In order to digest food and kill the kinds of bacteria and viruses that come with the food, the inside of our stomach is acidic. The stomach pH value is maintained at around 4. When we eat food and drink water, especially alkaline water, the pH value inside the stomach goes up. When this happens, there is a feedback mechanism in our stomach to detect this and commands the stomach wall to secrete more hydrochloric acid into the stomach to bring the pH value back to 4. So the stomach becomes acidic again. When we drink more alkaline water, more hydrochloric acid is secreted to maintain the stomach pH value. It seems like a losing battle.

However, when you understand how the stomach wall makes hydrochloric acid, your concerns will disappear. A pathologist friend of mine gave me the following explanation. There is no hydrochloric acid pouch in our body. If there were, it would burn a hole in our body. The cells in our stomach wall must produce it on an instantly-as-needed basis. The ingredients in the stomach cell that make hydrochloric acid (HCl) are carbon dioxide (CO2), water (H2O), and sodium chloride (NaCl) or potassium chloride (KCl). NaCl + H2O + CO2 = HCl + NaHCO3, or

KCl + H2O + CO2 = HCl + KHCO3

As we can see, the byproduct of making hydrochloric acid is sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) or potassium bicarbonate (KHCO3), which goes into blood stream. These bicarbonates are the alkaline buffers that neutralize excess acids in the blood; they dissolve solid acid wastes into liquid form. As they neutralize the solid acidic wastes, extra carbon dioxide is released, which is discharged through the lungs.

Fluid replacement promotes optimal physical performance. 1

Electrolyzed-reduced water scavenges active oxygen & protects DNA from oxidative damage. 2

Declines in blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. 3

Improvements in liver function exams in hepatic disorders. 3

Improvements in gastroduodenal ulcer and prevention of their recurrences. 3

Improvements in allergic disorders such as asthma, urticaria, rhinites and atopic dermatitis. 3

Improvements in hypertension and hypotension. 3

Alkaline ionized water was regarded to be effective for improvements of osteogenesis under the conditions of insufficient calcium. 4

http://heartspring.net/alkalin e_water_health.html

Answered by Reeta K , an ibibo Master, at 5:42 PM on September 01, 2008

hello rinku

alkaline means excess of Ca n Mg salts..
not really
what we have is beneficial
as long as water is clean n germ free.

Answered by Saq , an ibibo Master, at 5:10 PM on September 01, 2008

Well rinku,
Water is one of the most important factors when becoming and staying healthy and vibrant. Our bodies are 70% water and our blood is 94% water - if we follow the recommendation to drink at least two litres of water per day and this water is acid and polluted - imagine what this will do to our bodies?!

As the majority of the foods we eat create acid wastes in our system, it is important to drink alkaline water in order to maintain a optimal health and energy, particularly as acid water ((less than pH 7) is a hotbed of microorganisms, bacteria and viruses.

Acid wastes (from the lifestyles we lead - not only from food and drink, but also from stress and other pollutants) are dumped into the bloodstream and lymph, and then are transported to the liver and kidneys for the detoxification processing and elimination. The pH level of our internal fluids affects every living cell in our bodies and the effect that over-acidification can have upon the health of our bodies is immense, with a chronically over acidic pH creating an extremely negative environment which affects all cellular functions from the beatings of the heart to the neural workings of the brain.

In order to hydrate your body optimally, you need to drink water that is alkalizing and mineral rich. Alkaline water helps to neutralize acids and remove toxins from the body. Alkalizing water also acts as a conductor of electrochemical activity from cell to cell. Ideally, water should have a ph between 9 and 10, and you should be drinking 3-4 liters of it daily. As you hydrate your body properly, you’ll develop more of a thirst for water. Food cravings are often the body’s cry for water. You might already have more of a thirst than you even realize.

source :http://www.webnary.com/?af=knt&wrd =optimal%20health&source=Kontera&me dium=intext

Answered by Priyanka C , an ibibo Master, at 11:05 PM on August 30, 2008

The average suggestion of water consumption per day ranges from 2.5 litres to 4 litres - so it is imperative that we ensure that this water is of the highest quality.

There is a lot of discussion about the merits of alkaline water (particularly in the open publishing medium known as the Internet) - however, regardless of who you listen to regarding this debate there is one thing that is certain:

the process of making making water alkaline increases the purity of the water by filtering out toxins and impurities

For those who are not so sceptical about the benefits of the alkaline lifestyle, alkaline water helps to neutralise acids and remove toxins from the body - it is a great cleanser and helps to detoxify our system.

There are three main methods to make alkaline water:

Using a distiller
Using a water ioniser
Adding alkaline ingredients to the water
visit www.energiseforlife.co

Answered by Jyothi , an ibibo Master, at 7:23 PM on August 27, 2008

well, In order to digest food and kill the kinds of bacteria and viruses that come with the food, the inside of our stomach is acidic. The stomach pH value is maintained at around 4. When we eat food and drink water, especially alkaline water, the pH value inside the stomach goes up. When this happens, there is a feedback mechanism in our stomach to detect this and commands the stomach wall to secrete more hydrochloric acid into the stomach to bring the pH value back to 4. So the stomach becomes acidic again. When we drink more alkaline water, more hydrochloric acid is secreted to maintain the stomach pH value. It seems like a losing battle.

