What is Kangen Ukon?

Enagic Kangen Ukon is made with 100% organic turmeric harvested in Okinawa, Japan.

A little about Tumeric and its active ingredient: Curcumin

In the U.S., turmeric is best known as a spice. It’s one of the main components of curry powder. In India and other parts of Asia, turmeric is used to treat many health conditions.

While the therapeutic properties of turmeric have been known for centuries, modern science has identified the curcuminoids (the phenolic compounds found in turmeric) and provides a scientific basis for many clinical uses of standardized curcumin.

Turmeric is related to the ginger family. The yellow color is due to the presence of these curcuminoids, the most important being curcumin. All the health benefits of turmeric are due to this active ingredient curcumin.

Extensive research shows curcumin can benefit multiple targets in your body and provides scientific basis for its effectiveness in a wide variety of different body systems.

Okinawan farmers in Yanbaru, renowned for its cornucopia of natural products and immensely rich soil, grow 100% organic ukon (turmeric). Kangen Ukon Sigma is a specialized supplement composed of ukon and 14 additional antioxidants and ingredients including tocotrienol (from rice ears), and pinstripe ginger.

Innovative packaging technology incorporating a soft vegan capsule is used to repel moisture and prevent oxidation. It has a high degree of absorption and even distribution throughout the body. All of the ingredients are washed, sterilized and processed with Kangen Water® –a world first. The turmeric factory has been registered as a food facility by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The production plant of the Kangen Ukon Sigma and Enagic foods became a registered food facility by the U.S. FDA. (Registration number 18161996856)  The high level of safety, quality control, cleanliness, and operation of the turmeric factory is affirmed by the FDA’s registration. The plant ensures overall safety, approval of quality products, and surveillance of the circulation of food and supplies.

We all know that water is important but I’ve never seen it written down like this before.

75% of Americans are Chronically Dehydrated. (Likely applies to half the world population)

In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is often mistaken for hunger.

Even mild dehydration will slow down one’s metabolism as much as 3%.

One glass of water will shut down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a U of Washington study.

lack of water, is the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue.

Preliminary research indicates that *8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers.

A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or the printed page.

Drinking 5 glasses of water daily *(minimum see below) decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45% , plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%. And one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer.as much as 1 ounce per pound of body weight per day is best of kangen water

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*The best rule for Kangen water consumption is to drink 1/2 to of your body weight in oz. per day. For example, If you weigh 100 lbs, the you should be drinking 50 oz of Kangen water per day. If you have any kind of imbalance in your health at all, you shlould be drinking MORE…definitely!! 3/4 to 1 oz per pound so if you weigh 100lbs you would drink 100 oz per day. “That is where the miracles start to happen” Dr Dave Carpenter ND

We recently saw this truck on the highway……

Coke….The pause that refreshes?

1. In many states (in the USA) the Highway patrol carries two gallons of Coke in the trunk to remove blood from the highway after a car accident.

2. You can put a t-bone steak in a bowl of coke and it will be gone in two days.

3. To clean a toilet, Pour a can of Coca-Cola into a bowl and let the “real thing” sit for one hour, then flush clean. The citric acid in the Coke removes stains from vitreous china.

4. To remove rust spots from chrome car bumpers, rub the bumper with a crumpled up piece of Reynolds wrap aluminum foil dipped in Coca Cola.

5. To Clean Corrosion from car battery terminals Pour a can of Coke over the terminals and watch it bubble away (wow)

6. To loosen a rusted bolt, Applying a cloth soaked in coke to the rusted bolt for several minutes

7. To remove grease from clothes empty a can of coke into a load of greasy clothes add detergent. It will also remover road haze from a windshield.

FYI: The active ingredient in Coca-Cola is Phosphoric Acid Its pH is 2.8 It will dissolve a nail in about 4 days.

To carry Coca-Cola syrup in their commercial trucks, they must use “Hazardous” material place cards reserved for Highly corrosive materials!

The distributors of Coke have been using it to clean the engines of their trucks for 20 years!!

Think it’s good to ingest? Good to give to our kids??

Something to think about….

