What is alkaline water?

Alkaline water is water that has a PH above 7. A pH of 7 is considered neutral, a PH above 7 is alkaline and a PH below 7 is acidic.

The best water to drink is Ionized water, which is produced by running normal tap water from your house over a positive (anode) and negative (cathode) electrode. This creates positive and negative ions in the water that are then separated. Thus, two different waters with opposite characteristics are created at the same time, one alkaline, the other acid.

Why drink alkaline water?

1. Alkaline ionized water is a potent antioxidant. It is very negatively charged (called ORP), while all other waters and beverages are positively charged. Our bodies are starved for negative ions, as we are overloaded with positive ions from our food, drink, lifestyle and stress. Ionized water scavenges up free radicals, preventing free radical damage before it occurs.

2. High pH alkaline water, with a pH around 10 on the pH scale, neutralizes over acidity in the body. As the acid is removed from cells, you excrete it and over time this process promotes health and may cause disease symptoms to subside - less aches and pains, better digestion, less headaches, the possibility of decreasing medications and even weight loss (pH Diet). A word about fat: it may be saving your life! Doctors know that the fat withdrawn from liposuction is very acidic. Excess acid is stored in fat cells to protect us from acid's negative effect. Alkaline water neutralizes this acid, and enables the acidity along with the fat to be excreted, and you lose weight!

3. Microclustered water is produced by the electrolysis process inside the KYK water ionizer. All other water molecules clump together in 10-12 molecule clusters, in an irregular shape. Ionized water, also known as structured water s these clusters to only 5-6 molecules in a very regular pentagonal or hexagonal shape. This makes it easier for the ionized water to reach even the finest of capillaries for deep detoxification and super hydration. It is this quality of microclustering ionized water that hydrates your cells much faster and more thoroughly than ordinary waters.

4. The extra oxygen molecules present in ionized water gives you lots of energy and boosts alertness and memory. It is this quality of oxygenated water that improves athletic performance and is sought after by sports enthusiasts and casual exercisers as well. Ionized water may improve your weight lifting, biking or aerobics performance and recovery time. And, it is a well-known medical fact that disease (particularly cancer) cannot live in an oxygenated alkaline environment.

Scientists in Japan and throughout Asia are continuously studying, researching and testing the effects of alkaline water on the human body. It has been found that alkaline water neutralizes the acidity produced internally as a result of daily stress, poor diet and excessive exercise. Since most of the foods we eat create acid waste, it is important to drink alkaline water in order to maintain a healthier, balanced life.

Not only does drinking alkaline water as part of a regular daily regimen, aid in cleansing the body of acidic waste, but scientists have found that this water has a positive effect upon the health of patients suffering from severe illness.

As an added benefit, alkaline water is also an antioxidant. Healthy cells are often attacked by destructive free radicals. These free radicals cause cells to break down. Helpful substances, known as antioxidants, protect cells from free radicals. Alkaline ionized water goes one step further. It actually converts free radicals before they have a chance to damage healthy cells. Alkaline water seeks out free radicals and converts them into necessary oxygen which your body can use.

What are the benefits of antioxidant alkaline water?

• Quick Supply of Antioxidant
• Helps balance body pH
• Helps reduce excess acidity
• Healthy for intestinal track

The electrolysis process not only gains an excess amount of electrons, but also reduces the cluster of molecules in size from 11-13, which is the size of ordinary tap water to 5-7, which is half that size. Due to its smaller clusters with lower molecular weight, Antioxidant Alkaline Water is rapidly moving and readily absorbed by the body system. It is able to better deliver nutrients to all the cells, tissues, and organs and accelerates metabolism with increased elimination of acidic water from the body.

Antioxidant Alkaline water neutralizes acidity, thus helping the body to naturally rid itself of acidic waste products in human body. Human blood has a pH value ranging from 7.3 to 7.45. 97% of the food we eat will produce high levels of acid in the body. These acids, if not neutralized cause inflammation, free radicals, and kill healthy cells by stealing oxygen. Alkaline water and food will not only dissolve these harmful acids but will help remove them from the body by allowing them to pass safely through the kidneys. If we keep our body in an alkaline state it will allow us to eat the foods necessary to maintain good health while dissolving the harmful acids which need to pass through our kidney, and not be stored in our joints and organs.

How much Alkaline Water should I drink?

1-2 8 0z. cups of alkaline water in the morning and before bed is effective. If it is your first time, drink 2-3 cups of alkakine water, pH 8.0 – 9.0, a day. If you feel okay, increase the quantity. Your body will tell you if you are drinking too much too quickly.

