Do you consider your health most important? Which is the most important thing in your diet? Our brains are made up of about 70% water, our bodies about 80%, surely water should be considered one of the most important things we put into our body on a daily basis. The pH level of our drinking water can often be an aspect of our health that we easily overlook. Alkalized water can boost your metabolism, reduce acid in your bloodstream, and help your body absorb nutrients more quickly, among other benefits. Here’s how to make your water alkaline and its benefits, uses and remedies:
HOW TO MAKE WATER ALKALINE:
LEMONS
Lemons are anionic, so when you drink lemon water, your body reacts with the anionic properties of the lemon making the water alkaline as your body digests it. When making a pitcher of lemon water, use one whole lemon and cut it up into eighths. You don’t need to squeeze them, because you place all the pieces in the pitcher. Cover the pitcher, and allow the water to sit for 8-12 hours at room temperature. The best time to make this type of water is before bed, so it can sit overnight unbothered.
BAKING SODA
Baking soda has a high alkaline content. When the baking soda mixes with the water, it increases the alkaline properties of the water. This trick is good for those of us seeking a quick fix to indigestion or heartburn. Add 1/8 tbsp (600 mg) baking soda to an 8 oz. (0.237 litres) glass of water. Shake (if you are using a water bottle) or stir (if using a glass) the mixture vigorously to make sure the baking soda mixes in thoroughly with the water.
Note: Making our water alkaline with baking soda increases your intake of sodium, so people with diabetes, kidney problems, or serious health conditions should talk to their doctor before using baking soda to make their water alkaline.
BENEFITS:
ANTI OXIDANTS
While drinking a glass of alkanized water, you are certainly providing your body a glass full of anti-oxidants! This Alkalized water delivers a massive amount of negatively charged electrons, to cling to & neutralize the free-radicals causing daily damage & premature aging within our bodies.
HYDRATION
Alkaline water easily penetrates your body at cellular level, bringing a continual flood of better hydration and renewal. Cells begin to function as they should for optimum health and peak performance.
DETOX
Drinking alkaline water daily can neutralize the acidity and wash acid waste products from cells and tissues. It Detoxifies your body to remove normal acidic waste products accumulated daily, plus removes toxins accumulated in your body from your environment, prescription drugs, unnatural foods and from the “normal” process of aging.
IMMUNITY
Alkaline water enhances your immune system to maximize your body’s ability to fight off disease and heal itself.
USES AND REMEDIES:
ARTHRITIS
Alkaline water has an oxidation/reduction potential (ORP) of -700mV – 850mV. This stops free radicals in their tracks and reduces inflammation rapidly. If you have arthritis or another inflammatory condition, soaking or wrapping with alkaline water can be extremely helpful.
CLEAN FRUITS AND VEGGIES
We usually use tap water to clean fruits and veggies. By doing so, we are putting in more chemicals into the food. Cleaning it with alkaline water will remove the wax & pesticides from the food.
SKIN CARE
Astringent properties of alkaline water have great effects in toning and firming the skin. Wash your face with this cosmetic water or use spray. This water is excellent as a toner after shaving.
HAIR CARE
Alkaline water makes your hair stronger and healthier. Just like alkaline water hydrates your skin, it also nourishes and protects your hair and scalp. Drinking alkaline water once per day makes your hair softer, better hydrated and less prone to breakage and other damage. It can also be used as hair mist alone of mixed with essential oils or as hair rinse.