Hydrogen Water vs Alkaline Water — What's the Difference?

Hydrogen water and alkaline water are not the same thing. Alkaline water simply has a pH above 7. Hydrogen water contains dissolved molecular hydrogen (H₂) — a separate property that requires electrolysis to produce. Kangen machines produce both: alkaline pH AND dissolved hydrogen.

Key Differences

  • Alkaline water: pH above 7 — can be achieved by adding minerals
  • Hydrogen water: contains dissolved H₂ — requires electrolysis
  • Kangen water: both alkaline AND hydrogen-rich
  • Bottled "alkaline water" typically contains no dissolved hydrogen
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