How to make water alkaline at home (8 ways)

Buying alkaline water from your nearest store or online is expensive. If you don’t want to spend money on buying bottled alkaline water, we will teach you simple, natural ways to make water alkaline.

Quick pick

  1. Using baking soda
  2. Use of lemon juice
  3. Use of PH drops
  4. Water filter pitcher or jug
  5. The multi-stage water filter system
  6. Water ionizer
  7. use of lemon slices and Himalayan salt.
  8. Use lemon and water.
  9. alkaline water filter bottle.
  10. Use apple cider vinegar.
  11. Use cucumber
  12. Use of an alkaline stick

Here are simple ways to make water alkaline at home

  1. Using baking soda
How to make water alkaline at home using baking soda

Using baking soda is one of the most well-known methods that people use to increase the pH of their water at home.

Use 1/8 tablespoon (600mg) of baking soda and add it to 8 ounces (0.237 liters) of filtered or purified water.

Shake until the baking soda dissolves.

Caution: baking soda is high in sodium, so if you are on a special diet that requires the use of less salt, then this method is not ideal for you.

Best baking soda

Bobs Red Mill Pure Baking soda

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  1. Use of lemon juice

Use 1/8 tablespoon of lemon juice and add it to 8 ounces of filtered water.

  1. Use of PH drops

PH drops help raise the level of your standard water to an alkaline level.

Add a few drops of PH drop to each glass of filtered water.

Best PH drops

NameImageingredientswhere to buy
1Alkazone Make Your Own Alkaline Water Alkazone Alkaline drops Potassium, Sodium, Magnesium, and CalciumAmazon
2ALKAZONE Balance Your pH (Antioxidants Alkaline Mineral Booster & Supplements) (Single)Alkazone mineral drops Potassium bicarbonate, potassium citrate, potassium lactate, tripotassium phosphate, calcium, selenium, magnesium, zinc, and aminozoneAmazon
3Alkalife Alkaline pH Booster Drops, 1.25 oz BottleAlkalife Booster dropsdistilled water, potassium hydroxide, and sodium hydroxide.Amazon

4Trace Minerals Research Trace minerals dropnatural occurring Ionic Sea Minerals and varying trace mineralsAmazon
5Anderson's Sea M.D. Concentrated Trace Mineral DropsAnderson's sea minerals drops Pure Great Salt Lake concentrateAmazon
6Dr. Arenanders BrainGain Formulas Trace Minerals - Fulvic Minerals - Alkaline Drops  Mineral alkaline dropPotassium and sodiumAmazon
7AlkaMax Alkaline Booster drops by Natural Balance Alkamax Alkaline booster drop Magnesium (as Magnesium Chloride), Chloride (as Magnesium Chloride), Deionized water and trace mineral complex.Amazon
8Swanson Alkaline Booster ph Protector Drops Swanson alkaline mineral drop Water, CAW Michelle (sodium meta silicate, sulfates castor oil, calcium chloride, magnesium sulfate), fossilized Organics from refined lignite.Amazon
9Doctor care plus pH Alkaline Water DropsDoctor care plus pH Alkaline Water Droppotassium, magnesium, chloride, and naturally alkaline fruit extracts watermelon and lime.Amazon
10Liph Solutions Ultimate pH Balance Liph Solutions Ultimate pH Balance Purified water, Modified Liquid Silicon DioxideAmazon
11ALKAVITA HEALTHY WATER DROPSALKAVITA HEALTHY WATER DROPSAlkahydroxy TM. Modified Liquid Silicate (Si), concentrate and purified water RO UV. Amazon
  1. Alkaline water filter pitcher or jug

An alkaline water filter pitcher is a jug that comes with an alkaline filter.

The filter removes contaminants and then, at the final stages, adds minerals such as calcium and magnesium, which make your water have high PH levels.

