Potassium Potassium has a blood sugar producing effect and plays a role in the physiological processes in every cell. Potassium is also an important component of the digestive juices in the human gastrointestinal system.FUNCTION & DETAILS Potassium is an essential mineral for maintaining life. In order to maintain all vital physiological processes, it is recommended to consume at least 2 g of potassium a day. The Food and Nutrition Board of the USA and Canada, however, considers an intake of 4.7 g/day (120 mmol/day) as appropriate for preventive purposes. This amount of potassium (from food) is required based on new findings in order to prevent, alleviate or delay the onset of chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, sensitivity to table salt, kidney stones, loss of bone mass or strokes. Potassium is a natural opponent to sodium. A balanced proportion of both minerals is of particular importance for regulating physiological processes. Potassium is of great importance for regulating blood pressure. An increased intake of potassium goes hand-in-hand with lowering blood pressure and the risk of strokes. Potassium is among the most important electrolytes in body fluids and is co-responsible for controlling muscle activity. In competitive athletes, excessive transpiration of potassium can lead to cramps and states of exhaustion. As potassium is highly soluble in water, the potassium content in food can be significantly reduced by means of soaking in water for approx. three to five hours. This is especially important for people with kidney and metabolic disorders.

Carbonic Acid Carbon dioxide is an acid and the product of carbon dioxide reacting with water. Carbonic acid plays an important role in the acid-base balance, both when it comes to the water as well as the blood and body fluids. FUNCTION & DETAILS That familiar sparkling triggered by CO² also makes for good circulation in the oral mucosa, thus stimulating saliva production. The sparkling also makes the stomach feel full, which is why athletes, for example, prefer water which is not or only slightly carbonated. The carbon dioxide also has an antibacterial effect, thus keeping the product, i.e. the water, fresh for longer.

Sodium is important to the human organism. It regulates the fluid balance and is essential for all nerve and muscle cells. Athletes in particular should pay attention to their water balance in general and of course also to their sodium balance, as otherwise disruptions may occur when transmitting nerve impulses, as well as muscle cramps or debility.FUNCTION & DETAILS The human body with an average body weight of 70 kg contains around 100 g of sodium. Humans should ingest around 1-3 g of sodium per day. As already mentioned, the sodium level is responsible for the water regulation in the body. In case of the sodium level being too low or high, it is primarily the brain function that will be affected. The kidney is the key organ for ensuring regulation. In case of a surplus of sodium, this holds back the water in the body in order to dilate the sodium and then excrete this. For sodium deficiency, it's just the other way around. More water is excreted and the sodium retained. Sodium often has a poor reputation. However, with proper interaction of hydrogen carbonate and sodium, the established opinion that sodium has the same effect as table salt is disproven. We recommend you ingest sodium in its natural form, such as through mineral water containing sodium.

Nitrate The WHO in 1980 prescribed a limit value of 50 mg / l per day for ingesting nitrate. Nitrate is ingested through food or drinking water and harmless for adults without any intestinal intolerances, when observing the recommended level.FUNCTION & DETAILS Nitrates are formed in the ground and in waters. Vegetable organisms use nitrate as a source of nitrogen, and the surplus which is not absorbed accumulates in the ground and is flushed out again with the rain or snowmelt into the lower soil layers and groundwater. The reason for health risks lies in the danger of the nitrate being reduced to nitrogen and the formation of carcinogenic nitrosamines. Such a transformation is generated by corresponding bacteria in the gut on the one hand, on the other hand the salivary glands can also reduce the washed-up nitrate through the blood. Low-nitrate mineral water is recommended for preparing baby and infant food, as otherwise they may suffer from poor oxygen supply in the body and cyanosis. As opposed to this, though, nitrates are also used in medicine, such as for producing a drug for vascular dilation, as nitrate is an efficient oxygen provider. Compared to tap water which, as mentioned above, must not exceed a recommended value of 50 mg / l, mineral water boasts very low nitrate values which are well below the limit for tap water. In addition, mineral water is protected from environmental influences such as fertilisers and light, as the springs are all located deep below the soil and are subject to regular testing. We recommend mineral water which can be declared as baby mineral water thanks to its low nitrate content for preparing baby food. According to the Austrian Beverage Institute A-1180 Vienna, Frankenmarkter mineral water in particular meets all requirements for preparing infant food thanks to its balanced minerals and particularly low nitrate levels.

sulphate The sulphate content in drinking water or in mineral water can aid digestion if found in sufficient concentration. Those who regularly drink mineral water containing sulphate can stimulate the bowel function in a natural way, thus preventing constipation. In particular in interaction with magnesium and calcium, the effect of sulphate may be intensified.FUNCTION & DETAILS Sulphates are found in groundwater in various quantities. The German drinking water ordinance prescribes a limit of 250 mg / l for drinking water extracted from this. The natural sulphur compound sulphate is considered to play a part in the formation of cartilage, structure of proteins and stability of skin and hair. Furthermore, water containing sulphate can promote bile drainage and the production of digestive juices. (CANNAKI Mineral Water- 9.90 mg / l sulphate)

