I am looking for info about my local tap water, how healthy it is, etc. I would also be interested in finding information about tap water in the US and the health effects. I have already been told by nutritionalists that its bad, but would love some proof for my friend who is prego and was told that the sodium in the tap water is something she needs. even if the tap water has ONE good benefit, doesnt all the other crap counter-act it? i know drinking it now and then probably wont hurt anyone, but i would love to see some info on long term effects. any sources would be helpful, thanks!
2006-08-20 14:09:23 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Two sources of information for your tap water quality are the local water utility, and the state regulatory board that oversees water quality. Either should be able to provide you with a list of contaminants in your water, the amount permitted by law, and the sensitivity of the test that they use to determine how much is there.
Believe it or not, bottled water quality is less tightly controlled and considerably more expensive than tap water. Unless there is a specific hazard you are concerned about in your area, it's probably not worth the worry.
An activated charcoal filter is a good alternative if you don't like the taste of your local water.
2006-08-20 14:20:38 · answer #1 · answered by onebugleon4152 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a private well, the local Health Dept. will test your water for bacteria. A water treatment sales service will test your water for minerals, hardness, etc. If you get your water from a community well or a public water system like your city or town, they have information available about your local supply. If you are just look for detailed information about water a state university should be able to give you information. In Virginia, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and University has the state water status.
2006-08-20 14:21:01 · answer #2 · answered by ruthie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your local water plant. Usually the city offices have info on this. Or check their web sites.
2006-08-20 14:15:03 · answer #3 · answered by Snappy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-02 08:22:13 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