You should start slowly. Set the controls to the lowest alkaline level. Assuming the water agrees with you, increase the amount you drink and the level of ionization intensity. High levels of alkalinity -- up to 9.5-10.0 -- are best for drinking water; the highest levels can be used for cooking.

In a few individuals, the detoxification effects from drinking alkaline ionized water can cause headaches and diarrhea for a short time. And for some older people, ionized water can tend, at first, to open the bowels. This is why a slow start is advised. Use the "Purified Water" setting for taking any medications that your doctor advises not to be taken with alkaline water. Do not drink the acid water. Be aware that millions of Japanese have been drinking alkaline ionized water daily over the last 30 years. The water ionizer has been approved as a Household Medical Instrument by the government of Japan. In addition, test results on safety by the Welfare Ministry in Japan reveal no harmful influences on the body.

Uses for Alkaline Water:

Alkaline Water helps regulate your physical condition. Here are some examples of conditions alkaline water can help with.

a) Gastrointestinal Fermentation: If you drink alkaline water on an empty stomach, it will ease your discomfort.

b) Constipation: Drink alkaline water before you eat and it will hydrate your bowels and improve this condition.

c) Diarrhea: Since you quickly become dehydrated with diarrhea, alkaline water, with three times the concentration of water molecules, will help keep you hydrated and reduce discomfort.

d) High or Low Blood Pressure: Alkaline water will help regulate your blood pressure if you drink it one hour before eating.

e) Diabetes: Drink three cups or more on an empty stomach.

Other Uses of Alkaline Water

Animals and Pets:
1) Can be used in drinking water to maintain their health.
2) Less odor and feces.

Dying Garments: Results in vivid colors.

Flowers:
1) Healthier
2) Live Longer
3) Need Less Water
4) Won’t Need Pesticides
5) Extends the Life of Cut Flowers

Cooking with Alkaline Water:

a) Alkaline water brings out the real taste in food because it doesn’t break down like acid water.

b) Vegetables: The green color is brought out because the chlorophyll doesn’t break down. It also neutralizes acidic components in the vegetables, removing the harsh taste.

c) When Cooking Rice: Wash the rice grains gently in weak alkaline water and soak them in strong alkaline water for 10 to 30 minutes. Steam the rice in strong alkaline water you used. You will be able to taste shiny, moist, and soft rice whose taste will last.

d) Coffee or Tea: Alkaline water eliminates the bitter and astringent taste in coffee and tea, while enriching the smooth taste and aroma.

e) Alcohol: Drink 3-4 cups of weak alkaline water before and after drinking to lessens the effects.

f) When Cooking Bamboo, Tree Sprouts, etc.:Cooking bamboo sprouts, tree sprouts, taro, and seaweed with alkaline water removes the pungent and acrid tastes of those vegetables, while enriching their natural flavors and aroma. Alkaline water also removes the odor from fish, while making them more tender and juicy.

g) When Cooking Fresh Meat and Astringent-Tasting Vegetables: Soak them in alkaline water for 20-30 minutes before cooking, and you will experience the whole new level of taste with less odor an more savor.

h) Fruits and Vegetables: Clean and store fruits and vegetables in alkaline water for longer lasting freshness.

i) Alcoholic Beverages and Cocktails: Softens and smoothes the alcohol taste.

Uses for Acidic Water:

Natural acidic water has a slight bleaching effect. Here are some useful cleaning applications:

1)Washing Fruits and Vegetables: Kills harmful bacteria.

2) House Cleaning: dirt and grime are removed.

3) Polishing: effectively cleans mirrors, glass, knives, and eyeglasses.

4) Washing Vechicles: Dirt is removed easily.

5) Cutting Board: Quickly washes and disinfects.

6) Pots and Pans with Baked Food:When soaked overnite, stains and burns are removed.

7) Sponges: Fungal and bacterial growth is stopped, preventing bad smells and contamination.

8) Odors on Your Hands: Smell is removed and the itching is eliminated.

8) Pets: Acid water is great for bathing your pets as it helps prevent skin disease and itching and leads to an overall healthier coat of fur.

Has an astringent and constricting effect on what it comes in contact with. For this reason, it will tighten and smoothen your skin. It is particularly effective in the treatment and prevention of pimples ans rashes. Natural acidic water has a slight disinfecting and sterilizing ability, which makes if effective in treating minor skin wound.

9) Gargling: Prevents infection of germs by killing the microbes that cause colds and tonsillitis. Kills bacteria that causes bad breath.

10) Abrasions and Cuts: Disinfects and accelerates recovery.

11) Eczema and Acne: Kills bacteria, keeps skin clean, improves condition.