NOVITA, the Lifestyle Makers

HydroPlus is a unique element, only available in NOVITA Water Pitcher and Water Purifiers, to enhance the drinking quality of water. Made from natural ceramic materials and mineral oxides under stringent sintering techniques, the 4 properties of HydroPlus Water contains energy to promote metabolism and blood circulation; smaller water molecule cluster for better hydration; alkaline water to neutralise acidic waste in the body; and reduces oxidation to promote antioxidant effects.

NOTE: HydroPlus Water is not intended as a health supplement or tonic and 9 Koi Marketing Pte Ltd makes no claim on its health benefits

HydroPlus Elements emit up to 88% Far Infrared Ray (FIR) to produce energy water. As the natural resonant frequencies of molecules of water are within the far-infrared (FIR) wave frequencies, water molecules absorb energy easily from this radiated FIR wave and vibrate vigorously at that frequency. This produces an increase in heat/thermal energy and greater molecular interaction which in turn activates cells and enhances metabolism.

Far Infrared Ray (FIR) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infrared

FIR is part of the sunlight spectrum and is a form of light energy that is totally invisible to the naked eye. Unlike UV rays that can burn and damage skin, FIR is harmless to the body and we can feel this type of light, which we perceive as heat. The wavelength of Infrared waves is divided up by three levels (near, medium and far) and their ranges are 0.76 to 1.5micron, 1.5 to 4 micron, and 4 to 1,000 micron respectively.

FIR & The Human Body

All humans send and receive FIR waves. Our bodies radiate far infrared energy through the skin at 3 to 50 microns, with most output at 9.4 microns. On the other hand, we absorb FIR having specific wavelengths ranging from 6 to 14 microns

Benefits of FIR

Elevate temperature of subcutaneous layers thus expanding blood capillaries to promote blood circulation & metabolism
Improve lymph flow & assist in reduction of swelling & inflammation
Speed up cellular metabolic rates to promote tissue regeneration
Help release enzymes to stimulate macrophage activity & increase the elimination of damaged & diseased tissues
Breakdown water molecules to release encapsulated gases and other toxic material

Examples of FIR

Premature babies are constantly nurtured with the warmth of far infrared in neonatal units. The same heat keeps our food warm under lamps in cafeterias all day, and us in the bathroom.

We also feel warm on a bright sunny day even though the air is cool or cold. This is the effect when the rays of far infrared light from the sunlight enter our body.

HydroPlus Elements generate active Hydrogen (H2) which has the antioxidant effect to remove free radicals (active oxygen). Water has a negative ORP because of the high amount of active hydrogen.

H2 (H+ + H+) + O2- (free radical) -> H2O

Active oxygen is reduced successively through bonding with atomic hydrogen (active hydrogen) and eventually reverts back to the original water.

Free Radicals http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Free_radical

Excess free radicals can damage a cell's lipids, protein or DNA and disturb normal functions in the body. With unpaired electrons, free radicals are unstable and highly reactive. They try to stabilize by attaching to cell membranes in the body, robbing their molecules of electrons. This attack spontaneously generates another unstable free radical molecule and results in a chain reaction.

Although free radicals help our bodies to generate energy and fight infections, too much can harm and age the human body.

Oxidation Reduction Potential (ORP)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxidation_reduction_potential

Oxidation Reduction Potential (ORP) is a measure of a water system's capacity to either release or gain electrons in chemical reactions. The process of oxidation involves losing electrons while reduction involves gaining electrons.

The measurement can be positive or negative and the charges are expressed in millivolts (mV). Negative value of ORP indicates the presence of antioxidant capacity which assists the body to neutralize free radicals.

ORP of water can be measured with an ORP meter.

Antioxidant http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antioxidant

Antioxidant slows down or prevents oxidation. It defends the healthy cells in the body from free radicals by donating their extra negative electrons and blocks the interaction of free radical with normal tissue.

Antioxidants can be found in certain food, supplements, vitamins and water with antioxidant properties etc.

FRUITS	VEGETABLES	NUTS	HERBS & SPICES	OTHERS
Blackberry	Broccoli	Walnuts	Cinnamon	Green Tea
Raspberry	Onion	Hazelnuts	Ginger	Red Wine
Cranberry	Corn	Pecans	Peppermint	Oolong Tea
Strawberry	Eggplant		Rosemary	Vitamin A
Apples	Spinanch		Lemon Balm	Vitamin C
Prunes	Red bell pepper		Oregano	Vitamin E
Oranges	Tomato
Kiwi	Carrots
Red Grapes	Avocado

HydroPlus Elements produce natural alkaline water with addition of alkaline-forming minerals such as Sodium (Na), Potassium (K) and Magnesium (Mg). These minerals create a healthy alkaline environment by neutralizing acidic waste and promoting pH balance in the body.

