Alkaline Water

9th April 2022

pH is a measure of electrically charged particles in a substance. Alkaline water, has a pH of 8 or above which means that it has a low concentration of hydrogen ions, which are electrically charged atoms or molecules.

Water is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. In simple terms, when water is run through a water ioniser, such as the K8, an electrical current is used to artificially break apart the water molecule into hydrogen ions, that contain one hydrogen atom, and hydroxide ions that contain the other hydrogen and an oxygen. The process by which this occurs is called ionisation, which is a form of electrolysis whereby electricity is used to split the H2O molecules.

The benefits of alkaline water - water with a pH of 8 or above - have been long enjoyed by people around the world. Unfortunately, there is limited scientific research that support (or refute) the health benefits that so many claim.

Drinking alkaline water contributes to reduced gut inflammation and symptoms, increased ability to hydrate, boosting energy levels, weight loss, reduced blood pressure, improved complexions and improved skin moisturisation. Ions from the water are rapidly absorbed in the body's tissues, preventing and reducing the effect of cellular damage from disease causing oxidative stress.

For me personally, drinking alkaline water has had a significant impact on my gut health. Before drinking alkaline water, I had major abdominal cramping, bloating, gas and extreme troubles going to the toilet. It was painful and I would often have to strain - sometimes I would even feel sick from the feeling of needing to go, but not being able to and from the pain I would experience.

I RARELY feel those symptoms anymore. In fact, I can't even remember how long it has been since I have had such major issues. Sure, there are times where my gut hasn't felt quite right and I experience some of the things I have just listed, but I believe that has been because of foods I have eaten.

Alkaline water has an amazing feeling in the mouth, compared to normal tap or bottled water. It feels smoother in the mouth and is literally taste-less!

In addition to the health benefits in the body, alkaline water has cleaning and disinfecting properties. It can be used as a stain remover on carpets, clothes or furniture - and because it's just water, there is no 'soapy' residue that has to be cleaned off - the water just has to evaporate.

Finally, drinking and using alkaline water saves a lot of money from not having to buy bottled water, but also reduces the amount of cleaning products needed around the home. This also contributes to helping the environment as less waste is going to landfill.

The K8 also produces other types of water including neutral and acidic water which again have many uses in and around the home. I use acidic water to clean my bathroom and neutral water for giving to guests when they come over, brewing coffee or when taking medicine.

Drinking alkaline water, and more specifically, the K8 - has changed my life in more ways than I have described in this blog!

If you've made it this far - you are obviously curious! Check out my blog on Kangen Water below.

Happy hydrating!

- Love Bel x