Hydrogen water formation kit

Abstract

To provide a hydrogen water forming kit capable of simply knowing the exchange time of a hydrogen generating agent.SOLUTION: The hydrogen water forming kit 100 includes a hydrogen water generating agent 20 for generating hydrogen water, and a storage case 10 for storing the hydrogen water generating agent 20. The storage case 10 is provided with an opening (through hole) 15 through which the liquid (water 200) enters and exits. In the storage case 10, together with the hydrogen water generating agent 20, soluble particles (for example, vitamin preparations) 25 that are dissolved in a liquid (water 200) are disposed.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention provides Hydrogen water Forming a kit ( Hydrogen water Especially, adding it to tap water or bottled water Hydrogen water This allows you to quickly determine when it is time to replace the battery. Hydrogen water Regarding the forming kit. [Background technology]

[0002] As materials used to produce alkaline reduced water or hydrogen water, metallic magnesium powder (powder, flakes, ribbons, etc.) or chunks (granules, pellets, etc.) are commonly used (see Patent Documents 1 and 2). Materials that produce silver ion water (for example, granules or pellets) are also known.

[0003] The novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) that began in 2020 is currently spreading around the world, and various countermeasures are being taken. Among these countermeasures, the inventors of the present application focused on the antibacterial and antiviral effects of silver ions.

[0004] The properties of silver (including its antibacterial properties) have been known since ancient times, and ancient people knew that storing water in silver jars would prevent it from spoiling. This water was also highly valued, believed to have the ability to cure various illnesses, including gastrointestinal disorders, eye diseases, and sinusitis. In 1893, Swiss botanist Von Nageli discovered that liquids containing tiny amounts of dissolved silver ions, too small to analyze at the time, had the ability to kill microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses, etc.). In the United States, silver solutions have been commercially available since the early 20th century as dietary supplements for the prevention of infectious diseases.

[0005] The mechanism behind silver's bactericidal (antibacterial and antiviral) effects is as follows: The silver ions that are produced when silver dissociates from oxygen are in an unstable state (positively charged Ag+), so they attempt to bind with the oxygen in microorganisms (negatively charged), attaching to the cell walls of the microorganisms, destroying the cell walls and killing them. This is the bactericidal effect. Also, in microorganisms with strong cell walls, the cell walls are not destroyed, but the positive ions attaching to the cell walls inhibit protein synthesis. As a result, they are unable to divide, and the microorganisms become immobile and unable to multiply. This is the antibacterial effect.

[0006] Water containing silver ions (silver ion water) is known to have many benefits. Furthermore, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has added silver ions to its list of products for combating the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) (sterilizing and disinfecting agents for SARS-CoV-2) because they inactivate norovirus and adenovirus, which are more potent than the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). It is also known to be effective against many other bacteria and viruses that lurk in our daily lives (coronavirus, influenza virus, salmonella, rotavirus, poliovirus, herpesvirus, O-157, E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Legionella, fungi (Candida, Aspergillus, athlete's foot fungus, etc.), among others). [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0007] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2004-344777 [Patent Document 2] Patent No. 5664952 specification Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0008] Silver is a naturally occurring substance that has been used since ancient times. It is currently used in nasal ointments, eye drops, and food additives (e.g., alazan). However, no studies have reported that silver is clearly toxic to humans. Before chlorine became widely used through legal regulations, silver was used directly to disinfect drinking water in Japan. The World Health Organization (WHO) also states that silver compounds are not carcinogenic, and that acute or chronic exposure to silver is not harmful to humans. Even drinking water containing 0.1 milligrams of silver per liter for 70 years is not harmful and does not constitute a hazard. (Even drinking two liters of water containing 0.1 milligrams of silver per liter daily for 70 years would not constitute a hazard.) Furthermore, silver ions combine with chloride ions to form an inactive salt. When silver ions come into contact with the hydrochloric acid in stomach acid, they instantly become insoluble, forming AgCl, which is not liable to be absorbed by the human body.

