Medical Case Studies: Alkaline Water
Clinical evidence from leading medical professionals demonstrating the therapeutic benefits of ionized alkaline water
The following medical case studies are documented research from respected medical professionals in Japan, where water ionizers have been used for over 40 years and are certified by the Korean and Japanese Ministries of Health as approved medical devices.
Diabetes
Prof. Kuwata Keijiroo, Doctor of Medicine, Japan
"When I was serving in the Fire Insurance Association, I used to examine many diabetic patients. Besides treating them with drugs, I provided them with ionized water. After drinking ionized water for one month, 15 diabetic patients were selected and sent to Tokyo University for further test and observations."
Key Findings:
- •Initially, the more serious patients were a bit apprehensive about the treatment
- •When the ionized water was consumed for some time, the sugar in the blood and urine ranged from a ratio of 300 mg/l to 2 mg/dc
- •Patients had undergone 5 to 6 blood tests a day and detected to be within normal range
- •Even 1 1/2 hour after meals, the blood sugar and urine ratio was 100 mg/dc 0 mg/dc
- •The sugar in the urine has completely disappeared
Diabetes Statistics (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2000):
More Americans than ever before are suffering from diabetes, with the number of new cases averaging almost 800,000 each year. The disease has steadily increased in the United States since 1980, and in 1998, 16 million Americans were diagnosed with diabetes (10.6 million diagnosed, 5.4 million undiagnosed). Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, and more than 193,000 died from the disease and its related complication in 1996. The greatest increase—76 percent—occurred in people age 30 to 39.
High Blood Pressure
Prof. Kuninaka Hironage, Head of Kuninaka Hospital
"For over 10 years of my experience, my concept toward minerals, especially pertaining to ionic calcium in high blood pressure and other diseases is most significant. In accordance to the theory of medical Professor Gato of Kyushu University on Vitamin K (because vitamin K enables the blood calcium to increase), or the consumption of more ionized water, the effectiveness of the increase in the calcium in high blood pressure is most significant."
Key Findings:
Too many fats in the diets, which lead to the deposition of cholesterol on the blood vessels, which in turn constrict the blood flow, cause most illnesses such as high blood pressure.
By drinking ionized water for a period of 2 to 3 months, the blood pressure should slowly drop, because the ionized water is a good solvent, which dissolves the cholesterol in the blood vessels.
Gynecological Conditions
Prof. Watanabe Ifao, Watanabe Hospital, Japan
"Ionized water improves body constituents and ensures effective healing to many illnesses. The uses of ionized water in gynecological patients have proved to be very effective. The main reason for its effectiveness is that this water can neutralize toxins."
Key Findings - Pre-Eclamptic Toxemia:
- •When given ionized water to pre-eclamptic toxemia cases, the results are very significant
- •During long years of servicing pre-eclamptic toxemia cases, women who consumed ionized water tend to deliver healthier babies with stronger muscles
- •A survey report carried out on babies in this group has intelligence above average
Vascular Heart Disease
Prof. Kuwata Keijiroo, Doctor of Medicine, Japan
"In my opinion, the miracle of ionized water is its ability to neutralize toxins, but it is not a cure. The difference is that the drug can only be used in each case. Ionized water, on the other hand, is generally drinkable and its neutralizing power is something very unexpected."
Case Study:
A 35-year-old man with heart disease. For 5 years, his illness worsened. He was treated at the Setagays State Hospital.
- •During these five years he was in and out of the hospital 5-6 times
- •He underwent high-tech tests, such as angiography, where VINYL was injected into the heart through a vein
- •He consulted and sought treatment from many good doctors where he later underwent a major surgery
- •After leaving the hospital, he quit his job to recuperate
- •Each time his illness recurred, the attack seemed even more serious
Result: Last August, his relatives sank into despair, hoping that he would not live long. At that time, it happened that a relative of the victim crashed into an ionized water processor. His disease responded well and is now recovering.
Cardiovascular Disease Statistics:
Note: In the United States, cardiovascular disease accounts for more than half of the approximately 2 million deaths annually. It is estimated that optimal treatment of drinking water could reduce mortality from cardiovascular disease in the United States up to 15 percent.
