Frequently Asked Questions
I have a weak immune system. How can water help me?
The quality of bottled water is important for all consumers who drink bottled water, but it is of significant consequence to those with health concerns, cancer or compromised immune systems. Some general facts about bottled water are provided here:
Bottled water may come from either a natural source or a public water source. Many bottled waters come from natural sources like springs or wells originating from deep within the earth. By law, these sources must be protected from surface intrusion and other environmental influences. This requirement helps ensure that surface water contaminants such as Cryptosporidium or Giardia are not present.
Bottled waters may also come from treated municipal supplies. Bottlers using municipal sources reprocess this water employ methods such as reverse osmosis, deionization, distillation and filtration. This ensures the finished product is very different - in composition and taste - from the original source water.
The bottled water industry is regulated on three levels: federal, state and industry. Bottled water is regulated as a food by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Bottled water companies must adhere to the FDA's Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Standards and Standards of Identity. Additionally, bottled water is subject to state regulatory requirements and soft drink franchise company's own strict set of standards. Water is classified as "bottled water" if it meets all federal and state standards, is sealed in a sanitary container and is sold for human consumption or cooking.
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