Ideal Water PH level for making Kefir

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What is the ideal PH level for making water kefir? I see it written in

instructions to include a lemon in order to lower the PH. Just how low does it

need to be? Nowhere have I even seen mentioned if the water we start with needs

to be alcaline or acidic, or what the ideal PH level would be. Plain water (or

filtered) can come in a wide range on that PH scale. I believe the starting PH

level is a very important factor in the outcome and longevity of water kefir,

but nowhere is it explained in detail. Please, help me find the answer.

Marina