[0009] The inventors of this application have been adding materials (e.g., granular or pellet-like) that generate silver ions to tap water (or bottled water) to create silver ions, which can then be consumed or used as a disinfectant (antibacterial, antiviral) liquid. However, the inventors have realized that the materials that generate silver ion water (silver ion water generators or silver ion water generators) need to be replaced periodically, and that this maintenance is difficult or time-consuming (annoying). In other words, even if you use a silver ion water generator to create and drink silver ion water, if the silver ion water generator has deteriorated, you may only be thinking you have created silver ion water, but you may actually be using water that does not have antibacterial or antiviral effects.

[0010] The present invention has been made in view of the above points, and its main object is to provide a silver ion water generating agent Or hydrogen water generator A silver ion water generation kit that makes it easy to know when to replace the water. or hydrogen water generation kit The purpose is to provide [Means for solving the problem]

[0011] The silver ion water generating kit according to the present invention is a silver ion water generating kit for generating silver ion water, and includes a silver ion water generating agent that generates silver ion water and a storage case for storing the silver ion water generating agent. The storage case has an opening for allowing liquid to enter and exit. Dissolved particles that dissolve in the liquid are placed inside the storage case together with the silver ion water generating agent.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment, the storage case includes a cap. The opening of the storage case is a through-hole. The silver ion water generating agent and the soluble particles have a spherical shape. The soluble particles are particles that dissolve within a period corresponding to the replacement period of the silver ion water generating agent.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment, the storage case has a plurality of through-holes. A plurality of the silver ion water generating agents are disposed in the storage case. The size of the through-holes is smaller than the particle size of the silver ion water generating agents. The soluble particles are composed of tablets containing vitamin components.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the storage case includes a cap portion, and the soluble particles are stored in the cap portion. The soluble particles are a material that dissolves within a period corresponding to the replacement period of the silver ion water generating agent.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment, the silver ion water generator is a ceramic ball containing silver as an ingredient.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment, the storage case is further provided with a temperature display section that changes color depending on the temperature.

[0017] The hydrogen water generating kit according to the present invention is a hydrogen water generating kit for generating hydrogen water, and includes a hydrogen water generating agent that generates hydrogen water, and a storage case for storing the hydrogen water generating agent. The storage case has an opening for allowing liquid to enter and exit. The storage case contains the hydrogen water generating agent and soluble particles that dissolve in the liquid. The soluble particles function as a replacement time marker for the hydrogen water generating agent.

[0018] The silver ion water forming method of the present invention includes the steps of placing the above-mentioned silver ion water forming kit in water in a container, forming silver ion water using the silver ion water generator contained in the silver ion water forming kit and the water, and replacing the silver ion water forming kit depending on the state of the soluble particles contained in the silver ion water forming kit.

[0019] The hydrogen water generating method of the present invention for generating hydrogen water includes the steps of placing the hydrogen water generating kit in water in a container, generating hydrogen water using the hydrogen water generating agent and water contained in the hydrogen water generating kit, and replacing the hydrogen water generating kit depending on the state of the soluble particles contained in the hydrogen water generating kit.

[0020] The silver ion water generating kit according to an embodiment of the present invention is a silver ion water generating kit for generating silver ion water, and includes a silver ion water generating agent for generating silver ion water and a storage case for storing the silver ion water generating agent. The storage case includes the soluble particles and a replacement time marker for the silver ion water generating agent. [Effects of the Invention]

