Drinking hard water has benefits for heart health due to minerals not found in soft water, but can cause mineral buildup in plumbing. There are no known adverse effects on the body, but some may not like the taste or smell. It is recommended to provide a source of hard drinking water when installing a water softener system.
Drinking hard water has some pros and cons that should be considered before determining that a water softener should be installed in any home. Hard water has been shown to be beneficial in fighting and preventing certain heart diseases in men by providing some minerals not found in soft water which is a real plus. The disadvantages of drinking hard water are limited to the effects the water has on the plumbing and soaps used in the home. There are no known adverse reactions to the human body caused by drinking hard water, which might be considered a boon by some drinkers of the unsweetened beverage.
Hard water is nothing but natural rainwater that has seeped through the ground and ended up in the groundwater. Filtering the water through stones and mineral deposits in the ground makes it hard. In addition to giving the water a certain flavor that many people consider a pro, the water contains minerals like iron, magnesium, and calcium that are believed to benefit men by protecting them from cardiovascular disease, which is also a plus. Other studies have shown that drinking hard water rich in calcium and magnesium can often provide a complete daily dose of minerals in the drinkers diet.
The downsides of drinking hard water are typically geared towards the plumbing system, with mineral buildup inside the pipes being the biggest downside. Some studies have suggested a slight correlation with hard water consumption and eczema in children, which is a hoax. For some people, the taste of drinking hard water can be considered cheating, depending on the degree of hardness of the water. In some areas the water may even appear rusty colored; the odd color is also a cheat as it is usually not appealing to first time drinkers of the water.
With the added benefits of the minerals in hard water, it is generally recommended that you provide a source of hard drinking water when installing a water softener system. There is, however, one drawback to drinking hard water that affects many drinkers: the smell. Some hard waters have a strong mineral odor which can range from an earthy scent to a very strong sulfur smell. This odor is a common problem for most drinkers and is one of the main reasons many homeowners choose to install a water softener system.
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