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Mineral water is water that contains a high level of dissolved minerals.

Government regulations require bottling companies to list all the minerals in natural mineral water. This is done to help consumers make a more informed choice on which bottled mineral water to purchase.

Bottled mineral water does have to meet very strict regulations and the sources of mineral water are very limited. Most mineral water comes from Europe and is imported into the United States. Dues to this mineral water is usually a little more expensive.

European countries and other countries as well believe that natural mineral water does have certain health benefits. These benefits include antibacterial and anti-fungal properties, as well as, therapeutic effects.

Mineral waters include minerals helpful to the body, including:

Magnesium which is used as the body's stress reducer and also strengthens the immune system.

Chloride which aides in the digestion process by maintaining and regulating acids within the stomach and intestines.

Sulfate which aides in strengthening the bones and teeth.

Iron which aides the body in delivering oxygen throughout the body.

Mineral water may also contain calcium, essentially good for health, and also strengthening bone mass.

Some believe mineral water has a harsher taste than regular tap water and therefore most bottled mineral water companies offer several flavors to mask the harshness.

Even with these benefits of mineral water, water is water. Drink up because no matter how you get your daily intake of water, it is essential!

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