[0021] According to the present invention, Hydrogen water generator An opening is provided in the storage case that stores the Hydrogen water generator Since the soluble particles are arranged together with the Hydrogen water generator can be used as an exchange marker for Hydrogen water generatorYou can easily find out when to replace Hydrogen water A forming kit can be realized. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0022] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram showing the configuration of a silver ion water generating kit 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] 1 is an exploded view showing the configuration of a silver ion water generating kit 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] FIG. 1 is a diagram showing a state in which the silver ion water generating kit 100 is placed in water 200 in a container (a plastic bottle container) 150. [Figure 4] 1 is a flowchart for explaining a method for generating silver ion water using the silver ion water generation kit 100. [Figure 5] FIG. 1 is a diagram (representative photograph) showing the effect of sterilization on Escherichia coli 0-157. [Figure 6] FIG. 1 is a diagram (representative photograph) showing the effect of sterilization on Aspergillus niger. [Figure 7] (a) to (c) are diagrams (representative photographs) showing the sterilization effect. [Figure 8] 1 is a flowchart illustrating a method for generating silver ion water using the hydrogen water generation kit 100. [Figure 9] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing the configuration of a silver ion water generating kit 100 according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 10] 1(a) and 1(b) are diagrams each showing a schematic diagram of the shape of a soluble particle (soluble member) 25. FIG. [Figure 11] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing the configuration of a silver ion water generating kit 100 according to still another embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0023] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. In the following drawings, for the sake of simplicity, components and parts that perform the same function are designated by the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions may be omitted or simplified. Furthermore, the dimensional relationships (length, width, thickness, etc.) in each drawing may not necessarily accurately reflect the actual dimensional relationships. Furthermore, matters other than those specifically mentioned in this specification that are necessary for implementing the present invention may be understood as design matters of a person skilled in the art based on the prior art in the relevant field. The present invention can be implemented based on the contents disclosed in this specification and drawings and the common technical knowledge in the relevant field. Furthermore, the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.

[0024] 1 is a schematic diagram showing the configuration of a silver ion water generating kit 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention. The silver ion water generating kit 100 of this embodiment is a kit (component) for generating silver ion water. Specifically, the silver ion water generating kit 100 is composed of a silver ion water generator 20 that generates silver ion water, and a storage case 10 that stores the silver ion water generator 20. In the storage case 10, soluble particles 25 that dissolve in liquid (water) are arranged together with the silver ion water generator 20.

[0025] The silver ion water generator 20 is composed of components that react with water to generate silver ion water. In the configuration of this embodiment, the silver ion water generator 20 is a ceramic ball (ceramic ball containing silver as an ingredient) formed by firing a silver-containing powder (e.g., a powder containing silver, silica, alumina, or iron) solidified with a binder. In this silver ion water generator 20 (ceramic ball), silver ion water (Ag+) is generated upon contact between water and silver. Since the amount of silver generated varies depending on the amount of silver (silver quality) and the firing method, it is preferable to select the amount (quality) of the silver component and the firing method to obtain the desired amount of silver ion water generated. Furthermore, because silver is difficult to dissolve in water, the silver (silver component) in the silver ion water generator 20 (ceramic ball) is maintained in water for a relatively long time (e.g., several months). Note that the silver ion water generator 20 is not limited to the ceramic ball, and other configurations may be used as long as it is safe for human consumption.

[0026] The storage case 10 of this embodiment is provided with an opening (through-hole) 15 through which liquid (particularly water) flows in and out. When the silver ion water generating kit 100 (or the storage case 10) is placed in water, the liquid (water) enters the storage case 10 through this opening (through-hole) 15. Since the silver ion water generating agent 20 and the soluble particles 25 are disposed inside the storage case 10, the water that enters through the through-hole 15 comes into contact with the silver ion water generating agent 20 and the soluble particles 25.

[0027] The storage case 10 is made of, for example, a resin material (transparent or translucent resin). The resin storage case 10 is made of, for example, polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride, polypropylene, polyester (e.g., PET (polyethylene terephthalate)), polycarbonate, or engineering plastic (plastic material). Alternatively, the storage case 10 may be made of glass, metal, or ceramic. If the storage case 10 is made of a transparent or translucent material, the silver ion water generator 20 and the soluble particles 25 can be seen from the outside. Note that even if the storage case 10 is made of an opaque material, the generation ability of the silver ion water generator 20 remains unchanged. The storage case 10 may also be made of, for example, wood, mesh material, film material (or paper material), ceramics, etc.

[0028] In the configuration of this embodiment, the storage case 10 includes a cap portion 12. The silver ion water generator 20 has a spherical shape (ball). The soluble particles 25 also have a spherical shape (ball). When the silver ion water generator 20 is spherical, the surface area per unit volume can be maximized, enabling efficient generation of silver ion water. When the soluble particles 25 are spherical, it is easier to maintain a constant dissolution speed of the soluble particles 25 compared to soluble particles 25 with corners, such as cubes or rectangular parallelepipeds. The shape of the silver ion water generator 20 and / or the soluble particles 25 is not limited to a spherical shape in the geometric sense, and may be slightly distorted (for example, bead-like, ellipsoidal, oval, rugby ball-shaped, etc.). Furthermore, the use of silver ion water generator 20 and / or soluble particles 25 in shapes other than spheres (e.g., cubes, rectangular prisms, hexahedrons, octahedrons, polyhedrons, sugar candy-like shapes, donut shapes, etc.) is not prohibited.

