The latest and greatest trends affect every part of our lives, from the clothes we wear to the gadgets we use. The food and drink industry is equally as trend-driven – we recently covered the most popular healthy eating plans of 2019.

Even drinking water has been given a makeover in recent years. 2019 is another year of creative drinking water movements, so what top trends should you be following right now? Read on to discover the top drinking water trends of 2019…

Raw

Originating from Silicon Valley, the new raw water trend is surprisingly as far away from technology as it can get. Raw or unprocessed water is essentially untreated spring water.

According to raw water enthusiasts, the unprocessed element means that the resulting drink is free from the chemicals that are added to water during the treatment process and as it moves through various pipework before finally reaching our taps.

Raw or unprocessed water is thought to be rich in many beneficial nutrients, which are removed by treatment and filtration. But, as Dr Axe explains, all these benefits come with many more risks:

“Because it’s not filtered or treated in any way, raw water can contain contaminants that may be harmful to health. Certain strains of bacteria and toxins that could be found in freshwater can cause illnesses like cholera, dysentery and typhoid. These waterborne illnesses can be dangerous and even fatal if left untreated.”

Electrolyte

Electrolyte enhanced water is another trend that has become popular in recent years. This water type contains electrically charged minerals or electrolytes, all of which are commonly found in the body. Sodium, potassium, chloride, phosphate, calcium, magnesium, and bicarbonate are all electrolytes, and electrolyte-enhanced water is thought to boost levels in the body to unlock various health benefits.

Electrolyte water has the power to replenish the fluid and minerals that are lost through sweating. Electrolyte water is commonly used by gym-goers and sportspeople for this very reason.

Electrolyte water is proven to be beneficial in hot weather, restoring fluids that have been lost through sweating. It can also be drunk when experiencing or recovering from illness, and actively rehydrates the body following vomiting, diarrhoea, and other dehydrating symptoms. You don’t have to purchase electrolyte-enhanced water, you can make your own with this recipe from Healthline.

Halal

Many stores are now selling Halal certified water, but can water really be halal? Halal water is touted as having a high level of purity. Water of this description is collected from the best-recognised spring water sources and naturally filtered by rocks. This process is said to ensure all impurities that are haram, i.e. forbidden by Islamic law, are successfully removed.

Oxygen concentrated

Whilst water is already made from a mixture of hydrogen and oxygen, water with additional oxygen is becoming a huge trend.

Oxygen concentrated water is thought to unlock numerous health benefits, however, none are backed with scientific evidence. Drinkers of oxygen concentrated water report feeling more hydrated, healthy and energised.

Why good old filtered water still reigns supreme

Trends may come and go but good old filtered water is still the best thing you can drink to stay healthy and hydrated. With filtering, you can enjoy the best version of water. Free from impurities and odours, filtered drinking water is also great tasting.

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