Why do you drink boiled water?

Answer 1

Yes it is. I have been drinking boiled city water for 70 years.

After water has been boiled, nearly all germs have been killed because of the inhospitable environment. Some bacteria do exist above that temperature, but it is unlikely they will harm you if you drink the boiled water. It is safe to drink especially if it is not still scalding.

Answer 2

If you're somewhere where the water may be unclean, then boiling it will kill off bacteria and any parasites, making it safer to drink.

But boiling won't do anything about, say industrial pollution, if there's reason to be worried about that.

Answer 3

boiling water kills all the bacteria in it, making it safe to drink. obviously you have to wait for the water to cool down, as boiling water would harm your body.