[0029] In the example shown in FIG. 1 , one silver ion water generator 20 and one soluble particle 25 are contained in the storage case 10, but this is not limiting. It is preferable that a plurality of ball-shaped silver ion water generators 20 are contained in the storage case 10. This is because, compared to a configuration in which only one large silver ion water generator 20 is contained in the storage case 10, containing a plurality of relatively small ball-shaped silver ion water generators 20 in the storage case 10 increases the surface area of ​​the silver ion water generators 20 (resulting in a greater amount of silver ion water generated). Having multiple silver ion water generators 20 with the same shape and dimensions is advantageous for mass production and improves the efficiency of packing the storage case 10. Furthermore, a plurality of soluble particles 25 can also be contained in the storage case 10. By containing a plurality of soluble particles 25, the soluble particles 25 can be observed from multiple positions (angles, viewpoints). The soluble particles 25 and the silver ion water generating agent 20 are more efficiently filled into the storage case 10 if they have the same shape and dimensions. However, it is not essential that the soluble particles 25 and the silver ion water generating agent 20 have the same shape and dimensions, and different shapes and dimensions may also be used.

[0030] In the configuration of this embodiment, the storage case 10 includes a cap portion 12. The cap portion 12 is fixed to the main body of the storage case 10 by an engagement portion (connection portion) 13 of the storage case 10. Fig. 2 shows the state in which the cap portion 12 has been removed and the silver ion water generator 20 and soluble particles 25 have been removed from the storage case 10. The engagement portion (connection portion) 13 of the storage case 10 may be of a push-in type (where the cap portion 12 is pushed in to fix it), a spiral type, or any other method of fixation.

[0031] The storage case 10 has a cylindrical body and a substantially hemispherical bottom. A plurality of through-holes 15 are formed in the storage case 10, and the dimensions of the through-holes 15 are smaller than the particle size (diameter, length) of the silver ion water generating agent 20 (and / or the soluble particles 25) so that the silver ion water generating agent 20 (and / or the soluble particles 25) does not escape through the through-holes 15. In this embodiment, the through-holes 15 have the same diameter and are formed at equal intervals around the entire circumference of the cylindrical storage case 10. By forming the through-holes 15 around the entire circumference of the storage case 10, water can enter from all sides and silver ion water can exit. Furthermore, by forming the through-holes 15 of the same diameter at equal intervals, manufacturing costs (processing costs) can be kept low. However, through-holes 15 of different diameters and / or shapes may be formed at equal intervals (or at uneven intervals or locations).

[0032] 3 shows a state in which a container (e.g., a plastic bottle container) 150 is filled with liquid (water) 200 and the silver ion water generation kit 100 (storage case 10) is placed inside. The container 150 can be stored in a place such as a refrigerator with the silver ion water generation kit 100 placed inside, for example, with the lid 152 closed. Note that the container 150 may also be something like a pitcher without the lid 152.

[0033] Water enters the container 150 through the through-hole (opening) 15 of the silver ion water generating kit 100 (storage case 10), and reacts with the silver component of the silver ion water generator 20 to generate (produce) silver ion water. The generated silver ion water diffuses into the water 200 in the container 150, and as a result, silver ion water is produced in the container 150. As mentioned above, silver ion water has been used by humans since ancient times, is safe, and is safe to drink. In addition to being drinkable, this silver ion water can also be used as a sterilizing and antiviral liquid.

[0034] Assuming that the container 150 is a PET bottle, the storage case 10 of the silver ion water generating kit 100 preferably has dimensions that allow it to pass through the entrance (opening) of the PET bottle container 150. The shape of the storage case 10 in this embodiment is substantially cylindrical, with a diameter of 20 mm (or less). The length of the longitudinal direction of the storage case 10 is, for example, 100 mm (±50 mm), but is not limited to this. For example, if it is intended to be placed in a container such as a pitcher, it may have dimensions that do not allow it to pass through the entrance (opening) of the PET bottle container 150.

