Drinking “raw water,” or untreated water from natural sources, is trending, ... 10 Signs of a Ministroke That You Really Shouldn’t Ignore—Especially as a Woman.

People who champion raw water claim it has health benefits, such as essential minerals and beneficial bacteria called probiotics, that are stripped from tap water. Let's unpack each of these claims.

The Environmental Protection Agency routinely screens for nearly 100 contaminants to ensure tap water is safe. In contrast, raw water remains untested, unregulated and untreated, leaving its ...

Raw water is unfiltered, untreated water directly from natural springs. Water purists swear by the benefits, but docs say it can be harmful. There are so many reasons not to drink "raw water".

Trendy “raw water” source under bird’s nest sparks diarrheal outbreak ... 13 more cases occurred, despite signs posted around the box indicating that the water wasn't safe to drink.

Untreated water enthusiasts swear by natural springs. Their movement has parallels with raw milk drinkers and vaccine skeptics. Red Rock Spring draws residents from across the San Francisco Bay ...