Purified Water

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Common questions

Is Purified Water healthy?

Purified Water scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This purified water product includes beneficial minerals like calcium chloride and sodium bicarbonate, which enhance taste and nutritional value.

How processed is Purified Water?

Purified Water is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

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Purified Water

70 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Bottled Water
Summary

This purified water product includes beneficial minerals like calcium chloride and sodium bicarbonate, which enhance taste and nutritional value. However, it is derived from a municipal source, which typically involves more processing compared to natural sources like spring or aquifer water. The addition of minerals is controlled and safe, but the processing level and source quality slightly impact the overall rating.

Key ingredients 3

Purified water
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

Benefits

Provides essential hydration and supports bodily functions without introducing contaminants.

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Calcium chloride
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

Risks

Excessive consumption may lead to hypercalcemia, but this is unlikely in typical water consumption.

Benefits

Contributes to bone health and improves the taste and mineral balance of the water.

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Sodium bicarbonate
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

Benefits

Helps maintain pH balance and enhances the taste of the water.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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