{"id":13912,"date":"2021-05-18T18:36:32","date_gmt":"2021-05-18T08:36:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sureaqua.com\/?p=13912"},"modified":"2021-05-18T18:46:14","modified_gmt":"2021-05-18T08:46:14","slug":"will-alkaline-water-actually-make-you-healthier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sureaqua.com\/?p=13912","title":{"rendered":"Will Alkaline Water Actually Make You Healthier?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_enable_image=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.5.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=&#8221;30px&#8221; ol_type=&#8221;none&#8221; ol_position=&#8221;outside&#8221; ol_item_indent=&#8221;30px&#8221; module_class=&#8221;custom-numberpara custom-Liststart  custom-Liststartol custom-Liststartblue&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_letter_spacing=&#8221;30px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;34px||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; custom_margin_phone=&#8221;35px||||false|false&#8221; custom_margin_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; text_text_color_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; text_text_color_phone=&#8221;&#8221; text_text_color_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; text_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; text_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; text_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; text_line_height_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; text_line_height_phone=&#8221;1.6em&#8221; text_line_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; ul_line_height__hover_enabled=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Will Alkaline Water Actually Make You Healthier?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong><span class='et-dropcap'>A<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Alkaline water is a cart-before-the-horse product. The basic process for making it, electrolysis, was discovered by the ground-breaking scientist Michael Faraday more than 100 years before anyone knew what alkaline water was and why it was important for health. A mysterious people who lived very long and healthy lives high in the glacial Himalayas provided some answers.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Could Drinking the Right Water be the Secret to a Long Life?<\/h2>\n<p>The search for the \u201cwater of longevity\u201d led Nobel Prize winner Dr. Henri Coanda, to conclude in the 1930s that the reason that the Himalayan Hunza people were the longest-lived people in the world was because of their unique water. The Hunza not only lived longer than anyone else, but they were able to have children at older ages than other people and did not seem to develop cavities, degenerative diseases, or cancer.<\/p>\n<p>Duplicating Hunza water was one of those easier-said-than-done projects. It was born in the high alkaline terrain of the towering mountains and glaciers. Among other unique properties, this alkaline water had an active hydrogen property and contained many colloidal minerals.\u00a0<strong>Could ordinary water be changed so that it would have the same life-giving properties as Hunza water?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>What are the Benefits of Alkaline Water?<\/h2>\n<p>Alkaline water is believed to be helpful in the prevention or reversal of many health issues, including the following:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;William Mahoney, Southampton&#8221; portrait_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.sureaqua.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Tim-400&#215;275-2.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA year today since my last hiking holiday in Argentina, I still remember how my portable water filter saved me from diarrhea while all my friends fell sick, keeping full-time guard at the toilet.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=&#8221;40px&#8221; module_class=&#8221;icon_list icon_check&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_font_size=&#8221;17px&#8221; ul_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Diabetes<\/li>\n<li>High blood pressure<\/li>\n<li>Better circulation<\/li>\n<li>Osteoporosis<\/li>\n<li>Hyper-acidity<\/li>\n<li>Obesity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=&#8221;40px&#8221; module_class=&#8221;icon_list icon_check&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_font_size=&#8221;17px&#8221; ul_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Chronic fatigue<\/li>\n<li>The common cold<\/li>\n<li>Aching muscles from exercising<\/li>\n<li>Body odor<\/li>\n<li>Faster healing<\/li>\n<li>Hangovers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s only a partial list of the benefits that someone may experience when their body\u2019s pH is what it should be. When someone is at their optimum health level, they experience fewer health issues overall.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>The Japanese Government Confirmed the Benefits of Drinking Alkaline Water<\/h2>\n<p>The Japanese developed the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/phdiscoverycenter1\/ph-history\">first water ionizer<\/a>\u00a0in the 1950s, based upon the work of Michael Faraday and research in Russia; they produced alkaline water and alkaline ionic water. Japanese scientists at agricultural universities initially studied the effects of their alkaline ionic water on plants and animals, but it took some time to discover the effects on people.<\/p>\n<p>Eventually, Japanese doctors confirmed that alkaline water was not only non-toxic but beneficial in curing some diseases. In 1966, the Japanese Government approved alkaline ionic water ionizers as legitimate methods for improving people\u2019s health, followed by South Korea in 1985.