[0035] In the configuration shown in FIG. 3, when the water (water containing silver ions) 200 in the container 150 runs out, if new water (tap water, bottled water) is added to the container 150, the water 200 in the container 150 will again become silver ion water (water containing silver ions).

[0036] Here, although this operation (replenishment of water) can be performed many times, the number of times (or period) that the silver ion water generator 20 in the silver ion water generating kit 100 can generate silver ion water is limited. For example, if the lifespan of the silver ion water generator 20 is three months, the user (the person making the silver ion water) can write the replacement date three months later on a calendar, and when that time comes, replace the silver ion water generating kit 100 with a new one (or replace it with a new silver ion water generator 20 in the storage case 10), but in reality, they may forget to do so. In that case, they will just drink regular water (water without silver ion water), but since silver ions do not have a taste, they will not be able to tell just by drinking it.

[0037] Furthermore, even if the replacement period is three months, the degree of consumption of the silver ion water generator 20 (the degree of consumption of the silver component) will be significantly different if the silver ion water (200) in the container 150 is emptied and refilled with new water 200 two to three times a day, and if the silver ion water (200) in the container 150 is emptied and refilled with new water 200 only once a week.

[0038] In such a situation, in the silver ion water generation kit 100 of this embodiment, the soluble particles 25 are disposed in the storage case 10 together with the silver ion water generator 20, and therefore the effectiveness of the silver ion water generator 20 (replacement time) can be intuitively grasped by observing the degree of solubility of the soluble particles 25. That is, by designing the degree of solubility of the soluble particles 25 (components and diameter of the soluble particles 25) and constructing the soluble particles 25 so that they are completely dissolved when it is time to replace the silver ion water generator 20 (for example, every three months), the soluble particles 25 can be used as a replacement marker for the silver ion water generator. Furthermore, in a case where the silver ion water (200) in the container 150 is emptied and refilled with new water 200 two to three times a day, the soluble particles 25 dissolve quickly. On the other hand, when the silver ion water (200) in the container 150 is emptied only once a week, the dissolution of the soluble particles 25 is slower than when the container 150 is emptied two to three times a day. Therefore, even if the silver ion water generator 20 needs to be replaced every three months, the soluble particles 25 can be used as a replacement marker according to the frequency of use of the silver ion water generator 20. Above all, it is very convenient to know when the soluble particles 25 run out and know when it is time to replace the silver ion water generator 20, as this can be done immediately without having to check a calendar or the like.

[0039] An example of the soluble particles 25 of this embodiment is a tablet containing a vitamin component (vitamin supplement, vitamin ball). By using a vitamin supplement as the soluble particles 25, the efficacy of the vitamin component can be obtained in addition to the antibacterial and antiviral effects of the silver ion water formed in the container 150. Note that the soluble particles 25 do not necessarily contain vitamin components, as long as they function as an exchange marker. For example, the soluble particles 25 may color the water 200, impart a fragrance to the water 200, or impart a taste to the water 200. Alternatively, the soluble particles 25 may be tasteless or nearly tasteless (e.g., calcium supplement, silica supplement, mineral tablets), odorless, colorless, and / or nutritionally free. Alternatively, the soluble particles 25 may contain active ingredients other than vitamin ingredients (e.g., minerals such as calcium and silica). Furthermore, the soluble particles 25 may contain both a vitamin component and such an active ingredient.

[0040] Next, a method for forming silver ion water using the silver ion water forming kit 100 of this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 4. Fig. 4 is a flowchart for explaining the method for forming silver ion water of this embodiment.

[0041] First, a silver ion water generating agent (for example, the above-mentioned ceramic ball) 20 is prepared (step S100). Next, the silver ion water generating agent 20 and vitamin preparations 25 serving as soluble particles (exchange markers) are filled into the storage case 10 (step S200).

[0042] 3, the silver ion water generating kit 100 is placed into the water 200 in the container 150, and the water is poured into the storage case 10 (step S300). Subsequently, the water (200) reacts with the silver ion water generator 20 (the silver component therein) to generate silver ion water, thereby forming silver ion water in the container 150 (step S350).

