what happens when we pour hot siezling water in a copper bottle or any other copper dish and we drink them?
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When you store water in a copper bottle overnight, copper ions dissolve in that water in small amounts. This process is called the Oligodynamic Effect as this water now has the potency to kill harmful microbes, fungi and bacteria.
Copper bottles are great alternatives to plastic bottles. It is good for your health and great for the environment.
For ages, people in India have used copper pots to consume water. If you need more information on how it is better, you can refer to this article: Copper or Plastic Which bottles are better?
There are a lot of benefits in using copper bottles. It helps in improving overall immunity and health. It is a metal present in trace levels in the body and is needed for many key metabolic activities.
We have identifies the top 12 benefits of copper as a water container, here is a link if you would like to deep dive into the benefits: 12 Amazing Benefits of Copper
Maybe you are keen on buying a new copper bottle, or you already have one and do not know how to use it. Do not worry, we are here to guide you.
Our customers are focused on health and what to give the best to their family. They always ask questions on how to use copper bottles to get the maximum benefit. What are the should do’s and the don’t.
We have been more than happy to share our knowledge and experience. Here are some key things for you to be mindful as well.
Question 1: What happens when I store water in a copper vessel?
Now that you understand the benefits of using copper bottles, it is important to understand how it works.
Have you noticed how everyone recommends storing water in copper bottles for minimum 3 hours or even over night before use?
Numerous magazines and health gurus like NDTV and The Hindu recommend we store water in copper vessels before drinking it. Have you wondered why?
Here is the answer to your question. When you store water in copper bottles overnight, a small amount of copper ions gets dissolved into the water (Called as Oligodynamic effect). This acts as an anti microbial agent and has the ability to destroy a wide variety of harmful microbes, molds, fungi etc. This makes your water safe to drink.
Question 2: What is the right way to use a copper bottle?
Most of you reading this post are a proud owner is The Indus Valley’s Copper bottle. Congratulations on your new purchase. We are here to guide you on how to use it to get maximum benefit.
1. First, once you have received your The Indus Valley copper bottle, wash it with water.
2. Second, fill your clean copper bottle with room temperature water and close the lid. Let the water rest for 6 hours (minimum) to 8 hours (maximum) and then drink it.
The Indus Valley’s Recommended Golden Practice:
Fill your copper bottle before going to bed every night. Once you get up drink the water from your copper bottle.
This is a great tip to regulate your digestive system and maintain your health. This golden practice will keep your digestive system very healthy and set your metabolism for rest of the day. You will feel very refreshed and light every day.
Question 3: Why does my copper bottle get black on the inside?
By now, you must have started using your copper bottle. We hope you are enjoining it. Health is a choice, you deserve a pat on the back for being so mindful of your body.
Did you notice that your copper bottle got a little dark on the inside? Do not be afraid, this happens in copper.
Usually copper turns black because it forms copper oxide. As you store water in copper vessel overnight, and it will black due to oxidation. This is good, this means your bottle is pure and is working to clean the water.
Your bottle will return to original color on washing. Here is a blog with the top 5 easy ways to clean your bottle.
Question 4: Can I use my copper bottle for juice or milk?
NO.
Copper is great for water. It keeps your water safe and clean.
However other liquid like juice and milk is not a great fit for copper.
The reason being, copper is not good with acidic food. Milk has lactic acid. Juices like orange juice have citric acid.
The acid will react with the bottle and ruin the taste of the juice. It is difficult to track which juices have organic acids and which do not. As a rule, avoid all liquids other than water in a copper bottle.
The Indus Valley’s Recommended Golden Practice:
Use your The Indus Valley copper bottle for water only. Do not use it for storing other liquids.