Clean drinking water is one of the key elements of a balanced diet. Where to draw this elixir of health, everyone decides for himself. In the kitchen, from the tap, it is unlikely to go. When boiled, it becomes useless. Therefore, there are two most practical options: bottled water or purified with a filter. What is the fundamental difference between them? What should I know about each of them first? Which water is more useful? We conduct a comparative analysis together with the BRITA brand.
Secrets of bottled water
Many people prefer bottled water. But no matter how saturated the composition of the water on the label is, there is always a health hazard. And it lies in the bottle itself, or rather, in the plastic packaging. First of all, we are talking about such a chemical compound as bisphenol. In our country, it is often added in the production of plastic containers. It is noteworthy that this substance itself is not released. It is activated only if you place a plastic water bottle in the heat. In summer, room temperature is sufficient. And the higher it is, the more active the toxins are released. That’s why you should never leave water in the plastic under direct sunlight.
What specific health harm can bisphenol cause? With regular use, it negatively affects the work of the heart, liver and thyroid gland. In large quantities, it can cause hormonal failure in both women and men. Some studies show that this substance increases the likelihood of developing cancer. It is worth mentioning that bisphenol is now banned in many countries around the world.
Natural factors
Delving a little more into the chemical analysis of plastic, we will find other elements that are dangerous to the body — phthalates. The fact is that in production, to give the plastic strength and flexibility, phthalic acid is added to it. With a little heat, it disintegrates, and the products of its decomposition freely penetrate into drinking water. With their constant exposure, the nervous and endocrine systems often begin to malfunction.
However, not only toxins can cause harm, but also components of quite natural origin. As soon as you open the water bottle, bacteria immediately begin to enter it. Of course, not all of them are pathologically dangerous. In addition, we contact them throughout the day in a variety of situations. However, bacteria tend to accumulate intensively on the lid and walls of a plastic bottle. And the longer the water is in it, the more saturated with harmful microorganisms. By the way, we do not always know for sure where and how the water that we bought in a plastic bottle was spilled, so it is much safer to control the cleaning process yourself.
Do not forget about the damage that plastic causes to the environment. This resistant material is known to decompose over a period of 400-500 years. At the same time, the toxic substances released by it inevitably fall into the air, soil and, importantly, the world’s oceans.
The benefit that is always with you
Filtered water in comparison with bottled water has a number of advantages. In the example of the BRITA pitchers, this is most noticeable. They are made of high-quality, durable materials that contain absolutely no toxic compounds. Therefore, it makes no sense to talk about the harm to the body.
Filling such a jug directly from the tap, at the exit you get crystal clear, pure water with unsurpassed taste and useful properties.
Powerful modern cartridges deeply purify water from chlorine, heavy metal salts, organic impurities, pesticides and petroleum products that accumulate in the water supply of large cities. Depending on the intensity of resource use, one cartridge lasts for a period of 4 to 8 weeks. This water is optimally suited for daily use, preparation of various dishes and drinks, including baby food. The problem with the formation of bacteria here is solved very simply. If there is a little water left in the filter jug in the morning from yesterday, drain it in the sink and fill it again. During the day, the bacteria do not have time to exceed the permissible norm, which is why you should not store purified water in a jug for longer than 24 hours.
If drinking water is an indispensable attribute in your bag, then a bottle of BRITA fill&go Vital will be an invaluable find for you. This is a full-fledged filter in miniature, which is convenient to take with you to work, training, walking or on a trip. The filter disc can purify approximately 150 liters of water and lasts up to 4 weeks. So you will always have fresh, clean and delicious water at your fingertips. A nice bonus will be an elegant, practical design. This compact bottle is made of durable eco-friendly material and does not contain a single gram of bisphenol. By the way, the bottle weighs only 190 grams — it is convenient to carry it in an empty bag and fill it anywhere from the tap. Its use reduces the amount of plastic waste, and the environment suffers much less.
Drinking water, like any other product in our diet, should be fresh, high-quality and bring benefits to the body. With the BRITA brand, this is the easiest thing to take care of. The filters of the popular brand embody the famous German quality, modern technology and incredible practicality. This means that you can only enjoy the taste and benefits of drinking water day after day.