[0043] Thereafter, the silver ion water in the container 150 is consumed, and additional water (tap water, mineral water, bottled water, etc.) is added to form new silver ion water. Each time, the presence or absence of vitamin supplements 25 as soluble particles (replacement markers) is confirmed (step S400). If vitamin supplements 25 are present, water is replenished (step S500). If the vitamin supplements 25 have disappeared after the most recent water replenishment, the silver ion water generator 20 is replaced. Specifically, the case 10 is opened and the silver ion water generator 20 is replaced, or replaced with a new silver ion water forming kit 100. When the case 10 is opened and the silver ion water generator 20 is replaced, new vitamin supplements 25 as soluble particles (replacement markers) are also added (refilled).

[0044] In this manner, silver ion water can be generated using the silver ion water generating kit 100 of this embodiment. In the configuration of this embodiment of the present invention, a through-hole 15 is provided in the storage case 10 that stores the silver ion water generating agent 20, and soluble particles 25 (e.g., vitamin supplements) are placed inside the storage case 10 together with the silver ion water generating agent 20. Therefore, when using the silver ion water generating kit, the soluble particles 25 can be used as a replacement marker for the silver ion water generating agent. As a result, the time to replace the silver ion water generating agent 20 can be easily (intuitively and immediately) known, making the generation of silver ion water extremely convenient.

[0045] In the above-described configuration example, the opening 15 through which liquid flows in and out is shown to be constructed from multiple through-holes, but a single through-hole 15 is also acceptable. However, providing multiple through-holes 15 makes it easier for water to flow in and out of the storage case 10. Furthermore, for example, a weight may be attached to the bottom of the storage case 10, or the bottom of the storage case 10 may be attached (fixed) to the bottom of the container 150, thereby providing a larger opening (15) relatively higher up in the storage case 10 than the size of the silver ion water generator 20 and / or soluble particles 25. Even in a structure with a relatively large opening 15, the silver ion water generator 20 and / or soluble particles 25 can be prevented from escaping from the storage case 10 by fixing the bottom of the storage case 10 downward.

[0046] Figures 5 and 6 show the disinfecting effect of silver ion water. Figure 5 shows the test results showing the disinfecting effect against Escherichia coli 0-157. Figure 6 shows the test results showing the disinfecting effect against Aspergillus niger. In both cases, substances that were detected in purified water were not detected in silver ion water, demonstrating the disinfecting effect.

[0047] Furthermore, Figures 7(a) to (d) show the sterilizing effect of silver ion water generated by the silver ion water generator 20 (ceramic balls) of this embodiment. In Figures 7(a) to (d), the petri dish on the left shows the results for the solution infused with silver ion water, and the petri dish on the right shows the results for the control solution (control). The experiment was conducted as follows: Two experimenters ate food (bread), then brushed their teeth with a toothbrush for five minutes, rinsed the toothbrush with 100 mL of sterile water, cut off the tip of the toothbrush, and immersed it in a sterilized bottle containing 100 mL of sterile water. One sterilized bottle contained the silver ion water generator 20 (ceramic balls), and the other served as the control solution. The sterilized bottles were shaken and left to stand at room temperature for four hours before undergoing a viable bacterial count test. The viable bacterial count test was performed using the pour plate culture method (Hygiene Testing Methods, Commentary 2010). As shown in Figures 7(a) to (d), a sterilizing effect was observed with the infused solution compared to the control solution.

[0048] In the above embodiment, the generation of silver ion water has been described. However, the method of this embodiment can also be applied to the generation of hydrogen water, for example. In this case, a hydrogen water generating agent (20) that generates hydrogen water is placed in the storage case 10 along with the soluble particles 25 described above. The hydrogen water generating agent (20) that generates hydrogen water can be a known agent, such as those using powder (powder, flakes, ribbons, etc.) or chunks (granules, pellets, etc.) of metallic magnesium (e.g., ceramic balls containing metallic magnesium) as disclosed in Patent Document 2 (Japanese Patent No. 5664952), but other agents may also be used.

