Understanding and Enhancing Your Water Quality: A Guide from Ionza

We understand that safe drinking water is just the beginning. For those on a quest to achieve optimal health and longevity, the quality of the water you drink plays a crucial role. Here’s how you can assess your water against New Zealand's standards and consider what higher standards you might set for yourself.

Navigating New Zealand Drinking Water Standards

The Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand set limits for various substances in water to ensure safety and health. These include:

• Microbiological Safety: Ensuring water is free from harmful organisms like E. coli.
• Chemical Safety: Setting limits on chemicals such as arsenic and lead to minimize long-term health risks.
• Aesthetic Values: Focusing on the appearance, taste, and smell of water, which affects its acceptability.

How to Self-Assess Your Water Quality

1. Get a Water Quality Report: Obtain this from your local council or water provider, detailing the levels of various substances in your drinking water at the location of the supplier. This is not going to report on any changes that happen between the water source and your home.
2. Compare with Standards: Ensure the contaminants are below the Maximum Acceptable Values as per national standards.
3. Consider Your Health Objectives: If your goal is peak health, you might set stricter limits for these substances than those provided by national standards.

Raising the Bar: For Optimal Health and Longevity

For those aiming for maximum health benefits and longevity, consider the following:

• Stricter Chemical Limits: Lowering exposure to chemicals below national MAVs can be beneficial, especially for substances where no safe threshold is universally agreed upon, like lead and arsenic.
• Minimizing Contaminants: Opt for water with the lowest possible levels of any contaminants. This includes emerging contaminants not fully covered by current regulations.
• Enhancing Mineral Content: Seek out or enhance water with beneficial minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium, which are linked to better health outcomes.
• Enhancing Molecular Hydrogen Content: Increase the molecular hydrogen content in your drinking water. Molecular hydrogen has been researched for its antioxidant properties and potential health benefits, including reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.  
• Reducing Disinfection Byproducts: Choose water treatment methods that minimize byproducts from disinfection processes like chlorination, which may have long-term health impacts.
• Using Advanced Purification Technologies: Implement technologies that can remove a broader range of contaminants than typical municipal treatments.

Ionza's Solutions for Superior Water Quality

If you find that your water quality does not meet your personal health goals:

• Advanced Filtration Systems: Our range includes products that significantly reduce or eliminate contaminants, meeting and exceeding health-based water quality standards.
• Water Enhancement Systems: Our technologies go beyond filtration, enriching water with essential minerals and utilizing processes like ionization and molecular hydrogen infusion for optimal hydration and health benefits.  

Take the Next Step with Ionza

Understanding your drinking water's quality and how it compares to both national standards and your health goals is the first step toward better wellness. At Ionza, we are dedicated to helping you achieve superior water quality. Explore our website to see how our products can transform your water experience and support your journey to a healthier life.