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Chemistry of Mineral Water
Mineral water does not go through any chemical processing. This means no purification and no additional components will be added to the water. Chemically, mineral waters can be classified under the following: bicarbonate, sulphate, chloride, calcic, magnesiac, fluorurate, ferrous, and sodium-rich.

Positive Effects of Mineral Water

 * Bicarbonate is the working component of baking soda. This bicarbonate anion in mineral water works to neutralize acidic conditions within the body. A benefit of using bicarbonate is relieving heartburn.
 * Sulfur, more recently, has been shown to benefit many things within the body including hypertension and inflammatory diseases. The active form of sulfur in mineral water is a gas known as hydrogen sulfide (H2S). This gaseous form of sulfur is able to penetrate into skin and mucus membranes. This allows for it to work at the cellular level throughout the body.
 * Chlorine is a naturally occurring antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-parasitic agent. Drinking small amounts of chlorine, like the levels within mineral water, is not harmful per the CDC. Chlorine assists in producing hydrochloric acid in the body, which aids in chemical digestion to nutrients.
 * Calcium is one of the most important minerals that is used in our body. It is used as a neurotransmitter in muscular contraction and nervous system pathways. It is also the main component in preserving bone health, which is crucial for the developing bodies of young adults.
 * Magnesium water consumption has been shown to improve glucose metabolism and insulin resistance. It is further being studied in its positive effects on type 2 diabetes mellitus patients.
 * Fluorine is a mineral commonly supplemented in community water sources. Fluorine is a crucial mineral for our tooth health, preventing against tooth decay and cavities.
 * Ferrous mineral water, which has increased iron, helps transport oxygen in blood. Ferrous iron is the active state of iron in hemoglobin, which allows for oxygen binding, transport, and delivery within our body.
 * Sodium-rich water replenishes electrolytes in our body. Excessive sodium in our body can disrupt homeostasis and lead to hypertension and increased blood pressure.