Is Arrowhead Water Bad For You?
Short answer
Arrowhead Mountain Spring water is an excellent source of bottled water with a long history of serving North Americans.
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Very healthy and numerous health benefits. A few harmful qualities may be associated, but only under certain circumstances such as an allergic reaction.
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Category 'A'
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Side effects are rare. Things rated an 'A+' are typically necessary for survival (for example, water).
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. A few harmful qualities may be associated, but only under certain circumstances such as an allergic reaction.
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Harmful qualities may be associated, but aren't usually serious.
It is important to note that even the best things in life can become bad in immoderate amounts. So, although something may be rated an 'A+', overconsumption/overdoing can bring unwanted effects.
Category 'B'
Very beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B+' may have a few harmful qualities to pay attention to.
Overall beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B' may have some harmful qualities to pay attention to.
More beneficial to your health than not. However, harmful qualities are most likely associated and shouldn't be overlooked.
The main difference between category 'A' and category 'B' is the harmful qualities typically present in 'B' items. Serious side effects are usually uncommon, but are still possible and should be taken note of.
Category 'C'
Both beneficial and harmful qualities associated. Things rated a 'C+' are typically a bit more on the beneficial side. Still, moderation is important.
A fairly even ratio of beneficial and harmful qualities. Moderation is important. Very general topics that can lean towards both sides of the spectrum will be placed here as well. Rice, for example, can be good or bad depending on the type.
More harmful than beneficial. Side effects are common, especially when consumed/done excessively. Moderation is very important.
Category 'C' usually denotes to both good and bad qualities. When it comes to this category, it is important to keep this word in mind: moderation.
Category 'D'
Harmful to your health. Although benefits may be associated, the bad most likely outweighs the good. Moderation is very important.
Harmful to your health. A few benefits may be associated, but the bad outweighs the good. Moderation is extremely important.
Harmful to your health. Very few, if any, benefits are present. Things in this category should be avoided as much as possible.
Category 'D' is typically for things that are more harmful than beneficial. While consuming/doing something unhealthy once in a blue moon shouldn't hurt, we definitely recommend eliminating 'D' items as a regular part of your routine/diet.
Category 'F'
Category 'F' is for things that fail to bring anything beneficial to the table, and are very harmful to your health. We recommend completely avoiding anything in this category. Long-term side effects of 'F' items are usually very serious.
Category 'N'
'N' stands for neutral. Things placed into this category are generally (a) neither good nor bad for you, or (b) lack the necessary evidence to reach any conclusions.
Long answer
Arrowhead Mountain Spring Water originates from numerous mountain springs that occur naturally in California, Colorado, and Canada. The name, Arrowhead, came from a natural rock formation shaped like a giant arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains. According to Native American lore, the pointed shape formation was burned into the mountain by an arrow that fell from heaven. The unusual formation pointed directly to the healing hot springs. The original source of Arrowhead water is the adjacent springs and streams.
The Arrowhead Springs Company dates back to 1909 when it was formed and the sale of water began in Southern California. Originally, the water was transported by rail in glass-lined cars. In 1929, Arrowhead merged with another water producer, Puritas. Arrowhead joined with Nestle brands in 1987.
The first recorded documentation of Arrowhead springs was found in the records of the Mission San Gabriel Arcangel priests, dating back to 1820. The Arrowhead waters became known for their curative powers in the 1880s when water from the springs was used in the treatment of patients who had tuberculosis and other ailments. By the early 1900s, the hot springs had become a popular tourist and vacation resort.
The springs used to obtain Arrowhead water are selected based on availability, natural composition, taste, and freedom from contamination. Geologists continually monitor the springs for quality. The water is collected using the most up-to-date equipment to ensure freshness and preserve its natural composition while ensuring it remains free from contamination.
After collection, the water is subject to a 2-stage micro-filtration process, then disinfected with an ultraviolet light and ozone process. There are no additives to Arrowhead water, but it contains the naturally occurring minerals calcium, potassium, magnesium, fluoride, and sodium. The filtration methods used by Arrowhead and most bottled water companies, particularly those in which ozone is added, have been shown to create purified water with a pH level slightly below neutral – more acidic than currently recommended. The pH of Arrowhead water is 6.83.
Arrowhead water is bottled in bottles made from PET #1 plastic and is BPA-free.
Benefits
- thorough filtration
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uses only high-quality streams, free of contamination
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geologist monitored
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bpa-free
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long history of quality
Our Wellness Pick
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Essentia Alkaline Water
- 99.9% pure water
- Rich in electrolytes
- pH 9.5 or higher
- Smooth taste
- Hydration enhancing
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Written by DeeAnne Oldham
Published on: 03-03-2016
Last updated: 12-01-2023
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