Reverse osmosis water

[Cindy Kelly]

I recently heard something about reverse osmosis causing the body to become more acidic. When I bought my R.O. filtration system I was convinced that it was the absolute best. No doubt that the water is super clean, but I am now concerned with it's lack of minerals and the whole question of it being acid forming.

Does anybody have any knowledge or sources for info on this? Preferably someone who doesn't work for a water company ;) If so, pass it along please!

[Gennie Brukner]

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[Amy Mahon & Garrett Head]

Hi Cindy,
I have never heard of RO water specifically acidifying the body. My opinion is that RO and Distilled are the waters of choice because you know what is going into your body - JUST WATER.

If you are concerned with the mineral content, try supplementing with trace ionic minerals. There is a plethura of information about water, water systems, etc. but truly, the most important factor in hydration is the balance and stability of the water's chemistry before its consumed. If the body is properly hydrated, it should be able to achieve a 7.0pH on its own.

Hope that helps,

Amy

[Cindy Kelly]

Thanks Amy,

Do you think the claim that distilled and RO water leaches minerals from the body is false?

I've read both arguments but am not sure what to believe!

[Kahlia]

I actuallly work in the water industry. The so called minerals you are concerned about losing are actually not able to be absorbed by your body. You might as well go out in your backyard and eat dirt. Also, RO water generally has a pH level of between 6-6.5. Orange juice and pop are way below this therefore this pH level is acceptable. Further more, the main reason for drinking the RO water is too ultimately flush out your system and rehydrate yourself. If you limit or eliminate other sources of low pH, you are not doing your body any harm. Hospitals actually recommend RO water for patients on dialysis or with any kidney problems. Hope this helps a little.

[Sprout Right]

I have been looking into a calcium magnesium post filter to bring the pH up a bit and then adding one drop of AlkaLife to alkalize it further. I have been using the stir stick to have something for the AlkaLife to adhere to at the moment as I wait for the post filter. I think it is going to make a subtle but important difference. Remember your headaches Cindy, this might be a way to help similar circumstances.

[Cindy Kelly]

Have you ordered this ilter yet Lianne? Or are you just in the researching stages?

Please let me know what you buy and tell me what you think!

[Sprout Right]

I am waiting for my water guy to order it. In my research this seems to be the way to still use RO water and have it alkaline. The other options mean more $$ and I don't want to go there. This will only cost about $65 for three years.

[christy]

Hi Cindy,

My dad recently bought me a filtration system to replace my ro machine, I too was under the assumption that it is the best water to drink. After using the alkaline system I have changed my mind...this system can be added to the ro machine with a special remineralization filter...then it turns the ph alkaline
here is the link with lots of info.
http://www.lifeionizer.com/hobson

hope you find it informative =) Christy