hour before meals<\/b>: One 8 ounce glass<\/li><li><b>Hour after meals<\/b>: One 8 ounce glass<\/li><li><b>Two O\u2019clock<\/b>: One 8 ounce glass (beats the 3 O\u2019Clock crash!)<\/li><li><b>Workouts<\/b>: One 16 ounce glass during workouts<\/li><li><b>Hour before bed<\/b>: One eight ounce glass<\/li><\/ul><h2>Your alkaline water test drive<\/h2><p>There\u2019s one more thing you get with a water ionizer that you don\u2019t get with prescription medications: A 60 day return policy. Since it takes about 30 days to see if alkaline water is going to benefit you, Life\u2019s 60 day return policy gives you a convenient way to try alkaline water and see for yourself what benefits it has. Why not give it a try? All you have to lose is all those prescription copays!<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Wynn, E, MA Krieg, JM Aeschlimann, and P Burckhardt. \u201cAlkaline mineral water lowers<\/p><p>bone resorption even in calcium sufficiency: alkaline mineral water and bone metabolism.\u201d\u00a0<i>Bone<\/i>. Elsevier, 27 Oct 2008. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Burckhardt, Peter. \u201cThe Effect of the Alkali Load of Mineral Water on Bone Metabolism.\u201d<\/p><p><i>The Journal of Nutrition<\/i>. American Society for Nutrition, n.d. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Rylander, Ragnar, and Maurice Arnaud. \u201cMineral water intake reduces blood pressure<\/p><p>among subjects with low urinary magnesium and calcium levels.\u201d\u00a0<i>BMC Public Health<\/i>. BMC Public Health, 30 Nov 2004. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Rosborg, I, B Nihlgard, and L Gerhardsson. \u201cHair element concentrations in females in<\/p><p>one acid and one alkaline area in southern Sweden.\u201d\u00a0<i>PubMed NCBI<\/i>. Ambio, n.d. Web. 3 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/14703901\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/14703901<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Misner, B. Food Alone May Not Provide Sufficient Micronutrients for Preventing<\/p><p>Deficiency \u00a0J International Society of Sports Nutrition. 2006; 3(1:( 51\u201355. \u00a0Published online 2006 June 5\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2129155\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2129155\/<\/a><\/p><p>Ong, Choon. \u201cMinerals from drinking-water: Bioavailability for various world populations and<\/p><p>health implications.\u201d\u00a0<i>WHO | Water Sanitation Health<\/i>. World Health Organization, 17 Aug 2004. Web. 4 Jul 2013. &lt;http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutbioavailability\/en\/&gt;.<\/p><p>World Health Organization, . \u201cNutrients in Drinking Water .\u201d\u00a0<i>WHO | Nutrients in drinking<\/i><\/p><p><i>water<\/i>. World Health Organization, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutrientsbegin.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutrientsbegin.pdf<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Gumashta, J, R Gumashta, and et al. \u201cHard water and heart: the story revisited.\u201d\u00a0<i>IOSR<\/i><\/p><p><i>Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences<\/i>. IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Koufamn, J.A, and N. Johnston. \u201cPotential Benefits of PH 8.8 Alkaline Drinking Water as\u00a0an Adjunct in the Treatment of Reflux Disease.\u201d\u00a0<i>National Center for Biotechnology Information<\/i>. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 July 2012. Web. 24 Apr. 2015. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-07c4d2b elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"07c4d2b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8141\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8141\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Ionized Alkaline Water Effective Against Metabolic Syndrome: Study<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8141\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8141\"><p>Metabolic Syndrome is a \u201cconstellation of physiological screwups\u201d that happens when a person\u2019s body can\u2019t<\/p><div id=\"attachment_10185\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><p>regulate its pH balance. When you have metabolic syndrome, your\u00a0vital organs are slowly being destroyed by acidity, and if it\u2019s left unchecked, metabolic syndrome will cost you your life. But research performed at the University of Pittsburgh medical center gives new hope: Ionized Alkaline water was shown to both increase antioxidant levels, and decrease harmful cholesterol levels. Other studies have shown that ionized alkaline water can help you raise your pH balance, which could help you beat metabolic syndrome.<\/p><h2>The Symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome<\/h2><p>The most visible symptom of metabolic syndrome is obesity. If you have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher, then you may have metabolic syndrome. Your BMI is calculated by dividing your weight in kilograms by your height squared in meters. Here\u2019s how it\u2019s done:<\/p><ol><li><strong>Multiply your weight in pounds by 0.45 to convert it to kilograms<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Multiply your height in inches by 0.025 to convert it to meters<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Square the answer you got for your height<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Divide your the answer you got for your weight by the answer you got for your your height<\/strong><\/li><\/ol><p>Other symptoms need to be checked for by a doctor. Those symptoms are<\/p><ol><li><strong>High blood pressure<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Kidney stones<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>High blood sugar<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>High cholesterol levels<\/strong><\/li><\/ol><p>If you have a BMI of over 30 and any of the above symptoms, talk to your doctor about metabolic syndrome.<\/p><h2>Lower cholesterol levels \u2013 in just 8 weeks!<\/h2><p>The study demonstrated that alkaline ionized water improved the antioxidant status, and\u00a0lowered cholesterol levels\u00a0of people who suffered from Metabolic Syndrome. In just 8 weeks, the people participating in the study saw a 39% \u00a0improvement in their antioxidant levels, a 43% decrease in levels of harmful free radicals, and a 13% decrease in harmful cholesterol levels. Researchers concluded in the study that ionized alkaline water has tremendous potential for both treating and preventing metabolic syndrome.<\/p><h2>12 Pounds in Two Months: Study<\/h2><p>A second\u00a0study that examined the effects of ionized alkaline water\u00a0on middle aged people with metabolic syndrome reported similar results: Improved antioxidant status, and lower cholesterol levels. The study,\u00a0\u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects\u201d also monitored the test subjects weight and found that the people in the study lost an average of 12 pounds in two months. Keep in mind that the people in the study changed nothing else: They still ate the same foods, got the same amount of exercise, and the pounds just came off. Researchers also noticed a detox effect. Drinking alkaline water caused the people in the test to excrete 10 different heavy metals.<\/p><h2>What you need to know about ionized alkaline water and metabolic syndrome<\/h2><p>The people in both studies discussed in this article drank between one and a half to two liters of ionized alkaline water per day. To get the same benefit that was observed in the studies, the alkaline ionized water you drink must have antioxidant potential. The bottled alkaline water you see in stores\u00a0<b><i>does not<\/i><\/b>\u00a0have antioxidant potential. The only way to get ionized alkaline water with high antioxidant potential is to make it yourself, with a water ionizer.<\/p><p><strong>References<\/strong><\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a03d53 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"8a03d53\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1441\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1441\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">What is Ionized Water Good for?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1441\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1441\"><h2>What is Ionized Water Good for and Why?<\/h2><p>There are two different kinds of ionized water, alkaline ionized water and acidic ionized water. Each type of water has it\u2019s uses, the\u00a0ionized alkaline water is consumed for health, the acidic water is used for as a beauty rinse and for many other purposes. To get both kinds of water, you need a home water ionizer, alkalizers and hydrogen sticks don\u2019t make both kinds of ionized water.<\/p><h2>Uses of ionized alkaline water<\/h2><p>Ionized alkaline water is consumed for health purposes. It has acid-neutralizing ability and antioxidant potential that has been shown in over 40 studies to be good for health. Some of the health conditions that alkaline ionized water has been shown to help are:<\/p><p><b>Bone health<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 The strongest evidence for the benefits of alkaline water is for bone health. Research shows that drinking alkaline water lowers two enzyme markers of bone loss that doctors use to measure your rate of bone loss. More research is needed to see if the reduction in bone loss results in maintaining better health over the long term, but one thing is clear: Alkaline water is safer than the bone medications that people commonly take to maintain bone density.<\/p><p><b>Detoxification<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Two studies from Sweden suggest that drinking alkaline water could protect you from the toxic effects of mercury. They examined women who lived in Sweden and who drank well water. Half the women drank acidic water, half drank alkaline water. The women who drank acidic water showed higher levels of boron, mercury, and other acidic elements in their hair samples. The women who drank alkaline water showed greater levels of healthy minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium in their hair samples. Other research conducted in the US showed that people new to alkaline water excreted high levels of\u00a010 different heavy metals\u00a0after they started drinking alkaline water.\u00a0Learn More<\/p><p><b>Digestive health<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Drinking alkaline water creates conditions inside the gut that are conducive to the growth of beneficial probiotic microflora. The beneficial probiotic microbes in your gut are called strict anaerobes \u2013 which means they hate oxygen. Ionized alkaline water has oxidation\u00a0<i>reduction<\/i>\u00a0potential so reduces oxidation in the gut, which favors probiotic microbes.<\/p><p><b>Sports<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Alkaline water has been shown to hydrate better than plain water. It also has been shown to reduce exercise-induced muscular acidosis. This means it helps prevent the burning sensation in your muscles so you can work out longer and harder.<\/p><p>Even better, \u00a0mix alkaline water with an electrolyte, such as Gatorade, and it becomes a potent sports beverage. It makes everything you do feel like it takes a lot less effort, so you can be \u201cin the zone\u201d a lot longer!<\/p><p>There are many more health benefits that can come from drinking alkaline water. Too many to list here in fact. The important thing to remember is that alkaline water supports general wellness. A healthier body is able to heal itself of many ailments.<\/p><h3>Detoxification of Fruits and Vegetables<\/h3><p>The pesticides and herbicides used to grow food leave an acidic residue. Many people think you can simply rinse it off, but they\u2019re wrong. Even with rinsing, residue remains. This can present a real problem for people with a sensitive gut, such as people with Lupus.<\/p><p>Alkaline water\u00a0<i>denatures<\/i>\u00a0acidic pesticide and herbicide residues, which means they are permanently rendered harmless. You can even see it working! Simply soak fruit or vegetables in a bowl of alkaline water, and within a few minutes, the water will turn muddy brown. Soaking your fruits and vegetables in alkaline water is better for you than detoxing, because it avoids putting toxins into your body in the first place!<\/p><h2>Uses of Acidic Ionized Water<\/h2><p>Acidic water isn\u2019t for drinking, instead it is used topically as a rinse for hair and skin, plus other uses as well.<\/p><p><b>Hair<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Acidic ionized water is a miracle hair rinse. My hair is just over two feet long, and it definitely looks and feels a lot nicer when rinsed with acidic water. An ionized acidic water does two beneficial things for your hair: It closes and compacts the follicles. The surface of a hair follicle is made up of a series of shingles. When those shingles open, exposing the follicle underneath, hair dries out, looks dull, and breaks easily. After an acidic water rinse, your hair will feel softer, it will look naturally shiny, and won\u2019t break so easily. The longer your hair is, the more noticeable the benefit from an ionized acidic hair rinse will be.<\/p><p><b>Skin<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Healthy skin has a pH balance of between 3 to 3.5, and it\u2019s actually good for your health to keep it that way. The skin\u2019s low pH is referred to as your body\u2019s\u00a0<i>acid mantle<\/i>: Acidity that kills bacteria and viruses to keep them from infecting you. When skin pH gets too high, infections can occur, including skin infections like acne.<\/p><p>Ionized acidic water is also referred to sometimes as \u201cbeauty water\u201d because of it\u2019s effect on skin and hair. It acts as a natural astringent, tightening and toning your skin. In a spray bottle, I\u2019ve found it to be a great spritz to freshen up how my hair and skin look anytime.<\/p><p><b>Plants<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Plants like a slightly acidic water, a pH range of between 5.5 to 6.5 is perfect. Ionized acidic water is oxygen rich, and plant roots need oxygen to breathe. Ionized acidic water also helps break down the mineral salts that cause soil to become hard. If you have hard tap water and water plants with it, that hard water will make your soil pH too high for your plants. Ionized acidic water helps restore a healthy pH balance in soil for plants and the organisms they depend on.<\/p><p><b>Surfaces<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Ionized acidic water is good for sanitizing surfaces in kitchens, bathrooms, anywhere in your home. It\u2019s acidic pH can help reduce the spread of pathogens on any surface.<\/p><h2>A water ionizer can save you money<\/h2><p>As you can see, both types of ionized water have uses around the home. The ionized alkaline water a water ionizer makes can replace the expensive bottled water you\u2019re buying now, and it tastes a lot better than bottled water! Ionized alkaline water tastes slightly sweet, and feels very refreshing. In fact, guarantees our machines will make the best tasting water you ever drank. Plus, you get all the health benefits of ionized alkaline water.<\/p><p>The machine makes the ionized acidic water at the same time it makes ionized alkaline water. This is because the ionization process works by separating the alkaline and acidic ions in water, so there are two ports water is discharging from while the machine is in operation. Capture that acidic water and use it for healthier hair skin, and plants. I\u2019ve used ionized acidic water as a hair rinse for years, it\u2019s saved me a bunch of money on hair care products. \u00a0Plus you can use it instead of chemicals to sanitize surfaces, so you\u2019ll save money on cleaners. With all these uses around the home, the ionized water you get from a water ionizer easily\u00a0pays for itself.<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Ostojic, S.M. \u201cAl.\u00a0<i>Drinks with alkaline negative oxidative reduction potential improve exercise<\/i><\/p><p><i>performance in physically active men and women: double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, cross-over trial of efficacy and safety<\/i>..\u201d\u00a0<i>Serbian Journal of Sports Sciences<\/i>. 5.3 (2011): 83-89.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sjss-sportsacademy.edu.rs\/archive\/details\/drinks-with-alkaline-negative-oxidative-reduction-potential-improve-exercise-performance-in-physically-active-men-and-women-double-blind-randomized-placebo-controlled-cross-over-trial-of-efficacy-and-safety-223.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.sjss-sportsacademy.edu.rs\/archive\/details\/drinks-with-alkaline-negative-oxidative-reduction-potential-improve-exercise-performance-in-physically-active-men-and-women-double-blind-randomized-placebo-controlled-cross-over-trial-of-efficacy-and-safety-223.html<\/a><\/p><p>Wynn, E, MA Krieg, JM Aeschlimann, and P Burckhardt. \u201cAlkaline mineral water lowers<\/p><p>bone resorption even in calcium sufficiency: alkaline mineral water and bone metabolism.\u201d\u00a0<i>Bone<\/i>. Elsevier, 27 Oct 2008. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Burckhardt, Peter. \u201cThe Effect of the Alkali Load of Mineral Water on Bone Metabolism.\u201d<\/p><p><i>The Journal of Nutrition<\/i>. American Society for Nutrition, n.d. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Rylander, Ragnar, and Maurice Arnaud. \u201cMineral water intake reduces blood pressure<\/p><p>among subjects with low urinary magnesium and calcium levels.\u201d\u00a0<i>BMC Public Health<\/i>. BMC Public Health, 30 Nov 2004. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Vorobjeva, N.V.. \u201cSelective stimulation of the growth of anaerobic microflora in the<\/p><p>human intestinal tract by electrolyzed reducing water.\u201d\u00a0<i>Medical Hypotheses<\/i>. Elsevier, 14 Jun 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Koufamn, J.A, and N. Johnston. \u201cPotential Benefits of PH 8.8 Alkaline Drinking Water as<\/p><p>an Adjunct in the Treatment of Reflux Disease.\u201d\u00a0<i>National Center for Biotechnology Information<\/i>. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 July 2012. Web. 24 Apr. 2015. