Understanding the pH Level of Water
The pH level of water measures its degree of acidity or alkalinity on a scale from 0 to 14. A pH of 7 is neutral; below 7 is acidic, and above 7 is alkaline. For drinking water, pH affects not only health, taste, and comfort, but also pipe safety, metal leaching, and the body’s mineral balance.
In my opinion, the most important factor is the communication and command signals between the brain and the periphery.
When the lungs inflate during breathing and the Hering–Breuer reflex signals them to stop, the communication between all our organs occurs through electrical impulses. The blood vessels and nervous system act as the communication cables. Since this signaling relies on conductivity, the blood must be conductive — and to achieve that, it must contain iron, magnesium, and calcium. This is why drinking water that contains magnesium and calcium is essential.
A pH above 7 usually indicates the presence of calcium and/or magnesium, which supports proper physiological communication.
There are cases where –OH ions are artificially added to reverse osmosis water, creating a temporary pH spike. In reality, there is no magnesium or calcium present. Therefore, claims that pH can be raised simply by adding –OH are incorrect and misleading.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the ideal pH range for safe drinking water is between 6.5 and 9. Water below 6.5 can become corrosive, dissolving lead, copper, and other metals from household pipes, while water above 9 may taste bitter and feel slippery due to excess alkalinity. (WHO, 2004)
When pH Is Too Low or Too High
Acidic Water (pH < 6.5)
Acidic water often originates from rainwater, mining regions, or soft, mineral-poor groundwater. Over time, it can damage pipes, cause blue-green staining, and leach toxic metals into tap water. UCLA Health notes that water below 6.5 can corrode plumbing and increase exposure to lead and copper. (UCLA Health, 2024)
Highly Alkaline Water (pH > 9)
Water that is too alkaline may not pose direct health risks, but it can irritate the digestive system in some individuals and disrupt the body’s natural acid-base balance.
Although marketing claims often promote “alkaline water,” Harvard Health emphasizes that there is no solid evidence showing long-term health benefits from drinking highly alkaline water. (Harvard Health, 2024)
Studies also show that the body maintains its internal pH within a very narrow range regardless of the water consumed. Water outside the recommended 6.5–9 range can also reduce disinfection efficiency and change the solubility of minerals — both of which affect water safety and taste.
The Ideal pH Level: Balanced Mineral Water
Natural spring waters around the world — from the Alps to the Rockies — typically have a pH between 6.8 and 8.2, along with moderate mineral content and a smooth, refreshing taste. Such waters contain essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, and bicarbonate, which buffer acidity and support cardiovascular, metabolic, and bone health.
This natural balance is exactly what TipaTech’s LotusDY under-sink purifier is designed to achieve. Using patented No-Smosis™ technology, LotusDY maintains an ideal pH between 6.5 and 9, fully in line with WHO and EPA guidelines.
Unlike reverse osmosis systems, which often drop pH below 6.0 — making the water acidic and potentially corrosive — the LotusDY gently balances pH while preserving and adding essential minerals.
The system’s mineral regulator and calibration knob allow users to adjust total dissolved solids (TDS) between 100 and 500 mg/L, ensuring naturally balanced, smooth, and physiologically compatible water.
Why pH Balance Matters for Health and Home Systems
Maintaining a proper pH is not just about taste — it’s about stability and safety:
- For the body: Balanced pH and mineral content support electrolyte function, nutrient absorption, and hydration efficiency.
- For plumbing: Proper pH prevents corrosion, scale, and metal leaching, extending the lifespan of pipes and fixtures.
- For filtration systems: Optimal pH ensures filter media function efficiently without breakdown or fouling.
The LotusDY goes beyond pH balance. Its advanced multi-stage filtration reduces heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, fluoride, microplastics, and undissolved gases such as radon and chlorine — all while maintaining mineral-rich, oxygen-balanced water.
Conclusion
The best drinking water is neither too acidic nor too alkaline – it is balanced, mineralized, and stable, with a pH between 6.5 and 9. This range reflects nature’s design and aligns with global health standards.
TipaTech’s LotusDY embodies this principle. It restores water to its natural state – clean, mineralized, and gently alkaline – delivering not just purity, but true vitality.
In a world where many systems over-purify or distort natural chemistry, TipaTech stands out by ensuring that every drop supports both the environment and human health.
Sources
- World Health Organization (WHO). pH in Drinking Water: Understanding pH and Quality. 2004.
https://cdn.who.int/media/docs/default-source/wash- documents/wash-chemicals/ph. pdf - UCLA Health. Ask the Doctors: Is High pH Water Safe to Drink? 2024.
https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/ask-the-doctors- is-water-with-a-high-ph-safe- to-drink - Harvard Health Publishing. Is Alkaline Water Better? 2024.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/is- alkaline-water-better
