The Best Water to Use for Baby's Formula
While it’s common that natural parents lean toward breastfeeding rather than formula feeding, there are times when we depend on formula or are unable to breastfeed. A recent article and comments from some moms have prompted me to write this article. First, let me reference the news release, which stated that infants should not drink formula made with “nursery water” because of its fluoride content. This might sound odd to some, since the whole reason nursery water was produced was to protect the developing teeth of infants, in the hopes of preventing childhood caries. You can learn more about the dangers of fluoride and why it should not be ingested internally EVER.
Fluoride is found naturally in water (and tea) and is also added to water in some municipalities. About 60% of water suppliers still fluoridate the water, so if you’re not sure you need to check your local supplier. (More communities are fighting to have it removed every day.)
While some parents believe (and some doctors will tell you) that boiled tap water is perfectly safe for infant formula and toddler’s drinks, it is definitely not. Boiling water removes NO contaminants and all it will do is kill any pathogens in the water. Essentially you are feeding your baby dead pathogens, and other contaminants found in tap water such as fluoride, chlorine by-products, arsenic, lead, pesticides, nitrates, and many other things that the EPA doesn’t even test our water for.
While many people depend on filtered or bottled water, these offer a false sense of security. Filters do not purify the water and things can actually grow IN the filter, passing through to your “filtered” water. Bottled water, largely unregulated, can actually be local tap water. There is no way to know what’s in it without testing every bottle you open, and it’s also expensive! The purest possible water comes from a home water distiller. Not only is fluoride removed, but almost 100% of impurities are removed from distilled water, from every batch you distill. While the word “distiller” might conjure up visions of tubes, massive boiling tanks and illegal substances, a water distiller is simply a kitchen appliance which sits on your kitchen counter and boils your water. The steam is collected in a container, providing pure, clean, distilled water.
Fluoride is found naturally in water (and tea) and is also added to water in some municipalities. About 60% of water suppliers still fluoridate the water, so if you’re not sure you need to check your local supplier. (More communities are fighting to have it removed every day.)
While some parents believe (and some doctors will tell you) that boiled tap water is perfectly safe for infant formula and toddler’s drinks, it is definitely not. Boiling water removes NO contaminants and all it will do is kill any pathogens in the water. Essentially you are feeding your baby dead pathogens, and other contaminants found in tap water such as fluoride, chlorine by-products, arsenic, lead, pesticides, nitrates, and many other things that the EPA doesn’t even test our water for.
While many people depend on filtered or bottled water, these offer a false sense of security. Filters do not purify the water and things can actually grow IN the filter, passing through to your “filtered” water. Bottled water, largely unregulated, can actually be local tap water. There is no way to know what’s in it without testing every bottle you open, and it’s also expensive! The purest possible water comes from a home water distiller. Not only is fluoride removed, but almost 100% of impurities are removed from distilled water, from every batch you distill. While the word “distiller” might conjure up visions of tubes, massive boiling tanks and illegal substances, a water distiller is simply a kitchen appliance which sits on your kitchen counter and boils your water. The steam is collected in a container, providing pure, clean, distilled water.
Home distilled water is not only the best water for your baby’s formula, it is also the only water you should provide for your toddler, older children, and adults as well. It seems that many parents feel that if it doesn’t kill you on the spot, it must be safe for you. That could not be further from the truth! It is imperative that we do our jobs as parents and protect our children from harmful food, drinks, and air whenever possible. Using fresh, home distilled water for your baby’s formula is the best way to provide that safety in your baby’s bottle!
2 Comments:
Evie - how scary - but where do we buy such a distiller? I have never heard or scene one?
We use a Waterwise distiller and have been very happy with it. They are an exceptional company with the best customer service. You can purchase a distiller at http://www.eves-best.com/water-distillers.htm . Our children call it "the good water." LOL
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