Alkaline water is the opposite of acidic water. It has a higher pH level than plain water.
Claims of health benefits have helped increase the popularity of alkaline diets and sales of machines that turn water alkaline. Ionizing machines are one example of these products, which can cost over a thousand dollars.
But what scientific evidence lies behind drinking alkaline water? Are there any proven health benefits?
Contents of this article:
- What is alkaline water?
- Alkaline water and bone health
- Alkaline water and cancer
- Alkaline water and acid reflux
- Summary of health benefits to drinking alkaline water
- Why is hydration important?
