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  2. Drinking water quality in the United States - Wikipedia

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    The drinking water contaminants that can have chronic effects include chemicals (such as disinfection byproducts, solvents and pesticides), radionuclides (such as radium), and minerals (such as arsenic). Examples of these chronic effects include cancer, liver or kidney problems, or reproductive difficulties. [35]

  3. Which drinking water is healthiest? The pros and cons of tap ...

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    While some bottled water is from a spring or filtration system, research shows that nearly 65% of bottled water sold in the U.S. comes from municipal tap water. But Rumpler says there can be ...

  4. Mineral water - Wikipedia

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    However, mineral amounts vary greatly among different brands of mineral water, and tap water can contain similar or greater amounts of minerals. One study found that the median mineral content of North American mineral waters was lower than for tap water, though values varied widely among both groups. [ 6 ]

  5. Drinking water quality standards - Wikipedia

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    Drinking water quality standards describes the quality parameters set for drinking water. Water may contain many harmful constituents, yet there are no universally recognized and accepted international standards for drinking water. Even where standards do exist, the permitted concentration of individual constituents may vary by as much as ten ...

  6. Is It 100% Safe to Drink Tap Water? Here's the Truth - AOL

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    It's also not a great idea to use tap water when putting in, taking out or cleaning your contact lenses. "Certain eye infections can be caused by using untreated tap water on them," Dr. Yancey shares.

  7. Hard water - Wikipedia

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    Hard water is water that has a high mineral content (in contrast with "soft water"). Hard water is formed when water percolates through deposits of limestone, chalk or gypsum, [1] which are largely made up of calcium and magnesium carbonates, bicarbonates and sulfates. Drinking hard water may have moderate health benefits.

  8. Are you drinking enough water? - AOL

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    A water bottle with a straw will make drinking more enjoyable and accessible, encouraging you to drink more, too, says Martorano. Below, find a few highly rated bottles that will keep your water ...

  9. Carbonated water - Wikipedia

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    Carbonated water, such as club soda or sparkling water, is defined in US law as a food of minimal nutritional value, even if minerals, vitamins, or artificial sweeteners have been added to it. [ 13 ] Carbonated water does not appear to have an effect on gastroesophageal reflux disease . [ 14 ]