Improving Cardiovascular Health Through Magnesium and Calcium Enrichment in Water
A recent preprint study conducted in Kokava nad Rimavicou, Slovakia, explored the significant health benefits of enriching drinking water with calcium (Ca) and magnesium (Mg). Aqvita is pleased to share this research as it closely aligns with our ongoing work in water fortification with these essential minerals. While this study is a preprint and has not yet undergone peer review, it offers valuable insights into the potential cardiovascular benefits of mineral-enriched water—an area that Aqvita is actively addressing with our innovative solutions.
It is important to note that preprints are preliminary versions of manuscripts that have not completed peer review at a journal. As such, the findings should be viewed as promising but not fully validated until they undergo peer review. Nonetheless, the study presents compelling data on how enriching drinking water with calcium and magnesium can significantly improve cardiovascular health.
Key Findings of the Study
The researchers enriched the village's drinking water using a recarbonatization reactor (RR), which increased the Ca and Mg content by approximately 10–15 mg per liter. Over the course of the study, arterial stiffness was measured in the local population, with findings indicating a marked improvement in cardiovascular health.
Key results showed:
Reduced arterial stiffness: The arterial age of residents improved by approximately 10 years, and the speed of pulse wave velocity (a marker of arterial stiffness) decreased by 0.9 m/s.
Improved life expectancy: Populations consuming "hard" water, which is rich in Ca and Mg, have been observed to live 4–5 years longer than those drinking "soft" water.
Significant cardiovascular benefits: The study highlights the importance of maintaining adequate levels of Ca and Mg in drinking water, which has been linked to lower rates of cardiovascular disease and mortality.
These findings reinforce the global need to enhance drinking water with essential minerals to improve public health outcomes.
How Aqvita Supports Mineral Enrichment
At Aqvita, we are proud to contribute to this growing understanding of water’s role in health. Our innovative product enables you to seamlessly enrich your tap water with both magnesium bicarbonate and calcium bicarbonate. This means you can boost your water’s mineral content with two of the key nutrients identified in the study, which are essential for cardiovascular health.
Our solution is not only unique in that it does not alter the taste of your water, but it also allows for the accurate and instant delivery of these vital minerals. With Aqvita, you can be confident that you’re getting the right amount of calcium and magnesium with every use, supporting your hydration and long-term health.
By leveraging cutting-edge technology, Aqvita provides an easy, sustainable way to ensure your daily water consumption is not only hydrating but also nutritionally beneficial. We believe that simple solutions like ours can make a significant difference in health outcomes for individuals and communities alike.
For more information on how our product works and how it can benefit your health, visit our website and explore our latest blog post on the launch of Aqvita’s innovative magnesium and calcium enrichment solution.