Many of us reach for bottled water without giving it much of a thought. The total annual U.S. bottled water consumption was 11.7 billion gallons in 2015, according to the International Bottled Water Association. Bottles of water are often what's available. There’s no doubt that it is a convenient choice. But is bottled water safe?

Although it seems easy to conclude that bottled water would be treated with a water filter system, it may not be the healthiest choice. Drinking bottled water also places a drain on the environment to boot. Judge the pros and cons of bottled water versus other choices.

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Despite the modern standards of safety and cleanliness that we enjoy in many aspects of the world today, there is no guarantee the water from your tap is safe or healthy. Drinking tap water can expose you to harmful contaminants like perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs), lead, bacteria, viruses and more.

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When it’s hot outside, you probably rely on having a cool refuge indoors. To maximize comfort, you’ll need air conditioning. Installing central air conditioning can be an effective solution — but also an expensive and disruptive project. Fortunately, there’s an alternative to central air and window units. A small portable air conditioner can be an effective option when you need a simple cooling solution that keeps costs down and don’t want or can’t install a window unit.

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