Ozone
Ozonated water is a powerful, chemical-free disinfectant created by infusing water with ozone (O3) gas, offering significant benefits such as eradicating bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
It acts 3,000 times faster than chlorine for sterilization and leaves no toxic residue, as it reverts to oxygen. Key uses include superior oral hygiene, water purification, and potential therapeutic anti-inflammatory applications.
Primary Benefits of Ozonated Water
• Highly Effective Disinfection: Ozone is a potent oxidizing agent that destroys microorganisms, bacteria,
viruses, and fungi, and is effective at removing biofilm.• Oral Health and Hygiene: Used in dentistry since the 1930s, it treats gum disease, reduces inflammation,
soothes tooth pain, and is used for teeth whitening
Eco-Friendly and Chemical-Free: Unlike chlorine, ozone breaks down into oxygen and water, making it environmentally friendly and safe for consumption without leaving behind harmful residues.
• Water Purification: It removes odour, taste-causing compounds, and heavy metals like iron and manganese
from water, improving its overall quality.• Medical/Therapeutic Potential: Studies suggest ozonated water has anti-inflammatory properties. Preliminary
research on animals suggests it may aid in oxygenating the body to improve cancer treatments.
Key Considerations
• Short Lifespan: Ozonated water must be used within 15–20 minutes of production before it reverts to regular
water.• Requires Equipment: It requires a specialized ozone generator to create on-site.• Safety Handling: While safe to drink once produced, high concentrations of ozone gas can cause irritation to
the eyes and lungs. • Anti-inflammatory effects of ozonated water in an experimental mouse model - PMC