[0049] A method for producing hydrogen water using the hydrogen water producing kit 100 of this embodiment will be described with reference to Fig. 7. Fig. 7 is a flow chart for explaining the method for producing hydrogen water of this embodiment.

[0050] First, a hydrogen water generating agent (for example, a ceramic ball containing a metal magnesium component) 20 is prepared (step S101). Next, the hydrogen water generating agent 20 and vitamin preparations 25 as soluble particles (exchange markers) are filled into the storage case 10 (step S201).

[0051] 3, the hydrogen water generating kit 100 is placed in the water 200 in the container 150, and the water is poured into the storage case 10 (step S301). Subsequently, the water (200) reacts with the hydrogen water generating agent 20 (the metal magnesium component therein) to generate hydrogen water, thereby forming hydrogen water in the container 150 (step S351).

[0052] Thereafter, the hydrogen water in the container 150 is consumed, and additional water (tap water, mineral water, bottled water, etc.) is added to form new hydrogen water. Each time, the presence or absence of vitamin supplements 25 as soluble particles (exchange markers) is checked (step S401). If vitamin supplements 25 are present, water is replenished (step S501). If the vitamin supplements 25 have disappeared after the most recent water replenishment, the hydrogen water generating agent 20 is replaced. Specifically, the case 10 is opened and the hydrogen water generating agent 20 is replaced, or replaced with a new hydrogen water forming kit 100. When opening the case 10 and replacing the hydrogen water generating agent 20, new vitamin supplements 25 as soluble particles (exchange markers) are also added (refilled).

[0053] The silver ion water forming kit 100 (or hydrogen water forming kit 100) of this embodiment can be modified as follows: Figure 9 shows the configuration of a modified example of the silver ion water forming kit 100 of this embodiment.

[0054] In the silver ion water generating kit 100 shown in FIG. 9, soluble particles 25 (soluble members functioning as exchange markers) are housed in the cap portion 12. The soluble particles 25 shown in FIG. 9 may be spherical (or bead-shaped, etc.), but cylindrical soluble particles 25 as shown in FIG. 10(a) can also be used. Alternatively, soluble particles 25 having a roughly conical shape (trapezoid of revolution) as shown in FIG. 10(b) can also be used. Furthermore, the soluble particles 25 placed in the cap portion 12 may have a structure such as a cube, rectangular parallelepiped, regular polyhedron, cone, pyramid, prism, or doughnut shape. Note that although the soluble particles 25 are referred to as "particles," they may be relatively small or relatively large, and may be spherical, bead-shaped, or angular (e.g., cubic, cylindrical, etc.).

[0055] The storage case 10 of the silver ion water generating kit 100 contains a plurality of silver ion water generating agents 20. The storage case 10 also contains other particles 22. The other particles 22 may be, for example, particles containing minerals such as calcium and silica, vitamin(s), or insoluble particles (for example, glass beads, gemstones, ceramic beads, etc.). A hydrogen water generating agent may also be used as the other particles 22. Furthermore, the silver ion water generating agent 20 in FIG. 9 may be replaced with a hydrogen water generating agent to form the hydrogen water generating kit 100.

[0056] 9, by arranging the soluble particles 25 (replacement marker) inside the cap portion 12, it is possible to know that the soluble particles 25 are always located in the cap portion 12, making it easier to check the status of the soluble particles 25 as replacement markers. Also, it is convenient to be able to use relatively large soluble particles 25 (replacement markers). Note that the soluble particles 25 (replacement markers) do not necessarily have to be placed inside the cap portion 12, and they may be placed both inside the cap portion 12 and inside the main body of the storage case 10.