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eea686a elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"eea686a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2501\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2501\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Scientific Facts about Alkaline Water from a Water Ionizer<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2501\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2501\"><p>To find \u00a0scientific facts about the alkaline water made by a water ionizer, you first need to know what<\/p><div id=\"attachment_9921\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><p>scientists call it: They call it\u00a0Electrolyzed Reduced Water\u00a0(ERW), not alkaline water. Scientists don\u2019t call ERW alkaline water for a very good reason. Water can be alkaline\u00a0<i>without being an antioxidant<\/i>. Any water with a pH of over seven is alkaline, but it\u2019s not antioxidant alkaline water, unless it\u2019s made by a water ionizer. Whether your alkaline water is made by a water ionizer, or some other means has a big impact on how it will affect your health.<\/p><h2>Scientific facts about alkaline water pH<\/h2><p>The term pH stands for\u00a0<i>potential Hydrogen<\/i>\u00a0it measures the potential concentration of hydrogen and hydroxyl ions in the water. A hydroxyl ion is composed of one hydrogen atom and one oxygen atom. Water with a higher concentration of hydroxyl ions than hydrogen ions \u00a0in it has an alkaline pH. The pH of water affects what that water can dissolve, and how any chemicals in it behave. For example, recently people in Flint, Michigan were poisoned by lead in their water. Where did the lead come from? It\u2019s always been there, it was used to make many of the pipes that deliver Flint\u2019s water supply. So how come Flint\u2019s water wasn\u2019t poisoned by lead before? Because the pH of Flint\u2019s water was too high for it to dissolve lead. Metals like lead become toxic in water with a low pH, because they become more soluble \u2013 which means they become easier for your body to absorb.<\/p><h3>Water pH affects what your body absorbs and expels when you drink water<\/h3><p>A study was conducted in Sweden on how water pH affects what your body absorbs from it when you drink it. The study looked at 47 women who drank well water. Half of the women lived in areas with acidic well water, half of them lived in areas with alkaline well water. The study found that the women who drank acidic water absorbed higher amounts of toxic metals like mercury, and that the women who drank alkaline well water absorbed higher amounts of beneficial minerals like calcium.<\/p><p><b>The first of the scientific facts about alkaline water<\/b>\u00a0is that an alkaline pH causes your body to absorb beneficial minerals like calcium, and to not absorb harmful metals like mercury.<\/p><p>Other research has shown that your body expels toxic metals when you raise your urine pH by drinking alkaline water. \u00a0The study examined four middle aged people who were obese, and had never drank alkaline water from a water ionizer before. Researchers found that as the test subjects urine pH increased, so did the amount of toxic metals that their bodies expelled.<\/p><p><b>The second of the scientific facts<\/b>\u00a0about alkaline water is that it increases the rate at which your body expels toxic metals.<\/p><h2>Oxidation Reduction Potential: Why some alkaline water is antioxidant, and some isn\u2019t<\/h2><p>At the beginning of this article, I pointed out that the only kind of alkaline water that is an antioxidant is reduced water. Water ionizers make reduced water using an electromagnetic charge, that\u2019s why the alkaline water made by a water ionizer is called Electrolyzed\u00a0<i>Reduced<\/i>\u00a0Water (ERW). So what does science mean by\u00a0<i>reduced<\/i>water?<\/p><p><b>Oxidation Reduction Potential<\/b>\u00a0(ORP) measures water\u2019s ability to reduce (or contribute to) oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that occurs when oxygen combines with another substance by grabbing electrons from it, this process destroys the substance being oxidized. For example when iron is oxidized, it turns into rust (iron oxide). Water with the potential to\u00a0<i>reduce<\/i>\u00a0(or even stop) the chemical process of oxidation is called reduced water for the simple reason that it reduces the potential for oxidation. On the other hand, water that has the potential to\u00a0<i>increase<\/i>\u00a0oxidation is called\u00a0<i>oxidative<\/i>\u00a0water.<\/p><p><b>Oxidation in the body<\/b>\u00a0destroys tissues and DNA, just like oxidation of iron destroys the iron and turns it into rust. Oxidants in the body like free radicals use oxygen atoms to destroy tissue and DNA by stealing electrons from them. The theory behind antioxidants is that they have excess electrons which they donate to oxidants like free radicals. This electron donation process reduces the oxidant\u2019s ability to damage and destroy tissues and DNA. Electrolyzed Reduced Water acts like an antioxidant because it reduces the ability of oxidants in the body to damage and destroy tissues and DNA.<\/p><p><b>The third of the scientific facts about alkaline water<\/b>\u00a0made by a water ionizer is that it\u00a0<i>reduces<\/i>\u00a0the potential of harmful oxidants in the body to damage and destroy tissues and DNA, thus it acts as an antioxidant.<\/p><h2>Alkalinity is more important than pH for fighting acidity<\/h2><p>I previously discussed how water pH affects what you absorb from it, but notice that I didn\u2019t say that water which has an alkaline pH reduces acidity. The reason for this is that alkaline water\u2019s pH isn\u2019t what reduces or neutralizes acidity,\u00a0alkaline water\u2019s\u00a0<i>alkalinity<\/i>\u00a0is what determines how well it reduces or neutralizes acidity. In fact, you can have a high pH alkaline water, say a pH of 10+ \u00a0that would have very little effect on the acidity of a can of soda. On the other hand, you could have an alkaline water with a moderate pH of around 8 that could significantly reduce the acidity in a can of soda. The reason for this is that the high pH water could have very little alkalinity, where the moderate pH water could have very strong alkalinity.<\/p><p>The alkalinity of water is determined by the amount of alkaline substances in it. The more alkaline substances in water, the greater its alkalinity will be. For example, you could put a quarter teaspoon of lye into 16 ounces of water and it will have a very high pH. But because it has only a tiny amount of alkali in it, that water wouldn\u2019t be able to neutralize the acidity in a can of soda. However, if you put a tablespoon of calcium bicarbonate in water, the pH of the water won\u2019t be as high as it is with the lye, but that water will neutralize the acidity in a can of soda.<\/p><p><b>The fourth of the scientific facts about alkaline water<\/b>\u00a0made by a water ionizer is that water\u2019s alkalinity is more important for neutralizing acidity than pH is.<\/p><h2>So, how do all the scientific facts about alkaline water made by a water ionizer affect your health?<\/h2><p>Now that you\u2019re familiar with the scientific facts about alkaline water, here\u2019s some examples of how it affects your health.<\/p><p><b>pH<\/b>: \u00a0Alkaline waters alkaline pH helps your body absorb beneficial minerals like calcium and magnesium. In fact, your body absorbs calcium and magnesium from water 30% faster and easier than it does from food. That\u2019s why the World Health Organization recommends you get between 10 \u2013 20% of your daily needs for calcium and magnesium from water. A water ionizer ensures that your water will have a pH high enough to absorb those healthy minerals. It will also raise the pH of your urine, so your body readily expels toxic heavy metals.<\/p><p><b>Oxidation Reduction Potential<\/b>\u00a0Alkaline water from a water ionizer will have high\u00a0antioxidant potential\u00a0because the electromagnetism used by the water ionizer to make alkaline water loads up the water with excess electrons that it can donate to oxidants like free radicals. By donating all those excess electrons to oxidants, antioxidant alkaline water can help reduce their ability to oxidize your DNA and tissues. Reducing oxidation in the body may help slow the progression of aging and some degenerative illnesses.<\/p><p><b>Alkalinity<\/b>\u00a0When a water ionizer makes alkaline water, it concentrates the minerals in the water, so you get water with higher alkalinity. The alkalinity of alkaline water made by a water ionizer helps to reduce the acidity in your body that steals calcium from your bones. Because of this, even the Mayo Clinic recognizes that alkaline water has a link to better bone health.<\/p><p>There are many more health benefits that can come from drinking alkaline water, these a just a few of them. Researchers are still studying alkaline water to understand its effects on our health, but even so there are about 40+ studies that show alkaline water has health benefits. What is very well known about alkaline water is that it is much safer than prescription drugs, and that it\u2019s one of the easiest and safest ways to support good health.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ef1ed00 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"ef1ed00\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2501\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2501\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">10 Benefits of Alkaline Water shown by Studies<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2501\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2501\"><p><b>Drinking alkaline of water could have significant benefits for your health.\u00a0<\/b> <br \/>There are \u00a0over 40 studies on the benefits of alkaline water that show there are benefits that you don\u2019t get with plain water. Alkaline water has been shown to positively affect many different parts of your body at the same time. For example: When you drink alkaline water for weight loss, you\u2019re also detoxing. While both of those things are happening, your rate of bone loss decreases, as does your blood pressure. All this happens as beneficial probiotics flourish in your gut. In fact, 88% of people with mild digestive upset in a Japanese clinical study found relief from just drinking alkaline water!<\/p><h2><b>Weight lost: 12 pounds in two months<\/b><\/h2><p>A study called\u00a0<i>The effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects<\/i>\u00a0on obese, middle aged people showed the benefits of alkaline water for weight loss. Patients in the study\u00a0<b>lost 12 pounds in two months, just by drinking alkaline water!<\/b>\u00a0There was no will power or diet changes involved. They just lost the weight. There\u2019s several reasons alkaline water could spur weight loss: Better hydration may increase your metabolic rate so you burn calories faster. Alkaline water supports beneficial probiotic microflora in the gut. Those beneficial bacteria break food down into the form needed by your body to produce energy. If you have weak probiotic microflora, then harmful anaerobes will turn your digested food into the form that your body stores as fat<\/p><h2><b>Hydration: 17% Better than regular water<\/b><\/h2><p><a href=\"https:\/\/s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com\/lifeionizers.com\/media\/blog-images\/life-ionizer-reviews-appearence.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-11889 lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com\/lifeionizers.com\/media\/blog-images\/life-ionizer-reviews-appearence.png\" alt=\"life-ionizer-reviews-appearance\" width=\"399\" height=\"282\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com\/lifeionizers.com\/media\/blog-images\/life-ionizer-reviews-appearence.png\" data-was-processed=\"true\" \/><\/a>Multiple studies have done at Montana State University on alkaline water hydration. Those studies have shown that one of the benefits of alkaline water is that it hydrates faster and more thoroughly than plain water. Researchers found that alkaline water re-hydrated athletes faster than and more thoroughly regular water. The Centers for Disease Control have found that about 3 out of 4 Americans suffer from chronic dehydration. Chronic dehydration can lead to many health problems such as constipation and migraine headaches. So chances are, getting hydrated with alkaline water will make a difference in your health that you can feel.<\/p><h2><b>Liver health: Hangover help and protection from oxidative damage<\/b><\/h2><p>Alkaline water has been shown to have the potential to help you detox from a hangover. It works by breaking down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen. Hydrogen peroxide is a metabolic byproduct of alcohol metabolism that kills liver cells. By breaking it down, alkaline water helps protect the liver. At the same time, it helps rehydrate the body. That helps with hangovers because dehydration is a major part of what causes the morning after headache that comes with a hangover.<\/p><h2><b>Digestive health: 88% of people with mild digestive upset found relief<\/b><\/h2><p>Clinical trials from Japan showed that 88% of people with chronic mild digestive upset found gradual relief from their symptoms just by drinking alkaline water. There\u2019s a couple of reasons for this, alkaline water:<\/p><ol><li><b>Neutralizes pepsin<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 The enzyme that triggers GERD<\/li><li><b>Contains magnesium hydroxide<\/b>, the active ingredient in Milk of Magnesia.<\/li><li><b>Supports healthy probiotic microbes<\/b>\u00a0in the gut<\/li><\/ol><p>The painful burning of gastroesophageal reflux is triggered by an enzyme called pepsin. Alkaline water permanently neutralizes pepsin. That prevents the harmful burning sensation of GERD. Alkaline water is actually the only known safe method for controlling GERD. Long term use of the medications commonly taken for it called proton pump inhibitors, have been linked to dementia and alzheimer\u2019s.<\/p><p>Magnesium hydroxide works to counteract acidity to stop the painful burning of acid indigestion. Alkaline water acts to both counter some acidity, and dilutes acidity at the same time. Alkaline water\u2019s ability to help with acid indigestion is called the alkaline water Tum\u2019s effect.<\/p><p>The beneficial probiotic microbes in your gut are called anaerobes, and they hate oxygen-rich environments. Alkaline water supplies antioxidant hydroxyl ions which act to displace oxygen in the gut. This helps tilt the balance in your gut away from the harmful microbes and towards the beneficial probiotic microbes. Researchers in Japan that conducted clinical trials on alkaline water observed several different changes that showed this change in gut microflora was happening, including<\/p><ul><li>Reduced flatulence<\/li><li>Healthier stools<\/li><li>Reduced constipation<\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Detoxification from 10 heavy metals<\/b><\/h2><p>Two Swedish studies showed that the pH of the water you drink can protect you from heavy metals, specifically mercury. They showed that Swedish women who drank water from wells that was alkaline absorbed calcium, magnesium, and other beneficial nutrients from the alkaline water they drank. Women who drank water from wells that had acidic water absorbed higher amounts of acidic elements like mercury and boron. The results were definitive. They lead the researchers to suggest that one of the<b>\u00a0important benefits of alkaline water is that it may protect against the harmful effects of mercury.<\/b><\/p><p>Clinical research in the US showed that people who were new to alkaline water discharged 10 different heavy metals in their urine after starting to drink alkaline water. The reason it works is that raising the pH level of your urine increases renal clearance of toxic metals such as fluoride and mercury. Renal clearance refers to the rate that your kidneys remove wastes from your bloodstream.<\/p><h2><b>Benefits of Alkaline water: It may protect against alzheimer\u2019s and dementia<\/b><\/h2><p>Oxidative stress which is caused by free radicals and Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) is a major contributing factor to Alzheimer\u2019s disease and dementia. Your brain cells are especially sensitive to oxidative damage. As you age, your body\u2019s defenses against that oxidative damage decline.<\/p><p>Antioxidant supplements can\u2019t protect your brain from oxidation. They are blocked by the blood\/brain barrier \u2013 a membrane that all blood entering the brain must pass through. Alkaline water isn\u2019t blocked, so it passes right through the blood\/brain barrier. That allows it to enter the brain where it can break down harmful oxidants before they have a chance to destroy brain cells.<\/p><h2><b>Alkaline water safer than drugs for bone health<\/b><\/h2><p>The strongest clinical proof of the benefits of\u00a0alkaline water is for bone health. Multiple studies have shown that drinking alkaline water lowers enzyme markers in the blood that doctors use to measure bone loss. This bone-saving effect has been shown in both young and older people. Drinking alkaline water is quite literally one of the best things you can do for better bone health.<\/p><p>There are side effects to the bisphosphonate bone drugs like Boniva, which are commonly prescribed for bone health. These drugs help for a short term, less than five years. But after five years, they can have serious side effects such as jaw necrosis: Rotting away of the jaw bone. Alkaline water is the only thing that is beneficial for bone health that has no side effects.<\/p><p>Even milk has problems, milk acidifies your body when you drink it, which interferes with your ability to absorb calcium. This has lead some researchers to speculate that\u00a0<b>middle-aged people who drink milk for bone health may actually be doing more harm than good<\/b>.<\/p><p><b>What\u2019s wrong with milk?<\/b>\u00a0Middle-aged and older people\u2019s bodies\u2019 ability to neutralize acidity declines with age. A younger person\u2019s body buffers the acidity in milk so they can absorb the calcium in it. An older person\u2019s \u00a0may not be able to buffer that acidity well enough for that person to benefit from the calcium in milk. If your digestive tract is too acidic, your body doesn\u2019t absorb calcium very well.<\/p><p><b>The calcium you need for better bone health<\/b>\u00a0is easier for your body to absorb from water than it is from food. According to The World Health Organization, calcium is 30% easier for your body to absorb from water than it is from food. Because of this, the WHO recommends that you get 10 \u2013 20% of your daily needs for calcium from the water you drink. Alkaline water for a water ionizer is an excellent source of highly bioavailable calcium.