Solar Water Is the Glow Up You Need

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Wednesday, 16 July 2025

Written by Diane Katherine

Following on from my last post about the benefits of water, today I want to dive deeper, and discuss the benefits of solarized water.

You may already be aware that I am a full-on advocate of daylighting. Every morning, without fail, I go outside and soak up the morning’s first light. And I feel the benefits. So, it got me thinking about my water.

If our body’s get so much benefit from natural light wouldn’t our drinking water too? After all we are just “big bags of salty water.”

So, I tried it.

And I have to say, I’m impressed.

When I drink solarized water, I find it to be cleaner, lighter and more energizing than standard filtered water. You can tell something special has taken place within the water’s structure.

Funnily enough, I first tried water solarizing over 20 years ago, after studying colour therapy (see below). But for whatever reason I didn’t continue. I expect my younger self found the ritual to be too much of a faff.

So, What Is Solarized Water?

It’s exactly what it sounds like: water that’s been left out in the sun, or daylight, to absorb solar energy. Traditionally, this is done in colored glass bottles (a form of colour therapy) to add another layer of healing intention. The practice comes from Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine.

Origins in Ayurveda

Ayurvedic texts dating back thousands of years emphasize the healing power of the sun ( Surya ) as a source of prana (life force).

Water exposed to sunlight was believed to absorb this energy, transforming it into “living water” that could balance the body’s doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha). See this post on discovering your dosha type

This practice is part of Surya Chikitsa, or solar therapy, which includes sunbathing, sun salutations (Surya Namaskar), and consuming sun-charged water.

In modern times, it’s found a place in holistic health scenes, blending beautifully with chromotherapy and mindfulness practices (chromotherapy is based on the idea that each colour has a specific frequency and energy that can affect the body and mind in different ways.)

The Benefits

It has to be said that modern science hasn’t caught up with the following claims. But here’s what advocates of solarized water say it can do:

Energize the body: Many people report feeling refreshed and uplifted after drinking solarized water, especially when it’s charged in the morning sun.
Support digestion: Ayurvedic traditions often link Surya Jal with digestive fire ( Agni ), drinking it is believed to help with bloating and acidity.
Encourage detoxification: With its soothing, restorative energy, solarized water is thought to promote cellular health and flush out toxins.
Balance emotional energy: Depending on the colour of the glass bottle you use, it’s said to gently tune your emotional and mental state.

Bonus: There’s some scientific backing when it comes to sunlight’s ability to purify water. Solar disinfection (SODIS) is used in parts of the world where clean water access is limited, UV rays kill bacteria when water is exposed to sunlight for a few hours.

Chromotherapy Meets Hydration

One of the best parts? You can choose your bottle based on how you want to feel:

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How to Make Solarized Water

Ready to brew your first batch of sunshine? Here’s your how-to:

Choose Your Bottle: Use a clean glass bottle, colored glass if wanting the colour benefits. Make sure it’s food-grade and non-toxic. Avoid plastic.
Fill It with Water: Use clean, filtered, or spring water for best results.
Let It Sunbathe: Place the bottle in direct sunlight for 1–4 hours. Morning sunlight is gentle and lovely, but any bright day works. Just don’t leave it out too long in extreme heat.
Store and Sip: Drink the water the same day for maximum freshness. You can store it in a cool place or refrigerate it, depending on your preference.

Optional extra: Whisper a positive intention or affirmation to your water before placing it in the sun.

Credit Diane Katherine

Diane lives in Manchester, UK. She spent the past twenty years researching everything from human anatomy to the law of attraction. She is a qualified colour and crystal therapist, massage therapist, reflexologist, aromatherapist, healing practitioner, yoga and meditation teacher, and has done in-depth research into diet and nutrition and how it affects Sensitive people.. ©Diane Kathrine