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Hydration is essential for health because water plays a crucial role in regulating body temperature, aiding digestion, lubricating joints, supporting circulatory health, and facilitating detoxification. It also helps maintain skin elasticity, supports cognitive function, and boosts energy levels. Proper hydration ensures that all bodily systems function optimally, making it a fundamental component of overall wellness. What type of water should you be drinking? Let’s break it down.
First, Let's Discuss Which Type of Water to Avoid
You should avoid drinking tap water because it can contain contaminants such as lead, chlorine, pesticides, and industrial chemicals, depending on the water source, local treatment processes, and the condition of the water delivery infrastructure. These harmful substances can enter the water supply through old pipes, agricultural runoff, or inadequate treatment processes. Tap water may also harbor bacteria, viruses, or parasites, particularly if the source is contaminated or if there are issues with water treatment. Additionally, while chlorine and fluoride are added to water to kill bacteria, long-term consumption of these chemicals can cause health issues, including pineal gland calcification and hormonal imbalance, especially affecting melatonin production.
You should also avoid alkaline or high-pH water because it can disrupt the natural acidity in your stomach, affecting your digestive process and nutrient absorption. While alkaline water is often marketed as a health product, it may neutralize stomach acids that are essential for digestion and for killing harmful bacteria. Overconsumption could even lead to alkalosis, a condition where the body's pH becomes too alkaline, causing symptoms like nausea and confusion. Additionally, the process of creating alkaline water often alters its natural mineral balance, which may not be suitable for everyone. Although occasional consumption is generally safe, it’s important to consider these potential risks before making alkaline water a regular part of your diet.
Natural Spring Purified Water: A Better Choice, But Not Enough to Replenish Electrolytes
Natural spring purified water, drawn from the purest and most pristine sources, is great for supporting hydration. However, drinking pure water alone, especially after exercising or sauna sessions when you lose electrolytes through sweat, might not be enough to replenish them.
Electrolytes are electrically charged ions in our bodies that balance body fluids, affect blood pressure, regulate glucose levels, boost the immune system, and maintain the body’s pH level. Imbalances can lead to health risks, skin issues, sleep problems, weight gain, and chronic conditions. Common electrolytes include sodium, chloride, potassium, magnesium, and calcium— all of which your body loses through sweat.
These electrolytes are crucial for various bodily functions, including:
Energy Production: They help convert food into energy, keeping you fueled throughout the day.
Hydration: Electrolytes maintain fluid balance in your cells, preventing dehydration and promoting healthy skin.
Muscle Function: They ensure proper muscle contraction and relaxation, reducing cramps and fatigue.
Nervous System Support: Electrolytes assist in transmitting nerve signals, supporting brain function and mental clarity.
How to Naturally Boost Your Electrolyte Intake
While many turn to processed sports drinks to replenish electrolytes, the added sugars and artificial additives make them an unhealthy choice. Instead, opt for natural drinks such as coconut water or by squeezing lemon into your glass of spring water.
Ionic Elements from Purium
My personal recommendation is Ionic Elements from Purium, a supplement recommended for everyday use. It’s a combination of electrolytes such as fulvic acid and ocean trace minerals. An adequate amount of microelements, including vitamins and trace elements, is key for supporting all aspects of our health—from immune, nerve, and cognitive function to energy metabolism, DNA synthesis and repair, hormone synthesis, cardiovascular health, and bone and skin health.
Himalayan salt sole water solution
Consider drinking a mineral-rich Himalayan salt sole water solution that, when taken daily, helps balance your body's pH while infusing your system with 84 minerals and trace elements. This special type of salt has a unique combination of minerals, including magnesium, calcium, and potassium, that help to stimulate circulation and detoxify the body. As a result, it can help to flush out toxins, reduce puffiness and bloating, and keep your skin looking soft and healthy. Additionally, it helps to balance blood sugar, acts as an antihistamine that fights allergic reactions, and boosts energy levels.
Directions:
Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of Himalayan salt crystals to a jar or glass and fill it with good quality water. Let sit overnight.
When the salt stops dissolving, the sole solution is ready. If all the salt has dissolved, add more. Salt crystals should always be visible at the bottom of the jar.
Each morning, before eating or drinking anything else, add 1 teaspoon of sole to 8 ounces of filtered or purified water and drink.
For best results, wait 15-20 minutes before eating or drinking.
Always keep the sole solution in a sealed container. Naturally antibacterial and antifungal, the sole will keep indefinitely. You may keep adding water and salt to your sole as needed.
Advanced Hydration Options: Hydrogen and Deuterium-Depleted Water
Hydrogen Water is an excellent choice for those looking to optimize their overall wellness. It acts as a potent antioxidant, penetrating cells to support energy levels, improve sleep quality, and enhance athletic performance. There is ongoing debate over which method or product is the most effective in delivering the health benefits of hydrogen-infused water—whether through dissolvable tablets or specialized bottles that generate hydrogen-rich water.
I personally prefer H2 ELITE® by Quicksilver Scientific, a Molecular Hydrogen water additive. You can use the promo code SMILA for a discount. Each tablet delivers 80 mg of magnesium malate in a proprietary hydrogen base. Simply drop one tablet into a cup of pure water (12-16 oz), wait for it to dissolve, stir if necessary, and drink immediately. The molecular hydrogen tablets generate millions of tiny nano-bubbles that provide the body with nature’s purest antioxidant. This mild yet powerful solution supports metabolism, energy, detox, cognitive health, and a balanced inflammatory response.
Deuterium-Depleted Water is emerging as a promising strategy to mitigate the harmful effects of elevated deuterium levels. It is increasingly recognized as a crucial element for maintaining optimal health and vitality, representing a significant shift in the understanding of water purity standards. Deuterium is a naturally occurring isotope of hydrogen, but high levels in the body may interfere with cellular functions.
💧Litewater Scientific offers the first super deuterium-depleted water in the world.
Mitochondria operate optimally in a deuterium-depleted environment, as evidenced by the composition of water inside them. To level up our energy, we have to level down deuterium - a heavier isotope of hydrogen that impacts cellular energy production, with mitochondria playing a pivotal role. By drinking deuterium-depleted water, you may reduce the isotope’s concentration in your system, supporting better cellular health and energy production.
Raise Your Hydration Standards: Not all water is created equal. As you embark on your wellness journey, it's crucial to consider what type of water you're drinking. Choosing the right hydration source can elevate your health and well-being to new heights. Prioritize hydrating with pure spring water and electrolytes before eating; it aids in digestion. Consider incorporating hydrogen-rich and deuterium-depleted water for additional biohacking benefits.
Sending Optimal Health & Ultimate Wellness,
Julia Smila - FDN Practitioner & Pranic Healer.
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