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=&#8221;40px&#8221; module_class=&#8221;icon_list icon_check&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; ul_font_size=&#8221;17px&#8221; ul_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Magical, Mysterious Tourmaline \u2013 The Healthy Gemstone<\/h2>\n<p>It has been found that tourmaline pellets can be used to produce excellent alkaline water.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.globalhealingcenter.com\/benefits-of\/tourmaline\">Tourmaline<\/a>\u00a0is a color-changing, semi-precious gemstone well-known for its ability to aid the body in removing toxins. This gem has unique electrical properties, becoming its own source of an electrical charge and naturally producing mild, alkaline water.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the benefits of tourmaline include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Detoxification properties are important because studies have shown that there is a direct link between bodily toxins and many chronic diseases<\/li>\n<li>Benefits to the immune system and circulation<\/li>\n<li>Helping both human and plant metabolisms to become more active<\/li>\n<li>Anti-bacterial and deodorant properties<\/li>\n<li>Stress relief<\/li>\n<li>Improved mental clarity and alertness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;Malissa and Dave, Pierre, South Dakota&#8221; portrait_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.sureaqua.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Emily-300&#215;275-1.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy husband and I shared his Sure Aqua portable water bottle when we went for a hiking trip in the Rocky Mountains last year. We always had fresh water.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;Scott, Boston&#8221; portrait_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.sureaqua.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Scott.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI have gone for a hiking trip every year, and one thing I have learned over time is the importance of a portable water purifier.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.sureaqua.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/alkaline_water-charter-kangen-water4.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;ionized alkaline water&#8221; title_text=&#8221;alkaline water chartern water&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>How Important is pH to health?<\/h2>\n<p>Anyone who ever kept tropical fish is familiar with testing the pH of the water in the fish tank. If the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/biomedx.com\/microscopes\/rrintro\/rr1.html\">pH<\/a>\u00a0of the water gets too acid or too alkaline, the fish will die. That\u2019s how important pH is to living organisms. Plants, animals, and people are all healthier when their internal pH is at the correct balance.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>The human body should be at a pH of 7.4, mildly alkaline<\/strong>. Acid is below 7,\u00a0 7 is neutral, and above 7 is alkaline on the pH scale. Anyone can purchase an inexpensive pH test kit online or at the drug store to test their own pH.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Acidic pH and illness<\/h2>\n<p>When someone\u2019s pH is 7.4, their body can use vitamins and minerals more efficiently. The small intestine develops mucus at low acidity levels, which prevents the body from absorbing these crucial vitamins and minerals.<\/p>\n<p>The human body functions best when the body\u2019s pH is alkaline. Alkaline water helps your body to achieve its correct pH. When people become ill or have chronic diseases, they often test as too acid. It\u2019s unclear as to whether the acidity caused the illness or the illness caused the acidity. Whichever is the case, restoring alkalinity to the body is essential for restoring health to the body.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.sureaqua.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/cancer-cell.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Healthy Alkaline Water&#8221; title_text=&#8221;cancer cell&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>What is Acidosis?<\/h2>\n<p>Too much acid in the body is known as\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/acidosis#Overview1\">acidosis<\/a>. In healthy people, the kidneys and lungs work to keep pH in balance, but\u00a0<strong>many factors can cause excess acid in the body.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Respiratory acidosis occurs when the lungs can\u2019t remove enough CO2 from the body. This can happen for many reasons, such as a respiratory problem like asthma, obesity, or a chest injury.<\/li>\n<li>Metabolic acidosis is the result of the kidneys not being able to get rid of enough acid. People with diabetes who don\u2019t control their disease may develop this condition. Too much lactic acid or too little sodium bicarbonate can also cause metabolic acidosis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;Christina, Wellington&#8221; portrait_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.sureaqua.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Christine.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNever again will I leave my portable water filter behind after I spent a straight 5 hours in a toilet in India.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;George P, Westmead, Scout Leader&#8221; portrait_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.sureaqua.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Murray-Cessnock-400&#215;270-1.gif&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.9.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTook the GoFreshWater pump on a Scout Hike with 15 boys and girls. It was so good not to carry so much water. The scouts are only allowed to carry 20% of their body weight.\u00a0 Not much! 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