Filipino foodies know that taste is king in pinoy cuisine. From the savory richness of adobo to the tangy warmth of sinigang, our Filipino taste buds are very receptive to exciting and dynamic flavors. But did you know that even water can have different tastes, and depending on its mineral content, your water can taste cleaner and more refreshing?

Food Influencer Mary Carino, known for spotlighting local spots around the Metro for her followers, has recently put out a video of her encouraging her viewers to try mineral water, showing the minerals contained per serving. Filled with calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium, she chooses Le Minerale as her mineral water of choice for her frequent food trips.

Carino also says Le Minerale feels more refreshing and has a slightly different taste to other types of water, but why is that the case? According to Eating Well, mineral water usually comes from an underground source, with Le Minerale sourcing their water from selected mountain areas. The water passing through several layers of rock for thousands of years is what leads to the slight difference in flavor, which can turn out differently depending on the mineral content of the water.

But what do these minerals actually do? Le Minerale contains calcium, which according to VinMec, promotes bone health, leading to stronger and sturdier bones in the long run. Magnesium is responsible for preventing constipation and promoting heart health. According to Healthline, potassium aids in the regulation of muscle and heart contractions.

Thanks to mineral water and its magnesium content, it also helps retain hydration, making it more effective at preventing dehydration over purified and distilled water. Dehydration can lead to dizziness, frequent headaches, dry skin and lips, and extreme thirst, so keeping hydrated with the right amount of water is essential to keeping your body well and healthy.

Next time you drink a bottle of mineral water and notice that hint of sweetness, it’s a sign you’re savoring essential minerals that boost hydration—perfect for fueling your next food adventure! If you want to know more about mineral water and its contents, visit LeMineralePH, Signs You May Need to Drink More Water, and Health Benefits of Mineral Water.