Drinking Tap Water
Source of Calories
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Added Sugars | No data | - |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | - |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 1.18 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 0.89 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 0.3 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0 mg | 0% |
% DV refers to how much a single serving of an individually packaged food or supplement contributes nutritionally to your daily diet, based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet. Generally, having 5% DV or less of a nutrient per serving is considered low, and 20% DV or more of a nutrient per serving is considered high.
Vitamin Coverage
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
0%
Vitamin D
0%
Vitamin E
0%
Vitamin K
0%
Vitamin B1
0%
Vitamin B2
0%
Vitamin B3
0%
Vitamin B5
0%
Vitamin B6
0%
Vitamin B7
-
Vitamin B9
0%
Vitamin B12
0%
There are 13 essential vitamins required for the body to work properly, which are categorised into two categories: fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. Vitamins have a Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), provided by the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), which vary by age and sex. The %DV indicates how much one serving contributes to the average recommended daily intake.
Mineral Coverage
Calcium
0.1%
Iron
0%
Magnesium
0.1%
Phosphorus
0%
Potassium
0%
Sodium
0.1%
Zinc
0%
Copper
0.3%
Manganese
0%
Selenium
0%
Minerals are micronutrients, of which 13 of them are essential to the human body. The Recommended Dietary Allowance includes Calcium (1,300 mg/d), Phosphorus (1,250 mg/d), Potassium (4,700 mg/d), Sodium (2,300 mg/d), Chloride (1,500 mg/d), Magnesium (420 mg/d), Iron (18 mg/d), Zinc (11 mg/d), Copper (0.9 mg/d), Selenium (55 mcg/d), Molybdenum (45 mcg/d), Manganese (2.3 mg/d) and Iodine (150 mcg/d).
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📚 Health Research & Evidence About This Food
Tap water provides essential hydration and, according to SpringerLink, can contribute varying amounts of minerals like calcium, magnesium, and sodium to daily dietary intake. While public tap water in the United States is generally regulated and considered safe, the CDC notes it can be susceptible to contamination from various sources, potentially posing health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations.
1. About Drinking Water
Source: CDC, 2025
Summary: Tap water quality in the United States, derived from various sources, is influenced by treatment and potential contamination, necessitating public awareness of water reports and private well testing to ensure safety.
2. Comparison of the Mineral Content of Tap Water and Bottled Waters
Source: SpringerLink, 2001
Summary: Tap water in North America, like bottled waters, contains varying levels of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and sodium, which can contribute significantly to daily dietary intake.
Read More: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1111/j.1525-1497.2001.04189.x
3. Chemicals That Can Contaminate Tap Water
Source: CDC, 2025
Summary: Tap water, while generally regulated and safe in the United States, can be contaminated by chemicals such as arsenic, copper, lead, nitrate, PFAS, and radon, each with specific sources, health effects, and recommended removal methods.
Read More: https://www.cdc.gov/drinking-water/causes/chemicals-that-can-contaminate-tap-water.html
4. Is Mineral Water Good for You? Benefits and Risks
Source: Medical News Today, 2019
Summary: Tap water, regulated by the EPA and containing naturally occurring minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium, can be a source of essential nutrients but may also be subject to contamination from infrastructure, contrasting with mineral water's higher mineral content and specific health benefits.
