The first obvious answer is that it is water with a pH above 7.0 on the pH scale. (How much higher is another question.) Alkaline water is also known as Kangen (pronounced "kun-gen") water in Japan and literally means "return to original." Alkaline water has been used in Japan for more than 44 years and has been shown to help restore the body to its original, healthy condition. When tested for ORP (oxidizing reduction potential), it shows a NEGATIVE (best) reading. It has an adjustable pH reading of 8.5 - 9.5, making it alkaline, which is the opposite of acidic.
The pH level is one of the most important balance systems of the body. The term pH stands for “potential” of “Hydrogen”. It is the amount of hydrogen ions in a particular solution. The more ions, the more acidic the solution. The fewer ions the more alkaline (base) the solution. The pH level is a measure of acidity or alkalinity, on a scale of zero to fourteen, with zero being most acid, fourteen being most alkaline and seven being mid-range. The most critical pH balance is in the blood.
Oxidation Reduction Potential (O.R.P.) is a measurement of voltage. When it is measured as a negative millivolt, this is life enhancing. (Electron rich) When measured with a positive millivolt it is life depleting. (Proton rich) The reading of mV indicates the millivolts of hydrogen electrons present in the water available to bond with the free radicals and flush them out. Kangen water machines can produce incredibly functional high pH waters, called "Super Kangen Water" (ORP: below -550mV) and Super Acidic Water (ORP: over +1000mV).
Kangen Water is intended for everyday drinking and cooking rather than for drinking with medication. We recommend to give pause of 15min after and 15min before drinking kangen water. Or We recommend to take medicine with the 7.0pH water which is known as medicine water.
The benefits of consuming Kangen Water are the minerals it contains and the optimal hydration it offers.
People tend to eat meals that are too acidic; it's really hard these days not to. This makes our bodies overly acidic, which could lead to sickness and disease. Our blood will always be about 7.365 pH, but the interstitial (between-cells) fluids' pH can vary, and too much acidity in these fluids can lead to disease.
Inside our bodies, our cells, tissues and organs need varying levels of alkalinity. Even the stomach likes alkalinity between meal times. A huge benefit of alkaline ionized water is that it helps to balance out the pH in the body's fluids when you drink it throughout the day.
Water is the most important nutrient to all life! Water brings nutrients to your cells. It lubricates your tissues, makes them bouncy and resilient, and in better shape to perform their functions. It also helps to transport wastes out of your body. The percentage of water in your body is somewhere between 60% and 75%. Second to air, water is the most needed molecule for life.
There are no set rules regarding how to drink Kangen Water or how much to consume.
It is most common to begin by setting a low pH level (between pH8 and pH9.0), and gradually increasing the amount of intake. After continuing regular intake for about two weeks, gradually adjust the pH level and amount of intake (between pH9.0-pH9.5) based on your bodily needs and physical condition. The Kangen Water should be as fresh as possible.
For children or seniors, set the pH level at an even lower level upon starting, and gradually increase it as the body adjusts to the current pH level.
In the case of infants (until about a year old), since breast milk or milk is the only thing they consume, the intestinal movement is generally different from adults, and the use of Kangen Water is not encouraged until the infant begins to consume more sophisticated foods. In any case, Kangen Water should not be used to make powdered milk for infants.
The white fogginess apparent in Kangen Water is simply a result of hydrogen gas being released through electrolysis, and does not pose a problem. If you rest the glass for a while the white fogginess should disappear.Research focused on dissolved hydrogen released through electrolysis of water was presented at The Japan Functional Water Association Meeting in late December of 2002. It reported that Kangen water is effective in controlling the oxidation of lipids in the body. It also reported that dissolved hydrogen present in the colloidal state has a higher activity level than active hydrogen produced at the instance of reaction.
Unpurified water has minerals in it. LeveLuk is designed to handle a standard amount of minerals. When the amount of minerals or free carbon dioxide is greater than usual, the minerals occasionally react with the anti-bacterial feature of the water supply hose, giving off a smell. It is perfectly safe to drink, and usually clears up quickly.
The state of the water does change when the water is heated or chilled. When heated, the ORP and pH changes. When chilled, the ORP will change but the pH will remain the same for up to a week based on the quality of water.
The type of original tap water used affects the quality of Kangen Water and acidic water produced by electrolysis. Although water produced with municipal city water is not affected, the efficiency of electrolysis drops when well water is used since it tends to hold a lot of free carbon dioxide, as well as in cases where water comprising only a small amount of electrolytic minerals is used. Conversely, in cases where the water has excess minerals, the taste may be affected, or Kangen Water produced may be too high in pH level. Since the water pressure of the faucet affects the production of water, it is important to confirm that genuine Kangen Water is being produced by regularly checking that it is set at the correct pH level, and checking the bubbles. In order to take into account the differences in the quality of the original tap water, please run a check on a daily basis.
Acidic water has a pH of around 5.5-6.5 and strong acidic water has a pH of lower than 2.7. Strong Acidic Water has excellent cleaning characteristics and can be used to clean household surfaces and to remove pesticides, dirt and other impurities from food.
Because winter air is extremely cold and dry, skin care is especially important during this time. Without taking care of your skin properly, you will suffer from dry and rough skin. Bodily fluids play an important role in maintaining your body temperature and the health of your skin. Drinking alkaline Kangen Water can help maintain glowing, smooth skin. Since it is important to maintain your skin's pH level between 5.0 and 6.0, we recommend spraying acidic water* on your skin at regular intervals throughout the day. During the winter, bathing in acidic water can help preserve the moisture of your skin. We also recommend that you eat foods and fruits that include high levels of vitamin C, A and E. Treating your skin with beauty water will let you enjoy life even more by giving you smooth and youthful skin.
*Acidic water - Acidic ionized water produced by electrolysis with a pH between 4.0 and 6.5. Its astringent effect is certified by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. Excellent for skin care.