Old Saratoga, Inc. - Know Your Water

Know Your Water

"Water is the essence of life for most animals and plants."

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Water Classifications

Drinking Water...Drinking water may be legally classified as any potable water (fit for drinking) which is extracted from an aquifer, reservoir, well or municipal source. Distilled water can be legally described as drinking water as well. How much water do you need? Click Here to find out.

Distilled Water...Water that is processed through a "Distiller." It is essentially boiled water which eliminates all the minerals. The steam that arises is recaptured and turned back into water.

Spring Water...Water can only be termed "Spring Water" when it reaches the surface on its own plane. Spring Water is the natural ascension of water to the surface without any outside influence (Man).

Artesian Water...Water which is fed into underground wells or aquifers where ground water from rain and snow collect under pressurized conditions. This water usually lies between the top and bottom layers of the hydro structure of a well.

Alkaline Water...Water that contains a pH level greater than neutral on the pH scale. All water is considered alkaline water if it contains a 7.1 or above pH level. (pH=potential of hydrogen) Click Here to learn more about Alkaline Benefits.

Note: All potable water can be called drinking water.

Water Consumption

Below you will see where most water is consumed...Amazing!

Livestock	1%
Domestic Use	1%
Mining	1%
Aquaculture	2%
Industry	4%
Public Safety	11%
Irrigation	31%
Thermoelectric Power	49%

Note: Aquaculture is the cultivation of aquatic organisms (fish or shellfish). Water consumption stated above are for farming of salmon, white fish, shrimp, and more... .

Below is an image of a portal which you can visit NC Water Resource. OSI encourages everyone to learn more about water.

Do you know this about water?

Water is the most abundant substance in the human body.
It protects vital organs, tissue and skin.
Water makes up the largest percent of body mass in your brain, blood and lungs.
Water intake has to be consistent and plentiful. Proper hydration can boost energy levels and improve health and well-being.
Water in the form of sweat removes harmful toxins from your body.
Sleep disorders, to include insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, and a few more, deplete the body of water. Proper hydration is needed before falling asleep and upon waking up in order to maintain water balance and to prevent dehydration.

Source(s):

*(IBWA) International Bottled Water Association 2014

*Share of Total Water Use in the U.S.