Chloride

Chloride (Cl) tastes salty and a bit bitter.

Chloride, along with other minerals, affects the osmotic pressure in the cells and the balance of the body's acid-alkaline balance.

Combined with hydrogen, it forms the hydrochloric acid in the stomach and thus promotes digestion.

If the body lacks chloride, symptoms include stomach acid disorder, diarrhea. Chloride as an ingredient in gastric juice ensures the balance of acids and alkalis.

Chloride deficiency can be manifested in muscle spasms or heart dysfunction.

Food that contains this element the most.

Iron

Iron’s (Fe) primary role in the body is with regard to the formation of hemoglobin, which guarantees circulation of the blood and oxygenation to various organ systems.

Without iron, anemia sets in, this is manifested in muscle weakness, fatigue, gastrointestinal disorders, and cognitive malfunction.

Apart from that, it is a key element for ensuring proper body metabolism, muscle activity, brain function, and the regulation of body temperature.

Further, it also aids in boosting immunity and giving relief from insomnia and restless leg syndrome.

Food that contains this element the most.

Sodium

Sodium (Na) has a salty taste.

Combined with chloride and potassium sodium regulates fluid balance in the body, it is necessary for nerve and muscle activity, for the activation of enzymes.

Most often sodium is taken with salt-containing products.

Every day you need 3000 mg of sodium and 3000 mg of chloride. Athletes need more sodium.

Sodium deficiency can cause weakness and seizures, even up to the circulatory collapse, especially in sports.

Caution: Sodium is not the same as cooking salt.

If there is a lot of physical activity, the amount of sodium needed per day may increase.

We often hear alerts on sodium overdoses, usually associated with salt in the diet. The cooking salt is a chemical compound - sodium chloride.

Mineral waters typically contain sodium in the form of sodium bicarbonate and only very small amounts such as sodium chloride.

If you are considering a low salt diet, use mineral water with low sodium content.

Food that contains this element the most.

Amonium

Ammonia is not of direct importance for health in the concentrations to be expected in drinking water.

Generally, the concentration of ammonium ions in drinking water is significantly lower than those that could have a toxic effect on the human body.

Studies show toxic effects at ammonium levels above 200 mg/kg body weight. Natural levels in groundwaters are usually below 0.2 mg of ammonia per liter. Higher natural contents (up to 3 mg/l) are found in strata rich in humic substances or iron or in forests. Surface waters may contain up to 12 mg/l.

Ammonium is a natural component of many foods. Minor amounts of ammonium compounds (<0.001–3.2%) are also added to foods as acid regulators, stabilizers, flavoring substances, and fermentation aids.

The estimated daily ammonia intake through food is 18 mg, by inhalation less than 1 mg.

Source:http://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/dwq/ammonia.pdf

Nitrat

Nitrate (NO3). The presence of nitrates indicates water pollution.

Nitrates in water may also be of natural origin, without chemical pollution of water. Geologists have observed that naturally, nitrate levels can be up to 15mg / l.

A small amount of nitrates is found even in waters where they should not seem to be. For example, in glacial waters, where hundreds of kilometers of economic activity do not occur.

We ingest nitrates with food or drinking water. They are harmless to adults without intestinal problems if the limit values are not exceeded.

Compared to tap water, mineral waters are mostly low in nitrate. Mineral waters are more protected from environmental effects, such as fertilizers and other chemicals, as sources are usually deep underground and are regularly tested.

The nitrate limits are:

• 0-1 mg / l - superior,
• 1-4 mg / l - very good,
• 4-7 mg / l - well,
• 7-10 mg / l - acceptable,
• 10-50 mg / l - within the normal range.

But if NO3 and NO2 pollution is not indicated on the bottle, it does not mean that it is not there.

Sulfate

Sulfate (SO4) has a slightly salty and bitter taste.

Sulfate plays an important role in the fat metabolism and liver detoxification process. It helps to improve digestion, stimulates intestinal and biliary function.

High sulfate mineral waters can stimulate digestion. It acts as a lightweight laxative but does not addict. Those who regularly use sulfate-containing mineral water naturally stimulate intestinal activity and prevent the onset of constipation.

When used with magnesium and calcium, the effect of sulfate can be increased.