Of the primary requirements for life, water is more critical than food. We can go weeks without food, but without water we perish faster than when food is omitted. That being said, the quality of water consumed needs to be considered as important.
For dynamic health, we must maintain a balance of acids and bases. That’s what pH is all about. Metabolism and cellular health is dependent on a balance of these acids and bases (alkalinity).
The pH scale runs from zero to 14, with the highest numbers in the alkaline range and low numbers in the acidic range. 7 is considered neutral, neither alkaline nor acid. Healthy stomach acid is in the 1.8 to 2.3 range.
The foods we consume impact our pH. To balance out the acids and bases consumed, water plays a hefty role. The pH of the water we consume can greatly influence cellular health. In most instances, water that contains some alkaline minerals like naturally hard water with calcium bicarbonate assists in balancing an over acid system, and provides valuable organic minerals.
Calcium bicarbonate is easily metabolized, not like the common calcium carbonate found in many cheap calcium supplements. Although fluoride is a mineral, the amount required for balancing our health is minimal. Fluoride is toxic if added to the water supply. Unfortunately, it’s been abused just like mercury. Both are considered biohazards, with very strict guidelines for disposal, yet we’re encouraged to put them in our mouth. If these are extremely toxic, why are we putting mercury in teeth and fluoride in our water supply?
Distilled water contains no minerals, and by nature is acidic in it’s effects on the body. Lacking minerals dissolved in the water makes it hungry for minerals. If a person is drinking distilled water it’s important they consume an abundance of organic minerals to offset the loss caused by a mineral hungry water, otherwise systemic acidity can occur, resulting in various joint pains and potential onset of various illnesses.
Sugar and the metabolism of it can cause a lower systemic pH resulting in accelerated inflammation. It’s obvious the consumption of an alkaline water can help offset the pH altering effect of a high carbohydrate diet, but the best direction to go is to cut out the excess sugars. Just as acidic water is unhealthy, raising the pH too high can also be damaging. There are units available which create alkaline water, and can be of benefit, but use caution as going too alkaline can be just as damaging as too acidic. Remember, our body likes balance.
One of the best sources of healthy water is getting it from springs that have a balance of minerals and organic matter. Many times, this organic matter helps to create a natural inoculation against many diseases. The broad spectrum of minerals available in spring water can help replace minerals missing from today’s foods grown on lands which have been stripped of their healthy topsoil and natural nitrogen fixing organisms.
There’s a spring out in the Apery area where people have been getting water for decades. I’ve heard tales of people traveling with horse and buggy to get water. When I’ve been there in the past, I’ve met people who’ve come all their lives for good clean water.
If I’d been told 60 years ago that water would be sold in stores for more than a gallon of gas, I’d have laughed you out of the building. Unfortunately, good healthy water has become extremely valuable. Knowing that in other countries we’re digging wells to provide citizens with a healthier life, we need to protect the groundwater we have right here.
When I see roadside spraying along side the Clatskanie river, I question who’s minding the store. Wells are commonly contaminated with heavy metals and organic chemicals from agricultural activities. All of this can eventually make it into the aquifers.
If you have a good clean water source, protect it. If not, seek a reliable source of water, since water is a vital connection to your health and wellbeing. Healthy water consumption is considered one ounce of water for every 2 pounds of body weight daily.
For dynamic health, we must maintain a balance of acids and bases. That’s what pH is all about. Metabolism and cellular health is dependent on a balance of these acids and bases (alkalinity).
The pH scale runs from zero to 14, with the highest numbers in the alkaline range and low numbers in the acidic range. 7 is considered neutral, neither alkaline nor acid. Healthy stomach acid is in the 1.8 to 2.3 range.
The foods we consume impact our pH. To balance out the acids and bases consumed, water plays a hefty role. The pH of the water we consume can greatly influence cellular health. In most instances, water that contains some alkaline minerals like naturally hard water with calcium bicarbonate assists in balancing an over acid system, and provides valuable organic minerals.
Calcium bicarbonate is easily metabolized, not like the common calcium carbonate found in many cheap calcium supplements. Although fluoride is a mineral, the amount required for balancing our health is minimal. Fluoride is toxic if added to the water supply. Unfortunately, it’s been abused just like mercury. Both are considered biohazards, with very strict guidelines for disposal, yet we’re encouraged to put them in our mouth. If these are extremely toxic, why are we putting mercury in teeth and fluoride in our water supply?
Distilled water contains no minerals, and by nature is acidic in it’s effects on the body. Lacking minerals dissolved in the water makes it hungry for minerals. If a person is drinking distilled water it’s important they consume an abundance of organic minerals to offset the loss caused by a mineral hungry water, otherwise systemic acidity can occur, resulting in various joint pains and potential onset of various illnesses.
Sugar and the metabolism of it can cause a lower systemic pH resulting in accelerated inflammation. It’s obvious the consumption of an alkaline water can help offset the pH altering effect of a high carbohydrate diet, but the best direction to go is to cut out the excess sugars. Just as acidic water is unhealthy, raising the pH too high can also be damaging. There are units available which create alkaline water, and can be of benefit, but use caution as going too alkaline can be just as damaging as too acidic. Remember, our body likes balance.
One of the best sources of healthy water is getting it from springs that have a balance of minerals and organic matter. Many times, this organic matter helps to create a natural inoculation against many diseases. The broad spectrum of minerals available in spring water can help replace minerals missing from today’s foods grown on lands which have been stripped of their healthy topsoil and natural nitrogen fixing organisms.
There’s a spring out in the Apery area where people have been getting water for decades. I’ve heard tales of people traveling with horse and buggy to get water. When I’ve been there in the past, I’ve met people who’ve come all their lives for good clean water.
If I’d been told 60 years ago that water would be sold in stores for more than a gallon of gas, I’d have laughed you out of the building. Unfortunately, good healthy water has become extremely valuable. Knowing that in other countries we’re digging wells to provide citizens with a healthier life, we need to protect the groundwater we have right here.
When I see roadside spraying along side the Clatskanie river, I question who’s minding the store. Wells are commonly contaminated with heavy metals and organic chemicals from agricultural activities. All of this can eventually make it into the aquifers.
If you have a good clean water source, protect it. If not, seek a reliable source of water, since water is a vital connection to your health and wellbeing. Healthy water consumption is considered one ounce of water for every 2 pounds of body weight daily.
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