Ionized Alkaline Water - What it is, How it works



Ionised water is water that has undergone changes which alter the molecular structure of the water converting the water molecules into a form that is alkaline and many times more hydrating than ordinary tap water.

The water atoms have gained additional electrons

Standard water is H2O which means 2 hydrogen atoms to each oxygen atom, whereas ionised water is OH-, a natural antioxidant.

Anti oxidants are reported to reduce free radicals in the body, which can result in less damage to healthy cells. Some experts say that one free radical can damage hundreds of healthy cells

Free Radicals

Free radicals can be explained in terms of oxidation. Oxidation happens when you take a bite from an apple and leave it exposed to the air for a while. Oxygen in the air which comes into contact with the apple surface attacks it and damages it, resulting in brown discolouration – a visible sign of free radical damage. It is said that a similar thing happens in our bodies when free radicals attack healthy cells. To compensate for this, our bodies are said to produce anti oxidants to eliminate the free radicals. Due to our modern lifestyle, experts believe we do not have enough anti oxidants to eliminate free radicals; Free radicals are said to assist the ageing process and degenerative diseases. Fresh fruits & vegetables are a good source of natural anti –oxidants.

Micro clustering

Another feature of alkaline ionised water is that it makes the water molecules smaller.

This clustering is also sometimes called hexagonal water.

Oxygenation

Alkalised ionised water is also said to have additional oxygen which potentially is good for sports and recovery.

Alkalised Ionised Water has been used in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan for over a decade, and many positive health benefits have been reported. In Japan and Korea some Water Ionisers are medically certified.

Effects on the blood

Blood has a natural pH of 7.35. If we consume too many acid foods, then our bodies can become stressed (acidosis) and will try to compensate to bring the blood pH back to 7.35

Alkaline ionised water may help to restore the balance due to its high alkalinity

Blood cells become less “sticky” so they can flow more easily around the arteries and carry oxygen more effectively.