05/19/2026
Ok friends….I need a jug of water. Which ones should I get and why?
ANSWER:
Yes all plastic bottled water is not ideal as there are plastic toxins leaching into the water. These thicker plastic jugs are a little more stable and safe then thin individual bottles that you can squash down like a pancake.
Drinking water: not all bottled drinking water is created equal. Drinking water is a municipal source, meaning a city water source. Some companies will just take bottled drinking water and bottle it as is. Essentially all of the testing and quality control has been done for them by the local water companies. This makes it an easy way for them to make a profit. Some drinking water is filtered further with reverse osmosis or other purification processes. This type of water is typically a little better, however can still contain some chlorine and fluoride residue.
Spring water: sourced from a natural spring aka ground water. This has naturally occurring minerals. The bottling company then filters and disinfects, usually using UV light disinfection.
Bottom line: Spring water is typically the best choice overall. Trying to find thicker plastic water bottles if possible. Occasionally metal or glass options are available.
Note: never drink distilled water unless directed for detoxification purposes by a health care provider. Also if you are adding minerals due your water be careful of your source. Make sure they are free of flavoring and sweeteners. Many sea salts can have lead due to their source. Double check them with me if you are unsure.
If you are drinking tap water, a water filtration system is recommended due to high levels of contaminants in ground water like pesticides.