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Is buying bottled water the best way to ensure pure drinking water?
With all the radiation scares from Japan, what are some ways to ensure pure drinking water? Is buying bottled best?
Is bottle water better than tap water?
Depends on what company you're comparing tap water to. But most bottled water companies use filtered water (the same as tap water). In most cases bottled water is not purer than tap water. Note that tap water is not the same everywhere, not are all brands of bottled water the same. But legal requirements for water purity are the same for tap water as for bottled water. In some cases, bottled water actually is tap water, that has simply been taken from the tap and put into bottles.
Generic Bottled Water Trumps Brand Versions ?
Bottled water is convenient, portable and often tastes better than tap water. Switching to a generic version saves you money. Although the water supply for nationally marketed products is a closely-held secret, it often comes from the same source as generic versions. The FDA sets the standards for all bottled water. You don�t have to be concerned about the quality or safety of generic brands. Enjoy the convenience and cost savings of generic bottled water.
How is bottled water the biggest marketing trick of all time?
Simply because it's unregulated !... Not ALL bottled water is from a pure source !
What is the best drinking bottled water?
All brands like Aquafina from Pepsi, Pure Life from Nestle, Kinley from Coca Cola etc provide pure drinking water. But I prefer Pure Life as they use PET bottles, a fully recyclable and safe food packaging solution.
Is bottled water dangerous for pets?
No, I give my dog bottled water all the time it doesn't hurt them or make them sick.
Is there sales tax on bottled water in Washington state?
Because bottled water is a food item, like all other food items in your grocery cart, bottled water is sales tax exempt in the state of Washisngton!
I spend a fortune on bottled water. What can I buy so I can have the same quality of water using my kitchen sink water?
All bottled water is not of the same quality, so one of the easiest ways to make sure you're getting the water you want is to install a faucet filter or purifier. One common brand which is inexpensive is Brita. At about $30 it is easy for most people to quickly recoup the cost vs continuing to buy bottled. Other brands are available, with costs ranging from $20-$300.
Is dasani water good for you?
Dasani water is safe to drink and hydrates the body like any other bottled water. It is not significantly different from other brands in terms of health benefits. However, some people prefer other brands because Dasani water has been criticized for its taste due to the added minerals.
Why is there sodium in bottled water?
Dissolved ions in water help to "flavor" it, much like adding salt to fries makes them taste better. If you ever got to drink pure deionized water, you would see that it does not taste as pleasant as water with some amount of sodium.
Nearly one-third of all the bottled water purchased contains what?
tap water?
Is there information online that shows the effects bottled water has had on the environment?
There are actually a lot of online resources. I would start with All About Water. There are interesting facts about water, information on bottled water treatment alternatives, and a report on the effects of bottled water on the environment. Read Take Back the Tap at Food & Water Watch. It discusses the environment and how bottled water my actually be less pure than your tap water.
