By now, you've probably heard about water ionizers and alkaline water. Millions of people around the world drink alkaline water because of its well-deserved reputation for augmenting good health.
You might even have heard about Kangen water. But what exactly is Kangen water? Well, it's not a particular ‘type’ of water in itself. Produced by the Enagic machine, it's simply one of the trademarked names for alkaline water.
just one of several types of alkaline water
sought after for their health benefits.
So if you've been looking into buying a water ionizer, and are attracted by the sound of Kangen water, chances are that you've been chatting with a Kangen sales rep.
The main reason a Kangen rep wants you to buy a Enegic machine? Concern for your health, right?
Sorry, the world of high pressure sales doesn't work like that.
No, the rep wants you to buy because if you do, they earn money. That's how it works.
Not that it makes the Enagic machine a bad one;
it just means that it's more expensive than it should be, in order to make the living of the various layers of personnel involved in a Kangen sale.
If the sales price includes a hefty commission, then remember that money is not paying for the very best water ionizer parts inside the machine - it's being used for sales commission.
So let's think about the machine itself: what key features do you need to consider when purchasing a water ionizer?
So let's think about the machine itself: what key features do you need to consider when purchasing a water ionizer?
The natural, healthful pH of your body is 7.3 - 7.45.
What pH does the water ionizer you're contemplating buying produce? Is it adequate? Is it efficient?
Compare this feature between models - you might be surprised at how one outperforms the others.
Compare this feature between models - you might be surprised at how one outperforms the others.
ORP stands for Oxidation Reduction Potential.
Oxidation is the gradual process of decay - the natural aging process.
Ionized alkaline water has a high negative ORP: the negative indicates the reduction in the oxidation process.
Some of the most vital parts of a water ionizer that you need to know about are the plates. The plates are key to the ionization process and how they perform is intrinsically linked to the overall effectiveness of the machine.
The key things you need to know?
Solid plates are strong and durable, but the ionization process only happens at the edges of a plate and so the potential power of the plate is reduced. This results in a machine producing water with a lower pH value and also lower -ORP levels. Solid plate ionizers are cheaper, granted, but ionizer plates are not something to skimp on. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to plate technology.
The alternative? Mesh plates. These have many more edges and therefore conduct electricity more efficiently. The result? Lower pH and higher -ORP levels. But there is a downside. Mesh plates aren't as durable as their solid counterparts. They are inclined to wear and tear and they can become clogged, depending on your source water.
The ideal plate is one that is at the cutting-edge of water ionizer technology: a solid/mesh hybrid, combining the plus points of both types of plate. A solid/mesh hybrid plate is strong, durable and powerful.
Right up there with plates in terms of being one of the most vital components in the machine, it's essential for water ionizer manufacturers to get filtration right.
There's a lot of bad stuff in our municipal water these days, and filtering out the dangerous elements, while keeping the essential minerals that our bodies need to thrive in the water, is no mean feat.
Seriously, this part is worth taking your time over: your water ionizer should remove as many of the harmful - sometimes deadly - toxins that can lurk in our water supply, but still be able to retain the vital minerals.
A top of the range water ionizer can do so, but even at this level, some are better than others so choose with care.
The best ionizers are built to last, but sometimes parts need replacing.
Is a 2-year guarantee adequate? Enagic machines come with a standard 5-year warranty.
Water ionizers are an investment purchase, so you need to make a decision about whether you can do better than this. 5 years goes pretty quickly!
Hydrogen water is creating a major, worldwide buzz. New discoveries about its tremendous healing potential are coming out of laboratories every day, and there are hundreds of peer-reviewed studies into the astonishing powers of the smallest and lightest element in the universe.
Ionized alkaline water contains naturally occurring hydrogen with the incredible ability to cross the blood/brain barrier and get to work from deep within the mitochondria of each cell.
Ideally, you're only going to buy a water ionizer once, so buying the best water ionizer you can afford makes sense.
Don't Go Too Cheap
There are imports from China slipping past border controls that may contain lead. It's a real problem and potentially dangerous. If it's really cheap, there's a reason and you should avoid it.
As we mentioned earlier, another thing to look out for - particularly with the Kangen/Enagic sales model - is how much of the purchase price is going to the sales rep.
For companies that invest in their machines and don't pay out eye-watering commissions to their sales people, the technology and manufacturing process behind high-end water ionizers is pretty cutting edge.
Look for a machine that comes with second-to-none customer care as standard, an industry award or two to its name and with consistently glowing customer reviews.
You've probably heard a fair amount about the pH balance of our bodies. It's certainly something that's mentioned in skincare ads pretty frequently: the skin needs to maintain a balanced pH in the same way as the parts of our bodies that we can't see!
You've probably heard a fair amount about the pH balance of our bodies. It's certainly something that's mentioned in skincare ads pretty frequently: the skin needs to maintain a balanced pH in the same way as the parts of our bodies that we can't see!
Eating acid-forming foods such as too much meat or too many fatty, processed or sugary foods can change our internal pH and make our bodies too acidic.
The effect of this can mean suffering with these symptoms, among others:
Maintaining the right pH balance is vital for good health and to enable our blood and organs to function properly.
When it comes to water ionizers and pH values, a side-by-side comparison is important here as pH is affect by two main factors:
The voltage to which the water is subjected during the electrolysis process.
The water 'flow rate' through the ionizer machine.
Cheaper water ionizers just can't cut it here: the 'perfect' water ionizer has to be powerful enough to combine a fast flow rate with a high pH value. Adjustable settings are important as well. Compare top-end machines and see which one consistently performs on all of these fronts.
Kangen water - like all ionized alkaline water - is produced by water flowing over electrically charged plates. This is called ionization. The process 'splits' regular tap water into two streams: alkaline and acidic.
Kangen water is the same type of alkaline ionized water that you will find in any top-end machine.
The internet is an awesome research tool, right there at your fingertips. By checking consumer reviews and customer reports, it's easy to find out in minutes whether a machine is good, or a dud!
It's also much easier to compare water ionizers side-by-side and make an informed decision about which one is the right ionizer for you.
Buying a water ionizer means that you and your family will benefit every single day from drinking alkaline, ionized water.
The benefits include:
Boosted immune system
Increased energy levels
Better hydration
Alkalizing effect on body's pH
Powerful antioxidant action
Fights aging free radicals
We hope that you now feel armed with enough great information to make your choice and buy a water ionizer that looks fantastic, performs to a consistently high standard, and comes with the very best guarantee and post-purchase customer service on the market.
An alkaline water machine helps you and your family to live a healthful and energized life.
When it comes to buying a water ionizer, remember
if you buy right the first time, you only need to buy once!
Side Effects of Water Ionizers and Hydrogen Water
It doesn't take long to explain the negative side effects of drinking alkaline water: there aren't any! Seriously, there is no downside and no harm that you can do to your body by drinking a regular amount of ionized, alkaline water.
If you imbibe more hydrogen than your body can make use of, it is harmlessly expelled.