Best alkaline water filter jug

NameImagecapacityReplacement filterFilter lifeBuy
1Lake IndustriesLake industries Alkaline Water Pitcher 2.5 litersLake Industries replacement cartridge150 liters/ 40 gallons, 2 months.Buy from Amazon
2Naples Naturals Naples Naturals EF Alkaline Water Filter Pitcher10 cupsNaples Naturals replacement cartridge70 gallons or 45-60 daysBuy from Amazon
3DRAGONNDRAGONN Alkaline Water Pitcher3.5 litersDRAGONN Cartridge ReplacementN/ABuy from Amazon
4EhmEhm Ultra Premium Alkaline water Filter Pitcher3.5litersReplacement Cartridge for Ultra Premiumafter 300 litersBuy from Amazon
5Invigorated WaterInvigorated water Alkaline Water Filter Pitcher2.5 Liters/84 OZReplacement Water Filter By Invigorated Water1500 cups/360 litres/96 gallonsBuy from Amazon
6claroClaro Alkaline Water Pitcher3.5litersClaro Replacement Filter after two monthsBuy from Amazon
7New Wave EnviroNew Wave Enviro Alkaline Water Filter Pitcher10 cupsNew Wave Enviro replacement filter64 gallonsBuy from Amazon
8Santevia Water SystemsSantevia Water Systems Alkaline Water Pitcher (Blue)2.1liters or 9 Santevia Water Systems replacement cartridge1, 250 (8oz) glasses/ 80 gallons/300 liters or every 2 monthsBuy from Amazon
9Seychelle pH2OSeychelle pH2O Alkaline Water Filter Pitcher 64 ozSeychelle pH2O Replacement cartridge100 gallonsBuy from Amazon
10OXAOXA Alkaline Water Filter Pitcher 2.5 L/10 cupsOXA Replacement Filters 2400 cups / 153 gallons / 600 litres.Buy from Amazon
11WellblueWellblue Alkaline Black Water Filter Pitcher3.5litersWellBlue Alkaline Replacement Filters300 liters/70gallonsBuy from Amazon
12Hskyhan Hskyhan Alkaline Water Filter Pitcher3.5 litersHskyhan Replacement Filters300 ouncesBuy from Amazon
13Reshape Reshape Water 10- Cup Pitcher with 6-Stage Filter10 cups/3.5 litersReshape Water Replacement Filters 75 days/300 liters /79 gallonBuy from Amazon

How the jug work

  • The jug comes with a filter that works in different stages to treat your water.
  • You add water to the top of the jug.
  • The water passes through the first stages of the filter where the contaminants in the water are removed.
  • After removal of the contaminants, the water then goes through another stage called remineralization where important minerals such as magnesium and others are added.
  • The treated water goes to the bottom of the jug, which is now ready for use.

  1. A multi-stage water filter system

Most water filter systems are known for removing contaminants in water such as chlorine, heavy metals, fluoride, and particulate.

There are water filter systems that have multi-stage treatments that include different layers of treated water.

Within the stages, there is the last stage known as remineralization, where a small number of minerals such as calcium and magnesium are released into the water to increase the pH level.

The system includes a countertop alkaline water filter like (APEX Countertop Drinking Water Filter – Alkaline White), a faucet water filter like (Invigorated water), a reverse osmosis system like (iSpring RCC7AK 6-Stage Superb Taste High Capacity Under Sink Reverse Osmosis)

Best systems

iSpring RCC7AK Capacity Drinking Remineralization

Invigorated water alkaline water filter system

APEX Countertop Drinking Water Filter Alkaline

  1. Water ionizer

A water ionizer is a machine that works by separating negative and positive electrodes in water.

The system returns the water in two ways: one acidic and one alkaline.

One disadvantage of using water ionizers is that they produce water that has a PH of up to 12, which is too high for human consumption.

