Boiled Water Mistakes: Are You Harming Your Health? Avoid These 3 Errors!

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News18•03-01-2026, 23:36
Boiled Water Mistakes: Are You Harming Your Health? Avoid These 3 Errors!
- •Repeatedly boiling water can increase harmful elements like nitrates, arsenic, and fluoride, damaging kidneys and the digestive system.
- •Boiling water for too long (20-30 minutes) reduces natural oxygen, affecting taste and hydration; 5-10 minutes is sufficient.
- •Storing hot boiled water in cheap plastic containers can leach harmful BPA, leading to hormonal imbalance and increased cancer risk.
- •Always store boiled water in covered glass, steel, or copper containers and use it within 24 hours for optimal safety.
- •Boil water for just 2-3 minutes after it comes to a boil, then let it cool naturally.
Why It Matters: Incorrect boiling and storage of water can negate health benefits, potentially causing serious harm.
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