The video discusses natural source waters and why people might be discouraged from choosing them as the healthy option because of conflicting messages.
Natural source waters come from underground sources that are free from pollution and they are safe to drink at source without chemical treatment. Members of the NSWA help protect 350,000 acres of land that has natural water sources.
The Natural Hydration Council has announced its name change to The Natural Source Waters Association (NSWA) and it will continue to provide representation for its members in key areas such as health and the environment.
The NSWA members include Highland Spring, Nestle Waters, Danone Waters, Shepley Spring, Montgomery Waters, Brecon Carreg and Wenlock Spring (all natural mineral and spring water producers).
Water is the healthiest way to stays hydrated, according to the NSWA. Water accounts for 60% of the human body and 75% of an infant body so it is important to stay hydrated. Research has found that 73% of our brain is water so without sufficient hydration it could affect how people's brains functions.
Johanna Hignett, registered nutritionist and member if British Dietetic Association, said: “Water is the healthiest of choice drink on the shelf. A lot of People do choose sweet beverages and if they could just swap at least one of those a day for a water drink, whether it’s a bottle or a glass of water, that could make substantial change to the total intake of nutrients and calories.
“I think it’s down to all of to think about hydration and to set an example to ourselves to have a bottle of water on our desk.”
The NSWA will continue to bring the sector together, along with government, experts and other partners to explore ways to eliminate packaging waste to methods to protect the environment.