Demineralized Water Consumption: Unravelling Current Trends and Health Effects

Water is an essential component for all living organisms including human beings. It supports various physiological and metabolic processes to sustain life. However, water rich in minerals plays a crucial role in maintaining human well-being. There are dozens of minerals that are considered to be significant for life. This article aims to focus on the biological importance of essential minerals present in drinking water and the health implications of demineralized water. The consumption of demineralized water causes health effects which requires the establishment of stringent drinking water quality criteria to ensure the presence of the right proportion of minerals necessary for maintaining good health.