How to Alkalize Your Water

You can also easily make alkaline water yourself. Simply follow these steps:

Check your current water pH: Check your water’s current pH level with a pH test paper kit before you alkalize the water. A pH kit can be found at most health food stores. It will come with a pH color chart and pH strips. Dip the strip into your water and let it stand. Next, combine your strip with the pH color chart, and take note of your water’s pH level. Your water will likely be around 7.0 on the pH scale; if it is below 7.0, your water is currently acidic.

Alkalize your water: There are a few ways you can alkalize your water. One alkalizing method is to mix 1/8 of a tablespoon of baking soda with an eight-ounce glass of water—baking soda is highly alkaline. You can also add freshly-squeezed lemon juice or lime juice to alkalize your water. Some people may also add pH drops or alkaline minerals to water.

Confirm your water is alkaline: Test your water again with another pH strip. It should be around 8.0 to 9.0 after you alkalize your water. Drinking alkaline water is a good idea—but many people should be drinking more water in general. Check your urine color to determine if your body is well-hydrated. A deep yellow color is a sign of dehydration; if your urine is clear or light yellow, then you are likely getting enough water.