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Why we should not drink water in steel glass?

Another study also found that stainless steel bottles or glasses can leach iron, chromium, nickel and other minerals into alkaline and acidic beverages due to the chemical composition of the metals and the beverages stored in them. These minerals can harm the body and cause toxicity.

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Key Highlights Water plays a very important role in our body functions Storing and drinking water from bottles and tumblers made of specific materials may be unhealthy Should you store and drink water from steel or glass tumblers?

New Delhi: Water is an important part of our lives. About 70% of our body is made up of water and it needs water for performing all basic functions of life. Water also plays a very important role in keeping us healthy. Hydration is important for weight loss, healthy skin and a healthy heart among other functions. People, however, believe that there are certain ways one must drink water. Popular notion says you must not drink water while standing, while others believe it is beneficial. Some say you must not drink water from a bottle directly and must pour it into a glass and drink, while some also specify the material the glass should be made of. If you would have noticed, elderly people in the house often drink water in silver or brass glasses, while many also prefer drinking water in steel glasses and not tumblers made of glass. Is there a health-related reason behind it? Let's find out. The pros and cons of using a steel bottle or tumbler to drink water One major reason that the world is making a shift from plastic bottles to glass or metal bottles is the presence of BPA in plastic bottles. BPA or bisphenol A harms the body's reproductive system particularly, as it is an estrogen-mimicking pollutant. However, the ones moving to steel bottles may want to reconsider their decision. A research conducted in 2011 showed that even metal bottles can have BPA content in them, and some may leach even more BPA than plastic bottles. The study found that while the BPA does not come from the metal, but from an epoxy-resin lining that is included in many steel bottles or glasses. Another study also found that stainless steel bottles or glasses can leach iron, chromium, nickel and other minerals into alkaline and acidic beverages due to the chemical composition of the metals and the beverages stored in them. These minerals can harm the body and cause toxicity. Poor quality steel bottles may also rust over time, and contaminate the water stored in them. Steel bottles, however, definitely have some pros as there must be some reason people have used them for ages as their first choice for utensils at home. Steel bottles do not retain flavours, which makes them a great choice for storing beverages. They also have an edge over plastic or glass bottles as they help to keep your beverage hot or cool for a longer period of time.

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Pros and cons of using glass-made tumblers and bottles

Glass bottles, however, may also not be as safe as people think they are. Glass always poses the risk of injury if it breaks, especially among kids. Glass bottles are also heavier, and not as portable. Keeping inconvenience aside, glass bottles may be a healthier choice for storing and drinking water, to ensure better health. Glass bottles do solve many problems that arise in the use of steel and plastic bottles. Glass bottles, unlike some metal and all plastic bottles, do not contain BPA, which is a very important factor when it comes to reproductive health of humans. Glass bottles are also made of natural materials like sand, which ensures that they do not degrade over time (while steel bottles can rust). No study suggests that glass bottles leach chemicals into the water, which is a possibility with the use of steel bottles.

The bottom line – Glass or steel?

Contrary to the popular belief, glass tumblers and bottles may be a better choice to store water in. While it may require you to be a little more careful, as glass bottles and tumblers can fall and break easily, they seem to be a better option when it comes to your health in the long run. Other metals like brass and copper may in fact be better for use as compared to steel because they are known to contain some anti-microbial properties which can prevent infections and diseases. They also help to keep the liquids stored in them, hot or cold for longer.

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