{"product_id":"aqua-perfect-ph-up","title":"Aqua Perfect PH Up 200g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAqua Perfect PH Up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"291\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportance of pH Balance for Koi Fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"565\"\u003eMaintaining the correct pH level is essential for the health, color, and overall well-being of koi fish. Koi have an average blood pH of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eapproximately 7.4\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means pond water should be kept as close to this level as possible to support normal biological functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eSudden or extreme pH fluctuations—especially outside the safe range of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"652\"\u003e6.5 to 9.0\u003c\/strong\u003e—can cause significant stress to koi. Prolonged exposure to unstable or incorrect pH levels may lead to weakened immunity, reduced appetite, poor growth, and increased susceptibility to disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eLow pH levels are particularly harmful to koi coloration. Acidic water negatively affects\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eHi (red patterns)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"993\"\u003eSumi (black pigmentation)\u003c\/strong\u003e, causing colors to appear dull, weak, and faded over time. When pH is not properly balanced, even high-quality koi may gradually lose their vibrant appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003eUsing pH-balancing products helps stabilize water conditions, reduce stress, and maintain optimal pond health. A well-balanced pH environment allows koi to thrive, supports strong coloration, and promotes long-term vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor 10000L of water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish have an average blood pH of 7.4, so it is ideal to maintain a water pH close to this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the pH levels fluctuate drastically, outside of the acceptable range of 6.5 to 9.0, this can cause great stress to the fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf this is the case, adding products to the water to balance the pH levels would be a great help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith Low Ph it will have negative impact on the Hi(red pattern) as-well as the SUMI  the colour pattern will not stay as strong and it will tend to fade as time goes by.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 200g Treats 10,000L\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KOI EMPIRE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49102689894708,"sku":"19143","price":350.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0151\/9016\/3510\/files\/Aqua-Perfect-PH-Up.jpg?v=1776766138","url":"https:\/\/jungleaquatics.com\/products\/aqua-perfect-ph-up","provider":"Jungle Aquatics Pet Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}