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Another pervasive concern is microplastics, which are found in nearly 90% of plastic water bottles worldwide. These tiny particles can leach into the water during transportation, storage, or exposure to heat and sunlight, and they tend to bioaccumulate in our bodies faster than our detox organs can eliminate them. This buildup can interfere with hormonal health, metabolism, and weight management.
Currently, the FDA lacks enforceable limits for PFAS in bottled water, leaving oversight minimal and consumers largely in the dark about what they are drinking.
The Seven Bottled Water Brands to Avoid
Based on public testing and water quality data, here are seven popular bottled water brands that carry red flags: