The Sensible Use of Anti-Oxidant Alkaline Water

Antioxidant alkaline (AA) water is relatively new to North America and little is understood here about its proper use. With 15 years of personal use and hundreds of clients who have used antioxidant water as well, a large amount of experience and knowledge allow for this guide to be written. The health benefits of antioxidant water are numerous and valuable. Much disinformation exists about antioxidant water that needs to be dispelled and corrected.
Antioxidant water contains electrical energy which is capable of neutralizing free radicals. Free radicals exist in much of our food, our cosmetics, our air, and are even created by negative thinking. Having our water as an antioxidant beverage is absolutely invaluable. Those consuming this water on a regular basis will inevitably testify as to its benefits and health giving qualities.
Numerous processes exist to create antioxidant water. The most effective and affordable process is Bio Ceramic Transformation. This process uses bio ceramic materials to change the chemical and physical properties of water so as to recreate the water that once existed on this planet. This water is found naturally in a few select locations and the populations that consume this water on a regular basis tend to have exceptionally long and healthy lives.
General recommendations
When first taking antioxidant water, one should proceed slowly. A vast majority of the North American population is suffering from toxic overload syndrome. This is a level of toxins in the body tissues well above that which is recognized as safe by alternative health professions.  Antioxidant water assists the body in cleansing itself of these toxins and initially this must be done at a slow rate. Two glasses a day of bio transformational water is sufficient for the first two or three days.  If some cleansing symptoms are present then continuing at one or two glasses is recommended. A person can increase their intake from there according to their thirst level. If using an electrical ionizer it is recommended to start at the lower level pH setting and slowly build up to the level that best suits the consumer.
Antioxidant Alkaline water during the day
Upon rising, consume at least one large class of antioxidant alkaline  water prior to doing anything else in the morning routine. Our bodies tend to become somewhat acidic during the night and consequently many people wake up achy and groggy in the morning. Many people find that they need less or perhaps no coffee when they consume antioxidant water first thing. If one consumes coffee or tea it is advisable to use antioxidant water to make the beverage. Acidic beverages acidify the body and using antioxidant alkaline water helps to counteract this.
Keep antioxidant water available at all times during the day. Have a water bottle in the car, a glass and pitcher on the desk and a sport bottle if involved in any sporting activity. I travel with a portable bio ceramic device ( Cerra Pitcher) so that I am always able to have the best water possible. There are times, such as in airports, when one is forced to drink commercial bottled water. With a portable bio ceramic device one can have the best water possible anywhere one travels.
With Meals
Do not consume antioxidant alkaline water with meals! The reasons behind this are based in science. Understanding how the digestive system works is important here. Water consumed on an empty stomach does not stay in the stomach. It passes directly through into the small intestine which naturally has an alkaline environment. Antioxidant alkaline water will only stay in the stomach if it is consumed during a meal or with a full stomach. Consuming any alkaline liquid (including milk) during meals can have a detrimental effect on the stomach’s ability to digest food. Whether the stomach is producing too much or too little acid, alkaline water will have a beneficial effect but must be consumed away from meals. People commonly find that their symptoms of indigestion and heartburn are greatly relieved within a few short days. It is not uncommon to see people free from the need to take pills to help their digestion. One may consume antioxidant water up to 10 min. prior to but at least 40 min. after a meal.
Daytime Use
During the day one should consume 8 to 10 ounces at least every two hours. If one uses anti-oxidant  alkaline water for their beverages one can include this in their water intake. Consuming acidic beverages such as wine beer or soft drinks should be counteracted as much as possible by increasing the intake of antioxidant water. Two large glasses of antioxidant water usually relieves a hangover in a very short period of time. A hangover is actually an episode of acute dehydration of the brain caused by overconsumption of alcohol. Consuming a large class of  AA water prior to retiring for the night will frequently allow one to awake without a hangover. Many headaches are relieved by drinking a large class of antioxidant water.
Antioxidant water should be used for all cooking. The process of heating food creates acidity and in most cases decreases the antioxidant capabilities of the food. Starting the cooking process with antioxidant water reduces this effect. It is advisable to use the Cerra stone in all cooking. This Cerra stone increases alkalinity and the antioxidant capabilities of all food that is prepared with the stone. Go to www.Cerrawater.com for more information.
At night
It is generally advisable to stop drinking antioxidant water approximately 2 hours prior to going to bed. This usually prevents one from having to get up during the night to empty the bladder. If I am awake during the night for any reason I will frequently have a small glass of antioxidant water prior to returning to bed.
Physical activity
It is highly advisable to consume a large glass of antioxidant water prior to a physical workout of any sort. Continue consuming antioxidant water during the workout or physical activity. Many gyms are incorporating antioxidant alkaline  water into their client programs. If one has a very physical job, especially in the summertime, large amounts of antioxidant water can be highly beneficial. Most people notice increased stamina, decreased recovery times, and overall more energy. Athletes usually notice less muscle soreness, increased performance in virtually all categories and better sleep.
During Illness
If one is ill for any reason whatsoever, it is advisable to increase the intake of antioxidant water. Most illnesses whether it be a cold of flu or something more serious will increase the production of free radicals in the body. The available electrons in antioxidant water will help to neutralize free radicals as well as allow for easier elimination of toxins from the body. A large majority of the common illnesses people are suffering from today are related to an acidic shift in body chemistry. The efficient and effective alkalizing effect of antioxidant water can benefit many of the common challenges we face today.
It is not recommended to take pharmaceutical medications with antioxidant water. This restructured water increases the absorption of prescription and over-the-counter medications. It is advisable to take nutritional supplements and herbal remedies with antioxidant Bioceramic water. Some people find that they can decrease their dosages of vitamins due to the increased absorption of nutrients taken with Bioceramic antioxidant water.
Children and Antioxidant Water
Children generally enjoy antioxidant water and its refreshing thirst quenching qualities. Many children who would normally refuse to drink water will gladly consume antioxidant water in healthy amounts. Antioxidant water should be used for all children’s beverages whether it is juice from concentrate or powdered beverage mixes. Children should not be allowed to consume antioxidant water with meals as many children like to wash their food down. This is a habit that should be guarded against very carefully. Children who are sent to school with a bottle of antioxidant water usually fare much better in their scholastic performance.
Pets
Pets too, can benefit from antioxidant water. Most pets, when given the choice between antioxidant water and tap water will choose antioxidant water. Dogs, especially older ones that have eaten commercial dog food, may be quite acidic. Because dogs are natural meat eaters, they tend to have a more acidic body than humans so dogs will especially benefit from drinking antioxidant water. Cats do not fare as well with antioxidant water which should be mixed with purified water to decrease the pH somewhat. Horses and cattle benefit greatly from the use of antioxidant water. Veterinary animal studies have shown significantly increased production of milk in dairy cows given antioxidant water. Animals tend to have a better sense of what is good or not good for them. They are not influenced by commercials on television and ads in magazines. The fact that most animals will choose antioxidant water over other waters is clear evidence that it is the preferable beverage for many reasons.
Research out of Japan where antioxidant water has been consumed for more than 40 years, clearly demonstrates that in the world of water it is the one to consume. Some popular health advisers in North America have recently criticized the use of antioxidant water. It is clearly evident that they have not read the research which supports the benefits of antioxidant water. There is a large body of evidence, some of which is still in the process of being translated from the Japanese, which supports and proves the efficacy of antioxidant water for a large range of health challenges. The concept that water chemistry can vary greatly and affect its health giving properties is now understood by some of the scientists who study water and its functions. The hundreds of people, who have benefited from antioxidant water that I have seen, would still be suffering had they listened to these uninformed experts. Water is the single most important nutritional element for the human body. I urge people to test it for themselves and those who do rarely go back to any other type of water.