2020/12/14
There may be many people who say, “Alkaline ionized water seems to be good for the body, but I don’t know the difference from mineral water.” In this article, we will explain the effects and efficacy of alkaline ionized water on health, and the precautions to be taken when drinking it.
What is alkaline ionized water?
Alkaline ionized water refers to weakly alkaline water with a pH of 9 to 10 that is made by electrolyzing water such as tap water using an alkaline ionized water generator, which is an electrolyzed water generator for home use.
Because of its properties, alkaline ionized water is also called drinking alkaline electrolyzed water.
Alkaline ionized water is sold as a PET bottle drink at supermarkets and online stores, so anyone can easily purchase it.
Effects and effects of alkaline ionized water
Alkaline ionized water has an image of being good for health, but what kind of effects and efficacy does it actually have?
◇ Effective in improving diarrhea, heavy stomach, indigestion, etc.
By drinking 500ml to 1,000ml of alkaline ionized water on a daily basis, you can expect the effect of relieving gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, heavy stomach, and indigestion.
In fact, in an experiment in which 25 patients with gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea and constipation were asked to drink 1,000 ml of alkaline ionized water (pH 9.5) every day, symptoms improved in 22 patients after 2 weeks. . Diarrhea and constipation turned into normal bowel movements.
It is not clear why alkaline ionized water improves gastrointestinal symptoms, but there is a hypothesis that the calcium hydroxide contained in alkaline ionized water may be acting.
◇ Proven safety
I drink it every day, so I’m also concerned about safety.
In order to confirm the safety of alkaline ionized water, tests are being conducted to check for by-products such as metal extracts and trihalomethanes, as well as experiments using rats.
All verifications have shown that there are no major problems with the safety of alkaline ionized water.
◇ However, there is no immediate effect like pharmaceuticals
Alkaline ionized water is not a medicine, so it does not have an immediate effect like medicine. In addition, alkaline ionized water does not work on all gastrointestinal symptoms, and it is thought that it exerts a gradual effect on relatively mild gastrointestinal symptoms.
Rather than expecting medicinal effects, why not try incorporating alkaline ionized water into your daily life as a support for your health?
Precautions when drinking alkaline ionized water
Alkaline ionized water has many benefits, but there are some points to be aware of.
◇ Aim for 500ml to 1,000ml per day
The recommended daily intake of alkaline ionized water is 500ml to 1,000ml. This is because clinical trials on alkaline ionized water were conducted within this range of intake. Safety is recognized if the intake amount is within 500 ml to 1 liter.
◇ Do not drink alkaline ionized water with a pH of 10 or higher.
pH indicates the amount of hydrogen ion concentration. Generally used in the range of 1 to 14, the higher the number, the stronger the alkalinity. <./p>
Alkaline ionized water has a pH of 9-10. Alkaline ionized water with a pH of 9.5 has been confirmed safe in clinical trials. Alkaline ionized water with a pH of 10 or higher should be avoided because there are few cases in clinical trials.
There is also a report that alkaline ionized water with a pH of 11 or higher increased serum potassium. Increased serum potassium can lead to hyperkalemia, which can lead to arrhythmia in severe cases.
The higher the pH value of alkaline ionized water, the better. For your safety, refrain from drinking alkaline ionized water with a pH of 10 or higher.
◇ Do not take medicines together with alkaline ionized water.
People tend to take it casually just like mineral water, but don’t take medicine with alkaline ionized water.
As the name suggests, alkaline ionized water is highly alkaline water. The effect of alkaline ionized water on medicine has not been specifically confirmed, but it is better to avoid it just in case.
◇ If you have a kidney disorder, consult a doctor.
If you are undergoing treatment for not only kidney disorder but also other illnesses, be sure to consult your doctor to see if there is any problem in ingesting alkaline ionized water.
There are many different diseases that can cause gastrointestinal symptoms. If you feel any abnormality or discomfort after drinking alkaline ionized water, be sure to consult a doctor.
◇ At first, start drinking from a pH value close to neutral
Human body fluids have a pH of around 7.4, which is close to neutral. Drinking water closer to this value is said to be gentler on the body, and the farther away it is, the greater its effect on the body.
Water with a high pH value may not be suitable for your body, so at first, drink alkaline ionized water with a pH of about 8 to 9.0, which is close to neutral, little by little. If you drink it for about two weeks and feel that there is no problem, gradually increase the pH number or increase the amount to adjust.
In addition, we do not recommend drinking alkaline ionized water for infants up to 1 year old, as their intestines work differently from adults. It is said that there is no problem in drinking alkaline ionized water as long as it is possible to consume baby food, but when giving it to your baby, try to see how it goes with a lower pH value.
When it comes to pets such as dogs and cats, some argue that as long as you don’t give them a lot, there’s no problem. However, there is also a risk that it is easier to form stones than ordinary tap water. It’s not that you can’t give your pet alkaline ionized water, but water with a pH value close to neutral is recommended.
Related article: What is the nature of that water? What is the pH of water?
Urunon’s water is not alkaline ionized water, but it is natural water from Mt. Fuji with a pH of 8.1, which is close to human bodily fluids. It is a natural mineral water that is gentle on the body and can be safely drunk by everyone from children to the elderly.
