In the age of detoxing and antioxidants, it can be like a badge of honour for a food or liquid to justifiably claim these qualities. Green tea, blueberries and dark chocolate are only a few of the products that have becoming increasingly popular with the millennials seeking those new revitalising dietary habits, due to their rich antioxidant properties. It may come as a surprise then, that water alone can have it's very own antioxidant properties. This is measured by Oxidation Reduction Potential (ORP) and can be altered by certain filtration processes. What is ORP? ORP is 'stored' potential energy that is expressed in terms of electrical millivolts when measured in water. By measuring the slight voltage present in the liquid...
Electrolytes. You've almost certainly heard the term in the marketing campaigns of sports & energy drinks companies but do you know what they are? An electrolyte is a substance that produces an electrically conducting solution when dissolved into water. They carry electrical charges which are essential for carrying out important physiological functions in the human body. The table below shows the main electrolytes and the functions they perform in your body: Electrolyte Functions in the body Calcium Necessary for muscle contraction, nerve function, blood clotting, cell division, healthy bones and teeth Chloride Maintains fluid balance in the body Potassium Regulates heart contraction, helps maintain fluid balance Magnesium Necessary for muscle contraction, nerve function, heart rhythm, bone strength, generating energy and...
I think you'll agree that acid reflux (or heartburn) can be one of the most irritating experiences you can suffer from after enjoying your evening meal. Not only can it cause great discomfort for hours after eating but it can also trigger a frustrating sense of regret about indulging in your favourite cuisine. There are numerous reputed remedies for acid reflux but could the most simple cure have been easily accessible in your home all this time? In today's post, we're going to show you how you can cure acid reflux using the most common household appliance. What is Acid Reflux and How Does it Occur? Perhaps more commonly known as heartburn or indigestion, acid reflux is often caused by Gastroesophageal reflux disease...
Alkaline Water is water with a pH level higher than 7.0, making it less acidic than standard tap water. What is pH Level? The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14. Liquids between 0-7 are considered acidic and those between 7-14 are considered alkaline. To provide a substantive comparison, wine generally has a very acidic pH level between 2.5-3.5 and beer a little higher at around 4.0-5.0 (Driscoll, 1986). Seawater is around 8.0 and cleaning detergents have extremely high pH levels of 12.0+. There are a number of contradicting accounts of the health impact of pH levels of drinking water. The World Health Organisation (WHO) states there is 'no health-based guideline value is proposed for pH.' However it is widely...
We are delighted to share with you other latest independent product review of our alkaline water filter from the Monsoon of Random blog. Monsoon of Random is an ethical lifestyle blog which contains content on a wide range of issues from ethical causes & campaigns, to fashion and food & drink.
The review of the Phox Water Alkaline Water Jug looks at all aspects of the product including the environmental benefits, the substantial increase in water quality and how Kinetic Water can even improve the quality of your tea!
