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Vichy Catalan Sparkling Mineral Water

Vichy Catalan Sparkling Mineral Water

47/100

Lab Tested
Yes
Harmful Ingredients
9
Nutrients
6
Microplastics
Minimal

Description

Vichy Catalan Sparkling Mineral Water is a naturally carbonated mineral water that is rich in minerals such as calcium and magnesium. It provides hydration and may support digestive health, though excessive consumption can lead to increased sodium intake or digestive discomfort.

Contaminants

  • Gross Beta

    11 pCi/L

    Internal tissue damage, increased cancer risk, and potential harm to the thyroid.

  • Radium 228

    2 pCi / L

    Can cause significant damage to internal tissues and increases the risk of bone cancer, as radium can replace calcium in bones.

  • Aluminum

    0.05 mg/L

    Neurological impacts such as cognitive impairment and an increased risk of developing conditions like Alzheimer's disease

  • Barium

    0.033 mg/L

    Can lead to increased blood pressure, heart and nervous system problems, and long-term exposure may cause severe health effects like kidney damage and impacts on other organs.

  • Bromide

    2800 mg/day

    At very high doses, bromide can cause neurological effects

  • Chromium

    0.005 mg/L

    Potential toxicity at high doses, possible kidney or liver damage with excessive supplementation, limited evidence for benefits in healthy individuals

  • Nitrate

    0.04 mg/L

    High levels of nitrate in drinking water can cause methemoglobinemia, or "blue baby syndrome," in infants, a condition that reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen . Long-term exposure to elevated nitrate levels has been associated with an increased risk of certain cancers, thyroid dysfunction, and potential reproductive issues .​

  • Sulfate

    39 mg/L

    Can cause diarrhea, especially in infants and unaccustomed individuals, pose risks to susceptible populations, and are subject to ongoing regulatory evaluation due to potential health effects.

  • Thallium

    0.0003 mg/L

    Highly toxic, neurotoxicity, gastrointestinal distress, hair loss, renal failure, potential carcinogen

Ingredients & Minerals

  • Calcium

    14 mg/L

    Supports bone health, essential for muscle function, vital for nerve transmission, important for cardiovascular health

  • Chloride

    590 mg/L

    Essential electrolyte, supports fluid balance, supports nervous system function, supports muscle function

  • Magnesium

    7.7 mg/L

    Supports energy metabolism, improves muscle and nerve function, promotes bone health, helps regulate blood pressure, may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes, supports cardiovascular health

  • Potassium

    53 mg/L

    Supports cardiovascular health, helps regulate blood pressure, essential for nerve and muscle function, reduces risk of stroke

  • Selenium

    0.005 mg/L

    Supports antioxidant defense, thyroid hormone metabolism, immune system function, may reduce risk of certain cancers

  • Sodium

    1000 mg/L

    Essential electrolyte, supports nerve function, maintains fluid balance