Water blog #2

 

Is Carbonated Water Just as Healthy as Still Water?

             Instead of soda or fruit juice, unsweetened carbonated water is a superior option. Experts advise, however, that you don't overdo it. Still water is good for hydration, but Anne Linge, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, said, "You would be amazed at the amount of individuals who don't like the flavor and are unwilling to drink it." “It would be more palatable if you add carbonation.” Carbonated water which includes chemically carbonated seltzer water and naturally sparkling water is just as hydrating as ordinary water, according to nutritionists, but tap water has the extra benefit of fluoride, which helps prevent tooth decay. Carbon dioxide in sparkling water is transformed to carbonic acid when it comes into contact with saliva, decreasing the pH of your mouth. The pH scale measures how acidic (lower pH) or alkaline (higher pH) a solution is (higher pH). Drinks with a lower pH can be erosive to teeth, making them more prone to cavities but, according to a 2016 study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association, unsweetened carbonated water is not nearly as erosive as soda or fruit juice. Citric acid, which is used in some carbonated water brands for flavor, can enhance the acidity level. A similar effect might be achieved by adding your own lemon or lime slices. It's also difficult to know what was added because the ingredient list often says "natural flavor."

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