<\/p><h2><b>Half of a pH could save your life<\/b><\/h2><p>What harm could half of a pH cause? It could be a sign that you have Metabolic Syndrome: A \u201cconstellation of physiological problems happen when your body is in a constant state of low-grade metabolic acidosis. People who have metabolic syndrome are slowly dying. Their organs are shutting down as they are destroyed by acidity. The five symptoms of metabolic syndrome are:<\/p><ol><li>High Blood Pressure<\/li><li>Obesity<\/li><li>Blood Sugar Problems<\/li><li>Bone Loss<\/li><li>Kidney Stones<\/li><\/ol><p>The common factor in all these symptoms is low urine pH balance. The difference between having all of the symptoms of metabolic syndrome, and having none?\u00a0<b>It\u2019s just a half of a pH!<\/b>\u00a0Drinking alkaline water has been shown to raise urine pH, especially when the body is in a state of acidosis.<\/p><h2><b>Benefits of Alkaline Water for Cholesterol reduction<\/b><\/h2><p>Another one of the benefits of alkaline water which has been documented in studies is cholesterol reduction. Alkaline water has been shown to be especially effective at reducing the levels of the two most harmful forms of cholesterol: Triglycerides and Very Low-Density Lipoprotein (V-LDL) cholesterol. Some health experts who have studied alkaline water\u2019s effect on cholesterol believe that alkaline water helps by improving the body\u2019s uptake of magnesium. \u00a0Just like calcium, your body absorbs magnesium from water 30% faster and easier than it does from food or supplements<\/p><h2><b>Benefits of Alkaline water and Gatorade: Supercharged workouts<\/b><\/h2><p><b>This really works!<\/b>\u00a0Drinking alkaline water mixed with an electrolyte drink mix such as Gatorade, will supercharge your workout. A study done on athletes who drink alkaline water mixed with Gatorade were able to work out significantly harder and longer. The study showed that It lowered the\u00a0<i>perceived effort<\/i>\u00a0that the athletes felt they needed to accomplish a workout. As a result, the athletes in the study simply had more energy and could go harder before hitting their max.<\/p><p>It works because drinking alkaline water speeds absorption of electrolytes into your system. It\u2019s higher pH balance also boosts the muscles ability to neutralize and \u00a0flush out oxidative wastes. This means that you can go harder before your muscles start to feel that performance-robbing burn.<\/p><h2><b>Could alkaline water help you?<\/b><\/h2><p>Everybody\u2019s body is different, but one thing is for sure: Alkaline water is good for your health. You get many different benefits of alkaline water just by\u00a0drinking it. And here\u2019s the good news: You can\u00a0finance a water ionizer for less than you may be paying for bottled alkaline water\u00a0right now! 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Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Yoshichika, Kitagawa, Liu Chengwei , and Ding Xiaodong. \u201cThe influence of natural mineral water on aquaporin water permeability and human natural killer cell activity.\u201d\u00a0<i>Science Direct<\/i>. Science Direct, 27 May 2011. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0006291X11007005\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0006291X11007005<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Holsworth, R, , and et al. \u201cEffect of Hydration on Whole Blood Viscosity in Firefighters.\u201d\u00a0<i>NCBI<\/i>. PubMed, Aug, 2013. Web. 27 Dec 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371<\/a>&gt;. \u00a0<\/p><p>Seung-Kyu P, et al. \u201cElectrolyzed-reduced water inhibits acute ethanol-induced hangovers in Sprague-Dawley rats\u201d Biomedical Research, 6 July 2009 Web 31 January 2014 &lt;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jstage.jst.go.jp\/article\/biomedres\/30\/5\/30_5_263\/_pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.jstage.jst.go.jp\/article\/biomedres\/30\/5\/30_5_263\/_pdf<\/a>&gt;<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8dcfa36 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"8dcfa36\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1481\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1481\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">How your pH balance affects your Health<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1481\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1481\"><p>A healthy body maintains a naturally alkaline pH balance, all on it\u2019s own. But many people, particularly middle aged people face\u00a0health challenges\u00a0that can result from a breakdown in the body\u2019s ability to regulate its pH balance. So what is a healthy pH balance? Different parts of the body have different pH levels. Some parts, such as your stomach and skin, have a naturally acidic pH balance. Other parts of your body, such as your saliva, have a naturally alkaline balance. Your blood pH is very closely regulated by your body, it stays in the \u00a0range of 7.35 to 7.45, except in conditions of\u00a0<em>metabolic acidosis<\/em>.<\/p><p>Your blood pH doesn\u2019t vary much. If it gets too low, your body will correct it, but at the cost of weakening your bones. Acidity in the blood will trigger the release of calcium from your bones. You can\u2019t actually change your blood pH. What you do when you drink alkaline water is provide your body with a different source of alkalinity so it can maintain a healthy pH balance without robbing your bones of calcium.<\/p><h2>Acidosis: What happens when your pH balance is acidic?<\/h2><p>When your blood pH drops too low, your body enters a state of metabolic acidosis: A temporary condition that your body corrects by itself. The main way it does that is by discharging excess acidity in the urine, when it does your urine pH drops. If your body constantly struggles to discharge acidity, it will be constantly in a state of metabolic acidosis. That\u2019s when things get much worse: You develop a long term body acidity condition called metabolic syndrome, the symptoms of which are:<\/p><ul><li><strong>High blood pressure<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Obesity<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>High blood sugar<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Kidney stones<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>High blood cholesterol<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>When you have metabolic syndrome, what\u2019s happening is that your organs are slowly dying from acidity. As they shut down, your health gets worse. The longer metabolic syndrome is left untreated, the worse it gets. If you think you have metabolic syndrome, talk to your doctor right away.<\/p><h2><b>Bodily Fluid pH Ranges<\/b><\/h2><p><b>Saliva<\/b>: The healthy range for saliva pH is in the 6.8 to 7.2 range. but keep in mind that your saliva pH will vary widely throughout the day. It\u2019s influenced by everything you eat and drink. Because of this, saliva isn\u2019t the best measure of pH balance, but it can tell you some things.<\/p><p><b>Urine<\/b>: .The normal pH range for urine is from 5.5 up to 7.5. This range is based on your 24 hour average urine pH, because urine pH varies throughout the day. For good health, you want your 24 hour average urine pH to be at least 6.1, because lower urine pH is a risk factor for metabolic syndrome.<\/p><p><b>Blood<\/b>: Your blood pH is maintained in a constant pH range of 7.35 \u2013 7.45, your body maintains it in that range. If it goes below that range, your body is in a temporary state of metabolic acidosis. If it goes above that range, your body goes into a temporary state of metabolic alkalosis. Either condition is life threatening if it persists.<\/p><h2><b>How would testing your body pH help you?<\/b><\/h2><p>Your saliva and urine pH are affected by your body\u2019s regulation of your blood pH, so they can be an indication of either health or illness. PH testing of your saliva and\/or urine will help you obtain a good insight into the overall pH balance of your body. If the saliva or urine pH test comes up low, then you know you need to get serious about doing more to alkalize your body quickly.<\/p><h2><b>The pH of saliva offers a window through which you can see the overall pH balance in your body.<\/b><\/h2><p>Saliva pH is slightly more acidic than the blood pH [usually], but it is closely aligned with the pH of blood and interstitial fluids [fluids around the cells].<\/p><p>Optimal pH for saliva is above 7 pH. A reading consistently lower than 6.8 is indicative that your body may be struggling to maintain its pH balance. After eating, the saliva pH should rise to 7.8 or higher. If it doesn\u2019t it may indicate that the body has insufficient reserves to maintain its pH balance. If your saliva stays between 6.8 and 7.2 pH all day, your body is functioning within a healthy range.<\/p><p><b>Its best to test your saliva pH at three intervals during the day:<\/b><\/p><ul><li><strong>First thing when you wake up<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Before lunch<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Before dinner<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>You should test your saliva each day for about a week. Maintain a journal of the test results so you can calculate the average test result for each of the three times you test throughout the day. If your average saliva pH stays between 6.8 and 7.2, then your body\u2019s own pH balance regulating mechanism is working fine. All you need to do is eat healthy and drink plenty of water to maintain it.<\/p><h2><b>How to Test your Saliva pH<\/b><\/h2><p>Make sure to test your saliva at a time when you haven\u2019t eaten or drunk anything for at least an hour. Test yourself somewhere away from food: Anticipation of food smells causes enzymes to be released into your saliva which change its pH. First thing when you wake up in the morning is usually a good time. Also before meals is better than after them.<\/p><p>To perform this test, you will need a roll of testing pH paper (preferably pHydrion test paper), a plastic spoon and some fresh saliva. The test uses a pH-sensitive, color-coded test strip to reveal your body pH balance status. For the saliva test: \u2013 Be sure not to eat, drink, or brush your teeth for 30 minutes prior to the test \u2013 Swallow a couple of times to clear the mouth and stimulate new saliva \u2013 Then discharge some saliva into a PLASTIC spoon (it is recommended NOT to touch the pH paper to your tongue due to the chemicals in the paper.<\/p><p>Tear off a 1\/4 inch strip of pH paper, place into saliva and compare the color of your immersed pH paper with the color chart provided on the pH testing roll. The lower your pH value below 7.0, the greater your degree of acid stress. Continue testing and recording your pH for at least a week. This will show your body\u2019s pH trend.<\/p><p><b>Testing Your Urine pH<\/b><\/p><p>The pH of the urine indicates how the body is working to maintain the proper pH of the blood. The urine reveals the alkaline building (anabolic) and acid tearing down (catabolic) cycles. The pH of urine indicates the efforts of the body via the kidneys, adrenals, lungs and gonads to regulate body pH balance through the buffer salts and hormones. Urine can provide a fairly accurate picture of body chemistry, because the kidneys filter out the buffer salts of pH regulation and provide values based on what the body is eliminating. Urine pH can vary from around 4.5 to 9.0 at its extremes, but the ideal range is 6.5 to 7.0+ Urine pH tends to be lower in the morning and higher in the evening.<\/p><p><b>For complete instructions<\/b>:\u00a0How to test your urine pH<\/p><p>The pH of the urine can vary widely. The pH of urine is also affected by the biochemicals that the body is eliminating. These include biochemicals such as excess minerals, vitamins, and products of metabolism and also include drugs and toxins being eliminated by the body. The pH of the urine is not as affected by digestive enzymes as salivary pH.<\/p><p><b>What can you do if you find your saliva or urine pH is too acidic?<\/b><\/p><p>Switch to an alkaline diet. Over the long term, an alkaline diet will reduce the acid load on your body.<\/p><p>Get yourself a water ionizer. Ionized alkaline water helps boost your pH balance quickly. It raises saliva pH almost instantly, and urine pH rises in about a half hour after you drank the alkaline water. Alkaline water can raise body pH so quickly that some new drinkers actually experience mild detox symptoms for about a week after starting alkaline water. Lastly, practice Mindfulness \u2013 keeping your mind in the present. Stress is a major cause of body acidity because it causes the release of cortisol, a hormone that acidifies the body..<\/p><p><b>How to<\/b>:\u00a0Raise your body pH naturally<\/p><p><b>Alkaline water acts fast to reduce acidity<\/b><\/p><p>Alkaline water will act to raise your pH balance quickly, faster than food or Mindfulness. The reason it acts so fast is because it is absorbed quickly by your body. Foods take time to digest, but alkaline water, consumed on an empty stomach goes straight through the stomach and into the intestines for absorption. Alkaline water is rich in alkaline minerals, whether you get them from food or alkaline water, those alkaline minerals are what actually raises your pH. Drinking alkaline water may be the single easiest thing you can do to raise your pH balance and improve your health.<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Ostojic, Sergej, and Marko Stonanovic. \u201c<i>Hydrogen-Rich Water Affected Blood Alkalinity<\/i><\/p><p><i>in Physically Active Men<\/i>.\u201d . Research in Sports Medicine: An International Journal, 06 Jan 2014. Web. 20 Feb 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Burckhardt, Peter. \u201cThe Effect of the Alkali Load of Mineral Water on Bone Metabolism.\u201d<\/p><p><i>The Journal of Nutrition<\/i>. American Society for Nutrition, n.d. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Rylander, Ragnar, and Maurice Arnaud. \u201cMineral water intake reduces blood pressure<\/p><p>among subjects with low urinary magnesium and calcium levels.\u201d\u00a0<i>BMC Public Health<\/i>. BMC Public Health, 30 Nov 2004. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Ornish, Dean, Jue Lin, and et al. \u201cIncreased telomerase activity and comprehensive<\/p><p>lifestyle changes: a pilot study.\u201d\u00a0<i>ProQuest<\/i>. Lancet Oncology, [November, 2008] \u00a0Vol 9 No. 11. Web. 5 Nov 2013.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanonc\/article\/PIIS1470-2045(08)70234-1\/fulltext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanonc\/article\/PIIS1470-2045(08)70234-1\/fulltext<\/a><\/p><p>Ornish, Dean, Jue Lin, and et al. \u201cEffect of comprehensive lifestyle changes on telomerase activity and telomere length in men with biopsy-proven low-risk prostate cancer: 5-year follow-up of a descriptive pilot study\u201d\u00a0<i>Lancet<\/i>. Lancet Oncology, 01 Oct 2013. Web. 5 Nov 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanonc\/article\/PIIS1470-2045(13)70366-8\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanonc\/article\/PIIS1470-2045(13)70366-8\/abstract<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Heil, D. \u201cAcid-base balance and hydration status following consumption of<\/p><p>mineral-based alkaline bottled water..\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 13 Sep 2010. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Rosborg, I, B Nihlgard, and L Gerhardsson. \u201cHair element concentrations in females in<\/p><p>one acid and one alkaline area in southern Sweden.\u201d\u00a0<i>PubMed NCBI<\/i>. Ambio, n.d. Web. 3 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/14703901\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/14703901<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Gumashta, J, R Gumashta, and et al. \u201cHard water and heart: the story revisited.\u201d\u00a0<i>IOSR<\/i><\/p><p><i>Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences<\/i>. IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Koufamn, J.A, and N. Johnston. \u201cPotential Benefits of PH 8.8 Alkaline Drinking Water as<\/p><p>an Adjunct in the Treatment of Reflux Disease.\u201d\u00a0<i>National Center for Biotechnology Information<\/i>. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1 July 2012. Web. 24 Apr. 2015. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22844861<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Frassetto, L. and Sebastian, A.\u00a0<i>Age and systemic acid-base equilibrium: analysis of<\/i><\/p><p><i>published data<\/i>, Journal of Gerontology, Advanced Biological Science and Medical Science, 51: B91-99, 1996.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/8548506\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/8548506<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9d651f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"9d651f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1651\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1651\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Alkaline Water Effects on the Body<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1651\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1651\"><p>So, what happens when you first start out\u00a0drinking alkaline water? That depends on your health.<\/p><p>Alkaline water has many effects on the body. If your body struggles to handle acidity, you may experience side effects when you first start drinking alkaline water. If you\u2019re already in great health, like I am, alkaline water\u2019s most profound effects will be on your athletic endurance and on your complexion.<\/p><div id=\"attachment_10162\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><h2>What happens to new drinkers of alkaline water<\/h2><p>That depends on your health before you start drinking alkaline water. For example, my wife experienced mild, detox symptoms for the first week. I didn\u2019t experience any symptoms at all. She had significant health challenges, some of which alkaline water has helped. I didn\u2019t have any health challenges. How likely is it that you\u2019ll experience side effects when starting alkaline water?\u00a0<b>Take this quiz<\/b>:<\/p><ul><li>Are you Clinically Obese? (BMI greater than 30)<\/li><li>Do you have GERD?<\/li><li>Do you have poor digestive health?<\/li><li>Do you suffer from Metabolic Syndrome?<\/li><\/ul><p>If you answer yes to three or all of the above questions, then it\u2019s likely that you\u2019ll experience some side effects when starting alkaline water. Here\u2019s what you need to do:<\/p><ul><li>Start with Level one alkaline water, stay on level one for a week<\/li><li>If your symptoms are hard to handle, then mix your level one alkaline water with purified water from your ionizer. Use half alkaline water, half purified water<\/li><\/ul><h2>The most commonly reported effects of alkaline water on the body<\/h2><p><b>Weight loss<\/b>: After the first week or two, any symptoms new drinkers experience subside. The most frequently claimed effect is weight loss. My wife lost 11 pounds after her first week of drinking alkaline water. The reasons some people lose weight on alkaline water haven\u2019t been studied, so they\u2019re not well understood. It is known that drinking water at the right time can help reduce your appetite, but not all alkaline water drinkers time their water consumption. Some alternative health supporters believe it may be caused by detoxification, but that claim hasn\u2019t been tested by research.