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How Can I Store Alkaline Water?

Alkaline water is thought to be very healthy for people who drink it regularly, so much so that people have begun storing alkaline water in their homes in a variety of ways. This can be done easily, though for short periods of time, with specific types of healthy containers. The water can also be generated and stored with the use of equipment you can install.

  1. Alkaline Water Ionizer

    • An alkaline water ionizer can be installed on the main water line to the home. Regular tap water flows through the water ionizer and undergoes an electrolysis process which breaks the water into two streams, one of which is alkaline, with a pH above 7.0, while the other which is acidic, with a pH below 7.0. The alkaline water can then be drunk and used for plants. The acidic water can be used for sanitizing or can be disposed of. The alkaline water will be stored within the alkaline water ionizer until you need to use it. Some alkaline water ionizers are even self-cleaning so little maintenance is required. However, alkaline water ionizers are rather expensive to buy and have installed on your water line.

    Bottles and Jugs

    • Alkaline water can be stored in bottles and jugs with caps on them that are tightly affixed. The containers can be stored in or out of the refrigerator but are best stored out of direct sunlight. It is also very important to store alkaline water in a material that won't release chemicals into it, changing the pH levels of the water. Glass, porcelain or non-toxic ceramic is ideal for storing alkaline water. Alkaline properties will persist in the stored water for up to two weeks, although they start to decline after the first day.

    Health Benefits

    • A variety of health benefits are attributed to the drinking of alkaline water, according to Ion Life. The water can absorb into your body much more quickly. Skin and hair will become significantly softer. Vitamins and minerals can also be absorbed more easily. More medical studies are being done on the effects of alkaline water over time, but there is evidence it also helps with digestive problems.

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