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Did You Know That Alkaline Water Must Be Stored in Glass Containers? (And where does one find some good ones?)


    I am sure many of you have heard the hoopla about alkaline water and its advantages for health and energy. I've done a lot of research on it myself. The best source of information, though, was actually speaking on the phone at length to the designer of a great ionizer that I have now used for years with excellent results. I happened to get him on the phone one day when I was calling in with a question. Being a veteran phone schmoozer, I took the opportunity to ply him with all my questions about alkaline water.

    He told me that there are a lot of things that no one tells alkaline water users. One of the key things is that the water does not stay ionized (alkalized) for more than a day or two, and that to best retain its alkalinity, it must be stored in glass containers only, not plastic, and in the dark. Light apparently causes the ionization to break down. These points never seem to be covered anywhere, so I am glad to mention them here. I see alkaline water for sale in grocery stores these days- do not buy. And if you don't believe me, test it yourself with ph strips.

    I of course have ph strips and tested all this out myself, He was right- plastic containers cause rapid deterioration. And alkalinity does only  last a day or two.

    Since then, I have been on a search for good, and inexpensive, glass containers. Ones that won't break or make a mess, and are the right size.

    For large batches of water, a cleaned-out pickle jar works just great, and is free with the pickles!

    But one can't take a pickle jar to work or when travelling.

    I have finally found some good, actually leak-proof bottles that I can put in my purse along with my makeup and wallet, and not worry about leaks or breakage.

   This is Pratico Leakproof Glass Bottles (pack of 2). I studied the data about them on Amazon, and by applying was lucky enough to get a set at no cost with a request for a review and feedback.

    I have been using my bottles non-stop since I got them. First, as already mentioned, they do NOT  leak. And they are made of very sturdy Pyrex-like glass- thick and strong.

    They have ounce-measuring markers on the side, so you can see how many ounces you have stored. They are easy to hold, and also (most important) fit easily  into my medium-size purse.

    The design, in my opinion, is sleek and nice-looking, The cap is sturdy too and screws and unscrews easily.

     Of course, I tested my alkaline water with this bottle, and it it is excellent at maintaining the alkalinity. And it's dark in my purse- presto, I'm all set for a long day of work and travel.

     You can find these bottles on Amazon and I'll put the link below.

https://amzshark.com/r/glass-bottles-2

     As a note, in my previous long searches for glass bottles, the other ones I found were klunky-looking and way more expensive than these- it's a plus that you get  two at that price.

    Thanks for reading this. I'd like to propose a toast (with my new bottle) to healthy alkaline water!

  Shelli's Shopping is a blog for shoppers of all kinds and in particular those looking for a good buy, from starving artists to working poor to those who are on a budget for whatever reason or just want good value for their hard-earned money. Shelli Pruett is a blogger, cartoonist, proofreader, product reviewer, and communications director at a marketing company. She lives in Southern California with her family and four dogs, who provide an ample stream of dog product purchasing experiences.

#LeakProofGlassBottles

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Nanonutra's Immunity Plus Makes the Grade

I wanted to take a moment to comment on Nanonutra's Immunity + Supergreens supplement, which I found to be of top-notch quality. I'll post  the link below.

I am a vitamin connoisseur and have studied nutrition on my own for many years, starting with pregnancy and continuing right on from there to handle my own health issues naturally. (Not being able to afford health insurance was a proof of the old saying, "Necessity is the mother of invention"!)

But even I was surprised at the quality of these. These supergreens have wheatgrass, barley grass, alfalfa, turmeric, Spirulina, Flax, and many more, PLUS enzymes to ensure full absorption. I like having lots of items there so I don't have to take ten pills, and added enzymes is a great extra touch. Some days I don't have time to take a zillion pills, so these fit the bill exactly.

What really impressed me though was that the tablets themselves are unlike anything I have ever seen- hope the company thought to patent this. I usually don't take tablets or if I do I chew them up, so they will absorb. Tablet fillers often prevent pills from breaking down in the digestive system. These tablets went down smoothly, but were not hard at all and it was apparent there were no fillers. They crumbled easily which means that they would break down in the digestive system easily. Wow!

Also, they are USDA Certified Organic, and have a fresh, alfalfa-peppery smell. Unlike most pills they smell delicious.

I tried taking a double dose for a few days to see if I noticed any significant change in my energy level. Yes- no need for an afternoon nap those days.

I want to make a disclosure per Google rules that I got these supplements at a discount and asking for a review. However, that said, I always research out products before asking for them, to ensure they are something I can see from my research are notable compared to other products. Also, I was not asked to mention this product in my blog.  I did that on my own as I do feel this data is worthy of sharing.

 #nanonutra

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BHIQIQE?keywords=immune%20support&qid=1458064378&ref_=sr_1_83_s_it&s=hpc&sr=1-83

 


Does the World Need Yet Another Mouthy Shopping Blogger?

  Hi, Shelli here.  In addition to my cartoon blog, I've decided to create a blog to share my online (and otherwise) shopping experiences and tips. Does the world need another mouthy blogger about materialistic things such as shopping and use of consumer items? How do I plan to offer something new and valuable to the internet ether?

    Let me first introduce myself by sharing that I am a true budget-miester, and not ashamed of it. My family calls me a tightwad - yep, always count on family for a little brutal honesty.  Never fear-I can blame my frugal New England upbringing. But in this day and age, shopping smartly is one thing any person can do right. Ok, we can't stop war in another continent, but at least we can control our own lives to make things a tad better on the home front.

     I find that getting a good can of Progresso soup for $1 from the 99 Cents Only store versus paying for the same can at a grocery store for $2.50 is something that gives me a personal sense of achievement. Seems small, but add it up over time and you have a moved a little mountain.

    If you are a millionaire or so rich that you don't have to care about your expenses vs, your income, you may not be too interested in this blog or may just read it to see how the little guys live. Or you too might have grown up in a frugal New Englander family where leaving the lights on a minute extra is a high crime, no matter what the household income is.

   Either way, I'll share my encounters and insights for better or worse in hopes others may gain, and be entertained on the way.   Feel free to also check out my cartoons on www.QLCartoons.com, with further comments on life and living. Cheers, Shelli