Category: Water ionizers

In Japan, Kangen water has been used in hospitals for over five decades for its purported health benefits. This unique alkaline water is not drawn from a special spring, but rather created from your home's tap water using an advanced water ionizer machine and a process known as electrolysis. The transformation from regular tap water to hydrogen-rich, ionized Kangen water involves filtration, separation, and pH adjustment, all within a single device.

Enagic Kangen water machines rely on a built-in filter as a crucial first step in their process, designed to produce clean water before the ionization occurs. This standard filter's primary function is to remove or reduce common impurities, while comprehensive removal of contaminants like heavy metals and pathogens requires additional specialized pre-filters.

According to Enagic, Kangen water is characterized by a negative oxidation-reduction potential, or ORP. This electrical measurement indicates a substance's tendency to either donate or accept electrons, with a negative reading signifying a higher antioxidant potential. The negative ORP in Kangen water is central to its promoted health benefits, which enthusiasts claim includes reducing oxidative stress in the body.

The price of 11.5 pH water is not straightforward, with high-end water ionizer machines like those from Enagic costing thousands of dollars. This strong alkaline water is typically not for drinking and is primarily valued for its non-consumptive applications like cleaning and emulsifying oils.