<\/p><p><b>Digestive health<\/b>: Improved digestive health is another commonly heard claim. Japanese research backs that claim up. It was found that 88% of people who suffered mild digestive upset experienced partial or full relief from their symptoms in about 2 to 4 weeks after starting to drink alkaline water. It\u2019s important to note the relief came gradually, alkaline water is not a drug. If you have severe digestive health issues, do not stop taking your medication unless your doctor tells you to.<\/p><p><b>GERD<\/b>: Another commonly reported effect of alkaline water is relief of the symptoms of GERD. My wife\u2019s GERD symptoms ended about two weeks after she started drinking alkaline water. A study done in-vitro shows that alkaline water inactivates pepsin \u2013 the enzyme which triggers the painful burning of GERD.<\/p><h2>Alkaline water effects you can test<\/h2><p>Some of the beneficial effects of alkaline water, such as improving your hydration levels, aren\u2019t as easy to spot as benefits like weight loss, but you can still test for them.<\/p><p><b>Urine pH<\/b>: Your 24 hour average urine pH is a good indicator of your body\u2019s pH balance. If your urine pH is too low, you\u2019re at risk for Metabolic Syndrome, the symptoms of which are:<\/p><ul><li>High blood pressure<\/li><li>Bone loss<\/li><li>High cholesterol levels<\/li><li>Kidney stones<\/li><li>Obesity<\/li><\/ul><p><b>It doesn\u2019t take much<\/b>\u00a0The difference between being perfectly healthy, and having all five symptoms of metabolic syndrome is less than half of a pH! Doctors treat metabolic syndrome with a variety of medicines, including medicines that are for raising your urine pH. Alkaline water offers a natural, gradual way of raising your urine pH.<\/p><p><b>Want to test your urine pH?<\/b>\u00a0How to test your urine pH<\/p><p><b>Bone health<\/b>: Another of the health benefits from drinking alkaline water is for bone health. Several studies show that drinking alkaline water lowers two crucial enzyme markers of bone loss. The best way to test for this is to have yourself tested by a doctor for bone loss before starting alkaline water, and a couple of months later. Both enzyme markers \u2013 PTH and S-CTX.<\/p><p>You can also test for bone loss by measuring the levels of calcium in your urine. This test is nowhere near as accurate as the blood testing your doctor would do, but it can give you some idea.\u00a0How to test yourself for calcium loss<\/p><h2>Hydration<\/h2><p>Here\u2019s a simple way to test your hydration status right now called the Pinch Test. Simply lay a hand flat on the table, then pinch the skin about one inch back from any knuckle. When you release it, the skin should snap right back into place. If it doesn\u2019t, or it takes a long time to snap back, it\u2019s likely that you are dehydrated.<\/p><p>If you are dehydrated, you\u2019re not alone. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that 3 out of 4 people are chronically dehydrated. You can put alkaline water to the test for hydration by drinking it for a week, then repeat the pinch test. If you were dehydrated before, it\u2019s likely that you\u2019ll see a noticeable improvement. Ultimately, improving your hydration status can lead to younger looking, healthier skin, like it did for\u00a0this woman.<\/p><h2>How long does it take for alkaline water to have an effect?<\/h2><p>Everybody\u2019s body is different, but in general you should see some effects within 60 days. Alkaline water has a gradual effect on health. For example, my wife continued to see improvements for the first year that she was drinking alkaline water. Today, five years later, the improvements, such as lost weight are being maintained.<\/p><p>We have been providing water ionizers to people for almost 20 years and we know that they love the health benefits\u2026they even tell their friends and that is how our business has grown. \u00a0We are so confident in the health benefits provided by our that we provide a 60 day return policy. \u00a0Please check out our website for full details and call us now \u00a0to find out how alkaline water is right for you!<\/p><p><b>Reference<\/b><\/p><p>Wynn, E, MA Krieg, JM Aeschlimann, and P Burckhardt. \u201cAlkaline mineral water lowers<\/p><p>bone resorption even in calcium sufficiency: alkaline mineral water and bone metabolism.\u201d\u00a0<i>Bone<\/i>. Elsevier, 27 Oct 2008. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water Effects on the Body\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Burckhardt, Peter. \u201cThe Effect of the Alkali Load of Mineral Water on Bone Metabolism.\u201d<\/p><p><i>The Journal of Nutrition<\/i>. American Society for Nutrition, n.d. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water Effects on the Body\" href=\"http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water Effects on the Body\" href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Ericson, John. \u201d 75% of Americans May Suffer From Chronic Dehydration, According to<\/p><p>Doctors.\u201d<i>Medical Daily<\/i>. Medical Daily, 03 Jul 2013. Web. 15 Nov 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water Effects on the Body\" href=\"http:\/\/www.medicaldaily.com\/75-americans-may-suffer-chronic-dehydration-according-doctors-247393\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.medicaldaily.com\/75-americans-may-suffer-chronic-dehydration-according-doctors-247393<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Heil, P and Seifert, J. Influence of bottled water on rehydration following a dehydrating bout of<\/p><p>cycling exercise<b>.\u00a0<\/b>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition \u00a0<i>Springerlink<\/i>\u00a0July 2009.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf<\/b><\/a><\/p><p>Heil, D. \u201cAcid-base balance and hydration status following consumption of<\/p><p>mineral-based alkaline bottled water..\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 13 Sep 2010. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water Effects on the Body\" href=\"http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Vorobjeva, N.V.. \u201cSelective stimulation of the growth of anaerobic microflora in the<\/p><p>human intestinal tract by electrolyzed reducing water.\u201d\u00a0<i>Medical Hypotheses<\/i>. Elsevier, 14 Jun 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water Effects on the Body\" href=\"http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract<\/a>&gt;<\/p><p>Yoshichika, Kitagawa, Liu Chengwei , and Ding Xiaodong. \u201cThe influence of natural<\/p><p>mineral water on aquaporin water permeability and human natural killer cell activity.\u201d\u00a0<i>Science Direct<\/i>. Science Direct, 27 May 2011. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water Effects on the Body\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0006291X11007005\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0006291X11007005<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Holsworth, R, , and et al. \u201cEffect of Hydration on Whole Blood Viscosity in Firefighters.\u201d<\/p><p><i>NCBI<\/i>. PubMed, Aug, 2013. Web. 27 Dec 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water Effects on the Body\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371<\/a>&gt;<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6d8439 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"b6d8439\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1911\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1911\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">7 ways Alkaline Water helps you stay Healthy<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1911\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1911\"><p>Alkaline water is rapidly becoming the #1 choice for people who lead healthy lives, and with good reason.<\/p><div id=\"attachment_8950\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><p>There are over 40 studies which document the\u00a0many health benefits\u00a0that people receive when drinking ionized alkaline water. Studies show that it can improve hydration, raise your pH balance, promote detoxification and even help you lose weight. Recognition of alkaline waters benefits is entering the mainstream: The prestigious Mayo Clinic now says that alkaline water has a link to good bone health. If you are looking to have the best health possible, here are 7 great reasons to drink ionized alkaline water.<\/p><h2><b>1. Weight Loss<\/b><\/h2><p>How does losing 12 pounds in two months just by drinking water sound? That is what a \u00a0study called\u00a0<i>The effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters<\/i>\u00a0found when researchers followed four obese middle-aged subjects for two months after they started drinking alkaline water. They made no other changes to their diet, nor did they exercise more. Researchers could find no other explanation, they simply lost the weight from drinking alkaline water alone!<\/p><h2><b>2. Detoxification<\/b><\/h2><p>Heavy metals are everywhere, and they are toxic. For example, the mercury in fish can cause health problems like cancer. Thankfully, raising your \u00a0pH balance with alkaline water has been shown to have two important benefits:<\/p><ul><li>Helps the body rid itself of toxic metals<\/li><li>May provide protection against the toxic effects of mercury<\/li><\/ul><p>Alkaline water is best for detoxification because it can quickly raise urine pH. That enables the kidneys to filter out toxic metals more efficiently. Doctors use an emergency procedure called alkaline diuresis to quickly raise the pH of a poisoning victim\u2019s urine to save their lives, alkaline water\u2019s effect is similar to that. Raising the pH of your urine taps into your body\u2019s own ultra-efficient detoxification system: Your kidneys. Raising the pH of your urine enables your kidneys to work at a higher level of efficiency. Alkaline water is much gentler than alkaline diuresis, it gives you a gentle, daily detoxification.<\/p><h2><b>3. pH Balance<\/b><\/h2><p>The pH balance of your body has a huge effect on your health. If your pH balance is too low, you\u2019ll develop a condition called Metabolic Syndrome: A \u201cconstellation\u201d of health problems that include:<\/p><ul><li>Heart trouble<\/li><li>Diabetes<\/li><li>Bone Loss<\/li><li>Obesity<\/li><\/ul><p>Doctors test for metabolic syndrome by checking your urine pH. The lower your urine pH, the more symptoms of metabolic syndrome you are likely to have. What\u2019s amazing is that the difference between having all the symptoms of metabolic syndrome and having none? It\u2019s just a half of a pH!<\/p><p>You can get that half of a pH increase, and possibly more, by drinking ionized alkaline water. Doctors routinely administer alkalis to relieve the symptoms of metabolic syndrome. Alkaline water can raise blood pH by 40 \u2013 70% in the blood\u2019s normal pH range. Alkaline \u00a0water also raises the pH of urine quickly to the healthy alkaline pH range. Drinking alkaline water daily could help raise your pH balance help your body fight the symptoms of metabolic syndrome.<\/p><h2><b>4. Bone Health<\/b><\/h2><p>If you are a woman, your chances of suffering a crippling hip fracture that will probably end your life is one out of two. If you\u2019re a man, your chances are slightly better, your chances are one in three. Bone medications aren\u2019t the answer. The FDA issued warnings on all bone medications that state that these medications are not for long term use. If you take them for more than 5 years, you\u2019re at risk for some serious side effects, such as your jawbone wasting away! On the other hand, alkaline water is considered safe for long term use, and it has been shown to reduce bone loss.<\/p><p>Alkaline water appears to be the only safe way to tackle bone loss over the long term. The Mayo Clinic cited four clinical studies that showed a link between drinking alkaline water and reducing bone loss. They qualified their statement by saying further studies are needed to confirm the benefits over the long term, which is true. But what has been confirmed over the long term is that alkaline water won\u2019t harm you the way all prescription bone medications do. If you are seeking to maintain healthy bones over the long term, alkaline water may be your only safe choice.<\/p><h2><b>5. Hydration<\/b><\/h2><p><b>Are you thirsty?<\/b>\u00a0The Centers for Disease Control \u00a0estimates that 3 out of 4 Americans are chronically dehydrated. Older people are more likely to be dehydrated because they can easily mistake hunger for thirst. This means, you may be eating when you should actually be drinking water! A common side effect noticed by new drinkers of alkaline water is that they are very thirsty for the first few days. This suggests that drinking alkaline water may actually switch that thirst impulse back on, which would help you restore proper hydration. \u00a0<\/p><p>One way alkaline water helps you drink more water is taste. It tastes better than plain water, It\u2019s sweeter, and feels more refreshing.Better tasting water can help you choose it over other beverages.<\/p><h2><b>6. Heart health<\/b><\/h2><p>\u201cThe more alkaline the water, the greater the protective effect on the arteries.\u201d That\u2019s a quote from one of the largest ever study reviews on the effect of alkaline minerals in water on heart health. Magnesium in water, particularly has a significant positive impact on heart health. People deficient in magnesium have significantly higher risk of having a heart attack or stroke. In fact, If you do suffer a heart attack or stroke, the first thing the doctor will do is give you a life-saving injection \u2013 of magnesium! Studies of acute cardiac-care in emergency rooms has shown that an injection of magnesium significantly increases your odds of survival.<\/p><p>Alkaline water is the best source of magnesium. Your body absorbs magnesium 30% faster and easier from water than it does from food or supplements. The World Health Organization recommends you get up to 20% of your daily needs for calcium and magnesium from the water you drink. Alkaline water is the best choice for mineral rich water because it\u2019s easiest to absorb the minerals in it.<\/p><h2><b>7. Energy and endurance<\/b><\/h2><p><b>Beat the 3 O\u2019clock crash<\/b>. Do you easily feel tired or winded after light exercise? If so, that means your body is in a state of metabolic acidosis \u2013 acidity is interfering with your blood\u2019s ability to absorb oxygen in the lungs. Alkaline water can help with both the 3 O\u2019Clock crash, and metabolic acidosis.<\/p><p>What causes that 3 O\u2019clock crash is dehydration. It happens at or around 2 \u2013 3 O\u2019Clock because your body needs a huge amount of water to digest and absorb your lunch. If you are already dehydrated your body slows down to conserve its water. Alkaline water can provide the hydration you need to make it through your day and avoid that 3 O\u2019clock crash.<\/p><p>If your body is in a state of metabolic acidosis, research shows that drinking alkaline water can raise your blood pH by 40 \u2013 70% within the normal range for blood pH, which is 7.35 to 7.45. That helps your blood let go of acidic waste, and take on more oxygen in the lungs. Athletes know this, it\u2019s why they alkalize their bodies prior to working out. The extra alkalinity helps them avoid losing performance to metabolic acidosis<\/p><p>Professional athletes alkalize their bodies before working out to increase their endurance. Alkaline water provides the alkalinity which fights off the burning feeling in your muscles. That burning sensation is caused by lactic acid, and it doesn\u2019t help your fitness! \u00a0Pro athletes know that it\u2019s why they alkalize before working out. The longer they can hold off the burning sensation, the longer and harder they can train.<\/p><h2><b>Benefits of alkaline water backed by research<\/b><\/h2><p><b>The evidence: Over 40 studies<\/b>.Alkaline water for health was first studied in Russia in the 1950\u2019s. Since then more than 40 studies have been done on alkaline water that reported positive results. Some of those studies have been blinded, placebo-controlled clinical studies. They are the gold standard for research. Health fads come and go, but alkaline water has been drunk for health purposes \u00a0for centuries. Before water ionizers, the only place you could get it was from one of seven known antioxidant alkaline springs. Those springs, such as Nordenau in Germany, have been revered for their health restorative qualities by generations of people seeking better health. Thankfully today, you don\u2019t have to undertake a journey of hundreds or even thousands of miles to benefit from alkaline water\u2019s health-restorative properties. With a water ionizer, alkaline water is as close as your kitchen sink.<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><\/p><p>Ostojic, Sergej, and Marko Stonanovic. \u201c<i>Hydrogen-Rich Water Affected Blood Alkalinity<\/i><\/p><p><i>in Physically Active Men<\/i>.\u201d . Research in Sports Medicine: An International Journal, 06 Jan 2014. Web. 20 Feb 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Wynn, E, MA Krieg, JM Aeschlimann, and P Burckhardt. \u201cAlkaline mineral water lowers<\/p><p>bone resorption even in calcium sufficiency: alkaline mineral water and bone metabolism.\u201d\u00a0<i>Bone<\/i>. Elsevier, 27 Oct 2008. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Burckhardt, Peter. \u201cThe Effect of the Alkali Load of Mineral Water on Bone Metabolism.\u201d<\/p><p><i>The Journal of Nutrition<\/i>. American Society for Nutrition, n.d. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Ericson, John. \u201d 75% of Americans May Suffer From Chronic Dehydration, According to<\/p><p>Doctors.\u201d<i>Medical Daily<\/i>. Medical Daily, 03 Jul 2013. Web. 15 Nov 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.medicaldaily.com\/75-americans-may-suffer-chronic-dehydration-according-doctors-247393\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.medicaldaily.com\/75-americans-may-suffer-chronic-dehydration-according-doctors-247393<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Koseki, M, Y Tanaka, and et al. \u201cEffect of pH on the Taste of Alkaline Electrolyzed<\/p><p>Water.