Alkaline Water Systems
Alkaline Water Systems
The United States Environmental Protection Agency recommends that the ph level of tap water should be between 6.5 and 8.5. But, like many others, these guidelines aren’t generally followed.
According to research, the pH of tap water in the country tends to fall much below the recommended levels – between 4.3 and 5.3 on average – putting it in the acidic range.
Healthcare experts advise against drinking acidic water as it contains high amounts of heavy metals and poses a health risk. From eroding the tooth enamel to irritating the gut lining to more serious problems like the weakening of bones due to poor calcium retention, acidic water can cause a number of health issues. Not to forget that it can also readily corrode and damage your plumbing.
For all these reasons and more, you need an alkaline water system in the home!
What is an Alkaline Water System?
An alkaline water system or filter, also called a water ionizer, is a water treatment system that changes the pH of water that goes through it from acidic to basic (alkaline), making it safer and healthier.
While elevating the pH of water is the primary job of an alkaline water treatment system, the good ones also filter it to remove any contaminants it may have.
How Does an Alkaline Water System Work?
Alkaline water systems use no single set way to treat acidic water. It varies.
That said, good quality and more comprehensive systems typically use reverse osmosis and remineralization or electrolysis to filter and alkalize water with acidic pH.
In reverse osmosis, the water is passed through a specialized membrane to filter chemicals, metals, and any other contaminants that it may have. Once the water is clean, it is either remineralized or decomposed using an electric current (depending on the system you’re using) to be made alkaline.
Alkaline water filters also typically break down water into smaller clusters for easier, more rapid, and better absorption. Some may also include one or more physical filters in addition to the reverse osmosis membrane for enhanced filtration.
Alkaline Water Systems Collection at Sedna
At Sedna, we aim to make high-quality water accessible to every home in California. But we also understand that water processing needs may vary for people across the state. Knowing this, we offer different types of residential water treatment systems.
For those getting acidic water supplied to their homes, we offer a range of alkaline water systems designed to improve the pH level and quality of water, making it clean, safer, and healthier. Alkaline water also has a distinctively crisp taste similar to mountain spring water and is known to offer a range of health benefits, too.
What Health Benefits Does Alkaline Water Offer?
Alkaline water is characterized by the smaller size of its molecules (as compared to acidic water) that are more readily and easily absorbed into the body, leading to better hydration and paving the way for all its benefits.
For those who may not know, hydration has been proven to play a vital role in digestion, nutrient absorption, and skin health, to name a few. It’s also linked to energy levels.
Along with improved hydration, alkaline water may also help with improving:
- Blood flow
- Acid reflux
- High cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose levels
- Bone health
- Oral health; acidic water or drinks can slowly erode the tooth enamel and lead to cavities
Alkaline Water Systems Limit Your Exposure to Heavy Metals
The greatest reason health experts advise against drinking acidic water is its high concentrations of heavy metals.
Acidic water has a higher propensity to leach metals from the environment. For this reason, acidic water supplied to households contains high amounts of metals, including, but not necessarily limited to, copper, lead, manganese, nickel, chromium, cadmium, and even arsenic. Drinking this water exposes you to all these heavy metals and puts you at risk of heavy metal poisoning.
Alkaline water systems help reduce (if not eliminate) your exposure to these heavy metals by removing them from your water supply. They also alter the water’s pH level to ensure it doesn’t reabsorb harmful metals after filtering it.
Alkaline Water Is Good for Your Plumbing, Too
Acidic water is highly corrosive and can wreak havoc on your plumbing.
When water with a low pH level continuously flows through your pipes, it slowly dissolves the metal they are made of. This not only raises the risk of plumbing leaks and broken pipes but also increases the amount and concentration of metal contaminants in water.
Experience the benefits of alkaline water first-hand with a first-grade alkaline water system from Sedna.
Call us today for professional advice or to schedule an installation appointment.