Eczema
Prof. Tamura Tatsuji, Keifuku Rehabilitation Center, Japan
"Eczema is used to describe several varieties of skin conditions, which have a number of common features. The exact cause or causes of eczema are not fully understood. In many cases, eczema can be attributed by external irritants."
Case Study:
- •A 70-year-old patient, President of a vehicle spare parts company, suffered 10 years of eczema
- •Could not be cured effectively even under specialist treatment
- •After the war, his lower limbs suffered acute eczema, which later became chronic
- •He was repeatedly treated in a specialist skin hospital
- •The left limb responded well to treatment, but not so on the right limb
- •He suffered severe itchiness, which, when scratched led to bleeding
- •When first examined, his lower limb around the joints was covered with vesicles. Weeping occurred owing to serum exuding from the vesicles
Treatment: I advised him to try consuming ionized water. He bought a unit and consumed the ionized water religiously and used the acidic water to bathe the affected areas.
Result: After 2 weeks of treatment the vesicles dried up. The eczema was completely cleared without any relapse after 1 1/2 month.
Allergy
Prof. Kuninaka Hironaga, Head of Kuninaka-Hospital, Japan
Case Study 1:
"Mr. Yamada, the head of Police Research Institute, suffered from severe allergy. He was treated repeatedly by skin specialist, but with no success. Then he started consuming ionized water."
Result: The allergy responded very well and was soon completely cured. No relapse had occurred, although he had taken all kinds of food. He was most grateful and excited about this treatment.
Case Study 2:
"As for myself, I had also suffered severe allergy. Ever since I began to consume ionized water, the allergy has recovered. Since then, I started a research on the effectiveness of ionized water."
Research Findings:
- •Most allergies is due to acidification of body condition and is also related to consuming too much meat and sugar
- •In every allergy case, the patient's antioxidant minerals are excessively low which in turn lower the body resistance significantly
- •The body becomes overly sensitive and develops allergy easily
- •To stabilize the sensitivity, calcium solution is injected into the vein
"Therefore, it is clear that the ionized water has ionic calcium, which can help alleviate allergy. The ionic calcium not only enhances the heart, urination, and neutralization of toxins but controls acidity. It also enhances the digestive system and liver function. This will promote natural healing power and hence increase its resistance to allergy."
"In some special cases of illness, which do not respond to drugs, it is found to respond well to ionized water."
Digestive System Problem
Prof. Kogure Keizou, Kogure Clinic of Juntendo Hospital, Japan
"The stomach is readily upset both by diseases affecting the stomach and by other general illnesses. In addition, any nervous tension or anxiety frequently causes gastric upset, vague symptoms when they are under some strain."
Key Findings:
"The important role of ionized water in our stomach is to neutralize the secretion and strengthen its functions."
- •Usually, after consuming the ionized water for 1 to 3 minutes, the gastric juice increase to 1 1/2 times
- •For those suffering from hyperchlorhydria or achlorhydria (low in gastric juice), the presence of ionized water will stimulate the stomach cells to secrete more gastric juice. This in turn enhances digestion and absorption of minerals.
- •However, on the other hand, those with hyperchlorhydria (high in gastric juice), the ionized water neutralizes the excessive gastric juice. Hence, it does not create any adverse reaction.
"According to the medical lecturer from Maeba University, the pH of the gastric secretion will still remain normal when ionized water is consumed. This proves that the ability of the ionized water is able to neutralize as well as to stimulate the secretion."
Obesity
Prof. Hatori Tasutaroo, Head of Akajiuiji Blood Centre, Yokohama Hospital, Faitama District
"Due to a higher standard of living, our eating habits have changed. We consume too much proteins, fats and sugar. The excess fats and carbohydrates are in the body as fats."
The Obesity Problem:
In the present lifestyles, Americans are more extravagant in food compared to the Japanese. Due to this excessive intake obesity is a significant problem. Normally, one out of five males and one out of four females is obese.
