I recently stumbled upon some fascinating insights about the differences between under-counter alkaline ionizers and mineral alkaline water. What truly caught my eye was an interview with International water expert Robert Slovak.
Who is Robert Slovak?
Robert Slovak co-founded Water and Wellness after 40+ years as one of the world’s foremost water scientists. He and his brother were pioneers in reverse osmosis (RO) technology, revolutionizing applications such as:
- RO drinking water systems
- Spot-free car washes
- Bottled water production
- Laboratory purification
- Hemodialysis
- Seawater desalination
- Microchip production
- Water vending
The Shocking Truth About Alkaline Ionizers
Slovak explains that small counter-style alkaline systems might actually be harmful. Let’s break it down:
Understanding pH and Alkaline Water
- pH stands for the potential for hydrogen, indicating the concentration of hydrogen ions in the water.
- Alkaline water has a pH level above 7.
How Alkaline Ionizers Work
Alkaline ionizers use electrolysis, a process where water is split into two streams:
- Alkaline Minerals – Water with a pH above 7, meant for consumption.
- Acid Minerals – Water with a pH below 7, used for other purposes.
Robert Slovak’s Insights
According to Slovak, many believe that alkaline water neutralizes stomach acid, but this isn’t entirely true. Alkaline water needs substantial alkalinity, not just a high pH. He explains:
“Alkaline water does not mean that it has substantial alkalinity. There must be alkaline minerals in the water to produce alkalinity.“
In areas with low alkaline mineral content, like Seattle, Albany, or Denver, an alkaline ionizer can create water with a high pH, but this doesn’t guarantee high alkalinity. High pH water from an ionizer is quickly neutralized by stomach acid. The truth is, people are being hoodwinked into thinking that this high pH is guaranteeing the neutralization of the acid in their stomachs, but in fact, it’s not doing anything at all!
The Deception in Alkaline Water Marketing
Slovak finds it reprehensible that marketers claim high pH means effective acid neutralization. This misleads customers into thinking they’re getting beneficial alkaline water when they’re not.
A Better Alternative: H2O Refined
At H2O Refined, our alkaline water is not ionized. We use a commercial-grade 12-stage reverse osmosis system to remove impurities and make the water truly healthy. After purification, we reintroduce essential minerals like electrolytes, calcium, and magnesium, raising the pH to 9-9.5.
Why Choose H2O Refined?
- Drink Healthy: It’s not just a tagline for us; it’s our mission.
- Variety: We offer purified, alkaline, and distilled water, all clean, refreshing, and healthy.
- Experience: Come in and taste the difference yourself.
Drink Healthy!