Water is the essence of life on Earth. Almost all living beings need water in order to survive and thrive. People use water in various ways in their daily lives from drinking to washing and even in certain industries. However, the most important use of water remains drinking as it is the thing that gives people the energy to function and stay active. Drinking water comes in many forms including bottles that can be purchased from any store and carried around wherever you go. Bottled water has been around for ages and it comes from a variety of sources. Here are some interesting facts about bottled water that you may have never heard about before.
1. Water Bottles are Consumed in Millions per Minute
Most people know that drinking water is consumed in high quantities on a daily basis as it is the key to healthy living. However, what many people may not be aware of is that bottled water is used in millions per minute. According to global organizations, every second, the world consumes around 20,000 water bottles which translates to millions of water bottles every minute. People tend to use bottled water as it is more practical than tap water as you can always have drinking water with you rather than waiting to find the nearest drinking water tap everywhere you go.
2. Bottled Water is Ancient
Since the beginning of time, drinking water has been important and packed in various ways in order to ensure people have their fair share of it for daily use. When you look into the history of bottled water, you are likely to find that packing water in bottles has been around since ancient times and not just in recent modern days. In fact, bottled water has been around since the 18th century where it was packed in metallic and leather bottles that kept the water cool and safe so that it could be sold for medicinal purposes. Back then, many people thought bottled water had curing ingredients that can help with some of their ailments as it was sourced from certain springs and fountains.
3. There are Numerous Sources of Bottled Water
Fresh drinking water has various different sources. Bottled water is sometimes manufactured in labs or sourced from springs or rivers depending on the location of the manufacturing company and their branding targets. Surprisingly, many water brands simply pack their water bottles with regular tap water then sell them to consumers. At the end of the day, as long as the water has all its right components and is filtered appropriately, it should all be the same.
4. Plastic Bottles Take Years to Decompose
Bottled water comes in different packaging forms nowadays, especially with growing concerns over the safety of the environment. This is because traditionally, water bottles were mostly made out of plastic, which can take hundreds if not thousands of years to decompose. Although there are still plastic water bottles nowadays, many brands have shifted towards more sustainable options or urge their consumers to recycle the bottles for the safety of the planet.
5. Price of Bottled Water Varies
The price of water has always been a controversial topic among many people. Tap water is usually available for a small cost in all properties across most countries of the world. However, when the same water is packed in bottles, it can increase significantly in price and many people do not understand why. This can be a result of the source of water and how it is purified and packed. So you will be paying for the practicality of the bottle as well as the peace of mind that comes with knowing for sure the source of your drinking water.
6. Water is not Always Tasteless
It is a commonly known fact that water is tasteless and odorless. However, some people tend to notice differences in taste between bottled water and tap water. This is often a result of the quality of bottles used in carrying the water rather than the water itself. If you notice a change in water taste from bottle to tap, then you should probably change the bottled water brand you are using.
Drinking water is vital for the continuity of life. Bottled water is one of the most popularly used types of drinking water as it is practical and trusted by many people. The key to making sure your bottled water is safe for use is to make sure you know all there is to know about the brand and the packing to ensure your water is sourced and filtered appropriately is a way that gives you the benefits of water and keeps you far from the risks of the bottles.
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