Types of mineral water to suit every taste
The various Types of Mineral Water Natural mineral waters are classified based on the predominant amount of one of the main mineral salts. There are 10 defined types, each with specific health benefits for the body. Bicarbonate waters, with a bicarbonate content exceeding 600 mg/l, have anti-inflammatory, digestive, and antispasmodic properties.
Sulfate-rich waters, with sulfate levels exceeding 200 mg/l—which have mild laxative and anti-inflammatory properties—are recommended for disorders of the digestive system and the biliary tract. Chloride-rich waters, with chloride levels of 201 mg/l or higher, increase peristalsis and intestinal secretions, while calcium-rich waters (calcium levels exceeding 150 mg/l) are beneficial during pregnancy and childhood growth, as well as in the prevention of osteoporosis and hypertension.
A magnesium content exceeding 50 mg/l classifies the water as “magnesium-rich,” which is beneficial for combating stress and constipation, and a fluoride level of 1 mg/l (fluoridated types) helps prevent tooth decay and bone demineralization. With regard to the sodium content, levels below 20 mg/l include the types listed in the diet hyposodic. Rounding out the list of different types of still water are iron-rich waters (containing bivalent iron) and slightly acidic waters (with free carbon dioxide exceeding 250 mg/l), which are suitable for treating anemia and gastrointestinal disorders, respectively.