Research Findings:
- •The degree of "burn-out" in food intake largely depends on the amount of intake of vitamins and minerals
- •When excessive intake of proteins, carbohydrates and fats occurs, the requirement for vitamins and minerals increases
- •Nowadays, many people suffer from acidification that leads to diabetes, heart diseases, cancer, liver and kidney diseases
- •If our food intake can be completely burned off, then there is no deposition of fats. Obviously, there will be no acidification problem and hence there should not be any sign of obesity
Ionized Water Solution:
"The ionized water contains an abundance of ionic calcium. This ionic calcium helps in the 'burn-off' process. By drinking ionized water, it provides sufficient minerals for our body."
"As a result, we do not need to watch our diet to stay slim. Hence, ionized water is a savior for those suffering from obesity and many adult diseases, providing good assistance in enhancing good health."
Hypochlorhydria or Achlorhydria
Prof. Kuninaka Hironage, Head of Kuninaka Hospital
"Too many fats in the diets, which lead to the deposition of cholesterol on the blood vessels, which in turn constrict the blood flow, cause most illnesses such as high blood pressure."
Research & Findings:
"In accordance with the theory of Professor Gato of Kyushu University on Vitamin K (because vitamin K enables the blood calcium to increase), or the consumption of more antioxidant water, the effectiveness of the increase in the calcium in high blood pressure is most significant."
"The consumption of alkaline antioxidant water for a period of 2 to 3 months, I have observed the blood pressure slowly drop, due to the water's solvent ability, which dissolves the cholesterol in the blood vessels."
Kidney Disease
Prof. Kuwata Keijiroo, Doctor of Medicine, Japan
Clinical Observations:
Dr. Kerijiroo explains that for severe kidney failure, water intake has to be restricted. However whereas ordinary tap water "contains phosphate, calcium carbonate and the acidic ions... [that] tend to reduce the efficiency of the calcium ions...," he feels that in controlled amounts, Alkaline Ionic water will "strengthen the heart and increase urination."
Treatment Protocol:
He goes on to claim that over the next six to twelve months, the patient should maintain an alkaline diet (reduced animal protein) and continue drinking the Alkaline Ionic water to reduce the amounts of urea and uric acid in the blood.
He also feels that, through his clinical experience that:
- •Patients undergoing kidney dialysis should also drink Alkaline Ionic water
- •Those patients with kidney disease who do not respond to drugs should also consume Alkaline Ionic water
Arthritis and Gouts
Dr. Reverse Aging by Sang Whang
Understanding the Condition:
The reason behind Arthritis and Gouts is the accumulation of acid in the joints. The built-up acid damages the cartilage and irritates the joints. As we know, the joints are a place where the blood cannot easily remove waste products.
According to Webster, gout is a metabolic disease characterized by an excess of uric acid in the blood and the accumulation of uric acid salts in the tissues surrounding the joints, especially in the feet and hands: it causes swelling and severe pain, especially in the big toe.
Current medicine has no effective treatment for this type of degenerative disease. Because it is painful, painkillers are instinctively taken; however, aspirin types are acidic and can still irritate the joints. The sooner we accept that these sores are the result of too much acidic waste, the sooner we find cures for these problems.
Diarrhea
Dr. Testsuji Hokudou, Director of Gastroenterology, National Ohkura Hospital
Clinical Trial Results:
Dr. Testsuji discovered that according to double-blind clinical tests comparing the effects on various diseases, alkaline ionized water showed significantly more effective results against chronic diarrhea than the pure water group.
Alkaline ionized water was effective in 94.1% of volunteers.
Osteoporosis
Kyoto University School of Medicine, Department of Pathology
Assistant Professor Rei Takahashi, Professor Emeritus Yoshinori Itokawa
Alkaline ionized water promotes osteogenesis. Calcium metabolism disorders are considered one of the causes of osteoporosis, the number of cases of which is increasing today.
Research Study:
Therefore, we conducted a series of experiments by feeding rats different amounts of calcium and giving them tap water, calcium lactate solution, and alkaline ionized water during their free time.
According to the study of bone and blood composition, the osteogenesis rate was found in increasing order of tap water, calcium lactate solution and alkaline ionized water. Especially when the calcium content of the feed is low, it was believed that alkaline ionized water had a great effect on increasing osteogenesis.
