It is very common to hear people say that drinking pure distilled water is harmful because it can be slightly acidic with a pH typically between 6 and 7. The truth of the matter is that the unique properties of this ultra-pure drinking water actually make the acidic/ alkaline debate totally meaningless!

Distilled water is the only water that can be taken into the body without damaging the tissues. What we as scientists and the public have never realised is that minerals collected in the body from water are all inorganic minerals, which cannot be assimilated by the body. The only minerals that the body can utilise are the organic minerals from fruits and vegetables. The Choice is Clear by Dr Allen.D.Banks, M.D.

Distilled water is by far the purest and best water for consumption. However, there seems to be a few myths about distilled water.

Some people think that drinking alkaline water (hard water loaded with inorganic and dead minerals which the body cannot assimilate well) will enhance their health. But in reality, this contradicts the design of nature. The reason behind promoting drinking alkaline water is totally wrong.

One may not feel the adverse effects of alkaline water at the early stages; however, prolonged consumption will lead to a weakened digestion and impaired absorption of nutrients. It will also stress the pancreas that has to work much harder because of the reduced acidity in the stomach.