Patient's question:
We rent a house and use well water, but the well water has a foul smell and is quite stinky. Can we use it to wash dishes and cook? Because all our children are here, we are afraid that eating it might be bad for their health.Doctor's answer:
If well water has bacteria or excessive heavy metals, it's not ideal. Using purified water is perfectly fine, as the minerals you need can be obtained from your regular diet. Don't worry about purified water lacking minerals—well water can also be used to water plants. Well water is just water, as long as it's not contaminated, it can be used to water plants, for washing, showering, and boiling. When boiled, it may produce white substances like calcium carbonate, which must be filtered out before drinking. It's harmless to the body.It's recommended to regularly clean your water bottle. You can add vinegar to boiling water to help remove mineral deposits.