Myth #1: “We need mineral-rich drinking water to stay healthy.”
Let’s clear this up: While trace minerals can be found in some natural water sources, your primary source of essential minerals should come from food, not your water.
Biologically, humans are designed to absorb minerals most efficiently through whole foods, where those nutrients are bound to enzymes and organic compounds that enhance bioavailability.
In contrast, the inorganic minerals found in water are often poorly absorbed and contribute little to overall nutritional needs.
What should concern you about your drinking water are contaminants, not a lack of minerals. Substances like fluoride, chlorine, lead, arsenic, and other heavy metals are commonly found in municipal water supplies and have well-documented health risks, ranging from endocrine disruption to neurotoxicity.
This underscores the importance of:
– Prioritizing clean, filtered water free from industrial contaminants
– Focusing on a nutrient-dense, mineral-rich diet that meets your body’s actual needs
Water is for hydration and detoxification, not nutrition. Rely on your food for the minerals, and your water to carry them where they need to go.
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