Hey there, hydrators and H2O heroes! In this modern tide of smart homes and smarter phones, let's take a moment to toast the smartest beverage of them all – water! But not just any water; we're talking about the smartphone of hydration: "alkaline water." Everyday Yoga dives into the ocean of information to bring you everything about this liquid elixir. So, fill up your eco-friendly bottles, and let's refresh our minds with a splash of knowledge that's as vital as downloading the latest hydration app!

What is alkaline water?
Alkaline refers to water's pH level, which is the measure of its acidity. The pH scale runs from 0-14, with 7 as the mid-point. Liquids with a pH of 1 are very acidic, whereas liquids with a pH of 13 are very alkaline. Normal drinking water has pH of 7, while alkaline water typically has a pH of 8 or 9.

Why drink high alkaline water?
The blood that runs through healthy humans has a pH of about 7.4, which means it is slightly alkaline to begin with. However, some factors, such as the standard American diet and pollution, can cause toxins to accumulate in our bodies. This can make them more acidic and cause health problems. Those who support drinking alkaline water believe it can neutralize the acid in the body.

Potential health benefits of drinking alkaline water include:
• slowing down of the aging process
• prevention of chronic diseases (including cancer)
• immune support
• skin health
• weight loss

What are some risks of drinking too much alkaline water?
It's important for some of our organs to have high acidity. For instance, our stomachs are highly acidic, which is necessary for digestion. Therefore, some alkaline water nay-sayers believe that too much alkalinity could agitate the body's normal pH and cause some negative health side effects. 

How does alkaline water relate to yoga?
For those of us who like to get our sweat on, consuming high pH water reduces the body's blood viscosity after a strenuous workout. This means that blood flows more efficiently with alkaline, so an increase of oxygen (and therefore energy) is delivered throughout the body. 

Heck Yes to H2O
Whether or not you want to amp up your water's alkaline levels, opting for agua is key! Do so on-the-go with a reusable water bottle.

If the taste of plain water isn't your cup of tea, we have a sweet solution for you. Stay hydrated with this simple, flavorful, refreshing recipe:
• 4 cups purified water
• 1 pink grapefruit, cut into thin slices
• ½ lemon, cut into thin slices
• 5-6 crushed rosemary leaves

Stay Hydrated!

And there we have it, water-sipping savants – a quenching quest through the hydro-world of alkaline H2O! With new insights and a fountain of facts, thanks to Everyday Yoga, you're now fluent in the language of "alkaline water." Whether you're updating your operating system or upgrading your water, remember that the essence of health flows through every sip you take. So, keep your wellness apps close and your alkaline water closer as you navigate through the fast currents of modern life, staying hydrated, healthy, and harmoniously balanced. Drink up, tech trendsetters, and let the hydration harmony play on! 🌟🌈🧘‍♀️

See you on the mat!

Namaste!