Friday, October 17, 2008

Tests Find Bottled Water No Cleaner Than Tap Water

Tests Find Bottled Water No Cleaner Than Tap Water

10 popular brands contain mixtures of bacteria, fertilizer, and chemicals

Looking for ways to cut back in these tough economic times? An environmental group suggests skipping the bottled water and drinking from the tap. It might even be healthier.

The Environmental Working Group says its tests how 10 popular U.S. bottled water brands contain mixtures of 38 different pollutants, including bacteria, fertilizer, Tylenol and industrial chemicals, some at levels no better than tap water.

Full Story: http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/polluted_bottled_water.html

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