Start simple. Don’t ditch your regular water entirely. Instead, replace one or two daily glasses with alkaline water. Morning and post-workout are perfect slots.
Store it in glass or stainless steel, not plastic, to avoid leaching chemicals. And please, never drink it on an empty stomach first thing if you have a sensitive stomach—start with a sip.
A fun fact: in Japan and South Korea, alkaline water machines are as common as coffee makers. It’s not a wellness cult; it’s a lifestyle norm for everyday hydration.
Cultural Note: The Korean Spa Secret
Ever noticed those big jugs of “ionized water” at Korean bathhouses or jjimjilbangs? That’s alkaline water, served as a standard refreshment. They’ve been using it for decades as a post-sauna staple to aid recovery.
