For several years, concern has arisen about water bottle brands. And for good reason, many experts have assured that some were contaminated with microplastic. Fortunately, some are still good for your health.
A very alarming observation
If you are in the habit of buying water bottles on a daily basis, know that it is important to be very careful about which ones you choose. If you don't know where you're heading, 60 Million Consumers could help you.
In a survey, experts did not hesitate to highlight the best water bottle brands. As a reminder, it was in 2022 that the Agir pour l’environnement association highlighted an alarming observation.
It revealed that several regularly consumed bottles contained microplastics. The association has also launched an alert to consumers about contaminated water bottles.
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“78% of the water tested contains plastic microparticles,” the association said. The number of microplastics detected varies greatly, ranging from 1 to 121 microparticles per liter for 33cl Vittel Kids« underlined the Agir pour l’environnement association.
Before also adding: “It is therefore the bottle intended for children which contains the most microparticles per liter. It is unacceptable to let bottled water manufacturers sell water polluted with microplastics”.
“But presented as supposedly “pure” and also 300% more expensive than tap water! The State must protect our health and the environment, primarily that of children, by ensuring that food chain is not polluted with microplastics« .
And also add: “We must move away from disposable plastic as quickly as possible, starting by banning plastic bottles”. Fortunately, some bottles are still good for your health according to 60 million consumers.
Healthy water bottles
According to 60 Million consumers, it is possible to trust the Volvic brand. Experts revealed that water filters through volcanic rocks. Before adding that it did not contain unwanted residues.
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According to the magazine, Montclar water from Carrefour is also a very good water bottle. No contaminants have emerged in this product. Good news for all French people.
If you like sparkling water, you can trust the Badoit brand. The latter contains some traces of microplastics, but these remain tiny. They therefore do not present any health risks.
Please note that experts do not really know the consequences of microplastics on human health. On the other hand, initial research has nonetheless shown that they were dangerous.
However, they do not know at what level. Scientists from the Netherlands and the United Kingdom have also claimed to have found microplastics in the lungs and blood of living people.
Some particles found in water bottles can also come into contact with your cells. This can then cause allergic reactions. Some microplastics can also cause cell death. So be careful.
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