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Hi goodevening! for my baby's drinking water, can i use mineral water instead of distilled water? thank you in advance and godbless.

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Dr. David Krulak answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not recommended: Mineral water may contain levels of sodium or other chemicals that are difficult for young kidneys to deal with. By 2 years of age, this is likely no longer a concern. Distilled does not have any of those problems, but remember that the child requires fluoride supplementation.

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Answered 8/21/2015

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