Potential Hydrogen (pH) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ph

pH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. Ranges from 0 -14, a solution is said to be neutral at pH 7, acidic with a pH less than 7 and alkaline with a pH greater than 7. Water become acidic with increased hydrogen ions (H+) and alkaline with increased hydroxyl ions ( OH- ).

pH can be measured with litmus paper pH meter or pH indicator solution.

pH Balance

In its natural state, the pH balance of the body is slightly alkaline. (pH of blood is maintain at a range of 7.35 - 7.45) It must maintain this slightly alkaline state for its very survival, and has developed complex mechanisms to ensure that this balance is maintained. However, as we grow older our chemical and physiological pH balancing mechanisms begin to poorly regulate, and as such, compounded by our acid-forming western diets and lifestyles and the accumulated acidic waste in the body, we develop an overall acidic pH profile, which leads to diseases and infections.

An acidic pH also forces the body to borrow minerals including calcium, sodium, potassium and magnesium from vital organs and bones to buffer (neutralize) the acid and safely remove it from the body. Because of this strain, the body can suffer severe and prolonged damage.

Benefits of pH balance

Normalizes insulin and body weight
Maintains proper cholesterol levels
Promotes proper electrolyte activity and efficient heart function
Normalizes blood pressure
Protects against premature aging
Promotes energy
Promotes bone health, digestive health and healthy immunity

Acidic Waste

When the stomach works on digesting food, it leaves behind natural acidic waste. The body discharges this waste through urine and sweat, but at some point in time the waste build-up is too big to dispose off and will be stored and accumulated in the body.

Far infrared energy when absorbed by water has a vibrational effect on hydrogen bonds. This vibrational effect causes a 'stretching' or 'bending' of hydrogen bonds and ultimately weakens and even breaks the molecule. Water molecules are thus restructured into smaller cluster size of up to 60.4Hz and reduce in size from about 10 to 13 molecules per cluster to 5 to 6 molecules per cluster for excellent hydrating properties, high solubility & good permeability.

Water Molecule Cluster http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_cluster

Water has the chemical formula H2O, which means that a single water molecule is composed of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. Water does not exist as single molecule but tend to cluster due to its marked polarity (One side of the molecule is positive charged and the opposite side is negative charged).

	Big molecule clusters cannot be easily adsorbed into the body cell.
	Smaller clusters penetrate the cells faster to deliver nutrients and oxygen. Body is also better hydrated.
	Smaller clusters move more freely through cell membranes and help to expel metabolic waste & toxins such as heavy metals, lactic acid and free fatty acids with much greater ease and speed.

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NMR

NMR analysis uses electromagnetic radiation and magnetic fields to determine the composition, shape and motion of molecules. Measured in Hertz (Hz), the relative size of the water cluster can be concluded by the width of the NMR spectrum. The smaller the NMR value, the smaller the water cluster size.

1. Why should I drink HydroPlus water?

Without changing your diet or dining habits, HydroPlus water is able to provide you with beneficial properties right in your drinking water.

Far Infrared Ray produces energy water to promote metabolism & blood circulation
Smaller water molecule cluster size supports efficient delivery of oxygen and nutrients
Reduce oxidation reduction potential (ORP) to promote antioxidant effects
Increase pH to mild alkaline level to neutralize acidic waste

2. How can I be sure of the quality & reliability of HydroPlus?

We adhere to stringent quality control and are committed to giving the best to our customers. Materials are also sent to independent laboratory for testing. Please contact us for more details.

3. How can I obtain the best HydroPlus effects?

HydroPlus Elements produce the optimum result for the first 4L of filtered water per day. For best HydroPlus results, consume the water within 6 hours of filtration.

4. How can I incorporate HydroPlus into my daily lifestyle?

Use HydroPlus water in your cooking to enhance the taste & flavor and drink it in the home and office to hydrate and refresh. You can even use it to water the plants!

5. Will refrigerating affect the quality or performance of HydroPlus?

No. There is no proven link between refrigerating and the quality or performance of HydroPlus.

6. How much should I drink?

Drink HydroPlus water as part of normal consumption. HydroPlus water is not intended as a health supplement or tonic and there is no restriction on the daily intake.

7. Can I take HydroPlus water with my medication?

It is not advisable. The alkaline pH of HydroPlus water is likely to weaken the efficiency of the medication with the enhanced absorption or reaction with minerals. Take your medication with purified water instead. (Drink purified water with your medication instead.)