However, when you understand how the stomach wall makes hydrochloric acid, your concerns will disappear. A pathologist friend of mine gave me the following explanation. There is no hydrochloric acid pouch in our body. If there were, it would burn a hole in our body. The cells in our stomach wall must produce it on an instantly-as-needed basis. The ingredients in the stomach cell that make hydrochloric acid (HCl) are carbon dioxide (CO2), water (H2O), and sodium chloride (NaCl) or potassium chloride (KCl). NaCl + H2O + CO2 = HCl + NaHCO3, or

KCl + H2O + CO2 = HCl + KHCO3

As we can see, the byproduct of making hydrochloric acid is sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) or potassium bicarbonate (KHCO3), which goes into blood stream. These bicarbonates are the alkaline buffers that neutralize excess acids in the blood; they dissolve solid acid wastes into liquid form. As they neutralize the solid acidic wastes, extra carbon dioxide is released, which is discharged through the lungs.

Fluid replacement promotes optimal physical performance. 1

Electrolyzed-reduced water scavenges active oxygen & protects DNA from oxidative damage. 2

Declines in blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. 3

Improvements in liver function exams in hepatic disorders. 3

Improvements in gastroduodenal ulcer and prevention of their recurrences. 3

Improvements in allergic disorders such as asthma, urticaria, rhinites and atopic dermatitis. 3

Improvements in hypertension and hypotension. 3

Alkaline ionized water was regarded to be effective for improvements of osteogenesis under the conditions of insufficient calcium. 4

For more hit the link: http://heartspring.net/alkalin e_water_health.html

Answered by Satya ~ , an ibibo Master, at 12:10 PM on August 27, 2008

well rinku Acid wastes (from the lifestyles we lead - not only from food and drink, but also from stress and other pollutants) are dumped into the bloodstream and lymph, and then are transported to the liver and kidneys for the detoxification processing and elimination. The pH level of our internal fluids affects every living cell in our bodies and the effect that over-acidification can have upon the health of our bodies is immense, with a chronically over acidic pH creating an extremely negative environment which affects all cellular functions from the beatings of the heart to the neural workings of the brain.

In order to hydrate your body optimally, you need to drink water that is alkaline and mineral rich. Alkaline water helps to neutralise acids and remove toxins from the body. Alkaline water also acts as a conductor of electrochemical activity from cell to cell. Ideally, water should have a ph between 9 and 10, and you should be drinking 3-4 litres of it daily. As you hydrate your body properly, you’ll develop more of a thirst for water.

Food cravings are often the body’s cry for water. You might already have more of a thirst than you even realise - and if you are going to quench it, make sure your water is alkaline!

and also There has been much discussion over the past few years about the quality of the water we drink and the effects that this may have on our health. Many health experts believe that the low-quality of tap water in the UK can pose health concerns, particularly if we rely upon this as our main source of water when consuming the recommended 2+ litres each day.

As a result, millions have turned to bottled water - creating a £1.57 billion market in just one generation. However, with prices constantly on the rise, and serious question marks over quality (is it really any better than tap water) - individuals are now looking to increase the quality of water in their own home

Answered by sanjay , an ibibo Guru, at 10:30 AM on August 27, 2008

well,Alkaline water has a higher pH level than normal tap water. Some proponents say that alkaline water can neutralize acid in your bloodstream, boost your energy level and metabolism, and help your body absorb nutrients more effectively. Others say that alkaline water can help you resist disease and slow the aging process.
source:www.birthofam om.org/bodymayo.cfm?xyzpdqabc= 0&id=6&action=detail&ref=4251

Answered by Debashis , an ibibo Master, at 9:21 AM on August 27, 2008

the blood's pH level is very tightly controlled to fall somewhere between 7.35 to 7.45. To maintain this pH level, the body neutralizes acidic drinks like softdrinks with alkaline blood buffers.

The problem is that when we keep on ingesting acidic foods and drinks, we use up our body's limited supply of alkaline buffers and thus they become unavailable to neutralize the other acidic waste products continually produced by our bodies, including organic byproducts of digestion such as acetic acid, lactic acid, carbonic acid, and uric acid. When we don't have enough alkaline buffers to neutralize these acidic waste products, our bodies sustain health damage and become ideal for the development of cancer cells.

Because of this need to preserve the alkalinity in the blood, so it is specifically recommend to drink only alkaline water (of pH up to 9.5 and 10).

Answered by pankaj , an ibibo Advisor, at 8:01 PM on August 26, 2008

Alkaline Ionized water is changing peoples lives and bringing a new level of health, clarity & energy to those who drink it regularly. We sell water ionizers that not only filter your water at the tap, but alter it to produce “living water” – similar in property to the legendary waters of the Hunza region or Glaciers in Alaska. For athletes, the ultimate sports drink – achieve peak performance through increased hydration & oxygen. Super alkalinity protects your body’s precious reserves of essential minerals like calcium, magnesium and potassium. It will also help promote a clean microbe-free environment within your bloodstream – the foundation of all new healthy cellular growth.

Answered by Shampa 2007 , an ibibo Master, at 7:43 PM on August 26, 2008

Yes,it has a special health benefit.It helps the chain smokers(of tobacco) to reduce and stop the habit of smoking.Researchers have discovered that while acidic urine rapidly depletes a smoker's nicotin reserves,the urine produced after drinking Alkaline water takes less nicotin with it,thus delaying the craving for tobacco.

Answered by SUKUMARAN , an ibibo Master, at 6:34 PM on August 26, 2008