Originally published by Belle Kalista Beauty on 04/20
Every time I go to the grocery store or run inside the gas station for a drink, I see some new, fancy-looking water. First, it was sparkling water. Then it was electrolyte water. Then it was water in compostable boxes or recyclable cans. Then it was dozens of different flavors of plain and sparkling water. I’ve even seen caffeinated water.
The list of ways that brands try to sell us water is outrageous, and it seems to never end. Most recently, alkaline water has been added to that list. You’ve probably seen the claims about how its detoxification properties help with energy and weight loss, or its ability to neutralize your blood helps to keep you healthy.
Before you spend $4 on a bottle of seemingly magical alkaline water, let’s talk about what it is and what it can actually do.
(Spoiler: It can’t do much. Let’s talk about why!)