Many people are curious about softened water. Is it safe to drink? Many people believe that it is. In this article, we dispel the myths and provide a definitive answer to the questions: “Can you drink softened water?” and “Is softened water safe to consume?”
Sodium
The topic of sodium dominates the conversation. Ion exchange water softeners add a small amount of sodium to the water. In other words, every calcium and magnesium ion in the water is replaced with a sodium one.
It allows you to distinguish between table salt and sodium. Table salt is made up of both sodium and chlorine. The 40% sodium makes up the majority of table salt.
The sodium itself is not considered to be a danger. Because it is essential to our body’s overall functioning, we all need some sodium. The government warns that too much sodium can cause high blood pressure, which can lead to problems with the heart. The Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations set a maximum sodium level of 200 ppm (or 200mg/liter) in drinking water.
Is Softened Water Safe to Drink?
Yes. Softened water is compliant with drinking water regulations if the water hardness falls below 400ppm calcium carbonate. Softened water should not be consumed in the following situations: These are:
Reconstituted infant formula powders should not be reconstituted with softened water as it could alter their fine nutritional balance.
Anyone on a low-sodium diet that has been medically approved.
This post was written by Joey Denick. Joey is the Owner and Operator of Clog Kings. At Clog Kings, LLC, we pride ourselves on our dedication and efficiency. We know you don’t have time to waste. That’s why we work fast to get your home or commercial building back up and running in no time. If you are looking for a water softener in Tampa then look no further because we got you covered!