[0057] Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, the marker (25) indicating the replacement time of the silver ion water generator (hydrogen water generator) 20 in the formation of silver ion water and / or hydrogen water was described. However, as a supplement to this, an electronic timer indicating the replacement time may be provided in a part of the storage case 10. This allows the replacement time to be confirmed by both the electronic timer and the soluble particles 25. In addition, when silver ion water (hydrogen water) is formed using the silver ion water generator (hydrogen water generator) 20, the container 150 is often placed in a refrigerator. The silver ion water generator (hydrogen water generator) 20 may be configured so that when the water 200 in the container 150 reaches a predetermined temperature (refrigerator temperature), the silver ion water (hydrogen water) fills (diffuses) the container 150 within that time (the time it takes to cool down to the predetermined temperature). Furthermore, if a marker (temperature indicator) that changes color when the temperature changes from room temperature to the refrigerator temperature is provided in a part of the storage case 10 (such as an internal bead or part of the outer frame), it becomes possible to intuitively know that silver ion water (hydrogen water) has been formed. The marker (temperature indicator) that changes color with temperature can be a print (sticker, printed material, or a thermosensitive print using Metamocolor (registered trademark)) that uses ink (pigment) that changes color with temperature. Additionally, a temperature gauge (water thermometer) or an electronic indicator that indicates when the silver ion water (hydrogen water) is complete can be provided in part of the storage case 10.

[0058] Although the present invention has been described above with reference to preferred embodiments, such description is not limiting and various modifications are possible.

[0059] For example, in the configuration shown in FIG. 1, a cap portion 20 is provided to allow removal of the silver ion water generator 20 and soluble particles 25 from the storage case 10. However, a configuration without the cap portion 20 and provided with an opening (through-hole) 15 in the storage case 10 may be adopted, allowing the silver ion water generator 20 to be disposable rather than replaced. For example, a teabag-shaped storage case 10 as shown in FIG. 11 may be provided. The storage case 10 shown in FIG. 11 is made of a mesh material. In this example, the silver ion water generator (or hydrogen water generator) 20 and soluble particles 25 are contained within the storage case 10. A hanging portion (hanging string) 16 extends from the storage case 10, and a grip portion 17 is attached to a portion of the hanging string 16. Such a configuration using a teabag-shaped storage case 10 can be used by placing it in water 200 in the container 150 shown in FIG. 2. When it is time to replace the teabag-shaped storage case 10, the teabag-shaped storage case 10 can be discarded and a new storage case 10 can be inserted. It is also possible for the storage case 10 to have no hanging portion 16 (and no grip portion 17).

[0060] In the configuration of the above-described embodiment, the silver ion water generating kit 100 and the silver ion water (Or, the Hydrogen Water Generation Kit 100 and its hydrogen water) In the above example, the silver ion water generating kit 100 was used as drinking water (or antibacterial and antiviral water), but it may also be used for other purposes. For example, by placing the silver ion water generating kit 100 in an aquarium for ornamental fish (such as killifish), it is possible to suppress the growth of unwanted algae, make the aquarium less likely to become dirty, kill bacteria and viruses, making it less likely for the fish to become ill, and reduce unpleasant odors. The elements and features of the above-described embodiments are mutually applicable unless there is a clear contradiction. [Industrial Applicability]

[0061] According to the present invention, Hydrogen water Easily know when to replace the generator Hydrogen water A formation kit can be provided. [Explanation of symbols]

[0062] 10 cases 12 Cap part 13 Engagement part (connection part) 15 Through hole (opening) 20 Silver ion water generator (ceramic ball) 25 Soluble particles (vitamins) 100 Silver Ion Water Generator Kit 150 containers (PET bottles) 152 Lid 200 Liquid (water)

Claims

1. A hydrogen water production kit for producing hydrogen water, A hydrogen water generator that generates hydrogen water; a storage case for storing the hydrogen water generating agent; Equipped with The storage case is provided with an opening through which liquid can enter and exit, In the storage case, soluble particles that dissolve in the liquid are placed together with the hydrogen water generating agent, The storage case includes a cap portion, the opening of the storage case is a through hole, A hydrogen water generating kit, wherein the storage case has a plurality of through holes.

2. The hydrogen water generating kit according to claim 1 , wherein the hydrogen water generating agent and the dissolving particles have a spherical shape.

3. A plurality of the hydrogen water generating agents are arranged in the storage case, The size of the through-hole is smaller than the particle size of the hydrogen water generating agent, The hydrogen water generating kit according to claim 2, wherein the soluble particles are composed of tablets containing vitamin components.

4. The hydrogen water generating kit according to claim 1 , wherein the soluble particles are contained in the cap portion.

5. 5. The hydrogen water generating kit according to claim 1, wherein the hydrogen water generating agent is a ceramic ball containing a metal magnesium component.

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