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Kangen Water Terminology Glossary

The water industry has some specific terminology that might be difficult for the general public to immediately understand. To help Independent Distributors communicate effectively and provide the most consistent and accurate information, we compiled a glossary of some common terms and phrases specific to our industry and to Kangen Water Enagic. This guide should come in handy when interacting with prospects.

Success in Kangen Water Enagic is not contingent on an Independent Distributor becoming an “expert” in water and water ionizer terminology. However, based on decades of experience, it is important to at least become familiar with the basics. People are often intimidated by terminology that sounds too technical, so we recommend that distributors use terms that are more relatable and less technical.

Kangen Water Glossary

Kangen Water: The Japanese term “Kangen” roughly translates to English as “return to origin.” This term was specifically selected to represent the essence of the ionized alkaline water that Kangen Water Enagic machines produce. The term “Kangen Water” is the registered trademark of Kangen Water Enagic® and it is not permissible, by law, for any other ionizer brand to refer to or call the water produced by their machines by the name Kangen Water. Some people ask why Kangen Water Enagic Founder and CEO Hironari Ohshiro insisted on going through the time, trouble and expense of trademarking the name of the water our machines produce. The answer is very simple. Mr. Ohshiro is a student of business history and he knows, based on countless examples, when your product is the best in the industry, you give it an identity. Of course, we could have saved money by simply referring to Kangen Water by its technical name, “alkaline ionized water,” but in order to give the quality of our water the respect and honor it deserves, it needed a name that sets it apart. “Alkaline ionized water” is the official industry term we recommend Independent Distributors use when providing a more in-depth description of Kangen Water. It should be noted that the word “Kangen” has more significance in Kangen Water Enagic than to just describe a type of water; this word is actually part of a bigger Kangen Water Enagic philosophy. In the same spirit of a “return to origin,” it is the concept of stripping away the things that keep us from arriving at a state of balance and harmony.

Kangen Water Enagic actually promotes five different types of “Kangen”:

• Bodily Constitution = Good Health
• Fair & High Income = Good Earnings
• Quick Return = Rapid Financial Reward
• Reward, Appreciation / Compassion = Care of Self & Others • Societal Support = Care of the Community

pH: This acronym stands for Power / Potential of Hydrogen, which is represented by a logarithmic scale, ranging

from 0 – 14. In our industry, when we refer to “pH,” it is typically regarding a beverage, like water or soda, and will have a reading of acidic, neutral or alkaline. The pH scale measurement is based on the amount of hydrogen ion (H+) activity in the liquid. A beverage is acidic, which is below 7 on the pH scale, when it has more free hydrogen activity, and alkaline, which is above 7 on the pH scale, when there is less free hydrogen activity. The letters of its name are derived from the absolute value of the power / potential (p) of the hydrogen ion concentration (H).

Alkaline: On the pH scale, any measurement above neutral (7.0 pH) is considered alkaline.

Acidic: On the pH scale, any measurement below neutral (7.0 pH) is considered acidic.

Electrolysis / Ionization: This is the process by which water passes over negatively and positively charged plates and is physically split into two separate streams. Negatively charged water is alkaline and positively charged water is acidic.

Plates: This refers to the metal plates that are found in the electrolysis chamber in a water ionizer. The plates conduct electricity, with either a positive or negative charge, during the electrolysis process. The plates are one

of the most important components of a machine, as they greatly influence the strength and longevity of ionized alkaline water properties. The size and amount of power surging through plates create the properties, so larger plates with greater power are preferable.

Electrolysis Chamber: This is essentially the machine’s “engine.” It is where the source water comes in contact with the positively and negatively charged plates and is split into two separate water streams. The actual size of the plates and the amount of electricity surging through them greatly influence the size and construction of the electrolysis chamber. Obviously, a water ionizer with bigger plates and more power requires more solid construction and larger size. The K8 has one of the largest and most powerful electrolysis chambers of any water ionizer on the market. In fact, even the electrolysis chamber of the LeveLuk JR IV, which is a basic starter unit with the smallest plate size and lowest power output of all the Kangen Water Enagic® water ionizers, is larger and better constructed than most other brands.

Antioxidant: These substances or nutrients in foods and beverages have a negative oxidation reduction potential that can prevent or slow oxidative damage to the body. Oxidation, which is a regular function of metabolism and cell function, strips an electron from certain molecules. These molecules, called free radicals, must then steal an electron from a nearby molecule to repair themselves; which means that the nearby molecule must now steal an electron from a molecule that has an excess electron available to donate. Antioxidants act as “free radical scavengers” by donating the excess electron to the free radical, which quells their hyper-reactivity and renders them harmless.

Flow Rate: This term describes the amount of water that flows through an ionizer. The flow rate is an important consideration if a consumer is comparing different brands of ionizers. The SD501 has a flow rate of 7 liters per minute, while the majority of other ionizer brands are between 1.5 liters and 3 liters per minute. The reason for this sizable difference is the size and power of the plates. The SD501 has 7 large plates, with 230 watts of power, which will sufficiently ionize water, even at a high flow rate. Many other ionizers have a regulator / flow control built into their machines, which restricts the amount of water flow in order for their smaller and less powerful plates to ionize the water. The result is often ionized alkaline water with very unstable properties with a very short lifespan. Some of the other ionizers actually promote this as a positive feature, and even a selling point. However, in reality, this is simply a necessary component for these lower-quality machines to produce ionized alkaline water at all.

Source Water: In our company, the term “source water” refers to the water that is feeding the machine. It is the water that flows from the faucet being used. The term is often used to explain to consumers that every location has a different quality of source water and that there are many factors that determine this quality.

TDS : This acronym stands for Total Dissolved Solids. This water industry term is used to describe solids in water that can pass through a filter and as the measurement of the amount of those solids that have been dissolved in water. These solids can include carbonate, bicarbonate, chloride, sulfate, phosphate, nitrate, calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, organic ions, and other ions. Certain levels of these ions in water are necessary for good health, which is why some are referred to as “essential minerals.” However, TDS concentrations that are way too high or too low can lead to health issues. Again, the easiest response is that Kangen Water originates as tap water before filtration or ionization, so the TDS is no higher than allowable by municipal water rules and regulations.

These are probably the most widely used terms and phrases which represent the foundation of knowledge of water basics. Become familiar with these and other important terms and phrases along your journey as an Independent Distributor.