The best water ionizer machines

NameImageFeatures
1Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 9.0 Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 9.0*PH levels-3.0-11.5*Antioxidant potential -860 to +1000*LCD -color LCD screen *Self cleaning *9 Platinum titanium plates * Filter that treats 4,000 Liters *Voltage - 110V*Warranty-Limited lifetime
Buy from Amazon
Buy at quality water treatment
2IntelGadgets IONtech IT-757 IntelGadgets IONtech IT-757*PH levels-adjustable PH levels *Antioxidant potential -up to -800 *LCD - color LCD screen*Self-cleaning *5 Platinum titanium plates *Activated carbon fiber (ACF) Filter and treats 6,000-12,000 Liters (approx. 1,500-3,000 gallons) *Voltage -110V/60Hz (220V available upon request) *Warranty-2 yearsBuy from Amazon
3Irayer Alkaline Water IonizerIrayer Alkaline Water Ionizer*PH levels-3.0 to 11.0 pH *Antioxidant potential -800 to +500 ORP *LCD - color LCD screen *Self-cleaning *11 Platinum titanium plates *Filter that treats 8,000 Liters (approx. 1,500-3,000 gallons) *Voltage -220VBuy from Amazon
4Bawell Platinum Alkaline Water Ionizer MachineBawell Platinum Alkaline Water Ionizer Machine*PH levels- 2.0 to 12.0 pH*Antioxidant potential -+600 to -800*LCD - color LCD screen *Self-cleaning *7 Platinum titanium plates *Filter that treats 5,000 liters/1320 gallons*Voltage -110V *Warranty-lifetimeBuy from Amazon
5aQuasafe Home Water Ionizer aQuasafe Home Water Ionizer*PH levels-2.8 to 11.0 pH *Antioxidant potential -up to -800mv*LCD - color LCD screen*Self-cleaning *11 Platinum titanium plates *Filter that treats 8,000 liters *Voltage -110V/50Hz *Warranty-12 monthsBuy from Amazon
6Health wiser Alkaline Water Ionizer MachineHealth wiser Alkaline Water Ionizer Machine*PH levels-3.0 to 11.5 pH *Antioxidant potential -N/A *LCD - color LCD screen *Self-cleaning *2 Platinum titanium plates *Two Filter *Voltage -110V/50Hz*Warranty-lifetimeBuy from Amazon
7Rhorawill Alkaline Water Ionizer MachineRhorawill Alkaline Water Ionizer Machine*PH levels-4.0 to 10.5 pH*Antioxidant potential -Up to -680mV *LCD - color LCD screen *Self-cleaning *3 Platinum titanium plates * Filter that treats 9,000 liters/1-year*Voltage Max. 150W, AC110V~240V *Warranty-2 yearsBuy from Amazon
8AquaGreen Alkaline Water Ionizer MachineAquaGreen Alkaline Water Ionizer Machine*PH levels-3.5 to 10.5 pH*Antioxidant potential -Up to -500mV *LCD - color LCD screen *Self-cleaning *5 Platinum titanium plates * Filter that treats 6,000Liters *Voltage -AC110V-240V 50/60HZBuy from Amazon
9AlkaDrops LED Water Ionizer Purifier MachineAlkaDrops LED Water Ionizer Purifier Machine*PH levels-4.5 to 10 pH*Antioxidant potential-+300 ~ - 500mV*LCD - color LCD screen *Self-cleaning *5 Platinum titanium plates * No Filter *Voltage-110V-240V 50/60HZ*Warranty-N/ABuy from Amazon
10AQUALKA Water Ionizer & Purifier MachineAQUALKA Water Ionizer & Purifier Machine*PH levels-3.5 to 10.5 pH *Antioxidant potential-600 ~ -500mV*LCD - color LCD screen*Self-cleaning *5Platinum titanium plates * Filter that treats 1,585 gallons (6000L) /up to 1-year *Voltage -110V~220V 50Hz*Warranty-5yearsBuy from Amazon
11Water Ionizer Delphi H2 by AlkaViva - Undersink Water MachineOrigin: South Korea
Weight: 25 lbs.
Dimensions: 9 3/8″ Tall | Long Spout: 5 1/2″ | Short Spout: 4 1/2″
Electrodes: 9 Platinum / Titanium
Electrolysis Method: H2 Infusion Technology
Cleaning: DARC II Cleaning System – Dual Automatic Reverse Cleaning
Filter Replacement: UltraWater + Pre-Filter
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12Water Ionizer Melody II by AlkaViva – Alkaline Water MachinePH level: 4.5 to 10
Filter: Dual ultra-water filtration system
ORP: -400 +/- mV
Electrode plate-5 smart electrode
Platinum source-Japan
DARC automatic cleaning
Buy at quality water treatment
13Kangen Water Machine Leveluk K8Platinum Alkaline Water IonizerCOLOR: White
Negative ORP (mV): – 800
pH Range: 2.5 – 11.5
Production rate (l/min): Kangen Water®: 4.5 – 7.6, Acidic Water: 1.5 – 2.6, Strong Acidic Water: 0.6 – 1.1
Generates: 5 water type
Wattage: 230
Total Weight (kg): 5
Dimension WHD: (mm) 345 x 279 x 147
Production rate (l/min) with 100 kPA Kangen Water®: 4.5 – 7.6, Acidic Water: 1.5 – 2.6, Strong Acidic Water: 0.6 – 1.1
Display language: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin (display and audio)
Buy at quality water treatment
14Life Water Ionizer MXL-15 Alkaline Water Ionizer Hydrogen MachineCounter Top or Under Counter Installation
15 XL Matrix GRID™ Plates
800 Watts XL Power™ SMPS
Life MicroMembrane™ Technology
1.7 – 12.2 pH Range
Up to -703 ORP at Drinkable 9.5 pH
Lifetime Warranty
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15Life Water Ionizer MXL-11 Under Counter Alkaline Hydrogen Water IonizerCounter Top or Under Counter Installation
11 XL Matrix GRID™ Plates
800 Watts XL Power™ SMPS
Life MicroMembrane™ Technology
2.0 – 12.0 pH Range
Up to -559 ORP at Drinkable 9.5 pH
Lifetime Warranty
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16Tyent ACE-11 Counter-Top Extreme Water IonizerTyent ACE-11 Counter-Top Extreme Water IonizerNegative ORP Levels: Up to -1050*
pH Levels: 1.7-12.0*
Buy at quality water treatment
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17Tyent UCE 11 Under Counter Water IonizerTyent UCE 11 Under Counter Water IonizerNegative ORP Levels: Up to -1050*
pH Levels: 1.7-12.0*
Plates: Solid/Mesh Hybrid 11 plates dipped and baked.
Power Settings: 4 Alkaline, 3 Acidic, 1 Turbo (for both alkaline and acidic output) 1 Neutral. Fully adjustable with 99 presets per level.
Buy at quality water treatment
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  1. Use of lemon slices and Himalayan salt

