Water is life and it contributes to the wellbeing of our overall health. In most instances, we drink bottled water when we are far from our places where there is no tap water.
Some bottled water especially those you buy from hawkers are not 100% pure as the way you think. They are not subjected to the process of purification. They are water filled in empty bottles, sealed with bottle tops and branded with names of the water company that's are renowned for their perfect water.
This should not be a barrier for not purchasing them, but be keen and vigilant when purchasing them. You might end up purchasing impure water.
The purified water has also negative implications for both the environment and health. It's advisable to avoid excessive consumption of bottled water.
Here are risks associated with bottled water as highlighted on livestrong.com
1. Plastic toxicity
Plastic contains bisphenol A, that disrupts the endocrine system and estrogen hormone. Plastic bottles emit BPA that mixes with water. This chemical is hazardous when absorbed into the bloodstreams.
2. They lack fluoride
Tap water has natural fluoride while bottled water lacks. Fluoride has a positive impact on children, they have health-related tooth problems such prevents tooth decay in children. If you keep on giving your kids bottled water, then you will be causing health problems to your kids.
3. Higher rates of diseases in adults.
Bottled water contains BPA. People who frequently drink bottled water have high BPA, according to researchers, high BPA causes cardiovascular health problems.