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How much water should I drink everyday?
That depends on your body weight and daily activity level. A general
rule of thumb is to drink at least eight glasses of water a day (1
glass=375 ml). But the more active you are, the more water your body
needs.
Can I drink soft drinks to rehydrate?
No. The caffeine found in many soft drinks acts as a diuretic and
depletes your body of fluids rather than replenishing them. By drinking
these beverages, you could be making matters worse.
I do not seem as thirsty when l am cold- Do I need to drink as much water
Absolutely. You still lose water through perspiration and exhaled air.
When cold, dry air is Inhaled, It is warmed and moistened in the lungs
and exhaled as humid warm air. This process makes intense demands on
the body's water supply,
Can I tell how much water my body needs by how much I sweat?
No. Sweat is not an accurate Indicator of dehydration. The amount a
person sweats can depend on a variety of factors such as environment,
clothing, and temperature and activity level. You can't judge your
hydration level by the amount of sweat on your skin or t-shirt or by
how thirsty you feel. To be safe, make sure you follow the guidelines
contained in "How much water should I drink every day?"
The tap water in my area is proclaimed to be "safe to drink". So what are the advantages of bottled water?
Tap water quality is inconsistent at best, and suffers from several disadvantages
First, municipal tap water is usually treated with chlorine, which makes the water taste bitter.
Second, tap water flows through pipes, which in older buildings may
contain lead. Its quality is not guaranteed by the time it reaches you.
Further more the supplies are often threatened by industrialization,
agriculture, and natural disasters.
Bottled water, on the other hand, offers a more consistent, superior
taste compared to tap water. It contains no lead or other harmful
chemicals, and no chlorine is used during the purification process.
The sealed bottle also protects the water, so what you get in the
bottle is the same water as the source. And let’s not forget the
convenience of having both hot and cold water offered by our
service.
I've been boiling tap water so far without any problems. Are there any
reasons why I should switch to bottled water?
While boiling tap water kills some harmful bacteria, it does not remove
any other chemicals or minerals that may make the water taste
objectionable, or may be hazardous to your health. Boiling tap water is
also inconvenient and wastes energy and time.
What about water filters?
Pitcher filters will remove chlorine and other objectionable/harmful
chemicals from tap water, but they often leave black particles in the
water. While not harmful, some people consider them to be
objectionable. Also, the filters must be replaced every two months to
retain optimal
performance.
How long can I store bottled water?
The NSW Health dept has not established a shelf life for bottled water.
Bottled water can be used indefinitely if stored properly.
What is the proper way to store bottled water?
Bottled water should be stored in a cool (i.e. room temperature), dry
environment away from chemicals such as household cleaning products and
away from solvents such as gasoline, paint thinners and other toxic
materials.
Does your bottled water contain chlorine?
No. We do not use chlorine as a final disinfecting agent in our bottled water
We use ozone (03) a form of oxygen, and ultraviolet light.
Unlike chlorine, which is commonly used in public water supplies, these
methods disinfect water without leaving any after taste or smell.
Why should people pay to drink bottled water when they can drink tap water for free?
The number one reason consumers choose bottled water is taste. Unlike
tap water, which uses chlorine as a final disinfectant, bottled water
is most commonly disinfected with ozone, which does not leave a
residual taste. Second, consumers are concerned about the quality of
their tap water. In addition to concerns, about chlorine by-products,
contaminants such as lead, nitrates and micro-organisms have been
discovered in municipal water supplies. Consumers are turning to
bottled water because they can be assured of bottled water's high
quality.
The third reason consumers choose bottled water is for what it does not contain, calories, caffeine or alcohol.
Consumers are leading a more healthful lifestyle and are turning more frequently to bottled water.
How is your water processed?
Our water is pumped from the spring and spring bores into 4 holding tanks with stainless steel Grunfos pumps.
From the holding tanks the water is pumped through a 15, a 3, and then
a 1 micron absolute filter to remove any sand or floating particles. A
1micron filter will remove bacteria.
The water then passes through a UV light and an ozone filter, which sterilises and cleanses the water to remove any bacteria.
We then circulate the water through two product water tanks and two 15 micron Filters to soften the water.
The water is then sent to the bottling machine where it goes through yet another 15 micron filter.
Your Spring Water is bottled and shipped out less than 48 hours after is taken from the
spring.
Typical analysis and certification?
In June 2000 our spring water supplier commissioned a brand new bottling facility at their spring on the Central Coast.
In November 2000 they were certified as an accredited bottler by ABWI
(Australian Bottled Water Institute), which is Australia’s leading
spring water authority.
Only a select few companies have been certified by ABWI to date.
ABWI standards and quality control are a lot higher than the Australian
and New Zealand Food Code 8 standards, which are the requirement of the
local Government health department.
They are also currently in the process of having the water certified “ORGANIC” by the
Biological farmers Association of Australia.
Does your water contain Bromate?
Bromate is a naturally occurring substance that is sometimes found in
spring water. Bromate reacts with the ozone used to sanitise your
water, and can cause nausea and diarrhoea.
Our water does not contain bromate.
How often is your water Tested?
Our water has a full A & NZ Food code 8 tests at the Australian
Government laboratories every 6 months. (See typical analysis)
We also test our water daily for bacteria, ozone etc in our “in house”
Laboratory and send out samples to a NATA lab once a week.
How do I maintain my cooler and Equipment?
To ensure that your water always tastes as fresh as when it was bottled you must clean your dispensing equipment regularly.
Your equipment should be cleaned and sanitised every 3 months.
Coolers should be drained of all water and then the holding container
should be filled over night with a solution of water and antibacterial
agent. (2 Johnston’s baby sterilising tablets, found at any
supermarket, will do the trick).
Empty the solution the next day and flush with fresh water.
Install a fresh spring water bottle.
Ceramic and plastic dispensers should be emptied, then washed in warm
soapy water, rinsed and left to dry. Install a fresh spring water bottle
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