Does bottled water contain any harmful chemicals that can pose a threat to human health?
No. Each bottler is required to test both source and finished product for substances listed in their Bottled Water Model Code. Further, products must be in compliance with applicable safety and quality standards in order to be sold in the commercial marketplace. Does bottled water contain any harmful bacteria that can pose a threat to human health? The bacteria typically found in bottled water is a harmless form of bacteria, and is routinely found in milk, vegetables, and other products with no ill effects. Virtually every food product you consumer contains higher traces of bacteria than that found in bottled water. What should I know about water and the health of older adults? Dehydration is among the top 10 reasons older patients are admitted to hospitals, account to a study by Tufts University. Proper hydration is important for all individuals, but the young and elderly are especially vulnerable. How much water should I drink each day? You should drink ounce of water for each point
