Concerned About Your Health? Think About the Water You Drink.
Americans are paying more attention to their health than ever before.
People are reading nutrition labels, exercising regularly, tracking their sleep, taking supplements, and making conscious decisions about what they put into their bodies.
But according to a recent survey of 2,000 Americans commissioned by Culligan International, there is one important area that many people are overlooking:
Their drinking water.
The survey found that 76% of Americans say they are more intentional about their health today than they were in the past.
Yet surprisingly, 35% said they have not thought about the quality of their tap water in the last year.
Considering that water is one of the most important substances we consume every day, that's a statistic worth thinking about.
What Many People Don't Know What is In Their Water
The survey revealed a significant knowledge gap when it comes to drinking water.
Many respondents were unaware that contaminants such as arsenic, nitrates, and PFAS may be present in some water supplies.
In fact:
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80% were unaware that arsenic may be present in drinking water
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79% were unaware of nitrates
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74% were unaware of PFAS, often referred to as "forever chemicals"
Even more surprising, nearly half of respondents believed that if water tastes fine, it must be safe to drink.
The reality is that many contaminants are invisible, odorless, and tasteless.
Taste can certainly affect whether water is enjoyable to drink, but taste alone does not tell the whole story about water quality.
Water Was Ranked the Top Invisible Risk
When survey participants were asked about hidden risks in everyday life, water contaminants ranked higher than air pollution and food additives.
That finding is interesting because it shows that many people are concerned about water quality, yet few are taking steps to better understand what is actually in their water.
The survey also found:
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More than half of Americans have not tested their water in the last year
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57% believe all water filters provide the same level of filtration
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Many assume that meeting minimum regulations means water contains no contaminants
Unfortunately, water quality is far more complex than that.
Why Water Quality Matters
The average person can survive weeks without food but only days without water.
Water supports nearly every function in the body, including:
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Hydration
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Circulation
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Digestion
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Temperature regulation
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Cognitive performance
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Physical performance
Because we consume water every day, the quality of that water matters.
Many people spend considerable time researching the foods they eat but rarely spend the same amount of time considering the water they drink.
A Different Approach to Water
At Blue Spring Living Water, we believe consumers deserve transparency about their water source.
Our spring water begins with a remarkable natural filtration process that occurs deep underground over hundreds of years before the water reaches the spring.
The result is naturally clean spring water that contains beneficial minerals and delivers the crisp, refreshing taste our customers have come to love.
We encourage everyone to learn more about their water, ask questions, and make informed decisions about what they drink.
Because when it comes to your health, water shouldn't be an afterthought.
It should be one of the first things you consider.
The Bottom Line
The recent survey highlights an interesting contradiction.
Americans are increasingly focused on wellness, yet many know very little about the water they drink every day.
Whether your water comes from a municipal supply, a private well, or a natural spring source, understanding your water is an important part of understanding your health.
After all, if you're paying attention to everything else you put into your body, shouldn't you pay attention to your water too?