How the machines make hydrogen
Enagic's Kangen machines are water ionizers. Water flows over electrolysis plates; the water on one side becomes alkaline and picks up dissolved hydrogen gas, while the other side becomes acidic. So fresh Kangen drinking water is both alkaline and hydrogen-rich.
How much hydrogen?
It depends on the model, the setting, how fast the water flows and the minerals in your tap water. Slower flow and stronger settings generally mean more hydrogen. The only way to know is to test a fresh glass — see ppm and testing.
Kangen vs. a hydrogen-only generator
| Ionizer (like Kangen) | Hydrogen generator | |
|---|---|---|
| pH | Alkaline drinking settings, plus acidic water for cleaning | Usually near neutral |
| Hydrogen | Yes, when fresh | Yes, often the main focus |
| Uses | Drinking, cooking, cleaning waters | Drinking |
| Cost | Higher up front | Wide range |
Try before you buy
Ionizers are a big purchase. Drinking the water fresh at a water bar for a while is a low-cost way to see if you like it.
Try fresh hydrogen alkaline water in Albuquerque. Your first visit is free. Call (505) 498-4098 to claim it.
Common questions
Is Kangen water the same as hydrogen water?
Fresh Kangen drinking water contains dissolved hydrogen, so it is a type of hydrogen water — and it's also alkaline.
Does Kangen water keep its hydrogen in a jug?
No. Like all hydrogen water, the hydrogen escapes within hours. Drink it fresh.