Let’s get the science-y bit out of the way, fast. Regular tap water has a neutral pH around 7, while alkaline water typically sits at a pH of 8 or 9—sometimes higher if you’re using those fancy ionizing machines. People claim it can neutralize acid in your body, like some kind of internal fire extinguisher. But here’s the kicker: your stomach is a pit of hydrochloric acid (pH 1.5 to 3.5), so dropping a slightly less acidic drink into that chaos is like throwing a pebble at a tsunami.
What Is Alkaline Water Used For
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