Viatamin A Vitamin A is important for growth, the function and formation of skin and mucous membranes, for blood cells, metabolism as well as for vision. The processing of this vitamin in the body can be impaired by liver damage and taking oestrogen compounds. Recent studies show that, contrary to assumption, vitamin A can be absorbed and used by the body even through minimal amounts of fat in food.FUNCTION & DETAILS In humans, Retinal, Retinol, Retinoic acids and Retinyl palmitate count as vitamin A. Retinol maintains healthy nerve cells in the peripheral nerve pathways, in the brain and in the spinal cord. Furthermore, Retinol crucially promotes the formation of new red blood cells and facilitates the incorporation of iron. It plays a part in protein synthesis and fat metabolism in the liver, so that protein-rich food may lead to vitamin A deficiency. In case of high stress levels, the need for vitamin A also increases as stress increases the need for protein. This means that the need for Retinol also increases in case of serious illness such as arthritis, AIDS or cancer. Vitamin A plays a central role for the structure and health of the tissue, as it ensures normal cell growth not just in the skin, but also in the septums of the airways, digestive and urinary passages. It also prevents DNA-damage in skin cells, promotes their repair and normalises skin functions, such as healthy cell division of the epidermis. Vitamin A also plays a role in the formation and growth of bone, as well as healing after fractures. A sufficient supply of vitamin A is therefore important, particularly in children. The vitamin-A-acid (All-trans-retinoic acid) or its salt is an important growth factor for nerve cells during embryonic development. Retinol plays a role in the synthesis of testosterone and oestrogen. Furthermore, the quantity and shape of the sperms is dependent on optimal supply of vitamin A. Through the effect on the human mucous membranes, vitamin A it is also important for maintaining the structure and function of the spermatic duct and fallopian tube. In women, infertility and miscarriages are often associated with a deficiency of retinol. Retinol boosts the resistance to infections. Furthermore, retinol and beta-carotene boost the efficiency and number of white blood cells, additionally facilitating the production of antibodies. Long cooking times, oxygen and light harm vitamin A. That's why food containing vitamin A should always be stored unpeeled or packaged and away from direct light. Cooking losses are between 10 and 30 percent. The body can barely break down excess vitamin A, which is why it easily accumulates in the body, in particular in the liver.

Viatamin B5 Pantothenic acid, also known as vitamin B5, is a water-soluble vitamin and primarily known as an anti-inflammatory.FUNCTION & DETAILS The requirement of 6 mg / day is normally met by our regular diet. Under-supply is very rare, but may occur in connection with, for example, bowel disease, alcohol abuse or chronic infections. The main functions of vitamin B5 in the human body include defending against stress by producing corticoids such as cortisol, energy production, fat reduction and efficient use of fat and body tissue formation.

Viatamin B6 Vitamin B6 is found in low doses in almost all food of plant and animal origin.FUNCTION & DETAILS Because vitamin B6 is found in almost all food, deficiency symptoms are rare. They mostly occur in connection with a lack of some other water-soluble vitamin. Vitamin B6 helps the body convert protein, fats and carbohydrates and promotes growth in children. Nerves and eyesight as well as the immune system further benefit from vitamin B6. Another important function of the vitamin B6 is that of keeping the sodium- and potassium balance and to generate red blood cells.

Viatamin B2 Vitamin B12, known in professional circles as cyanocobalamin, is important for cell division and blood formation as well as for the functioning of the nervous system.FUNCTION & DETAILS The daily minimum requirement, compared to most other vitamins, is much lower with only approx. 3 micrograms for an adult. Vitamin B12 is important for muscle activity, the brain and nervous system as well as the growth and formation of red blood cells, bone formation, fat conversion and the mucous membranes. To this comes a positive effect against stress and better mental freshness. The first signs of vitamin B-12 deficiency in adults may include tingling and coldness in the hands and feet, exhaustion and a feeling of weakness, concentration disorders and even psychoses. The human and animal body cannot produce vitamin B12 by itself. The requirement for vitamin B12 is met by consuming microorganisms which produce vitamin B12. But the consumption of meat and innards can also have a positive effect on the vitamin B-12 balance. It is believed that herbivores meet the bulk of their requirement through a symbiosis with microorganisms in their bowels. Microorganisms which produce vitamin B12 are also found in the bowels of humans, but humans cannot sufficiently meet their requirement for vitamin B12 in this way. That's because in people, vitamin B12 is produced mainly in the large intestine, but absorption can take place only in the terminal ileum (just before the large intestine). This way, vitamin B12 generated in the large intestine is excreted.

Viatamin C Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is colour- and odourless. The daily recommended intake is about 100 mg. In food, vitamins C is found mainly in fruit and vegetablesFUNCTION & DETAILS The most important function of ascorbic acid in the human organism lies in its property as a reducing agent. This means it is able to transfer electrons to other molecules. A lack of vitamin C leads to instability of collagen. With niacin and vitamin B6, vitamin C regulates the production of L-carnitine, which is required for burning fat in the muscles. It further facilitates iron resorption in the small intestine. Vitamin C is indispensable for wound healing. In addition, it plays an important role in strengthening the immune system, the conjunctive and bone tissue as well as the walls of the blood vessels. Vitamin C also has an anti-inflammatory effect. Long-term deficiency of vitamin C leads to scurvy and weakens the conjunctive tissue. If eating a balanced mixed diet, it can be assumed that the body is supplied with all vital vitamins, thus also with vitamin C, to a sufficient extent. Overdosing of vitamin C is very rare, as any surplus is simply discharged through the kidneys.

Vitamin E, also known as tocopherol, is a collective term for fat-soluble substances with antioxidant and non-antioxidant effects and is a radical quencher.FUNCTION & DETAILS Vitamin E plays a role in regulating the gonads and is thus also called an anti-sterility vitamin. The minimum requirement is 4 mg / day and in addition a supply of about 0.4 mg of unsaturated fatty acids. Vitamin E is an anticoagulant and can lead to significant improvements in symptoms in patients suffering from neurodermatitis. Deficiency signs for vitamin E include dry, wrinkly skin, concentration disorders, inefficiency, fatigue, irritability and poorly healing wounds.