You will use

  • 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Himalayan salt

Steps

  • Put 64 oz of clean, filtered water in a jug. Clean the lemon and cut it into pieces.
  • Add the pieces of clean lemon to the water without squeezing the juice.
  • Then add 1 teaspoon of Himalayan salt and cover.

Let the mixture sit overnight (12 hours)

Your water is ready for drinking.

  1. Use of lemon and water

Put 64 oz of filtered water in the jug.

Cut one clean lemon into pieces and add it to the water.

Do not squeeze the lemon, just place the lemon in the water.

Cover the water and let it sit for 12 hours.

  1. Alkaline water filter bottle

An alkaline water filter bottle is another way to make ionized water while traveling, at the office, hiking, shopping, or on vacation.

The bottle has a filtration system that increases the water PH level and at the same time removes contaminants.

The best alkaline water filter bottle.

NameImagePH Levelcapacityfilter lifeBuy from
1Hi-Life Ph Hi-Life Ph	alkaline water bottle9550ml30 gallonsAmazon
2Gosoit Hydrogen Gosoit Hydrogen alkaline water bottle7.2-9.5300ml/11oz3-6monthsAmazon
3GosoitGosoit  alkaline water bottle7.2-9.5260ml/9OzAmazon
4Invigorated water GlassInvigorated water glass alkaline water bottle300/400ml300 cups/16 gallons/72 litersAmazon
5DivineDivine  alkaline water bottle9.5400ml365 usesAmazon
6Seychelle pH2O Seychelle alkaline water filter bottle9.528 oz100 gallonsAmazon
7EHM UltraEHM silver alkaline water filter bottle7+ to 9.5600/550ml300 cups (16 gallons)Amazon
8PH consciousPH conscious alkaline water filter bottle16oz, 450ml300 cups/16 gallons/72 litres Amazon
9DYLN living DYLN living alkaline water filter bottle925.4 oz, 750ml400 fillAmazon
10invigorated water stainless steel Invigorated water stainless steel alkaline water filter bottle400/650/950300 cups/16 gallons/72 litersAmazon
Walmart
11i-water BM i-Water BM alkaline water filter bottle8.5380/600/1400 ml1 yearAmazon
12DYLN InsulatedDYLN Insulated alkaline water filter bottle9.532 oz315 refills/300 LAmazon
  1. How to make alkaline water with apple cider vinegar

