Choose bottled drinking water that is suitable for drinking & bull; hello healthy

When traveling anywhere, bottled drinking water (AMDK) is always a constant companion to keep us hydrated. However, not all bottled water can be consumed daily. This water must be registered with the BPOM so that it meets the criteria for safe water for consumption. For this reason, it is important to choose proper drinking water so that its benefits can be felt optimally.

Get to know bottled drinking water circulating in Indonesia

Water is needed by everyone, because fluid is a big component of our body. Water is an important component that helps the body to work its organs. Unfortunately, not all Indonesians meet their daily fluid needs.

From the results of research in Journal of Nutrition 2018 conducted by Laksmi, et al, one in five children and adolescents in Indonesia still do not drink enough. In fact, one in four adults also don't drink enough. It is important for us to meet our fluid intake by drinking water.

Talking about good drinking water, here are the requirements in the Regulation of the Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia no. 492 in 2010.

• Tasteless
• No smell
• Colorless or clear
• Does not contain substances that are harmful to the body or polluted, such as:
  • Microbial contamination (e.g. E. coli)
  • Physical contamination (e.g. dirt, sand)
  • Pesticide contamination
  • Heavy metal contamination (e.g. lead, copper, cadmium, mercury, arsenic)
  • Other chemical contaminants (eg nitrates, nitrites)

The requirements above are the benchmarks for safe drinking water.

Although many drinking water products are sold, not all water is the same. Bottled drinking water has differences in its processing, as well as the content and pH of the water.

There are four types of bottled drinking water that are commonly circulated in Indonesia.

1. Mineral water

Mineral water is water containing minerals in a certain amount without the addition of minerals in the process. Mineral water has a pH of 6-8.5. In the process, this mineral bottled water is preserved until it reaches the consumer.

2. Demineralized water

Demineralized water contains no minerals. The mineral content is removed during processing, which is processed by distillation, reverse osmosis , or deionization. Demineralized water has a pH of 5.0-7.5.

3. Oxygenated water

Oxygenated water can be in the form of mineral water or demineralized water, to which a certain amount of oxygen is added in the process. Oxygenated mineral water has a pH of 6.0-8.5. Meanwhile, oxygenated demineralized water has a pH of 5.0-7.5.

4. High pH water

High pH water or commonly referred to as alkaline water is bottled drinking water that is processed by electrolysis or ionization, has a pH range of 8.5-9.97.

Now you know the types of bottled drinking water circulating in Indonesia. Next, you need to know how to choose drinking water that is suitable for consumption.

How should we choose drinking water that is good and healthy for our bodies?

All bottled drinking water is permissible and fit for consumption as long as there is an official permit from BPOM. But there are always better choices so that the health benefits of drinking water can be felt optimally.

Mineral water can be the main choice for daily consumption. Mineral water has a normal pH and contains natural minerals that are beneficial to your body.

The benefits of minerals can be seen as follows.

• Strengthens body tissues
• Helping the work of the cardiovascular, nervous and muscular systems
• Helps enzyme production
• Prevent dental caries
• Improve the body's immune system
• Fluid and electrolyte balance
• Helps metabolize nutrients

Mineral water can help the body's mineral adequacy.

Here are the myths and facts about bottled drinking water

Talking about bottled drinking water, a lot of information is circulating. Unfortunately a lot of information is incorrect and not based on scientific evidence.

Based on a field survey conducted by Indonesian Hydration Working Group (IHWG) regarding people's perceptions of the types of bottled drinking water, there are many misconceptions about the functions and roles of certain types of water for the body.

Therefore, in responding to any information that is circulating, we must look at its source and credibility.

Here are some myths and facts about drinking water that you need to know:

1. Myth or fact: oxygenated water can improve physical performance

Myth. The body takes oxygen through the respiratory organs, namely the lungs. Therefore, the research that has been done shows that drinking oxygenated water does not improve physical performance.

2. Myth or fact: long-term consumption of demineralized water is not recommended

Fact. The World Health Organization (WHO) says that long-term consumption of demineralized water can increase the risk of health problems.

3. Myth or fact: high pH water cannot increase blood pH

Fact. Drinking high pH water or alkaline water does not change the pH of the blood, because our body will regulate the pH of the blood in the body so that it is in balance.

4. Myth or fact: demineralized water can help you lose weight

Myth. Body weight is determined by energy intake, if we eat more than our body needs we will gain weight, conversely if we eat below our body's energy needs.

5. Myth or fact: consuming too much mineral water is harmful to the body because of mineral deposits

Myth. The mineral content in mineral water is not large / not excessive and follows the applicable rules. That way, there will be no accumulation of mineral water in the body. Mineral water can help meet the mineral intake of the human body.

Now, you don't need to be confused anymore about choosing bottled mineral water that is suitable for drinking. Don't forget to make sure the information circulating about the types of bottled drinking water, so you can find out the truth about its benefits.

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