Alkaline water and hydration

Alkaline water and hydration 

We all know hydration is essential, but not all water hydrates in the same way. At zazen Water, we’ve seen how the right water can support healing and long-term health, and it’s why our purpose has never wavered: to help this generation of children grow up stronger and healthier.

Alkaline water has become a hot topic in recent years, with many people praising its smooth taste and superior hydration benefits. So is alkaline water good for health? Let’s take a look at the science behind the hype.

What is alkaline water?

In simple terms, alkaline water is water that’s slightly less acidic than ordinary tap water. The pH scale measures how acidic or alkaline a substance is and ranges from 0 (very acidic) to 14 (very alkaline), with 7 being neutral. Most tap water sits close to neutral, while alkaline water is usually in the 8 to 9.5 range.

Alkaline water’s higher pH comes from naturally occurring or restored minerals such as magnesium, calcium, potassium, sodium, and chloride. If you’re wondering how to produce alkaline water, it involves either naturally mineral-rich sources or a controlled restoration process that balances pH. These minerals don’t just raise pH; they act as buffers, helping the water neutralise acids.

Alkaline water and electrolytes

Many of these alkaline minerals are also known as electrolytes, which means they dissolve in water and carry an electrical charge. Sodium and potassium carry a positive charge, while chloride carries a negative charge. Electrolytes help maintain your body’s fluid balance, regulate pH, support muscle and nerve function, and keep your cells working efficiently.

The constant movement of these electrolytes across cell membranes help to power your body’s natural “hydration pump”. This pump draws nutrients into your cells and flushes out waste and excess water, helping to keep them in balance – a process that generates up to 25% of your daily energy. When you’re dehydrated, this pump becomes compromised, leading to fatigue, cravings, and lower immunity.

Alkalinity and the human body 

Our bodies are master regulators. Blood pH stays tightly between 7.35 and 7.45, thanks to systems in the lungs, kidneys, and blood buffers. Extreme exercise, high-acid diets, chronic stress, and environmental toxins can all challenge that balance, creating short periods of “acid load” that the body must work hard to correct.

Research is still emerging, but a less acidic body seems to support detox, bone health, energy, and gut and skin wellness. Reducing extra acid stress where you can is a simple win for overall health.

How alkaline water aids in hydration

Hydration isn’t just about how much you drink. It’s about how effectively your cells can use that water. Minerals in water are often more bioavailable than those in food, making them easier for the body to absorb and use.

A 2017 study involving athletes found that those who consumed alkaline mineral water for a week had lower urine specific gravity (a key marker of hydration) and cleared exercise-induced lactic acid more efficiently than those drinking regular water. So, while alkaline water doesn’t change blood pH in healthy individuals, its mineral-rich composition clearly supports more efficient cellular hydration. It also helps the body maintain peak performance and recover faster during and after intense activity.

The zazen Alkaline Water difference

It’s important to remember that not all alkaline water is good for you. Some tap water is considered alkaline because it has been treated with minerals like calcium to combat corrosion in water pipes – that doesn’t mean it’s balanced, healthy or tastes any good.

The right water is naturally alkaline and balanced with essential minerals that help your body stay hydrated and protected. The zazen Alkaline Water System does this part of our unique HydroGenesis 4-Stage process:

Stage 1: Pre-filtration (Ceramic Pre-Filter)

• Traps nanoplastics and microplastics, rust, sediment, mould and spores
• Blocks bacteria, giardia, parasites and harmful micro-organisms

Stage 2: Micro-filtration (Multi-Stage Filter)

• Micro-filters harmful toxins and chemicals
• Filters PFAS (forever chemicals), fluoride, aluminium, lead, arsenic, chlorine, pesticides, chemicals, copper, detergents and more
• Preserves beneficial alkaline minerals
• Adds silica to enhance clarity and taste

Stage 3: Restoration and balance (Alkalinity Enhancer, Natural Mineral Stones and Anti-Bacterial Stones)

• Infuses water with essential minerals like calcium and magnesium
• Filtered water reaches a state of homeostasis, restoring its natural state of balance
• Anti-Bacterial Stones keep the lower tank clean and fresh

Stage 4: Structuring and living (Magnetic Tap)

• Energetically charges and activates the water, as in nature
• Creates hexagonal structured molecules that nurture the body with water that's not just clean, but alive.

Unlike a lot of water filtration systems that simply remove chemicals and impurities from tap water, the zazen Hydro-Genesis process emulates Mother Nature’s water cycle to transform it into living water that’s clean, balanced and slightly alkaline.

The result is alkaline water designed to nourish and support every cell, help buffer daily acid load, and boost hydration for the whole family.

Discover the zazen Alkaline Water Filter System.