What is Kangen Water?
What is Kangen Water?
Kangen water is a type of alkaline, hydrogen-rich water produced by electrolysis machines manufactured by a Japanese company called Enagic. The term "Kangen" means "return to origin" in Japanese. These machines use a process called electrolysis to separate water into alkaline and acidic streams. The alkaline water, with a pH typically between 8.8 and 9.5, is meant for drinking, while the acidic water is recommended for cleaning purposes (Shirahata et al., 2012).
The electrolysis process works by passing water over electrically charged plates. This separates the water into:
- Alkaline water (pH 8.8-9.5) - for drinking
- Neutral water (pH 7.0) - for medication
- Slightly acidic water (pH 5.5-6.5) - for beauty care
- Strong acidic water (pH 2.7) - for cleaning and disinfecting
Kangen water is more easily absorbed by the body and can provide various health benefits due to its alkaline pH and antioxidant properties from dissolved hydrogen gas.
Benefits of Kangen Water
Kangen Water is not just any water; it offers a range of advantages that can enhance your well-being:
- Alkaline Benefits: Help balance your body’s pH levels and prevent acidity-related health issues.
- Antioxidant Properties: Combat oxidative stress with the dissolved hydrogen that neutralizes harmful free radicals.
- Improved Hydration: Smaller molecular structure allows for better absorption, ensuring optimal hydration.
- Detoxification: Effectively flush out toxins for a cleaner, healthier body.
- Enhanced Taste: Enjoy smoother, contaminant-free water that tastes refreshing.
- Skincare Benefits: Hydrate and soothe skin conditions with water that matches your skin's pH.
- Reduced Inflammation & DNA Damage: Clinical trials show significant decreases in inflammation and DNA damage among Kangen Water consumers.
- Anti-Aging Effects: Studies suggest that hydrogen-rich water may promote telomere length, potentially slowing biological aging.
- Ideal for Sanitizing: Use acidic electrolyzed water as an effective disinfectant for surfaces, contributing to a cleaner environment.
- Improved athletic performance and recovery: Reduces lactic acid buildup and improves hydration for athletes.
Curious to learn more about Kangen Water and the Enagic Water Ionizer? For personalized information, feel free to reach out to Heather at 443.688.2311 or email heather@quietwatersesthetics.com. Embrace the power of Kangen Water and enhance your health today!
