Fresh, nutritious and necessary on many occasions in our daily lives. Today, March 22, the WWD. The most important drink on our planet and by which our existence is governed. But could you recognize the best bottled waters on the market? Spain is the third country in Europe to more consumes this bottled mineral liquid, only after the Germans and Italians. Surely you want to know which are the most beneficial bottles for your health and in this way look at their properties and characteristics. They are not all the same!
The most common doubt
La Consumer Office (OCU) carried out a study last August that resolved the eternal doubt that most of us have. This is what is best, the tap water or bottled mineral water. For this organization there are no doubts, the first is the best option. Since it has two very clear advantages. The first is the economic savings that supposes in front of the bottles that we find in the supermarkets. And, the second, the contamination generated by bottled water both for its commercialization and for its transport.
And it is that the annual expense of a family that consumes bottled water can amount to more than 150 euros. On the contrary, those who prefer to drink from the tap would not have more than $2 disbursement. However, not everyone can afford to consume tap water. This is due to the different hardness what the drink has depending on the zone of Spanish territory where you are.
Hard and soft waters
Water not only fulfills the function of hydrating our body. This is joined by that of provide different minerals to ensure the proper functioning of our body. The hard waters are those with many minerals, especially calcium and magnesium. These are considered lower quality and are characteristics of the Mediterranean area and the Balearic Islands. On the totally opposite side we find the soft. These are the ones that have filtered out by means of granite or stoneware, which are poor in the above minerals. Surely you have heard of these waters as the best, since they are the ones that come from the mountain and experts classify them as the best for health. In addition to its best flavor.
Despite the differences between these two types, the most common in many Spanish households are those known as minerals. These are used, above all, to drink and cook. You can find them in all your usual supermarkets, since they are sold bottled in containers of different sizes. There are even a variety of types and brands. Although, some are better than others.
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Not all are minerals
Although you may think otherwise, not all the waters that you will find in your trusted stores and supermarkets are mineral. It is important that you know that they exist three types of this packaged drink. The first is the natural mineral water, is the most common type since it supposes the Present in several = 96% of the bottles sold in Spain. Their most important characteristic is that they are made of underground and pure originThey also have a mineral composition that is always very similar.
On the other hand, you can acquire the Mountain spring water, this has the same origin as the previous ones. Although, the main difference is that its mineral composition may vary depending on the place of the spring where it is collected. And last but not least, there is the prepared water. This had to be previously treated to turn it into potable. In fact, it looks a lot like the tap.
The best on the market
If you are one of those who prefers to drink from the container, here you will be able to find the better waters bottled from the market. Some of them have some characteristics that are very healthy for our body. In addition to its impeccable composition and flavor.
- Carrefour Sierra de Segura water. This is obtained from the spring called Fuenteblanca, located in Sorihuela del Guadalimar, in Jaén. The OCU has concluded that it is one of the best waters in the country and one of the cheapest prices in the market. And it is that a bottle of this brand only costs 0,21€.
- Font Vella. Is the more popular among consumers. It comes from the Sacalm spring in Girona. And, although it has a slightly higher price than the previous one, it also has a better score from the experts. Its value is among the € 0,60 and € 0,75.
- Solán de Cabras water. It comes from the spring with which it shares its name, located in Cuenca. Its main characteristic is that it is weak mineralization, so it is very beneficial for our health. With a price equal to the previous ones, it can be a very good option to take to your fridge.
These are three of the best recognized waters by the experts, but there are many others that have a very positive evaluation. If you are willing to try other types, from here we recommend the Beteta water, Veri or of Light source. All of them with a very affordable price. They will give you a noteworthy flavor and freshness.
Now you know the best bottled waters on the market, but which one is your favorite? Surely you have already tried one. However, give each one a try. They are the most healthy