Hmmmmmmm

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The deposits in your bottles are a stable compound calcium chloride or carbonate which precipitates out once ionization is saturated with calcium ions. Kidney stones are caused by excessive calcium manufactured by the body under abnormal circumstances like hyperparathyroidism , hereditary hypercalcuria etc. There is no way in which the ionized water can elevate the serum calcium since the amount is very minimal and normal metabolism will regulate the serum levels precisely. You cannot get kidney stones by ingesting Kangen water unless you have a genetic trait for stones or are taking massive amounts of calcium like Tums and Vitamin D. Alkaline water promotes calcium deposition in bone, where it belongs, acid states like uremia remove calcium from the bones. I trust this addresses your concerns,

Regards, Horst S Filtzer MD FACS

by Dr. Ronald Hoffman

Every living cell on this planet depends on minerals for proper function and structure. Minerals
are needed for the proper composition of body fluids, the formation of blood and bone, the
maintenance of healthy nerve function, and the regulation of muscle tone, including that of the
muscles of the cardiovascular system. Like vitamins, minerals function as coenzymes, enabling
the body to perform its functions, including energy production, growth, and healing. Because all
enzyme activities involve minerals, minerals are essential for the proper utilization of vitamins
and other nutrients.
When minerals are deleted from water a structural change occurs. Minerals in water create
structure. Without minerals present molecular clusters change by sticking together and grow
much larger. Thus making penetration into cell membrane difficult and sometimes impossible.
The human body, as in all of nature, must maintain its proper chemical balance. This balance
depends on the levels of different minerals in the body and especially the ratios of certain
mineral levels to one another. The level of each mineral in the body has an effect on every
other, so if one is out of balance, all mineral levels are affected. If not corrected, this can start a
chain reaction of imbalances that leads to illness.
Creating a “healthy water” means removing the harmful agents but keeping the beneficial
minerals. “Minerals in drinking water are more easily and better absorbed than minerals from
food or any other source,” according to Dr. John Sorenson, a leading authority on mineral
metabolism.
He has found that the metabolism of essential versus non-essential metallic elements is greatly
affected by the amount of essential elements in the water. If the needed essential element is
present, there will be little or no absorption of the non-essential element – it will simply be
excreted.
For example, if high amounts of calcium and magnesium and low levels of lead are in the
drinking water, the body selects the essential elements (calcium and magnesium) and excretes
the non-essential element (lead). If, however, there are low levels of calcium and magnesium,
the cells could select the non-essential lead resulting in a dysfunctional protein or enzyme. If
this occurs, the protein or enzyme could become toxic.
There has been some fascinating research based on positive substances in drinking water that
actually can help protect us from disease and cancer. This research centers on four factors: total
dissolved solids (TDS), hardness, pH and silica.
Total dissolved solids (TDS)
TDS is a measurement of all the minerals in drinking water. TDS not only includes calcium and
magnesium (the hardness factors), but also zinc, copper, chromium, selenium and so on. Sauer
analyzed 23 drinking water characteristics in 92 cities (“Relationship of Water to the Risk of
Dying”) and found people who drank water high in TDS had lower death rates from heart
disease, cancer, and chronic diseases than people who drank water with lower amounts of TDS.
Frequently, where the water is hard, the water is also high in TDS. Although most studies on
heart disease have not looked at TDS, but only at hardness, this factor has been ever present
and may be playing a very significant role.
Hardness
Water that contains sufficient amounts of calcium (Ca) and magnesium (Mg)A report by the Oak
Ridge National Laboratory found that the calcium and magnesium in hard water reduces the
risks of heart attacks and strokes.
pH
Every solution is either acidic or alkaline. These solutions can be anything from body fluids, such
as stomach acid and blood, to beverages, such as wine or coffee, to sea water. Acidity and
alkalinity are measured in pH (potential of hydrogen). The pH scale goes from 0 to 14, with 0
the most acidic, and 14 the most alkaline. The pH of stomach acid is 1, wine is 3.5, water is 7
(neutral), venous blood is 7.35, arterial blood is 7.4, sea water is 8.5, and baking soda is 12.
Ideally, our pH should stay on the alkaline side: between 7.35 and 7.45. The body
continually strives to balance pH. When this balance is compromised many problems can occur
including disease and cancer.

Silica / Silicon
Silicon (silica = silicon and oxygen) is the second most abundant element on the planet (oxygen
is first). It is necessary for the formation of collagen for bones and connective tissue; for
healthy nails, skin, and hair; and for calcium absorption. It is needed to maintain flexible
arteries, and plays a major role in preventing cardiovascular disease. Silicon counteracts the
effects of aluminum on the body and is important in the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease and
osteoporosis. It stimulates the immune system and inhibits the aging process in tissues. Silicon
levels decrease with aging, so elderly people need larger amounts. Calcium, magnesium,
manganese and potassium aid in the efficient utilization of silica.
Water contains extremely healthy and needed amounts of:
Calcium
Calcium is vital for the formation of strong bones and teeth and for the maintenance of healthy
gums. It is also important in the maintenance of a regular heartbeat and in the transmission of
nerve impulses. Calcium lowers cholesterol levels and helps prevent cardiovascular disease. It
is needed for muscular growth and contraction, and for the prevention of muscle cramps. It
may increase the rate of hone growth and bone mineral density in children. This important
mineral is also essential in blood clotting and helps prevent cancer. It may lower blood pressure
and prevent bone loss associated with osteoporosis as well. Calcium provides energy and
participates in the protein structuring of RNA and DNA. It is also involved in he activation of
several enzymes, including lipase, which breaks down fats for utilization by the body. In
addition, calcium maintains proper ell membrane permeability, aids in neuromuscular activity,
helps to keep the skin healthy, and protects against the development of preeclampsia during
pregnancy, the number one cause of maternal death. If high blood pressure develops due to
pregnancy, it can be reduced by calcium intake.
Calcium protects the bones and teeth from lead by inhibiting absorption of this toxic metal. If
there is a calcium deficiency, lead can be absorbed by the body and deposited in the teeth and
bones.
Calcium deficiency can lead to the following problems: aching joints, brittle nails, eczema,
elevated blood cholesterol, heart palpitations, hypertension (high blood pressure), insomnia,
muscle cramps, nervousness, numbness in the arms and / or legs, a pasty complexion,
rheumatoid arthritis, rickets, and tooth decay. Deficiencies of calcium are also associated with
cognitive impairment, convulsions, depression, delusions, and hyperactivity.
Magnesium
Magnesium is a vital catalyst in enzyme activity, especially the activity of those enzymes
involved in energy production. It also assists in calcium and potassium uptake. A deficiency of
magnesium interferes with the transmission of nerve and muscle impulses, causing irritability
and nervousness. Supplementing the diet with magnesium can help prevent depression,
dizziness, muscle weakness and twitching, and premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and also aids in
maintaining the body’s proper pH balance and normal body temperature.
Magnesium is necessary to prevent the calcification of soft tissue. This essential mineral
protects the arterial linings from stress caused by sudden blood pressure changes, and plays a
role in the formation of bone and in carbohydrate and mineral metabolism. With vitamin B6
(pyridoxine),magnesium helps to reduce and dissolve calcium phosphate kidney stones, and
may prevent calcium-oxalate kidney stones. Research has shown that magnesium may help
prevent cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and certain forms of cancer, and it may reduce
cholesterol levels. It is effective in preventing premature labor and convulsions in pregnant
women.
Possible manifestations of magnesium deficiency include confusion, insomnia, irritability, poor
digestion, rapid heartbeat, seizures, and tantrums; often, a magnesium deficiency can be
synonymous with diabetes. Magnesium deficiencies are at the root of many cardiovascular
problems. Magnesium deficiency may be a major cause of fatal cardiac arrhythmia,
hypertension, and sudden cardiac arrest, as well as asthma, chronic fatigue, chronic pain
syndromes, depression, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome, and ulmonary disorders. Research
has also shown that magnesium deficiency may contribute to the formation of kidney stones. To
test for magnesium deficiency, a procedure called an intracellular (mononuclear cell) magnesium
screen should be performed. This is a more sensitive test than the typical serum magnesium
screen, and can detect a deficiency with more accuracy. Magnesium screening should e a
routine test, as a low magnesium level makes nearly every disease worse. It is particularly
important for individuals who have, or who are considered at risk for developing, cardiovascular
disease.
Silica / Silicon (a trace mineral)

