The Benefits Of Bottled Water

We have always been told that we need to drink eight glasses of water a day, but we are not advised what is the best water to drink. Many people think that bottled water is safer and better than tap water, but that is not the case. Bottled water is not regulated like tap water is. Also, the plastic bottle contains harmful chemicals that can leach into the water and cause cancer and other health issues. You can remove the negative impacts of drinking bottle water from your life simply by not drinking bottle water. For added protection, you can buy a filtration system for your tap water at home. When on the go carry your water in a stainless steel water bottle.

Bottled water has become a controversial topic as of late. There are always two sides to every argument, some think that bottled water is beneficial to society, whereas some people think that it is detrimental to society as a whole. Bottled water is detrimental to society because it costs the country an abundance of money. It is also harmful to society because it is damaging to the environment. A lack of sanitation in bottled water has also been connected to illnesses among people who drink it. Bottled water is in no way shape or form worth the price that one will spend financially, nor is it worth the gamble of becoming sick from all the harsh chemicals that come from the bottle itself.

Water is crucial to life. Every human being needs water to survive. Water helps the body by nourishing the body, makes up most of our body, and helps with a healthy diet. However, people get water in different ways. One way to get this healthy drink is through bottled water. There is a huge debate whether or not bottled water is the way to go. The benefits of bottled water do outweigh the costs by several reasons.

I have always found it sort of curious when I see people buying bottled water. My grandfather told me that when he was a boy they drank water from the hose and it was free. I know growing up our household certainly didn’t bother with things like that, so facet water is what we got as well. The costs of groceries these days is expensive, spending extra money on water always seemed like such a waste to me. Now, that being said, some people live in areas where the water isn’t very clean, and buying bottled water is much safer than drinking the city’s water. Also, bottled water has become more popular because it is paired as a service; Bottled water is easy to grab on the go. It takes more time to find a water bottle, with a lid, and fill it up than to grab an already bottled water.

A lot of people around the world do not have a the choice between tap or bottled water.

Many people are laboring under the impression that bottled water is better than tap water. Contrary to popular belief, the latter is the superior of the two. Tap water is often overlooked, while people go straight for the bottled water. Some believe that tap water is harmful, when in fact, it is perfectly safe. Tap water is the better choice for countless reasons. Some of these being the vitamins and minerals found in tap water, the lower cost, and its convenience.

First, bottled water is more convenient than tap water. Imagine a family going on a walk on a hot day and to keep hydrated they would need water at their convenience. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, bottled water is considered a “critical lifesaver.” After natural disasters such as Hurricane Katrina most public water systems are destroyed. With convenience of water bottles people were able to get fresh drinking water.

Which do prefer? Bottled water or tap? Bottled water comes from many places, but is very sanitary and safe. Bottled water is better because you can recycle the plastic, and it has better taste than tap. Most people believe that bottled water is healthier because it is filtered better and clean water.

Bottled water is a great source of water and can be used in many disasters, and is very helpful for when there is a drought and water contamination and other things. Also, bottled water is a great hydrate for when a person is on the go. Bottled water has many great uses, and can be reused several times. Bottled water is a great way to sponsor something, because the majority of America drinks water bottles therefor they see the sponsoring. Also, the fact bottled water is given to countries and many other places for disasters is amazing. Bottled water has many great uses and is a great source of water, and even though the majority of Americans drink water daily, the bottled water is the best type of drinking

C- I claim that Tap water is equal or even better than Bottled water because of too many factors against bottled. bottle water isn’t as clean as meant to be. “Transporting the bottles and keeping them cold also burns fossil fuels, which give off greenhouse gases.” -Solvie Karlstrom and Christine Dell'Amore, National Geographic's Green Guide.

In this day and age where convenience is everything, we have grown to demand instant gratification. Whether it is our smartphones, laptops or even fast food. Therefore when it comes to staying hydrated bottled water is a convenient alternative. Bottled water is portable, it undergoes a greater amount of cleanliness tests, and it has a longer shelf life compared to tap water.

Bottled is more convenient to carry than tap water. For instance, in a state of emergency bottled water will be the only water available. During hurricane Irma many people was left without any power or clean water and had to use bottled water to take baths. However, bottled water isn’t only convenient for devastating emergency’s, but is a great source to choose from when people are always on the run.

In America in 2014 the bottled water per capita consumption was up to 34 gallons (“Per Capita Consumption…”). The sales volume growth of bottled water was also up to 7.2% in 2014 the highest it's ever been (“Sales volume growth…”). So it is no surprise that the majority of Americans prefer bottled water including myself. Bottled water is better than tap water because it is more convenient, healthier, and it’s been a lifesaver for disastrous situations all over the earth. Because we all need water to live it’s important that everyone is informed about what kind of water they are putting in their bodies. These are just a few reasons as to why bottled water is better than tap water.

The convenience of bottled water over tap water is how portable the bottle makes the water.

Bottled water is a modern day convenience. It is easy to buy when on the go. It is easy to go to the store to buy a bottle of water that is cold. It taste better than tap water. It refreshes people when they are dehydrated and tired. The design of a water bottle is cool. It can fit in your hand and it has a cap to cover the hole that is there to drink out of. The water bottle's