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October 15, 2008
Surprise? Bottled Water not so Pure
In a two year study by the Washington-based Environmental Working Group, the findings show that bottled water turned up a variety of contaminants often found in tap water, and some leached from the plastic containing the water.
Joe Doss, president of the International Bottled Water Association, said the study is based on the faulty premise that a contaminant is a health concern "even if it does not exceed the established regulatory limit or no standard has been set."
Of the ten brands tested, two, showed chlorine byproducts above California's standard, Sam's Choice sold by Wal-Mart and Acadia of Giant Food supermarkets.
Wal-Mart said its own studies did not turn up illegal levels of contaminants. Giant Food officials released a statement asserting that Acadia meets all regulatory standards.
The researchers suggested that those concerned about contaminants in tap water, should use carbon filters, as reported by the Associated Press, and published by KTVU.
Posted by Stephen Betheil at October 15, 2008 11:29 AM
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