Tag: alkaline

Why doesn’t your stomach digest itself—even with acid as strong as pH 1?

Ever wonder why our stomach doesn’t just digest itself?It produces gastric acid with a super low pH—around 1—2 to break down food and kill bacteria. Sounds intense, right? But your stomach has a smart defense: a thick, alkaline mucus layer that coats and protects its lining. This layer is packed with bicarbonate (HCO₃⁻), which neutralizes […]

“Is Alkaline Ionized Water Really Ineffective?” – Your Body Tells a Different Story

Body:Some skeptics argue that alkaline water is quickly neutralized by stomach acid, rendering it ineffective. But the truth is—your body is far more intelligent than that. When the stomach is empty, it doesn’t secrete acid. This means alkaline mineral ions can pass through without interference, reaching the small intestine where they’re efficiently absorbed. The body […]