Your body is 60-70% water. Every system — from temperature regulation to nutrient transport — depends on proper hydration. A simple formula: take your body weight in pounds and divide by two. That’s the minimum ounces of water you need daily. A 160-pound person should drink at least 80 ounces. Add more if you exercise, …
Category: Alkaline
The Dangers of Chlorinated Tap Water
Chlorinated tap water may kill bacteria at the treatment plant, but it continues killing beneficial bacteria in your gut long after you drink it. This can weaken your immune system over time. Chlorine also combines with organic matter in water to form trihalomethanes — known carcinogens linked to increased risk of bladder, breast, …
Why Minerals Matter in Your Drinking Water
Creating truly healthy water means removing harmful contaminants while preserving beneficial minerals. According to Dr. John Sorenson, a leading expert on mineral metabolism, minerals in drinking water are more easily absorbed than those from food. Many purification systems strip everything out — both bad bacteria and good minerals. This “dead water” can’t …
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