Constipation
Dr. Testsuji Hokudou, Director of Gastroenterology, National Ohkura Hospital
Clinical Trial:
A clinical trial was conducted by giving alkaline ionized water and pure water to 163 volunteers who are suffering from stomach pain.
The overall rate of improvement was significantly higher for those who received alkaline ionized water.
Uric Acid
Understanding Uric Acid and Gout:
As we know, uric acid is one of the main causes of painful symptoms experienced by gout patients. Therefore, controlling the production of this substance is key to managing symptoms. One technique currently used to achieve this goal is to alter the body's pH level to manipulate uric acid production.
Increasing the alkalinity of the body lowers uric acid levels. Uric acid can be diluted with drinking water, and the more alkaline your body will be and the more uric acid will dissolve in the water you drink.
High Cholesterol
Prof. Kuninaka Hironage, Head of Kuninaka Hospital
Clinical Findings:
"There is too much fat in the diet, which leads to the accumulation of cholesterol in the arteries, which in turn narrows the blood circulation, causes most diseases, such as high blood pressure. According to the theory of Professor Gato of Kyushu University about vitamin K (because vitamin K causes the blood calcium level to rise) or consumption of water that prevents oxidation, the effectiveness of calcium increase in high blood pressure is most significant."
"While consuming Alkaline Antioxidant Water for 2-3 months, I have noticed a slow drop in blood pressure due to the dissolving power of the water, which dissolves cholesterol in the blood vessels."
Cancer
Korean Scientific Reports on the Effects of Ionized Water
Anti-cancer Effects Study:
After benign tumor cells were injected into cancer-free laboratory mice, the mice were given alkaline water and the tumor size was measured 20 days later.
The results showed that mice given ionized water (ARW) showed reduced tumor growth and tumor size compared to mice without ARW.
Colon Cleansing - Dr. Hiromi Shinya, CEO of Shinya Hospital, New York:
His revolutionary "Shinya" system is used in colonoscopy worldwide. "Health professionals know that a healthy and clean colon is the best first step to good health and that many illnesses and diseases are caused by an acidic and dirty colon."
Water is important for health. Drinking "good water", especially hard water with lots of calcium and magnesium, keeps your body at a healthy and alkaline PH.
Scientific Research: Alkaline Water and Longevity
A comprehensive 3-year survival study was conducted on a population of 150 mice to investigate the biological effects of alkaline water consumption. The study was published in Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine and analyzed using accelerated failure time (AFT) models.
Key Findings:
- •Starting from the second year of life, nonparametric survival plots suggest that mice watered with alkaline water showed better survival than control mice
- •Statistical analysis revealed that alkaline water provides higher longevity in terms of "deceleration aging factor" as it increases the survival functions when compared with control group
- •Animals belonging to the population treated with alkaline water resulted in a longer lifespan
- •Histological examination of mice kidneys, intestine, heart, liver, and brain revealed that no significant differences emerged among the three groups, indicating that no specific pathology resulted from the consumption of alkaline water
Lifestyle Benefits of Medisoul Alkaline Ionized Water
Hydration & Body Cleansing:
Drinking Medisoul ion-balanced alkaline ionized water is the best way to hydrate yourself and cleanse your body.
Exercise Performance:
Drinking alkaline water after exercising increases performance indicators such as a decrease in lactate concentration and a rise in the power output of the muscle.
Enhanced Beverage Experience:
- •Tea & Coffee: With alkaline water, you don't just drink tea or coffee, but take in their deep aroma to enjoy the best combination of taste and health.
- •Liquor & Cocktails: Alkaline water doesn't just quench your thirst; it also helps liquor and cocktails taste better! Try a delicious cocktail on the rocks mixed with our alkaline water!
Conclusion
These medical case studies represent decades of clinical research and observation from respected medical professionals in Japan, where water ionizers have been used for over 40 years and are certified by the Korean and Japanese Ministries of Health as approved medical devices.
While these studies demonstrate the therapeutic potential of ionized alkaline water, it is important to consult with healthcare professionals before using ionized water as part of any treatment regimen, especially for serious medical conditions.