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There is a growing concern about toxins in our environment, the food we eat, and the air we breathe. These toxins also exist in our water. Our bodies are comprised of 70% water and we need to consume liquids on a steady basis to maintain general health. If most of these liquids are tainted with environmental toxins, chlorine, and minerals that are not in a form our bodies can readily absorb, any other measures we may take to improve our health can be offset by a steady consumption of impure water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many ways to distill water through a water filter you can purchase in a supermarket or, for better results, a water filtration system installed in the home. Having a steady supply of distilled water has numerous benefits on your family\u2019s health and even the condition of your car and the air inside your home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Drinking<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The most obvious use of distilled water<\/a> is drinking, of course. Health experts recommend drinking plenty of water to hydrate the body, flush out impurities, and improve general health. However, what is the point of flushing out impurities with impure water? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It would be like trying to clean your windows with dirty mop water. Distilling water helps neutralize the toxins and impurities that are present in regular tap water. Many people argue that tap water contains a variety of minerals that are good for the body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the form of these minerals in tap water is different than the form they exist in the foods we eat. Magnesium, zinc, and calcium sound good, but in tap water, they are derived from rocks and are not easy for our body to absorb and promote health. It is better to get these minerals from food than tap water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Humidifiers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When winter brings dry air from heating and creates coughs and congestion, many experts recommend using humidifiers<\/a>. This is also true any time of the year if you live in a particularly dry region. Using distilled water in humidifiers is not only a helpful hint, but it is a necessity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Humidifiers are intended to affect the air you breathe, and if you use tap water in humidifiers, harmful minerals can be released into the air. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the FDA, this can actually cause a health hazard. In fact, many people are introduced to the idea of using distilled water the first time they use a humidifier and realize the advantages of avoiding tap water in general. If you don\u2019t want tap water ruining the air your breath, why consume it at all in the form of drinking water? In addition to using distilled water in humidifiers, their tanks should be cleaned regularly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Automobiles<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you want to make sure your engine and battery in your car last a long time, it is a good idea to use only distilled water. Tap water when used as a coolant introduces materials that can corrode your engine and may require you to replace it much sooner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The minerals that are found in tap water can build up in the engine and can interfere with proper functioning. Always distill water when using it as a coolant, and if you are on the road, use mineral water. In addition to the minerals<\/a>, chlorine in tap water can also encourage scale formation and can speed up decay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The same should be kept in mind when recharging lead batteries in cars. Some experts argue that specially designed coolant is the best thing to use for your engine, but without a doubt, if you are going to use any mixture with water, distilled water is the best choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Canning Fruits and Vegetables<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many people are put off from eating canned food because of the metallic taste of these foods. In addition, they seldom taste fresh but often \u201ctaste like the can.\u201d Some feel the answer is to can their own fruits <\/a>and vegetables, especially if they grow their own food. What might result is a slightly muted metallic taste compared to store-bought canned food, even if one uses glass jars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The metallic taste is not just from the actual can, but from the minerals in the tap water used when canning the fruits and vegetables. If you don\u2019t use distilled water during the canning process, the minerals from the water are absorbed into the food over a long period of time. In addition, the color of food is also affected. The food becomes tougher and the nutrients in the food aren\u2019t absorbed as readily. Therefore, always use distilled water while canning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Improving Hair<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Magnesium <\/a>and calcium may be great for your bones and your general health, but you do not want these minerals coating your hair. Tap water contains calcium and magnesium as well as chlorine and chloramine which can damage hair over the long run. These materials build upon the outer surface of your hair and form a barrier that makes it impossible for your hair to absorb the nutrients in hair care products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, if you are using tap water to wash your hair, you are almost literally washing the money you spend on premium hair shampoos and conditioners down the drain. In addition, minerals in tap water can make your hair feel heavy and cause tangling. Many people use an anti-chlorine shampoo to remove the stuff after going to the swimming pool, but these shampoos can\u2019t be that effective if you are using chlorinated water to rinse your hair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. For Healthier Plants<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your house plants are drooping and wilting, you may conclude that you don\u2019t have a green thumb. You may also decide that you are not watering the plant too enough or too much. The water your plants are receiving may be the root of the problem, and that is not just regarding the amount of water you use or the frequency of watering. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you use tap water to hydrate your plants, you may be giving your plant minerals such as magnesium, zinc<\/a>, and nitrates, but these aren\u2019t in the form that your plants need to stay healthy. If you want to nourish your plants, the best way is to enrich the soil, not through minerals in tap water. In addition, tap water contains chlorine and other substances that are harmful to plants. Try watering your plants with distilled water and you are likely to see an improvement in the appearance of your plants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Making Better Ice Cubes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ice cubes may seem like a small detail, but if you entertain frequently or simply want to have an enjoyable summer, ice cubes really make the difference. You can make ice cubes out of any kind of water <\/a>or even any type of liquid, but there is no doubt that distilled water makes the highest quality ice cubes. Only cubes made out of pure water are crystal clear and shiny. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to understand what impurities in tap water actually look like, just make a tray of ice cubes out of tap water and a tray of cubes made out of distilled water and let the difference speak for itself. In addition, if you want to make your ice cubes faster, use distilled water because it does not contain minerals and impurities that can slow down the freezing process. Distilled water also doesn\u2019t affect the taste of your beverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Cooking<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you purchase organic vegetables<\/a>, why undermine the purity of the food and waste your hard-earned money by then cooking your organic food in impure water? If you cook food in distilled water, you avoid adding unhealthy materials to your food such as toxins, chlorine, and unhealthy forms of minerals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, you can preserve the color of your fruits and vegetables and even cut cooking time shorter. You may notice that green vegetables and potatoes lose their color during cooking. This isn\u2019t just due to the heat but also happens because of exposure to acids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tap water has high PH levels that can increase the acidic level of foods. Not only is the color affected by acidic water, but the taste is as well. Also, because distilled water is less \u201cheavy\u201d than tap water and has fewer metals, it heats up faster than tap water and cuts down on cooking time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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9. Clean Wounds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Distilled water is for more than just drinking; it has plenty of uses around the home or workshop. Distilled water is clean, containing non-particulate matter or bacteria. It might surprise you to learn that your local health authority sets limits on acceptable amounts of bacteria and other pathogens <\/a>in the water supply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result, using tap water to clean a wound isn’t ideal, especially if you’re washing out your eyes. The potential bacteria in the water might exacerbate an eye infection, or a corneal scratch, causing the onset of infection in your eye. It’s best to avoid using tap water to clean wounds unless you boil and cool it first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rinsing your eye with distilled water ensures that no harmful pathogens enter your eye or retina, disrupting your vision and ocular health. You can use distilled water to clean any wound, and you don’t have to worry about infection. Carry a half-gallon jug of distilled water in your car for emergencies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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10. C-PAP Machines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

People dealing with airway obstructions or sleep apnea rely on C-PAP machines to keep their airways open at night. More than 22-million Americans suffer from the effects of sleep apnea on their health. Sleep apnea<\/a> describes a condition where the affected individual struggles to breathe while they’re asleep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This condition is most common in overweight and obese individuals. The accumulation of fat around the neck causes a collapse of the airways at night. The effects of the condition are especially bad if the person sleeps on their back. As a result, the affected individual might take long breaks between taking breaths. When they do breathe, it erupts as a huge snore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If sleep apnea remains untreated, it can result in severe health complications and even death. To mitigate the effects of the condition, the patient must use a C-PAP machine. The C-PAP machine pushes pressurized air through a face mask, allowing the wearer to breathe while they sleep. The device relies on water to provide humidity to the air. Using tap water is a bad idea due to the high bacterial content. Distilled water offers a medical-grade experience for C-PAP users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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11. Use It in the Iron<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Are you planning on doing the laundry this weekend? Instead of heading to the store for the latest and greatest laundry detergent<\/a>, try something different this week. If you love ironing as much as we do, then you can’t wait to start with this mind-numbing chore. Ironing is a pain, and it’s challenging to get the crease on your shirt or pants perfect every time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In many cases, you’ll end up going over the same area multiple times to form the crease. Going over the same place runs the risk of burning your clothing. However, we have a solution to ironing out this issue. Try using distilled water in your iron the next time you do the laundry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using distilled water eliminates the minerals found in general tap water from the ironing process. Many people notice that they get thin white streaks on dark clothing after using the irons water-spray function. The minerals in the water dry with the iron, leaving these light white streaks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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12. In the Fish Tank<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you’re thinking about getting an aquarium in your living room, you’ll need to start reading up on fish ownership. Owning tropical fish is an expensive hobby, with a single fish costing hundreds of dollars for rare species. Investing this kind of money in your aquarium means you need to give the animals the best living conditions possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many fish tank owners make the mistake of filling their aquariums with tap water. If you choose this route, you’ll need to add a water conditioner to correct the water’s hardness and pH. Ensure they meet the required levels; if you fail to add the water conditioner, it results in death to your fish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using distilled water in your fish tank is a better idea than filling it with tap water. First, it’s easy to adjust the pH or modify it to a saltwater <\/a>tank using distilled water. Second, you don’t get all the trace minerals and heavy metals found in regular tap water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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13. Start Your Garden<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Are you a home gardener? If you have pot plants around your apartment or home, consider watering them with distilled water. Distilled water lacks the minerals and heavy metals found in the public water supply. Therefore, it’s the ideal water to use in your indoor garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The water is also pH neutral, making it suitable for feeding your plants. Using distilled water for your plant feeding, you don’t get any unwanted buildup of minerals and heavy metals in the soil, ensuring optimal health for your plants.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Distilled water is ideal for adding to your spritz bottle for foliar feeding. It’s also the best choice for adding liquid fertilizers to feed your plants. According to research, using distilled water in the germination <\/a>process helps seeds germinate faster. Feeding your seedlings and cutting distilled water improves the success rate, improving the early stages of growth, allowing for bigger and stronger plants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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14. Neti Pots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Anyone who deals with sinus <\/a>issues has come across a neti pot at some stage. These handy devices help to clear and treat your sinus when you get an infection. A neti pot is a small pot filled with distilled water. You squirt the pot into your nose while inhaling to get the advantages of the treatment you add to the distilled water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are various ingredients and natural remedies you can add to the distilled water in your neti pot. Each of the ingredients provides a different effect on the sinus, and you’ll need to research the results of any additives. Similar to the C-PAP machine, you don’t want to be inhaling tap water into your nose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The pathogens in the tap water might cause a weakening of your immune system, causing a further progression of your illness. Filling your neti pot with distilled water ensures you get therapeutic treatment, not an advancement of the problem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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15. Humidors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you consider yourself a cigar aficionado, then you probably have a humidor. Humidors work by taking small amounts of water and adding them to the atmosphere inside a closed space. You can’t leave cigars <\/a>out at room temperature, or they dry out and go stale. Smoking a stale cigar is not an enjoyable experience, so you need to keep it fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A humidor is a specialized storage box for cigars. They come in a variety of designs from various manufacturers. Some humidors cost a few bucks, while others retail for thousands of dollars. However, all humidors work on the same process of humidifying the air to between 60% to 72% relative humidity. Cigars remain fresh in these conditions and keep their flavor.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recommend adding distilled water to your humidor and never using tap water. The trace minerals and heavy metals get into the cigar, ruining the flavor and the smoking experience. Distilled water is pure, and it won’t affect the taste or smell of tobacco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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