\u201d\u00a0<i>Wiley Online Library<\/i>. Journal of Food Science, n.d. Web. 3 Jul 2013.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17995745\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17995745<\/a><\/p><p>Heil, P and Seifert, J. Influence of bottled water on rehydration following a dehydrating bout of<\/p><p>cycling exercise<b>.\u00a0<\/b>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition \u00a0<i>Springerlink<\/i>\u00a0July 2009.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf<\/b><\/a><\/p><p>Heil, D. \u201cAcid-base balance and hydration status following consumption of<\/p><p>mineral-based alkaline bottled water..\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 13 Sep 2010. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29<\/a>&gt;<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2341a8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"a2341a8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1701\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1701\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">3 Reasons Your Heart will Love Alkaline Water<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1701\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1701\"><p><b>A glass of alkaline water, drank at the right time, could save your life!\u00a0<\/b>Drinking a glass of water an hour before bed could prevent a heart attack or stroke! Your body can become\u00a0dehydrated\u00a0when you sleep, when that happens, your heart has to work harder to pump your blood. Superior hydration is the best defense against a heart attack or stroke while you sleep \u2013 and alkaline water hydrates better than plain water.<\/p><div id=\"attachment_8354\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><p><b>Why Alkaline Water is the Right Water for Heart Health<\/b><\/p><p>Everyone loves a healthy heart, and one of the best way to love your heart is to drink alkaline water.. Why? Because alkaline water provides three things that every healthy heart loves:<\/p><ul><li><b><\/b><b>Hydration<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Essential Minerals<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Cholesterol Reduction<\/b><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Hydration<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Your hydration status affects how thick your blood is. If you are dehydrated, it will be harder for your heart to pump blood. Research conducted at Montana State University showed that alkaline water hydrates about 17% better than plain water, and if you\u2019re dehydrated, alkaline water will rehydrate you faster.<\/p><p><b>Did you know?<\/b><b>\u00a0Heart attacks are killing firefighters.<\/b>\u00a0Heart attacks are the number one killer of firefighters when they\u2019re fighting fire. Why? Because firefighters get severely dehydrated when fighting fire, and that extreme dehydration kills more firefighters than the actual fires they\u2019re fighting! Alkaline water may be the answer that saves firefighters lives. A recent study on firefighters showed that alkaline water re-hydrated them fast after a simulated bout of firefighting. As a result, the researchers that conducted the study concluded that alkaline water may offer a novel approach for the prevention of dehydration-related heart attacks in on-duty firefighters.<\/p><p><b>Essential Minerals<\/b>\u00a0Do you know what the first thing a doctor in an emergency room will do if they have a heart attack victim? They will give them a shot that supplies a large amount of magnesium. The reason doctors depend on magnesium to help save a heart attack victim\u2019s life is that most people are deficient in magnesium, and that deficiency is a large part of the reason they actually had the heart attack!<\/p><p><b>Water<\/b><b>: The best source of mineral nutrients<\/b>\u00a0according to the World Health Organization, your body absorbs minerals like magnesium 30% faster and easier from water than it does from food! In fact, health experts at WHO recommend that you get 10 \u2013 20% of your daily needs for calcium and magnesium from the water you drink. Alkaline water gets it\u2019s alkalinity from calcium and magnesium hydroxides. Both are recognized by the FDA for their valuable contribution to human nutrition.<\/p><p><b>Cholesterol Reduction<\/b>\u00a0is perhaps the news for healthy hearts that drinking alkaline water can may help lower your cholesterol levels. Research shows that it may lower the levels of the most harmful cholesterols associated with heart trouble: Triglycerides and Very-Low Density Lipoproteins (V-LDL). \u00a0Both of these forms of cholesterol are associated with a much higher risk of heart trouble.<\/p><h2><b>The more alkaline the water, the greater the protective effect on the arteries<\/b><\/h2><p>That\u2019s the conclusion of the\u00a0largest ever study on drinking water for heart health. It\u2019s based on reviews of tens of thousands of case studies gathered over the course of decades. A healthy diet that includes alkaline water and regular exercise are the best way to keep your heart healthy, or to improve the health you\u2019ve got. The human body is an amazing healing machine, give it the right tools and it can take care of many health problems all on it\u2019s own. Alkaline water is one of those tools because as the body ages, it\u2019s ability to buffer acids and fight off harmful oxidation declines. Alkaline water can supply the needed alkalinity, and has the antioxidant potential to reduce the effects of harmful oxidation. Give your body what it needs, and your heart will love you for it.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><b><\/b><\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><b>References<\/b><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Ostojic, Sergej, and Marko Stonanovic. \u201c<i>Hydrogen-Rich Water Affected Blood Alkalinity in Physically Active Men<\/i>.\u201d . Research in Sports Medicine: An International Journal, 06 Jan 2014. Web. 20 Feb 2014. &lt;<a title=\"3 Reasons Your Heart will Love Alkaline Water\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Rylander, Ragnar, and Maurice Arnaud. \u201cMineral water intake reduces blood pressure<\/p><p>among subjects with low urinary magnesium and calcium levels.\u201d\u00a0<i>BMC Public Health<\/i>. BMC Public Health, 30 Nov 2004. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"3 Reasons Your Heart will Love Alkaline Water\" href=\"http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.biomedcentral.com\/1471-2458\/4\/56<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Lee, MY, YK Kim, and et al. \u201cElectrolyzed-reduced water protects against oxidative<\/p><p>damage to DNA, RNA, and protein.\u201d\u00a0<i>Springer Link<\/i>. Humana Press, 01 Nov 2006. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"3 Reasons Your Heart will Love Alkaline Water\" href=\"http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1385\/ABAB:135:2:133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1385\/ABAB:135:2:133<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Hiraoka, A, M Takemoto, and et al. \u201cStudies on the Properties and Real Existence of<\/p><p>Aqueous Solution Systems that are Assumed to Have Antioxidant Activities by the Action of \u201cActive Hydrogen.\u201d<i>Journal of Health Science<\/i>. Journal of Health Science, 09 Jun 2004. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;http:\/\/image.sciencenet.cn\/olddata\/kexue.com.cn\/upload\/blog\/file\/2009\/8\/200986121047259319.pdf&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"3 Reasons Your Heart will Love Alkaline Water\" href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Heil, P and Seifert, J. Influence of bottled water on rehydration following a dehydrating bout of<\/p><p>cycling exercise<b>.\u00a0<\/b>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition \u00a0<i>Springerlink<\/i>\u00a0July 2009.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf<\/b><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Heil, D. \u201cAcid-base balance and hydration status following consumption of<\/p><p>mineral-based alkaline bottled water..\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 13 Sep 2010. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a title=\"3 Reasons Your Heart will Love Alkaline Water\" href=\"http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29<\/a>&gt;<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Ong, Choon. \u201cMinerals from drinking-water: Bioavailability for various world populations and health implications.\u201d\u00a0<i>WHO | Water Sanitation Health<\/i>. World Health Organization, 17 Aug 2004. Web. 4 Jul 2013. &lt;http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutbioavailability\/en\/&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>World Health Organization, . \u201cNutrients in Drinking Water .\u201d\u00a0<i>WHO | Nutrients in drinking<\/i><\/p><p><i>water<\/i>. World Health Organization, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"3 Reasons Your Heart will Love Alkaline Water\" href=\"http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutrientsbegin.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutrientsbegin.pdf<\/a>&gt;<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Gumashta, J, R Gumashta, and et al. \u201cHard water and heart: the story revisited.\u201d\u00a0<i>IOSR<\/i><\/p><p><i>Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences<\/i>. IOSR Journal of Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"3 Reasons Your Heart will Love Alkaline Water\" href=\"http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/iosrjournals.org\/iosr-jpbs\/papers\/vol1-issue1\/B0110720.pdf<\/a>&gt;<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d5949e2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"d5949e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2231\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2231\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">5 Ways Alkaline Water is Better than Plain Water<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2231\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2231\"><h2><b>Alkaline Water does things that plain water doesn\u2019t<\/b><\/h2><p>Alkaline water from a water ionizer is different. It tastes better than plain water, and as documented in over 40 studies, it has\u00a0potential benefits for your health\u00a0that plain water doesn\u2019t. Stars like Beyonce swear by it for hydration, better health, and even to combat the effects of aging. Here are five ways that alkaline water is better than plain water, along with the studies that prove it.<\/p><div id=\"attachment_10078\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><h2><b>1 Detoxification<\/b><\/h2><p>Alkaline water helps you detoxify in two ways that plain water doesn\u2019t.<\/p><p><b>Bodily Detoxification<\/b>: \u00a0It raises the pH of your urine, which improves the function in your kidneys (called renal clearance) for removing heavy metals and fluoride. Clinical research on new alkaline water drinkers showed that after they started drinking alkaline water, they purged 10 different heavy metals from their bodies. Studies from Sweden demonstrated that women who drank alkaline water had significantly lower levels of mercury in their bodies, compared to women that drank acidic water.<\/p><p><b>Detoxification of Food<\/b>: Alkaline water neutralizes the acidic pesticide residue that is found on virtually all fruit and produce \u2013 plain water does not neutralize acidic pesticide residue. To detoxify your food, simply soak it in alkaline water for about 20 minutes. You will be amazed at how dirty the water gets in that time! Compare that to what happens if you put the same type of food in plain water, the color of the water won\u2019t change much, if at all.<\/p><p><b>Bottom Line<\/b>: Alkaline water has been shown to help detoxify the body of heavy metals and to detoxify food from acidic pesticide residues. Plain water doesn\u2019t<\/p><h2><b>2 Bone Health<\/b><\/h2><p>Drinking alkaline water\u00a0lowers two enzyme markers of bone loss. Plain water has no effect<\/p><p>Doctors measure those two enzymes to determine how fast you\u2019re losing bone. The higher the levels of those enzyme markers in your blood, the faster you\u2019re losing bone. Alkaline water has been shown to lower levels of both markers, regardless of your age, gender, or diet. One study compared the effect of drinking alkaline water on bone loss enzyme markers to the effect of drinking plain water. Alkaline water lowered the levels of bone loss enzymes in the study test subjects. Plain water had no effect on bone loss marker enzymes.<\/p><p><b>Bottom Line<\/b>: Alkaline water lowers enzyme markers of bone loss, which if sustained over the long term leads to better bone health. Plain water does not reduce markers of bone loss, and has no effect on bone health.<\/p><h2><b>3 pH Balance<\/b><\/h2><p>Alkaline water can raise the pH of blood and urine. Plain water does not affect blood or urine pH<\/p><p>Metabolic acidosis is a temporary condition where the pH level of the blood drops below the healthy pH range for blood (pH of 7.35 \u2013 7.45). A recent clinical study compared the effect of drinking alkaline water to the effect of drinking plain water on two types of metabolic acidosis:<\/p><ul><li><b>Fasting \u00a0Acidosis<\/b>: Occurs when fasting, typically by about 12 hours after your last meal<\/li><li><b>Exercise-Induced Acidosis<\/b>: Happens when you exercise, as lactic acid from the muscles builds up in the body<\/li><\/ul><p><b>Fasting Acidosis<\/b>: Alkaline water was counteract fasting acidosis by increasing blood pH by 40% within the healthy pH range for blood..<\/p><p><b>Exercise-induced acidosis<\/b>: The news for athletes is even better: Alkaline water raised blood pH by 70% within the healthy pH range for blood.<\/p><p>Another study on cyclists evaluated the effect of drinking alkaline water compared to plain water on blood and urine pH under conditions of exercise-induced acidosis. That study also found that drinking alkaline water raised blood and urine pH, and that drinking plain water had no effect on blood or urine pH.<\/p><p><b>Bottom Line<\/b>: Drinking alkaline water can raise your blood and urine pH if you\u2019re body is in a state of metabolic acidosis. Drinking plain water has no effect on blood or urine pH in conditions of metabolic acidosis.<\/p><h2><b>4 Hydration<\/b><\/h2><p>Clinical testing shows that alkaline water hydrates and rehydrates you better and faster than plain water. The CDC estimates that about 3 out of 4 Americans suffer from chronic dehydration \u2013 they need to drink more water, and to drink the right kind of water.<\/p><p><b>You may be suffering \u00a0from chronic dehydration if you have these symptoms:<\/b><\/p><ul><li>Headaches<\/li><li>Dry skin and Lips<\/li><li>Constipation<\/li><li>3 O\u2019Clock energy crash<\/li><li>Lack of energy and depression<\/li><\/ul><p>Clinical testing on cyclists showed that alkaline water hydrated 17% better than plain water, and it rehydrated those cyclists faster than plain water. The study also showed that the cyclists perceived physical exertion was reduced. This means, it felt like it took less effort to do the same amount of exercise! If you get tired easy, alkaline water may be able to give you a much needed boost.<\/p><h2><b>5 Alkaline Water + Gatorade = The Ultimate Sports Drink<\/b><\/h2><p>Alkaline water on it\u2019s own is a better choice for athletes than plain water.\u00a0Mix it with Gatorade powder, or some other electrolyte drink mix, and alkaline water becomes even better. In fact, this is my favorite use for alkaline water. I\u2019m an avid cyclist and I\u2019ve experienced the incredible burst of endurance that you get when you mix alkaline water with an electrolyte. Plain water doesn\u2019t pack the same kind of punch.<\/p><p>In clinical testing, alkaline water plus gatorade was shown to provide superior re-hydration, and endurance compared to plain water with electrolytes. Blood testing done in this study showed that alkaline water plus Gatorade also provided a stronger alkaline buffer in the bloodstream than plain water and Gatorade did.<\/p><h2><b>The Facts are clear, alkaline water has benefits plain water doesn\u2019t<\/b><\/h2><p>There\u2019s a lot to be said for drinking the right kind of water. Alkaline water made by a water ionizer has healthy properties that plain water doesn\u2019t:<\/p><ul><li>Acid-fighting alkalinity<\/li><li>Antioxidant Potential<\/li><li>Great source of essential minerals<\/li><li>Superior hydration<\/li><li>Better taste<\/li><\/ul><p>Whether you\u2019re fighting to reverse health problems, a fitness enthusiast like I am, or a chef looking to prepare great tasting healthy food, a water ionizer makes the kind of water you need to reach your goals \u2013 ionized alkaline water.<\/p><p><b>References<\/b><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Ostojic, Sergej, and Marko Stonanovic. \u201c<i>Hydrogen-Rich Water Affected Blood Alkalinity in Physically Active Men<\/i>.\u201d . Research in Sports Medicine: An International Journal, 06 Jan 2014. 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Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"5 Ways Alkaline Water is Better than Plain Water\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Hanaoka, Kokichi. \u201cAntioxidant effects of reduced water produced by electrolysis of sodium chloride solutions.\u201d\u00a0<i>Springer Link<\/i>. Journal of Applied Electrochemistry, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"5 Ways Alkaline Water is Better than Plain Water\" href=\"http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Holsworth, R, , and et al. \u201cEffect of Hydration on Whole Blood Viscosity in Firefighters.\u201d\u00a0<i>NCBI<\/i>. PubMed, Aug, 2013. Web. 27 Dec 2013. &lt;<a title=\"5 Ways Alkaline Water is Better than Plain Water\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Armstrong, Lawrence E. Matthew S Ganio. and et al. \u201cMild Dehydration Affects Mood in Healthy Young Women.