You know that annoying white crust on your kettle? That’s calcium carbonate, which is basically the same stuff as limestone. You could theoretically build a tiny castle with it. But here’s the kicker: hard water is actually good for your bones—as long as you’re drinking it. That extra calcium and magnesium are a free dietary bonus, assuming you don’t have a kidney stone issue. Long Island’s water is basically a multivitamin that tastes like Long Island.
And get this—research from the World Health Organization suggests that drinking moderately hard water may reduce the risk of heart disease. No, you can’t replace your cardio with a glass of tap water, but it’s a nice excuse to gloat at your friends who buy fancy bottled water. “Oh, you’re drinking melted snow? I drink ancient aquifer sweat, thank you very much.”
Long Island Water-Quality Assessment Shows Cause for Concern - SBU News
