Sometimes it is easier – but should you drink water from the bathroom?
The body needs water…and the lack of water can causes issues. Â The right drinking water nourishes the body, but most don’t get what they need. While generally people don’t drink enough plan water, men tend to drink more water than women. Because it is easier, some people refill their glass/bottle at the easiest tap, but should you drink water from the bathroom sink? Drinking water regularly from the bathroom tap may seem like a convenient option, but it poses several health risks and hygiene concerns make it a bit sketchy.
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Bathrooms are often less hygienic than kitchens. Even if the water coming from the tap is treated and safe to drink, the surfaces around the sink are frequently touched by dirty hands. Items such as toothbrushes, soap dishes, and towels can also contribute to the spread of germs. When people wash their hands or flush toilets, splashes can contaminate the sink area, increasing the risk of ingesting harmful bacteria when drinking from the tap
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Kitchen taps are typically cleaner and may offer better filtration options. If you are concerned about water quality, consider using a water filter that has been certified to remove contaminants.
Water is the key to life, the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined an adequate daily fluid intake is about 15.5 cups (a little under a gallon) of fluids a day for men and 11.5 cups (.7 gallons) of fluids a day for women.
