Most bottled waters are surprisingly acidic, despite their pure image. Many have a pH well below 7.0 — sometimes as acidic as soda. Reverse osmosis water is often especially acidic. This matters because chronic acidity stresses your body. It forces your system to use up alkaline minerals to maintain proper pH, potentially leading …
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The Acid-Alkaline Balance: Why It Matters
The acid-alkaline balance in your body affects every cell. Most degenerative diseases — including cancer, heart disease, arthritis, and osteoporosis — are linked to chronic acidity. A healthy body maintains slightly alkaline blood pH between 7.1 and 7.5. Modern diets heavy in processed foods, sugar, and caffeine push us toward acidity. When the …
How Much Water Do You Really Need?
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, …
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, …