\u201d . The Journal of Nutriton, 21 Dec. 2011. Web. 18 July 2014. &lt;<a title=\"5 Ways Alkaline Water is Better than Plain Water\" href=\"http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/142\/2\/382.full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/142\/2\/382.full<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b55e1f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"b55e1f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1901\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1901\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">5 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism Now<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1901\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1901\"><h2>5 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism Now &amp; The Benefits of Alkaline Water<\/h2><p>Boosting your metabolism is the best way to burn fat, and it\u2019s amazingly simple to do! Eat the right foods, and\u00a0drink the right water\u00a0and you can optimize the rate your body burns fat. Why is drinking the right kind of water so important? Hydration. Alkaline water is key to switching your fat-burning metabolism into high gear because it provides the best-possible hydration. You MUST keep your body hydrated properly at all times if you are going to boost your metabolism because as little as 1% dehydration will slow your metabolism down. Keeping your hydration level up will give you a noticeable increase in energy, which you will notice most at about 3 O\u2019Clock in the afternoon. Why 3 O\u2019Clock? Because that\u2019s when dehydrated bodies normally \u201ccrash\u201d after lunch. With alkaline water super hydration, you will avert that 3 O\u2019Clock crash that sabotages your weight loss efforts by shutting down your metabolism at the time you need it most to burn off those lunch calories.<\/p><div id=\"attachment_8242\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><h2><b>5 Things that can Boost Your Metabolism<\/b><\/h2><p>Everyone\u2019s metabolism is different, but everybody\u2019s metabolism will respond to these factors:<\/p><ul><li><b><\/b><b>Hydration<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Nutrition<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Thermogenic Foods<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Exercise<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Rest<\/b><\/li><\/ul><h2>1 Hydration<\/h2><p>Your body needs water to burn fuel, and to do practically everything else! If you become dehydrated, your brain will begin reducing water levels in some parts of your body to ensure that it gets enough water for itself (your brain has priority over all other parts of your body when it comes to water.) The first parts of your body to lose water are your skin and muscles, followed by your organs.<\/p><p>Alkaline water has been shown in multiple studies to\u00a0hydrate better than plain water, and that matters if you\u2019re going to boost your metabolism \u2013 you\u2019re going to need that extra hydration. The most critical time for boosting your metabolism is the hours\u00a0<i>after<\/i>\u00a0you finish exercising \u2013 called\u00a0<i>The Afterburn<\/i>. Drinking alkaline water enables your body to rehydrate faster and more thoroughly after exercise. Your body can continue to burn extra calories for up to 38 hours after a workout \u2013 if it\u2019s properly hydrated. If you don\u2019t properly rehydrate after exercise, your body will slow down your metabolism, and the Afterburn effect will be lost.<\/p><h2>2 Nutrition<\/h2><p>One sure way to wreck your metabolism is to starve yourself \u2013 so don\u2019t. Starving yourself releases cortisol \u2013 a stress hormone \u2013 which will cause your body to gain or retain fat, and slow down your metabolism.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re going to cut calories, set your sites a lot lower, try reducing your intake by just 100 calories per day. It will be much easier for you to stick to a small reduction, and your body won\u2019t fight you by releasing cortisol.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re going to do a lot of physical activity (recommended) then you may actually need to increase your calorie consumption. For example, I burn about 2,000 calories per day riding my bike to work here at . 2,000 calories are the recommended dietary intake for adults, but if I restricted myself to it, I\u2019d burn all my energy going to and from work, and have nothing left for the rest of the day! As a result, my caloric intake is closer to 4,000 calories per day \u2013 twice the recommended dietary intake!<\/p><h2>3 Thermogenic Foods<\/h2><p>\u2013 Help ramp up the metabolism through a process called\u00a0<i>thermogenesis<\/i>: A process where the body burns calories to convert the thermogenic food into energy! Foods that are thermogenic include:<\/p><ul><li><b>Proteins<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 More thermogenic than carbs or fat<\/li><li><b>Peppers<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Capsaicin in peppers enhances thermogenesis<\/li><li><b>Ice-cold water\u00a0<\/b>\u2013 Your body burns calories heating it up<\/li><li><b>Green Tea<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Contains 2 substances that enhance thermogenesis<\/li><li><b>Coffee<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Caffeine is a natural stimulant, just don\u2019t overdo it!<\/li><li><b>Coconut Oil<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Inhibits fat deposition through increased thermogenesis<\/li><\/ul><p><b>Protein<\/b>\u00a0takes more energy to to break down than carbs and fat do, \u00a0so your body naturally burns more energy when you consume protein-rich foods.<\/p><p><b>Peppers<\/b>\u00a0have capsaicin, which boosts your metabolism when it is metabolised. A great way to add capsaicin to your diet it to add a pinch of it to a glass of lemon juice and alkaline water. Drink it first thing in the morning to jumpstart your metabolism and enhance\u00a0<i>peristalsis<\/i>\u00a0\u2013 the movement of foods and wastes through your intestines.<\/p><p><b>Ice-cold water<\/b>\u00a0burns energy because your body has to heat it up to body temperature. A great way to make your alkaline water ice-cold is to make ice cubes with it. Then you can drop a few in your glass, and drink your water ice cold, straight from the ionizer, when it\u2019s antioxidant potential is highest.<\/p><p><b>Green Tea<\/b>\u00a0contains caffeine, and it\u2019s a natural antioxidant. Make your green tea with alkaline water, because it\u00a0increases the antioxidant benefit of tea. Alkaline water makes tea smoother and more aromatic as well.<\/p><p><b>Coffee<\/b>\u00a0as well as boosting your metabolism, is also an antioxidant. Just like tea, making your coffee with alkaline water increases it\u2019s antioxidant benefit. And just like tea, alkaline water makes better tasting coffee.<\/p><p><b>Coconut Oil<\/b>\u00a0is rich in medium-chain fatty acids, which have been shown to increase thermogenesis and fat burning. Try switching oils you regularly use with coconut oil to give your meals an added thermogenic boost.<\/p><h2>4 Exercise<\/h2><p><b><\/b>To get the most out of exercise, you must stay hydrated and keep your electrolyte levels up. Alkaline water excels at both. On it\u2019s own, alkaline water hydrates better and faster than regular water. Combined with a powdered electrolyte like Gatorade, alkaline water becomes an amazing sports drink that enables you to exercise at higher intensity, and for longer periods. This is important for raising your metabolism, because the more intense your workout, the more of an impact it has on your metabolism.<\/p><p><b>High intensity interval training\u00a0<\/b>is best, but don\u2019t let that stop you if your body isn\u2019t in condition for it.<\/p><p><b>Pump some iron<\/b>, if you are dieting, because strength training helps you avoid losing muscle mass when you diet. Contrary to popular belief, muscle mass doesn\u2019t burn significantly more calories at rest, but it\u2019s still a good idea to maintain your muscle mass while dieting.<\/p><p><b>Cardio\u00a0<\/b>burns calories while exercising, and even up to 12 hours after exercising! A 45 minute bike ride can raise your metabolic rate for up to 12 hours afterward.\u00a0<\/p><h2>5 Get Some Sleep<\/h2><p><b><\/b>The last thing that you should do to raise your metabolism is make sure you get enough rest. Not getting enough sleep will slow your metabolism way down. If you have a hard time getting sleep, try to work out more frequently, and with higher intensity. That will help tire your body out so you can sleep.<\/p><p><b>Don\u2019t forget the alkaline water!<\/b>\u00a0A glass of water an hour before bed can prevent a heart attack or stroke. Proper hydration is just as important when you sleep as anytime else.<\/p><h2><b>A water ionizer is your best choice for healthy hydration<\/b><\/h2><p>The best way to make alkaline water is with a water ionizer because ionized alkaline mineral \u00a0water has the highest antioxidant potential. You need the antioxidant benefit of ionized alkaline mineral water because it helps neutralize harmful Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) \u2013 metabolic byproducts that can damage DNA and tissues. And you\u2019ll be generating higher levels of ROS when you raise your metabolism, because ROS is a byproduct of metabolism.<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><b>References<\/b><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Livestrong\u00a0<i>Thermogenic Foods List<\/i>\u00a0<a title=\"5 Ways Alkaline Water is Better than Plain Water\" href=\"http:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/198798-thermogenic-foods-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/198798-thermogenic-foods-list\/<\/a><\/p><p>Ostojic, S.M. \u201cAl.\u00a0<i>Drinks with alkaline negative oxidative reduction potential improve exercise<\/i><\/p><p><i>performance in physically active men and women: double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, cross-over trial of efficacy and safety<\/i>..\u201d\u00a0<i>Serbian Journal of Sports Sciences<\/i>. 5.3 (2011): 83-89. http:\/\/www.sjss-sportsacademy.edu.rs\/archive\/details\/drinks-with-alkaline-negative-oxidative-reduction-potential-improve-exercise-performance-in-physically-active-men-and-women-double-blind-randomized-placebo-controlled-cross-over-trial-of-efficacy-and-safety-223.html<\/p><p>Lee, MY, YK Kim, and et al. \u201cElectrolyzed-reduced water protects against oxidative\u00a0 damage to DNA, RNA, and protein.\u201d\u00a0<i>Springer Link<\/i>. Humana Press, 01 Nov 2006. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"5 Ways Alkaline Water is Better than Plain Water\" href=\"http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1385\/ABAB:135:2:133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1385\/ABAB:135:2:133<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Heil, P and Seifert, J. Influence of bottled water on rehydration following a dehydrating bout of cycling exercise<b>.\u00a0<\/b>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition \u00a0<i>Springerlink<\/i>\u00a0July 2009.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0<b>http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf<\/b><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Yoshichika, Kitagawa, Liu Chengwei , and Ding Xiaodong. \u201cThe influence of natural mineral water on aquaporin water permeability and human natural killer cell activity.\u201d\u00a0<i>Science Direct<\/i>. Science Direct, 27 May 2011. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"5 Ways Alkaline Water is Better than Plain Water\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0006291X11007005\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0006291X11007005<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Hanaoka, Kokichi, Sun Dongxu, and et al. \u201cThe mechanism of the enhanced antioxidant effects against superoxide anion radicals of reduced water produced by electrolysis.\u201d\u00a0<i>Science Direct<\/i>. Science Direct, 01 Jan 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"5 Ways Alkaline Water is Better than Plain Water\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Hanaoka, Kokichi. \u201cAntioxidant effects of reduced water produced by electrolysis of sodium chloride solutions.\u201d\u00a0<i>Springer Link<\/i>. Journal of Applied Electrochemistry, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"5 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism Now\" href=\"http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701<\/a>&gt;.<strong>Holsworth, R, , and et al. \u201cEffect of Hydration on Whole Blood Viscosity in Firefighters.\u201d\u00a0<i>NCBI<\/i>. PubMed, Aug, 2013. Web. 27 Dec 2013. &lt;<a title=\"5 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism Now\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23981371<\/a>&gt;.<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d7d536c elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"d7d536c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2261\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2261\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Potential Benefits of Alkaline Water for Hair Loss<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2261\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2261\"><p>Recent research on the causes of hair loss reveals that oxidative stress from Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) is a major factor in hair loss and male pattern baldness. Oxidative stress is aggravated by poor diet, stress, high testosterone levels, and some medications. Thankfully, there is hope: Ionized alkaline water with high negative\u00a0Oxidation Reduction Potential\u00a0(ORP) has been shown to lower levels of oxidative stress. It has the potential to neutralize the harmful ROS that attacks hair follicles. In addition to alkaline water, antioxidant superfoods like blueberries and many purple foods are also capable of reducing oxidative stress. Research on alkaline water for hair loss is ongoing. But if you\u2019re losing your hair now you may not want to wait for those studies to be finished!<\/p><div id=\"attachment_8070\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><h2><b>Hair loss factors you can control<\/b><\/h2><p>Hair loss is primarily caused by genetics, but there are some hair loss factors that are in your control:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Smoking \u2013 If you smoke, quit<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>UV Radiation from the sun<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Oxidative Damage from ROS<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Smoking<\/b>\u00a0causes premature greying and hair loss. Cigarette smoke increases oxidative damage. It results in damage to DNA and inflammation in the tissues surrounding the hair follicle.<\/p><p><b>UV Radiation<\/b>\u00a0causes premature greying and hair loss by increasing the production of free radicals and other Reactive Oxygen Species in the scalp. Research also suggests that UV Radiation also slows hair growth.<\/p><p><b>Oxidative damage<\/b>\u00a0increases as we age. At the same time, our body\u2019s antioxidant defenses decline. Large studies have shown that choosing a healthy lifestyle significantly reduces the build-up of harmful oxidants that cause hair loss and other health issues.<\/p><h2><b>Alkaline water Reduces Oxidation from Reactive Oxygen Species<\/b><\/h2><p>Along with a healthy alkaline diet, drinking\u00a0alkaline water also has the potential to reduce harmful Reactive Oxygen Species. Lab studies have shown that alkaline water reduces hydrogen peroxide \u2013 a ROS \u2013 into water and hydrogen. Studies on rats have shown that alkaline water significantly reduced levels of ROS in rats that had high levels of ROS in their livers from alcohol. The reduction was so significant, that researchers speculated that alkaline water may be a hangover cure.<\/p><h2><b>Alkaline water for drinking, Acidic water for a rinse<\/b><\/h2><p>Drinking alkaline water to Reduce harmful oxidation has potential benefits for your hair. But when rinsing your hair you actually want to use acidic water. Inside the body, the ideal healthy environment is slightly alkaline, the blood has a healthy pH range of 7.35 \u2013 7.45. But outside the body, the proper pH of hair and skin is actually acidic! Your hair and skin have a healthy pH range of between 3 \u2013 3.5. Your skin\u2019s\u00a0<i>acid-mantle<\/i>\u00a0is your first defense against infection. The acidity of your skin destroys harmful organisms by oxidizing them \u2013 it works the same way oxidation destroys your hair! For this reason, the ideal rinse for your hair and skin are acidic.<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><b>References<\/b><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Tsai, Chia-Fang, Yu-Wen Hsu, and et al. \u201cHepatoprotective effect of electrolyzed<\/p><p>reduced water against carbon tetrachloride-induced liver damage in mice.\u201d\u00a0<i>Sciencedirect<\/i>. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 01 Aug 2009. Web. 7 Nov 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0278691509002464\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0278691509002464<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Tr\u00fceb, Ralph. \u201cOxidative Stress in Ageing of Hair.\u201d\u00a0<i>National Center for Biotechnology<\/i><\/p><p><i>Information<\/i>. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 29 June 5. Web. 5 Dec. 2014. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2929555\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2929555\/<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Hanaoka, Kokichi, Sun Dongxu, and et al. \u201cThe mechanism of the enhanced antioxidant<\/p><p>effects against superoxide anion radicals of reduced water produced by electrolysis.\u201d\u00a0<i>Science Direct<\/i>. Science Direct, 01 Jan 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0301462203002497<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Hanaoka, Kokichi. \u201cAntioxidant effects of reduced water produced by electrolysis of<\/p><p>sodium chloride solutions.\u201d\u00a0<i>Springer Link<\/i>. Journal of Applied Electrochemistry, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6fe64f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"6fe64f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1171\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1171\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1171\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1171\"><h2>Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones by Life Water Ionizers<\/h2><p>If you are at-risk for forming calcium oxalate, cystine, or uric acid kidney stones, relief may be just a glass of ionized alkaline water away. According to Doctors Lynda Frassetto and Ingrid Kohlstadt in an article for\u00a0<i>American Family Physician<\/i>, changing to an alkaline diet and drinking alkaline mineral water can raise urine pH, which may prevent kidney stones from forming that result from an overly acidic body pH balance.