One widespread misconception many still believe in is that all water is the same. In a 2023 survey by Newswav, almost half of Malaysians (46.46%) think natural mineral water (NMW) is the same as filtered water. Meanwhile, 10.43% believe that NMW is just for hydration and 7.38% presumed that NMW is the same as boiled water.
These misconceptions can’t be further from the truth. While 35.73% of Malaysians surveyed were aware of natural mineral water’s benefits, not many know that it’s the source of many minerals imperative for one’s health.
For example, did you know that Spritzer Natural Mineral Water is rich in silica, a lesser-known natural mineral key to healthy skin and other health benefits?
What is Silica and how does it work?
Silica is a naturally occurring mineral with many health benefits and is the third-most abundant element in the human body after iron and zinc.
According to siliqa.com, this lesser-known mineral stimulates fibroblasts that release collagen, which helps minimising fine lines and gives our skin better strength and flexibility, therefore improving skin elasticity.
Silica exists naturally and we’re all born with high levels of the mineral in our body. However, its concentration decreases as we age, hence silica needs to be replenished.
One prominent result of Silica deficiency is insufficient collagen production, ultimately leading to dull, uneven and wrinkled skin. Beyond that, insufficient silica can also lead to:
- Hair loss
- Poor hair growth and breakage
- Brittle nails
- Weak bones
- Increased risk of bone fractures and osteoporosis
- Increased risk of cognitive impairments
The health benefits of Silica
Besides being the key to healthy skin, silica is imperative to bone matrix formation and bone mineralisation, as it acts as a regulating factor for the deposition of calcium and phosphorus in bone tissue. In other words, higher silica leads to higher bone mineral density (BMD), which in turn makes for stronger bones.
Silica also plays a vital role in maintaining the strength and thickness of hair strands as it’s an essential component of the outer shaft of hair and provides structural support to prevent hair breakage and damage. Sufficient Silica also contributes to stronger nails and better protection against nail infection.
Furthermore, the mineral supports healthy cognitive function and helps to protect against memory loss. Other general health benefits include helping maintain the intestinal lining, improving oral health, lowering blood glucose levels and reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.
Where to get Silica?
Generally, silica is abundantly present in foods derived from plants such as cereals, oats, barley and others. Silica levels are lower in animal foods, including meat or dairy products.
It’s present in mineral waters too, most notably in Spritzer Natural Mineral Water, which has one of the highest Silica content in the world!
Established in 1989, Spritzer Group has sought to bring Malaysians natural mineral water in its purest form, bringing innovations to the Malaysian bottled water industry and leading the way forward as a pioneer.
Spritzer takes pride in its manufacturing, distribution, marketing and sales of its entire product line, from world-renowned natural mineral water to non-carbonated fruit-flavoured drinks, each curated for a need for delicious water.
Moreover, Spritzer Natural Mineral Water is extracted 420 ft underground from pure and clean natural water sources, which explains why Spritzer is rich in minerals such as Silica. Spritzer’s main mineral water source is located on a 440-acre rainforest site in Taiping, Perak, where the group goes to great lengths to protect the rainforest from damage and pollution.
Find out more about silica-rich Spritzer Mineral Water here.
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