You will need 500mililiter/16ounces of water and ½ teaspoon of apple cider vinegar.

Mix both and stir. It is ready

  1. How to make alkaline water with cucumber

You will need a few slices of cucumber and 500 milliliters of water/16ounces.

Combine both and give the cucumber time to seep into the water.

You can prepare it in the morning before you sleep, and it will be ready in the morning.

  1. Use of Alkaline sticks

The alkaline stick contains natural ingredients that help regulate PH levels.

Best alkaline water sticks

NameImageingredientsWhere to buy
1EHM Small Portable Alkaline Water Stick Hydrogen Mineral PurifierEHM Small Portable Alkaline Water Stick Hydrogen Mineral PurifierTourmaline Stone, Maifanshi Stone, Far-Infrared Stone, Nano-Silver Powder, Calcium Ion Stone Amazon


2Power Ionic Health Ion Alkaline Water Purifier Stick pH IonizerPower Ionic Health Ion Alkaline Water Purifier Stick pH Ionizer tourmaline ceramics, water-soluble calcium carbonate, coral fossil, dichloride ceramics, natural ores, and black stoneAmazon
3NewCell Alkaline Hydrogen Portable Water Ionizer StickNewCell Alkaline Hydrogen Portable Water Ionizer StickNatural mineralsAmazon


4Eletop Alkaline Water Stick, Nano Energy Stick, Alkaline Water IonizerEletop Alkaline Water Stick, Nano Energy Stick, Alkaline Water Ionizer tourmaline stone, maifanshi-stone, far infrared stone, nano silver powder, Calcium ion, and StoneAmazon


5Amsper Alkaline Hydrogen Water Ionizer Stick Amsper Alkaline Hydrogen Water Ionizer Stick tourmaline stone, Maifanshi-stone, Far-infrared stone, and nano silver powderAmazon
6HailiCare 4pcs Portable Alkaline Water IonizerHailiCare 4pcs Portable Alkaline Water Ionizer tourmaline ceramics, water-soluble calcium carbonate, coral fossil, dechlorine ceramics, and black stone Amazon
7Bioexcel Portable Water Ionizer Alkaline Water StickBioexcel Portable Water Ionizer Alkaline Water StickTourmaline, Zeolite and Maifanshi stones Amazon
8Goodlee Water Purifier Filter, Alkaline Water Stick  Goodlee Water Purifier Filter, Alkaline Water Stick
Tourmaline, maifanite, Anion energy stone, Far-Infrared Stone, Calcium Ion Stone, and 13 Minerals Amazon
9SANTEVIA a408 Water bottle mineralizerSANTEVIA a408 Water bottle mineralizer
mineral balls and chlorine reduction ball Amazon

All the above methods can help make reverse osmosis water alkaline.

Before trying to make water alkaline at home, test your water to know the PH level using the PH test kit or digital PH meter.

How to test the water

  • Fetch water from the tap and put it in the glass.
  • Use the PH kit, which comes with a strip and color chart.
  • Dip the strip in water and wait for a moment.
  • Compare the colors on the strip with the colors on the chart.

Water from the tap is at 7 levels if the level is below 7 it is acidic and above 7 is Alkaline.

Using the above methods is more affordable, easy, and long-term compared to buying bottled water.

The ways also help reduce the wastage of plastic bottles in our environment.

Do you know any effective ways to make water alkaline at home? If so, please share the idea with us using the comment box below.

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