Silicon (silica = silicon and oxygen) is the second most abundant element on the plan (oxygen is
first). It is necessary for the formation of collagen for bones and connective tissue; for healthy
nails, skin, and hair; and for calcium absorption. It is needed to maintain flexible arteries, and
plays a major role in preventing cardiovascular disease. Silicon counteracts the effects of
aluminum on the body and is important in the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease and
osteoporosis. It stimulates the immune system and inhibits the aging process in tissues. Silicon
levels decrease with aging, so elderly people need larger amounts. Calcium, magnesium,
manganese and potassium aid in the efficient utilization of silica.
Strontium(pronounced: STRON-she-em)
Strontium is a mineral that was considered to be non-essential in the human diet. It occurs in
food in small amounts depending on the soil content of the mineral. Non-radioactive strontium
deposits in bones and behaves like calcium, it can enhance bone density and resistance to
osteoporotic fractures, but only when taken in doses that are significantly higher than the
amount found naturally in the diet. As early as the 1950’s, studies of strontium salts (such as
lactate and gluconate) showed benefits to bones. Recent studies have confirmed that strontium
helps with both prevention and reversal of osteoporoses, maintaining bone density and restoring
it in people who already have some bone thinning. In an article in 2001, strontium was reported
to benefit bones in two ways, reducing the resorption of bone by osteoclasts (literally “boneeating”
cells) and by increasing formation of bone by osteoblasts (“bone-forming” cells). It was
noted that it was effective in both normal animals and in those that already had bone
loss.Michael Janson, M.D.
Strontium has been safely used as a medicinal substance for more than a hundred years. It was
first listed in Squire’s Companion to the British Pharmacopoeia in 1884. Subsequently,
strontium was used therapeutically in the United States and Europe. As late as 1955, strontium
compounds were still listed in the Dispensatory of the United States of America.
The processes of bone resorption and formation are tightly governed by a variety of systemic
and local regulatory agents. In addition, minerals and trace elements affect bone formation and
resorption through direct or indirect effects on bone cells or bone mineral. Some trace elements
closely chemically related to calcium, such as strontium have pharmacological effects on bone
when present at levels higher than those required for normal cell physiology. The human body
contains approximately 320 to 400 mg of strontium in bone, and connective tissue. If we look at
clinical studies, indeed, strontium was found to exert several effects on bone cells. In addition
to its antiresorptive activity, strontium was found to have anabolic activity in bone, and thus
may have significant beneficial effects on bone balance in normal and osteopenic animals.
Accordingly, strontium has been thought to have potential in the treatment of osteoporosis.

Dr. Ronald Hoffman
Trace Minerals
Chromium
Copper
Iron
Manganese
Zinc

AP – In this photo taken Aug. 15, 2009, Shizue Ikehata, 101, of Omiya near Tokyo, holding a picture of her …
By MARI YAMAGUCHI, Associated Press Writer – Fri Sep 11, 3:11 am ET
TOKYO – The number of Japanese centenarians has doubled in the past six years to a record high of more than 40,000, with women dominating the list of those whose lives have spanned more than a century, the government said Friday.
Japan will have 40,399 people aged 100 or older this month, surpassing the previous record of 36,276 last year, the Health and Welfare Ministry said in an annual report marking a Sept. 21 national holiday honoring the elderly. More than 86 percent are women.
The number of centenarians in Japan has risen at an accelerating pace for nearly 50 years. The centenarian population surpassed 10,000 just 10 years ago, reached 30,000 in 2007 and grew another 10,000 in the past two years, the ministry said.
By 2050, Japan’s centenarian population is expected to reach nearly 1 million, according to the U.N. projections.
“The data clearly show that Japan is aging rapidly and steadily, mainly because of progress in medical care and the high living standard since the end of World War II,” ministry official Hiroyuki Ishii said.
Each new centenarian will receive a letter from the prime minister and a silver cup.
Though centenarians are healthier and more active than before, the rapidly graying population has fueled concerns about Japan’s overburdened public pension and medical care system.
Officials have stepped up programs that encourage older citizens to stay active and continue working. The government is gradually extending the retirement age to 65 from 60, and some advocate pushing it further to 70.
Japan has one of the world’s longest life expectancies — 86 years for women and 79 years for men.
A 114-year-old woman from the southern island of Okinawa, whose name was not disclosed, holds the title of Japan’s oldest citizen.
Japan’s oldest man, 112-year-old Jiroemon Kimura from the ancient capital of Kyoto, is health conscious and still active. He rises early, reads newspapers every morning with a magnifying glass, enjoys talking to guests, and closely follows parliamentary debate on live TV broadcasts.

