Kangen water is alkaline water that is said to have many benefits, including being beneficial for your skin and aiding digestive issues. Water carries nutrients to cells, helps with digestion, flushes out toxins, helps prevent headaches and fatigue, and can even aid in weight loss or maintenance. Our bodies are up to 75% water, and staying well-hydrated is critical to our optimum health and survival. In this blog post, our team will dive into what kangen water therapy is, how it works, and what the science says about its efficacy.
What Is Kangen Water Therapy?
Alkaline water has a pH level of 8 or above. Higher ph levels often provide additional health benefits. The alkalinity of the water is said to help with various health concerns, such as digestive issues, skin problems, and fatigue. Some people also believe that alkaline water can help neutralize acid in the body, although there is no scientific evidence to support this claim.
How Does It Work?
There are ionizer machines that can be bought for home use or found in some spas that change regular tap water into alkaline water. The machine does this by using electrolysis to separate the H+ and OH- ions in the water, which changes the pH level. It’s important to note that while you can buy an at-home machine, it’s best to go to a certified professional such as AccuCare Physical Therapy located in Brick, New Jersey, to make sure the machine is working properly. If not used correctly, it could produce unsafe levels of chlorine gas.
What Ailments Does Kangen Water Therapy Help?
Kangen water therapy provides numerous benefits to the user. We are going to break down a few of our top favorites!
-Decreases acidity in the bloodstream
-Increases energy
-Improves hydration
-Improves skin
-Weight loss
-Decreases acid reflux
-Slow aging
-Improves digestion
-Reduces bone loss
How Long is a Session?
Session lengths depend on what you’re using the therapy for but usually range from 15-45 minutes, during which you relax and let the alkaline water do its job.
What Does the Science Say?
One study found according to PubMed states that alkaline water with a pH of 8.8 can deactivate pepsin, which is an enzyme responsible for digesting protein. This means that alkaline water could help people who suffer from indigestion.
Other studies have found that alkaline water can also help with rehydration. In one study by the National Library of Medicine, participants who drank alkaline ionized mineral water (AIMW) had higher blood hemoglobin and plasma sodium concentrations than those who drank plain distilled water (PDW). The AIMW group also had higher urinary output over the course of 24 hours than those in the PDW group, meaning they were better hydrated. This is likely because AIMW has a lower osmotic pressure than PDW, meaning it doesn’t draw fluid out of cells as much as PDW does.
Water is essential for human life. It’s no wonder that people are looking for new and innovative ways to improve their health by drinking more water. Kangen water therapy may be one of those options. If you are looking for an all-natural way to better your health, kangen water may be the perfect solution for you. At AccuCare Physical Therapy, we will ensure your session is tailored to your needs so you have the best experience possible. Make an appointment today or call us for more information at 732-785-5500.