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Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think most filters like Brita use charcoal to filter the water which is not healthy.

Personally, I have been drinking bottled water for 25 years now. I switched to bottled water in 1979 because I was living in an Ottawa (Canada's capital city) apartment which had brown tap water.

My favourite bottled water is Evian. But usually it's too expensive so I settle for brand X at my local supermarket (usually President's Choice at Loblaws and Fortinos in the Toronto area).

I stay away from bottled water containing excess amounts of ozone because I get nauseated when I drink it.

Some studies have shown that bottled water can contain large amounts of bacteria. This could be true, but bottled water tastes so much better than tap water that I can't resist! I also figure since my IBS prevents me from having most other drinks -- regular tea, coffee, pop, fruit juice and alcohol -- the least I can do is treat myself to some good tasting bottled water!

Belinda

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