Healthy Living: Alkaline & Acidic Foods

Alkaline water is an important step to balancing the acid in our bodies. Eating a good portion of alkaline food is
also important. Most health professionals recommend a balance of 80% alkaline, 20% acidic food.

Alkalizing Foods:

Vegetables
Garlic, Asparagus, Fermented Veggies (EM — Effective Microorganisms), Watercress, Beets, Brocolli, Brussel
Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrot, Cauliflower, Celery, Chard, Chlorella, Collard, Greens, Cucumber, Kale, Kohirabi,
Lettuce, Mushrooms, Mustard Greens, Dulce, Dandelions, Edible Flowers, Onions, Parsnip, Peas, Peppers,
Pumpkins, Rutabaga, Sea Veggies, Spiriluna, Alfalfa, Barley Grass, Wheat Grass, Wild Greens

Fruits
Apple, Apricot, Avocado, Banana, Cantaloupe, Cherries, Currants, Dates/Figs, Grapes, Grapefruit, Melon,
Nectarine, Orange, Lemon, Pear, Pineapple, all berries, Tangerine, Tomato, Tropical Fruits, Watermelon

Protein

Whey Protein Powder, Cottage Cheese, Chicken Breast, Yogurt, Almonds, Chestnuts, Tofu (fermented), Flax
Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Tempeh (fermented), Squash Seeds, Sunflower Seeds, Millet, Sprouted Seeds, Nuts,
Eggs

Oriental Vegetables
Maitake, Daikon, Dandelion Root, Shitake, Kombu, Reishi, Nori Umeboshi, Wakame, Sea Veggiess

Spices & Seasoning
Cinnamon, Curry, Ginger, Mustard, Chili Pepper, Sea Salt, Miso, Tamari, All Herbs

Other
Apple Cider Vinegar, Bee Pollen, Lecithin Granules, Probiotic Cultures, Green Juices, Veggie Juices, Fresh Fruit
Juice, Organic Milk, Mineral Water, Alkaline Antioxidant Water, Green Tea, Herbal Tea, Dandelion Tea, Ginseng
Tea, Banchi Tea, Kombucha

Acidifying Foods:

Fats and Oils
Avocado Oil, Canola Oil, Corn Oil, Hemp Seen Oil, Flax Oil, Lard, Olive Oil, Saflower Oil, Seasme Oil, Sunflower
Oil
Fruits
Cranberries
Grains
Rice Cakes, Wheat Cakes, Amaranth, Barley, Buckwheat, Corn, Oats, Quinoa, Rice, Rye, Spelt, Kamut, Wheat,
Hemp Seed, Flour
Nuts and Butters
Cashews, Brazil Nuts, Peanuts, Pecans, Tahini, Walnuts
Animal Protein
Beef, Carp, Clams, Fish, Lamb, Lobster, Mussels, Oyster, Pork, Rabbit, Salmon, Shrimp, Scallops, Tuna, Turkey,
Venison
Pasta
Noodles, Macaroni, Spaghetti
Drugs and Chemicals
Drugs, Medicinal Drugs, Psychedelics, Pesticides, Herbicides
Alcohol
Beer, Spirits, Hard Liquor, Wine
Beans and Legumes
Black Beans, Chick Peas, Green Peas, Kidney Beans, Lentils, Lima Beans, Pinto Beans, Red Beans, Soy Beans,
Soy Milk, White Beans, Rice Milk, Almond Milk
Waters
Rain Water, Certain Backwash Filtered Water, Distilled Water, Reverse Osmosis Water
Dairy
Cheese, Cow Cheese, Goat Cheese, Processed Cheese, Sheep Milk, Butter
Other
Distilled Vinegar, Wheat Germ, Potatoes