There is a lot of suspicion about ionized water. It’s been called “snake oil on tap” amongst other derogatory names. We hope to clear up the confusion and explain the science behind ionized water.
For one, ionized water is just a marketing term. There is no such thing as “ionization.” The word “ionization” was created to describe the abundance of ions created during water electrolysis, a natural process created by the sun or a water ionizer. So, the technical term for water with an abundance of ions is electrolyzed water.
If you’re doing serious research into the efficacy of ionized water, head on over to pubmed.gov or Google Scholarly and search for “electrolyzed water.” You will see forty years of completed clinicals, mostly by Japanese researchers but plenty by US institutions like the military and several prominent colleges.
Those who attack “ionized water” often say there is a lack of US research. That’s just not true. The typical medical product in a pharmacy has one or two published clinicals. Ionized or electrolyzed water has DOZENS of published US clinicals, making ionized water one of the most well-documented and proven medical products EVER.
So, what do these clinicals say? They say that acidic “ionized water” is effective in sterilization, which is why it is used in food factories all over the world and even in schools to clean the floors without using harsh chemicals. They also say alkaline ionized water is a POWERFUL antioxidant in the body that dramatically lowers oxidative stress levels in our cells, which is why you see the published benefits from ionized water for treating diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, and more.
CNN Report on Ionized Water
The Science of Ionized Water
A free radical is an atom or oxygen molecule that is missing an electron, making it unstable. It bounces around looking for an electron, damaging your cell in the process. Ionized water has an abundance of antioxidants in it called hydroxl ions that are formed when an ion and a hydrogen atom combine. When you dink ionized water, these free radicals get the extra electron they are looking for, turning them into oxygen that your body uses as ENERGY.
Only water that is electrolyzed or ionized by the sun, by kinetic energy from movement, or by a water ionizer has these hydroxl ions. So, the bottled and tap waters that the average American consumes are NOT HEALTHY even if they’re alkaline! They don’t have any antioxidants!
Bottled and tap waters also don’t hydrate your body as effectively as ionized water. Tap water has 10-13 molecules in size. Ionized water contains only 5-6 water molecules. Due to its smaller molecular clusters, ionized water is absorbed by your body much faster than tap water!
Ionized Water as a Solution for Your Acidic Diet
Each day we eat foods and drink beverages which are very acidic like soda, french fries, meat, etc. Fast foods, processed foods and soft drinks are extremely acidic and produce the most free radicals when consumed. Consuming these acidic foods regularly will build acid waste in your body. Acid waste creates the ideal conditions for various diseases to develop, especially as we get older.
But by drinking ionized water, you can normalize and maintain your body’s pH! Because ionized water is so hydrating, you will eliminate more toxins. Because it is alkaline, you will fight acidic waste. Because it is full of antioxidants, you will lower oxidative stress levels in your cells and protect them from breaking down.
Ionized water also increases your blood’s oxygen level. It provides your organs and muscle tissues with oxygen and improves endurance. Ionized water strengthens your immune system and allows you to recover from sickness faster, that is why it is used in hospitals all over the world for post-surgery treatment.
Now that we’ve cleared some things up, is there anything healthier than ionized water that you can drink? Your body is over 80% water and you have to drink at least eight ounces every hour to keep hydrated, so you better make sure you’re drinking the highest quality, most natural water possible!