My house has a water softener, mainly to keep the hard water from ruining the pipes. I have to load the thing with salt every few weeks. Does this process add an unhealthy amount of sodium to my water? Should I use the potassium they sel...
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Water softener and softening FAQ ... 5.2 Is softened water safe to drink?; Softened water still contains all the natural minerals that we need. It is only deprived off its calcium and magnesium contents, and some sodium is added during the softening process.
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Using a water softner on hard water. ... According to the U.S. Geological Survey, more than 85 percent of the United States geography has hard water. While many consumers use a water softener so they can enjoy the benefits of soft water, there is some confusion about whether softened water is safe to drink.
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Water is a universal solvent. Most materials, especially metals, are partially soluble in water. If that water is heated or softened it becomes much more aggressive at leaching metals from water lines.
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Yes - unless you are a baby (see next question) or on a low-sodium diet. Essentially softened water is hard water minus the calcium and magnesium and plus some sodium. All water has some sodium in it. Softened water has a little bit extra, ...
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Is it safe to drink softened water? ... Is softened water dangerous for bottled milk for babies? ... Essentially softened water is hard water minus the calcium and magnesium and plus some sodium. All water has some sodium in it. Softened water has a little bit extra, but still less than in milk. So it is quite safe unless you...
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Can I use softened water in my aquarium? ... How much soap and detergent should be used with softened water? ... Is softened water safe to drink?
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Is softened water safe to drink? ... In most instances softened water is perfectly safe to drink. The beneficial minerals essential for good health, come mostly from food in a balanced diet. Neither hard nor soft water can provide a significant proportion of the daily needs for minerals.
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The body largely meets its need for minerals through foods, not through drinking water. In order for the human body to get enough minerals from water, it would be necessary to drink several gallons a day. In general, natural or softened waters cannot be considered a source of common body minerals.
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The first company questioned the safety of soft water to drink. So I looked for an answer and can`t fing one. That`s how I came to this site. If you could please explain the safety concerns if any for drinking soft water and if none is it solely based on preference and taste.
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