Electrolyzed water is a promising solution for water treatment, with the ability to kill bacteria and parasites. Although it has a short shelf life, it is gaining attention in the US food industry as a safe alternative to chlorine. Some scientists claim it can also transport nutrients and treat various health conditions.
There are many methods for treating water to make it useful for applications in a variety of industries as a cleaning agent. The electrolysis process of water is increasingly being promoted as a promising solution for water treatment. Electrolyzed water is typically formed by adding a small amount of sodium chloride (NaCl) to pure distilled water and conducting a current through it through an anode and a cathode. The cathode area produces basic water, while the anode area produces acidic water.
Due to significant limitations, the widespread use and production of electrolyzed water has been impractical and somewhat unfeasible. However, technological advances continue to be made bringing it closer to being used for a wider range of medical, dental and even drinking water applications. This water has been certified for medical use in Japan since the mid-1980s. The first type of this water that was used was the acidic type, which was accepted quickly by the Japanese food industry. It was useful for killing bacteria and parasites in raw fish without affecting its quality.
Alkaline water was later developed and used in hospitals to alkalize the body and as an energy enhancer. It also helped the body hydrate significantly faster when mixed with drinking water. The only problem with using electrolyzed water was that it had a short shelf life, only about two weeks. This made it possible that only people with electrolysis machines could benefit easily.
The use of this water is rare in the United States, where chlorine and chlorine-containing compounds are much more common forms of disinfection for the food industry. However, concerns have been raised about some possible safety issues that can arise from chlorine, and electrolyzed water is starting to get more attention from people in the US food industry. For example, there are studies showing that it is highly effective against bacteria and mold on fresh produce, while having no detrimental effect on the smell, taste or texture of food.
Some scientists also claim that water treated with electrolysis has a unique ability to hold and transport nutrients essential to the human body, as well as lower blood pressure. There are also claims that it can treat symptoms of diabetes, allergies, obesity and heart disease. More research will need to be done to verify these types of claims, but the possible benefits of electrolyzed water are certainly intriguing to the medical community.
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