First, let’s talk spring water. It comes from an underground source, and brands like Evian or Mountain Valley bottle it right at the source. It’s like the “farm-to-table” version of water—natural, but not always consistent.
Then you have purified water, which is basically tap water that’s been filtered or distilled. Brands like Aquafina and Dasani fall here. It’s the safe, reliable friend who always shows up, but sometimes tastes like a swimming pool.
For everyday health, spring water usually wins because it contains natural electrolytes. Your body didn’t evolve to drink deionized lab water—it wants a little calcium and magnesium.
Why PH Levels Matter (And Don’t Overthink It)
You’ve seen those alkaline brands with pH 8+ and a price tag that makes you gasp. Alkaline water claims to balance your body’s acidity, but here’s the truth: your stomach is a highly acidic furnace that neutralizes most of it. Drinking high-pH water is like bringing a water pistol to a firefight.
Stick with water that has a neutral pH around 7.0 to 7.5. Brands like Fiji (which comes from an ancient aquifer) or Essentia (an ionized option) are good, but don’t pay extra just for a number on the bottle.