<\/p><div id=\"attachment_8269\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><h2><b>The Type of Kidney Stones you Form Determines if Alkalinity can Help you<\/b><\/h2><p>Kidney stones can form due to an overly acidic or overly alkaline urine pH, it\u2019s important to know which kind of kidney stones you\u2019re forming:<\/p><p><b>Kidney stone types<\/b><\/p><ul><li>Calcium oxalate, cystine, uric acid<\/li><li>Calcium phosphate and struvite<\/li><\/ul><p>If you have\u00a0<b>Calcium oxalate, cystine, uric acid\u00a0<\/b><b>stones<\/b>, alkaline water, and diet may be able to help you.\u00a0Learn More<\/p><p>If you have\u00a0<b>Calcium phosphate and struvite stones<\/b>, alkaline water will not help.<\/p><p><strong>Note:<\/strong>\u00a0Doctors treat calcium phosphate and struvite stones by acidifying the urine, which is something you should not attempt yourself.<\/p><h2><b>How Kidney Stones are Caused by Acidic Body Conditions<br \/><\/b><\/h2><p><b>Short-term risks<\/b>: People who suffer from chronic, low-grade metabolic acidosis have the highest risk of stone formation because their bodies can\u2019t discharge acidity fast enough. Chronic metabolic acidosis happens to people whose bodies can\u2019t handle acidity well. \u00a0The main acid-discharge systems in the body are the lungs and kidneys. Normally, the lungs expel acidity in the form of CO2, the kidneys expel it in the form of uric acid. When either or both kidney function or lung function is compromised, then the body has to use the calcium stored in the bones to neutralize the acidity it can\u2019t expel. When that happens, calcium is taken from the bones by the bloodstream, where it neutralizes acidic wastes in the blood. After the calcium has been used, the body tries to discharge it in the urine. Unfortunately, the calcium can build up, just like hard water deposits on a faucet. Kidney stones are the result of that built up calcium.<\/p><p><b>Long term risks<\/b>: If chronic metabolic acidosis is left untreated, it is likely to cause you to develop metabolic syndrome: A condition doctors call \u201ca constellation of physiological screwups\u201d<\/p><p><b>If you have 3 of these 5 symptoms, you have Metabolic Syndrome:<\/b><\/p><ul><li><b><\/b><b>High blood sugar<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Obesity<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>High Cholesterol Levels<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Low Urine pH<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Kidney Stones<\/b><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Urgent<\/b>: If you think you have metabolic syndrome, see your doctor right away! It\u2019s a treatable condition. You can use an alkaline diet and alkaline water in conjunction with your doctor\u2019s treatment regimen.<\/p><p><b>Amazing but true!<\/b>\u00a0The difference in urine pH between a healthy body and a person with all 5 symptoms of metabolic syndrome \u2013 including kidney stones \u2013 is just .5 of a pH! A half of a pH may not sound like much, but it is actually a\u00a0<b>BIG<\/b>\u00a0change: Because the pH scale is logarithmic, A drop of a half of a pH is a \u00a0<b>five-times increase\u00a0<\/b>in body acidity!<\/p><h2><b>Why alkaline diet and water can help<\/b><\/h2><p>If your body can\u2019t handle acidity, alkaline water and diet will help you by lowering the amount of acidity your body must handle. The foods in an alkaline diet and alkaline water are both\u00a0<i>alkaline-forming<\/i>: Things that are alkaline forming leave behind alkaline substances after they are metabolized in the body. For example, lemon juice is alkaline forming, because even though it\u2019s acidic when you drink it, the residues it leaves behind in your body are alkaline. So lemon juice ends up forming alkaline residues in the body after it\u2019s metabolized.<\/p><p>Ionized alkaline water has hydrated minerals \u2013 mostly calcium and magnesium \u2013 in it. When you drink it, your body uses the water to hydrate your cells. The calcium and magnesium hydrates are then contributed to your body\u2019s supply of calcium and magnesium, which it can use to build bones or neutralize acidity.<\/p><p><b>Did you know?<\/b>\u00a0The World Health Organization recommends that you get 10 \u2013 20% of your daily needs for alkaline minerals from the water you drink. Alkaline water is the best source of these minerals because your body absorbs them 30% faster and easier from alkaline water than it does from food.<\/p><h2><b>How to start an alkaline diet<\/b><\/h2><p>Changing your diet is a big step, it\u2019s easier if you get some help. To make it easier for you to succeed at becoming alkaline, we\u2019re created a special resource on alkaline living called The Alkaline Lifestyle. If you\u2019re interested, just follow the link to sign up.<\/p><p><b>What you get<\/b>: When you sign up for The Alkaline Lifestyle you get:<\/p><ul><li><b>Alkaline science<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Explains how your alkaline lifestyle helps you<\/li><li><b>Alkaline lifestyle articles<\/b>\u00a0\u2013 Practical tips and know-how you can use every day<\/li><li><b>Recipes<\/b>: Hundreds of original and easy to prepare delicious recipes<\/li><\/ul><p><b>How a Water Ionizer Improves your Alkaline Diet<\/b><\/p><p>A water ionizer does a lot more for you than just make drinking water. You also use the alkaline water from an ionizer to cook with, and to alkalize acidic beverages. In fact, alkaline water increases the antioxidant benefits of both coffee and tea!<\/p><p>Another important function of alkaline water is detoxifying produce. Alkaline water neutralizes acidic pesticide and herbicide residues \u2013 plain water doesn\u2019t. You simply soak your produce for about 20 minutes, you will be amazed at how dirty the water gets! All that \u201cgunk\u201d you see the alkaline water soaking off of your food is toxic residue.<\/p><p><b>Benefits of a water ionizer for alkaline lifestyles<\/b><\/p><ul><li><b><\/b><b>Raise pH of foods you prepare to healthy alkaline pH levels<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Make better tasting coffee\/tea with increased antioxidant benefits<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Detoxify your produce<\/b><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><b>Drinking alkaline water supplies beneficial alkalinity<\/b><\/li><\/ul><h2><b>How alkaline water helps stop kidney stones<\/b><\/h2><p>Alkaline water has benefits that plain water doesn\u2019t, especially if you suffer from metabolic acidosis and metabolic syndrome. Drinking alkaline water lowers important biological markers of bone loss. Reducing bone loss is essential if you want to stop forming kidney stones, because your kidney stones are made out of the calcium that you are losing from your bones!<strong><br \/><\/strong><\/p><p><b>References<\/b><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Frassetto, Lynda, and Ingrid Kohlstadt. \u201cTreatment and Prevention of Kidney Stones:<\/p><p>An Update.\u201d\u00a0<i>\u2013 American Family Physician<\/i>. American Association of Family Physicians, 1 Dec. 2011. Web. 20 Jan. 2015. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones\" href=\"http:\/\/www.aafp.org\/afp\/2011\/1201\/p1234.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.aafp.org\/afp\/2011\/1201\/p1234.html<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Ostojic, Sergej, and Marko Stonanovic. \u201c<i>Hydrogen-Rich Water Affected Blood Alkalinity<\/i><\/p><p><i>in Physically Active Men<\/i>.\u201d . Research in Sports Medicine: An International Journal, 06 Jan 2014. Web. 20 Feb 2014. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/15438627.2013.852092<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Wynn, E, MA Krieg, JM Aeschlimann, and P Burckhardt. \u201cAlkaline mineral water lowers<\/p><p>bone resorption even in calcium sufficiency: alkaline mineral water and bone metabolism.\u201d\u00a0<i>Bone<\/i>. Elsevier, 27 Oct 2008. Web. 1 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thebonejournal.com\/article\/S8756-3282(08)00781-3\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Burckhardt, Peter. \u201cThe Effect of the Alkali Load of Mineral Water on Bone Metabolism.\u201d<\/p><p><i>The Journal of Nutrition<\/i>. American Society for Nutrition, n.d. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones\" href=\"http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/138\/2\/435S.long<\/a>&gt;<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Abraham, Guy, and Jorge Flebas. \u201cThe effect of daily consumption of 2 liters of<\/p><p>electrolyzed water for 2 months on body composition and several physiological parameters in four obese subjects: a preliminary report.\u201d\u00a0<i>Highbeam Research<\/i>. Original Internist, 01 Sep 2011. Web. 2 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones\" href=\"http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.highbeam.com\/doc\/1G1-269433201.html<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Ornish, Dean, Jue Lin, and et al. \u201cIncreased telomerase activity and comprehensive lifestyle changes: a pilot study.\u201d\u00a0<i>ProQuest<\/i>. Lancet Oncology, [November, 2008] \u00a0Vol 9 No. 11. Web. 5 Nov 2013.\u00a0<a title=\"Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanonc\/article\/PIIS1470-2045(08)70234-1\/fulltext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanonc\/article\/PIIS1470-2045(08)70234-1\/fulltext<\/a><\/p><p>Ornish, Dean, Jue Lin, and et al. \u201cEffect of comprehensive lifestyle changes on telomerase activity and telomere length in men with biopsy-proven low-risk prostate cancer: 5-year follow-up of a descriptive pilot study\u201d\u00a0<i>Lancet<\/i>. Lancet Oncology, 01 Oct 2013. Web. 5 Nov 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanonc\/article\/PIIS1470-2045(13)70366-8\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanonc\/article\/PIIS1470-2045(13)70366-8\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><p>Ong, Choon. \u201cMinerals from drinking-water: Bioavailability for various world populations and health implications.\u201d\u00a0<i>WHO | Water Sanitation Health<\/i>. World Health Organization, 17 Aug 2004. Web. 4 Jul 2013. &lt;http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutbioavailability\/en\/&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>World Health Organization, . \u201cNutrients in Drinking Water .\u201d\u00a0<i>WHO | Nutrients in drinking water<\/i>. World Health Organization, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones\" href=\"http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutrientsbegin.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.who.int\/water_sanitation_health\/dwq\/nutrientsbegin.pdf<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Hanaoka, Kokichi. \u201cAntioxidant effects of reduced water produced by electrolysis of sodium chloride solutions.\u201d\u00a0<i>Springer Link<\/i>. Journal of Applied Electrochemistry, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a title=\"Alkaline Water and Diet for Kidney Stones\" href=\"http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1023\/A:1013825009701<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-462a064 elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"462a064\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-7351\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-7351\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Depressed or Dehydrated? What your body is telling you<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-7351\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-7351\"><p><b>Is this you?<\/b>\u00a0You\u2019ve felt down for quite some time now, and it may feel like nothing can help. Even good days, and things that normally make you feel good don\u2019t seem to be able to help you \u201csnap out of it.\u201d Is this the moment when you\u2019re feeling weak, that you \u201creach for something strong\u201d such as a pill? There may be something even stronger you should reach for \u2013 a glass of ionized alkaline water. Recent groundbreaking research reveals that some people who suffer from depression\u00a0<i>and headaches<\/i>\u00a0may actually suffer from something else \u2013\u00a0dehydration.<\/p><div id=\"attachment_7416\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><h2><b>Journal of Nutrition: Mild dehydration affects mood<\/b><\/h2><p>According to a study published in\u00a0<i>The Journal of Nutrition\u00a0<\/i>titled:\u00a0<i>Mild Dehydration Affects Mood in Healthy Young Women<\/i>\u00a0losing just 1.36% of your body weight in water caused degraded mood, increased the perception of task difficulty, lower concentration, and headache symptoms in all of the 25 young women that participated in the study. It has long been known that severe dehydration results in confusion and delirium, but this is the first study that shows that even mild dehydration \u2013 which is less than 2% total water loss \u2013 results in significant changes in mood and\u00a0<i>cognitive performance<\/i>\u00a0\u2013 the ability to solve problems, concentrate, and do other menial tasks. What was also surprising about this study is that it showed that headaches can also be caused by mild dehydration.<\/p><h2><b>Are you dehydrated? 6 signs that you should watch for<\/b><\/h2><p><b>Did you know?<\/b>\u00a0A\u00a0study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control\u00a0estimates that as many as 3 out of 4 Americans suffer from chronic dehydration. Chances are that \u2013 even as you read this article.\u00a0<b>you are dehydrated<\/b>. So take a break, get up, and go get yourself a glass of water before reading any further. Go ahead, this can wait.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><b>Now, with water in hand, here are the 6 signs of dehydration you should watch for<\/b><\/p><ul><li>Dry Skin<\/li><li>Low Energy Levels<\/li><li>Headaches<\/li><li>Constipation<\/li><li>Difficulty concentrating<\/li><li>Dry Lips<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p><b><br \/>Notice how thirst isn\u2019t in that list<\/b>. That\u2019s because thirst may not be a reliable indicator of dehydration if you\u2019re chronically dehydrated.<\/p><h2><b>Check your hydration status with the pinch test<\/b><\/h2><p>Here\u2019s a simple test you can do right now to see if you\u2019re dehydrated called \u201cThe Pinch Test.\u201d Put one hand flat onto the table, palm facing down. Now pinch the skin together about one inch behind any knuckle on your hand. That skin should snap back into place in less than a second after you release it. If it took longer than a second, or didn\u2019t snap back at all, you are dehydrated.<\/p><h2><b>How much water should you drink for proper hydration?<\/b><\/h2><p>A general rule of thumb is to drink eight, 8-ounce glasses of water per day, more if you exercise or are in a hot environment. But drinking enough water is only half of the solution to dehydration: You also need to know when to drink water:<\/p><ul><li>When you wake up \u2013 Your body loses a lot of water when you sleep<\/li><li>Half hour before meals \u2013 Helps clear your stomach and intestines<\/li><li>Hour after meals \u2013 Your body uses a lot of water digesting food<\/li><li>One hour before bed \u2013 This glass of water may save your life!<\/li><\/ul><p><b>When you wake up<\/b>\u00a0Your body lost a significant amount of water as you slept, so you need to replace it. This eye-opener glass of water also fights constipation because a glass of water when you wake up triggers peristalsis \u2013 the movement of food and wastes through your intestines.<\/p><p><b>Half hour before meals<\/b>\u00a0This glass of water can also help you lose weight. Drinking a glass of water a half hour before a meal is a proven method of reducing your appetite. Just remember to stop eating when you feel almost full.<\/p><p><b>Hour after meals<\/b>\u00a0Do you suffer from the 3 O\u2019clock crash? If so, your body is trying to tell you something \u2013 you\u2019re dehydrated! Digestion consumes a lot of water, if you let it dehydrate you, your energy levels will fall.<\/p><p><b>One hour before bed<\/b>\u00a0\u00a0A glass of water, one hour before bed can prevent a heart attack or stroke. Dehydration causes your blood to become thicker, which makes it harder for your heart to pump it. In fact, the majority of the fatal heart attacks and strokes that kill people while they sleep occur in the 3 \u2013 4 hour period before they wake up. Drinking a glass of water an hour before bed makes sure your body has enough water to make it through the night.<\/p><h2><b>Do coffee and tea dehydrate you?<\/b><\/h2><p>The surprising answer is no, but they do act as diuretics \u2013 they make you have to go to the bathroom more frequently. So for that reason, coffee and tea may not be the best choice for hydration. Alcohol definitely dehydrates you, and that dehydration is also a factor if you end up with a hangover. According to The Harvard School of Public Health, the best choice for hydration is water.<\/p><h2><b>Alkaline water hydrates 17% better than plain water: Study<\/b><\/h2><p>The\u00a0best water for hydration\u00a0is\u00a0<i>mineral-hydrate rich<\/i>\u00a0alkaline water \u2013 the kind made by a water ionizer. The hydrating ability of mineral hydrate rich alkaline water was demonstrated in two studies conducted at Montana State University by Professor Daniel P Heil. These studies compared plain water to alkaline water for hydration in both runners and cyclists. Each study showed the same thing: Alkaline water hydrates at least 17% better than plain water.<\/p><h2><b>The surprising way a water ionizer can help you drink more water<\/b><\/h2><p>Alkaline water from a water ionizer hydrates better than plain water. But did you know that drinking water from a water ionizer can\u00a0<i>actually help you drink more water<\/i>. How? Alkaline water from a water ionizer tastes better than plain, filtered, or bottled water. It\u2019s slightly sweeter, and noticeably more refreshing \u2013\u00a0<i>you can taste the difference<\/i>! Water ionizer owners \u2013 including the author of this article \u2013 consistently say that they prefer the taste of the water from their ionizer to all other forms of water, and even to drinks like soda! The taste of alkaline water from a water ionizer can help you to choose water over other beverages simply because it tastes better. It\u2019s human nature to want to drink the drink that tastes better. Because of this, a water ionizer can help you choose water over other beverages, and improve your hydration status.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Yes, you can have the life-changing power of alkaline water hydration in your kitchen. Call us at\u00a0<b>\u00a0<span class=\"promoNumber\">844-348-2026<\/span>\u00a0<\/b>We can put a water ionizer in your kitchen for<b><i>\u00a0less than you may be paying for bottled water<\/i><\/b>.