How to Measure Molecular Hydrogen in Alkaline Ionized Water?
Molecular hydrogen in alkaline ionized water refers to diatomic hydrogen, denoted as H2, which is dissolved in the water. Molecular hydrogen is the simplest and smallest molecule, consisting of two hydrogen atoms bonded together. Being neutral and non-polar, it dissolves in water but doesn't ionize, meaning it doesn't break down into ions. In alkaline ionized water, molecular hydrogen is produced during the electrolysis process.
Electrolysis involves passing an electric current through water, which splits water molecules (H2O) into oxygen (O2), hydrogen ions (H+), and hydroxide ions (OH-). Some of the hydrogen ions then combine to form free floating molecular hydrogen (H2). The presence of molecular hydrogen gives the ionized water its antioxidant properties and anti-inflammatory effects.
The amount of molecular hydrogen that can be dissolved in water is influenced by factors like temperature, pressure, and the water's pH level. In alkaline conditions a higher concentration of molecular hydrogen can be maintained which is why source water mineral content is so important. High quality home water ionizers are only able to create dissolved hydrogen up to 1.5 PPM - 2 PPM max. Dissolved hydrogen above 1.5 PPM is considered world class.
To be able to measure the amount of dissolved hydrogen (H2) in the alkaline ionized water you will need a high quality H2 meter for measurement accuracy. The YY-4400 H2 meter below can measure dissolved hydrogen up to 2.4 parts per million (PPM). This meter also measures temperature, potential hydrogen (pH), and oxidation reduction potential (ORP). I have personally owned this meter for well over 2 years, and it gets the job done nicely. The batteries need to be changed every 6 - 12 months, and I have still not had to calibrate the meter the entire time I have owned it. I highly recommend it if you own a water ionizer.
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