<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><b>References<\/b><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Armstrong, Lawrence E. Matthew S Ganio. and et al. \u201cMild Dehydration Affects Mood in Healthy Young Women.\u201d . The Journal of Nutriton, 21 Dec. 2011. Web. 18 July 2014. &lt;<a title=\"Depressed or Dehydrated? What your body is telling you\" href=\"http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/142\/2\/382.full\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/jn.nutrition.org\/content\/142\/2\/382.full<\/a>&gt;.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Koseki, M, Y Tanaka, and et al. \u201cEffect of pH on the Taste of Alkaline Electrolyzed Water.\u201d\u00a0<i>Wiley Online Library<\/i>. Journal of Food Science, n.d. Web. 3 Jul 2013.\u00a0<a title=\"Depressed or Dehydrated? What your body is telling you\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17995745\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17995745<\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Heil, P and Seifert, J. Influence of bottled water on rehydration following a dehydrating bout of cycling exercise<b>.\u00a0<\/b>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition \u00a0<i>Springerlink<\/i>\u00a0July 2009.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>http:\/\/www.springerlink.com\/content\/kn41764j65165u3x\/fulltext.pdf<\/b><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p>Heil, D. \u201cAcid-base balance and hydration status following consumption of mineral-based alkaline bottled water..\u201d\u00a0<i>Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition<\/i>. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 13 Sep 2010. Web. 26 Mar 2014. &lt;<a title=\"Depressed or Dehydrated? What your body is telling you\" href=\"http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.jissn.com\/content\/7\/1\/29<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c74093d elementor-widget elementor-widget-toggle\" data-id=\"c74093d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"toggle.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toggle-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2081\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2081\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon elementor-toggle-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 192 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M0 384.662V127.338c0-17.818 21.543-26.741 34.142-14.142l128.662 128.662c7.81 7.81 7.81 20.474 0 28.284L34.142 398.804C21.543 411.404 0 402.48 0 384.662z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"elementor-toggle-icon-opened e-font-icon-svg e-fas-caret-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M288.662 352H31.338c-17.818 0-26.741-21.543-14.142-34.142l128.662-128.662c7.81-7.81 20.474-7.81 28.284 0l128.662 128.662c12.6 12.599 3.676 34.142-14.142 34.142z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-toggle-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Alkaline water benefits for digestive health<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2081\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2081\"><h2 dir=\"ltr\">Alkaline water benefits for digestive health<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>There is a war being fought in your gut right now.<\/strong>\u00a0It\u2019s a battle between beneficial probiotic bacteria and harmful bacteria. Which side is winning? That depends on your digestive health. If you suffer from frequent digestive problems, the bad guys are winning. If the bad guys are winning the war in your gut, you can help \u201ctip the scales\u201d in favor of the good guys by drinking alkaline water. How can alkaline water benefit digestive health? Because a major factor that decided which side wins is the\u00a0<em>Oxidation Reduction Potential<\/em>\u00a0(ORP)\u00a0of fluids in your gut.<\/p><div id=\"attachment_7153\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\">\u00a0<\/div><h2 dir=\"ltr\">How ORP affects bacteria in the gut<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">The beneficial probiotic bacteria in your gut hate oxygen. They are known as anaerobic bacteria. Harmful bacteria in your gut thrive on oxygen. They are known as aerobic bacteria. So to tip the scales in favor of the beneficial probiotic bacteria, you want to have as little free oxygen in your gut as possible. You can do that by raising the increasing the negative ORP of fluids in your intestines.<\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">How ORP works<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">The ORP of a fluid measures it\u2019s ability to stop oxygen from chemically combining with other substances. It\u2019s a process called oxidation. A negative ORP reduces or prevents oxidation. A positive ORP promotes oxidation. Because alkaline water from a water ionizer has a negative ORP it has antioxidant potential. Increasing the antioxidant potential of fluids in your gut helps prevent harmful oxidation. Alkaline water with a negative ORP will have no free oxygen in it.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">When you drink alkaline water with a negative ORP, you deprive harmful bacteria of oxygen. That starves them. Beneficial probiotic bacteria grow in the gut at a negative ORP of between -300 and -400 mV. Harmful gut bacteria grow when ORP is positive, up to +400 mV.<\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">Does the stomach acidify alkaline water?<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">No, not on an empty stomach. Your stomach produces acid only when it needs to. Acid production is triggered by the smell of food and by proteins and carbohydrates. Alkaline water doesn\u2019t trigger stomach acid production. When you drink alkaline water on an empty stomach it passes right through the stomach. Then it goes right into the intestines so the body can absorb it. You should only drink alkaline water on an empty stomach so you don\u2019t interfere with your stomach acid while digesting a meal.<\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">Causes of harmful oxidation in the gut<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">A perfectly healthy body given a healthy diet will naturally have beneficial negative ORP in the gut. But many stresses and toxins, and unhealthy diets can upset the gut\u2019s natural negative ORP balance.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Some factors that lead to an unhealthy ORP balance in the gut:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Pharmaceutical drugs: Antibiotics, immunosuppressants<\/strong><\/li><li dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Pesticides<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Radiation treatments<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Acidic diet<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Stress<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Illness<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p dir=\"ltr\">Once the gut\u2019s ORP balance has been disturbed, it can be difficult to get it back. Many people consume yogurt with prebiotics. Those prebiotics help form probiotics once they are in the gut if the gut\u2019s ORP is negative. Alkaline water supports the formation of probiotics by providing the needed negative ORP balance.<\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">Alkaline water benefits for gastrointestinal reflux<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">Another part of digestive health where\u00a0alkaline water may help is with acid reflux. The pain and damage of acid reflux is caused by excessive hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which refluxes up into the esophagus. For hydrochloric acid to do this damage, it must be triggered by a stomach enzyme called pepsin. Alkaline water has been proven to inactivate pepsin.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Update:<\/strong>\u00a0Recent research confirms that alkaline water and a healthy diet are as effective against acid reflux as PPI medications.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">Research conducted in Japan reveals that drinking alkaline water can provide relief of mild digestive upset. It\u2019s benefits build up gradually, results in the Japanese research were seen after about two weeks.<\/p><h2 dir=\"ltr\">How to use alkaline water for digestive health<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">Always drink alkaline water on an empty stomach. Stop drinking alkaline water a half hour before your meal. Wait a half hour after eating before starting again. During your meal you can drink purified water from your water ionizer. Try not to drink too much water of any kind during a meal so you don\u2019t dilute your digestive juices.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>How much water you should drink:<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">Take your body weight (in pounds) and divide it in half. The resulting number is the number of ounces of water you should drink every day. For example, if you weigh 140 pounds, that divided in half is 70. That means you would need to drink 70 ounces of water per day. You will need to drink more if you work out to replace the hydration you lost.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">Take the number of ounces of water you should drink in a day, and divide it by 4. That is the number of glasses of alkaline water you need to drink.\u00a0 You also need to drink a glass of water an hour before bed (this will save your life!).<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">Below is the schedule that a person weighing 140 pounds would follow to make sure they drink enough water. A person weighing 140 pounds would need to drink about 9 glasses of alkaline water per day.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">Schedule for daily consumption of alkaline water (A glass of water = 8 ounces)<\/p><ul><li dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Wake up: Two glasses of alkaline water will get the intestines moving \u2013 a process called peristalsis<\/strong><\/li><li dir=\"ltr\"><strong>After breakfast: Two glasses of alkaline water before lunch<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>After Lunch: Two glasses before dinner, more if you\u2019re working out<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>After Dinner: \u00a0Two Glasses<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li><strong>Hour before bed: One glass<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><h2 dir=\"ltr\">Benefits of preparing foods with alkaline water<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">You also get water from the foods you drink and from many beverages. Prepare your foods and beverages with alkaline water for this very reason. Alkaline water can make beverages like fruit juices and coffee less acidic. It also increases the antioxidant benefit of tea.\u00a0Alkaline water also triples the antioxidant potential of Vitamin C.<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">A great way to take advantage of the benefits of alkaline water and vitamin C is to add a squeeze of lemon to your glass. Drink your alkaline water and lemon juice first thing in the morning to give your intestines and extra boost!<\/p><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>References<\/strong><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">Vorobjeva, N.V.. \u201cSelective stimulation of the growth of anaerobic microflora in the human intestinal tract by electrolyzed reducing water.\u201d Medical Hypotheses. Elsevier, 14 Jun 2004. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.medical-hypotheses.com\/article\/S0306-9877(04)00489-X\/abstract<\/a>&gt;.<b><\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p><p dir=\"ltr\">Koufman, Jamie, and Nikki Johnsten. \u201cPotential Benefits of pH 8.8 Alkaline Drinking Water as an Adjunct in the Treatment of Reflux Disease.\u201d Annals of Otology, Rhinology &amp; Laryngology. Annals of Otology, Rhinology &amp; Laryngology, n.d. Web. 5 Jul 2013. &lt;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.annals.com\/toc\/auto_abstract.php?id=15887\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.annals.com\/toc\/auto_abstract.php?id=15887<\/a>&gt;.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Water Facts Alkaline water?\u00a0 \u00a0OR\u00a0 \u00a0Hydrogen water? Did you know that alkaline &amp; hydrogen water have different benefits?Both are proven advantageous to the body but differently. Why are specialist waters important? The human body is composed of approximately60% of water, so drinking pure water is crucial. A clinical research shows that patients who drank half aliter of hydrogen water per day had the effectively reducedoxidative stress and the significantly improved diseaseactivity in rheumatoid arthritis. Key difference between alkaline &#038; hydrogen water Hydrogen Water Hydrogen water is water abundant withmolecular hydrogen, H2. Works as a powerful anti-oxidant. Alkaline Water Alkaline water is rich in alkalizing compoundsand reduces acidity levels in the body. Beneficial to those who with no kidney issues. Comparison of antioxidant effects ANTIOXIDANT BONES BRAIN CANCER EYE AND EAR H2 CHEMISTRYAND PHYSICS H2 FROMBACTERIA HUMAN ISCHEMIA\/REPERFUSIONINJURIES KIDNEY LIVER LUNG METABOLICSYNDROME PAIN SAFETY SEPSIS, GASTRITISAND INTESTINE SKIN &amp; RADIATION SPINE AND PANCREAS Summary While alkaline water helps restore the body to work the best,hydrogen water functions as antioxidant and restorative. Both have been proven to improve health and preventfuture illnesses. Health hacks of hydrogen &#038; alkaline water Hydrogen molecules penetrate theentire body and combat oxidative stress. Alkaline &amp; hydrogen water areanti-aging &amp; anti-inflammatory. They boost energy &amp; detox the body. They help hydrate the bodyfaster &amp; prevent terminal diseases. The winning combination Both Hydrogen &amp; Alkaline water are beneficial in their own way.But when the advantages are combined, it is unequalled. What is Alkaline Water Good For? Lots of people know that alkaline water has health benefits. But very few people know that alkaline water has other uses as well. What is alkaline water good for? Health Athletic performance Cooking Neutralizing pesticide residues Coffee and tea Alkaline water is good for a lot more than just health! In fact for me, the most important benefit of alkaline water is it\u2019s benefit to athletic performance. I train at very high intensity, and I depend on alkaline water to maintain my hydration and combat performance robbing muscular acidosis. Second to that usage, I make my coffee with alkaline water. It improves the taste and increases my coffee\u2019s antioxidant potential! Alkaline water health benefits What health conditions is alkaline water good for?\u00a0There are many health conditions that alkaline water is good for. Alkaline water is good for you the way a healthy diet is good for you. It supplies things your body needs for good health, such as: Easy-to-absorb calcium and magnesium Improved hydration Antioxidant benefits Acid-fighting alkalinity What is alkaline water good for?\u00a0Bone health. Alkaline water has been shown in several studies to reduce your rate of bone loss. The older you get, the more alkaline water can help you slow bone loss. As we age, our bodies\u2019 natural defense against acidity begin to decline. What are your bodies\u2019 natural defenses against acidity? Breath\u00a0\u2013 You exhale acidity in the form of CO2 Urine\u00a0\u2013 Your kidneys excrete acidic wastes from your diet Bone\u00a0\u2013 As a last resort, your body will take calcium from your bones to neutralize acidity Out of breath?\u00a0Your lungs are the most efficient system for ridding your body of acidity. But for breath to work effectively, you must have good stamina. If you run out of breath easily, as many older people do, that limits your body\u2019s ability to expel acidity from your lungs. If you have health conditions that limit your ability to breathe, such as asthma, your lungs can\u2019t keep up with the acidity your body generates. The inability to effectively exhale acidity can lead to bone loss. Alkaline water will do two things that will help you reduce the rate you are losing bone: Supply calcium and magnesium Provide acid-fighting alkalinity Your body will steal calcium and magnesium from your bones to neutralize acidity. Alkaline water can act as it\u2019s supply of calcium and magnesium instead. Both minerals supply acid-fighting alkalinity that reduces bone loss. Studies show that alkaline water lowers two enzyme markers of bone loss that doctors use to determine your rate of bone loss. In short, alkaline water helps you keep the healthy bone you have. Got an upset stomach?\u00a0Acid reflux? Possibly the most important health benefit of alkaline water is it\u2019s benefit to digestive health. Alkaline water can do a lot to improve your digestive health. Here are two of the most important things it does for you: Inactivates pepsin, the enzyme that triggers acid reflux Supports the growth of beneficial probiotic microbes in your gut Alkaline water and a sensible diet have been shown to be just as effective as PPI medication for stopping acid reflux. PPI medications have dangerous side effects: Allows harmful organisms to flourish in the gut Impairs nutrient absorption Increases your risk of heart trouble Bad for your kidneys Increases your risk of dementia Japanese clinical testing showed that 88% of people in that study found relief from minor chronic digestive upset just by drinking alkaline water alone. Here are the types of digestive upset that alkaline water helped with: Chronic diarrhea Constipation Gas\/bloating Indigestion Acid indigestion Alkaline water\u2019s effects are gradual. The people in the study reported gaining relief about two weeks after starting alkaline water. The study compared the effect of drinking plain water to alkaline water. Researchers found that drinking plain water had no effect on digestive complaints. What is alkaline water good for?\u00a0Detoxification Mercury and lead contamination is a growing problem. Over 1,000 US cities have water with unsafe levels of lead. People who eat seafood are exposed to harmful levels of mercury. Hexavalent Chromium 6 is found in water supplies nationwide. Thanks to crumbling infrastructure, these problems will only get worse. Thankfully, alkaline water can help. A clinical study on people new to alkaline water showed that they discharged 10 different heavy metals including mercury and lead, after starting alkaline water. Other studies from Sweden showed that the pH of the water you drink has an effect on what your body absorbs. The study examined women who drank well water. 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