Why you should not drink distilled water?
Matthew Alvarez
Published Apr 22, 2026
Since distilled water doesn't contain its own minerals, it has a tendency to pull them from whatever it touches to maintain a balance. So when you drink distilled water, it may pull small amounts of minerals from your body, including from your teeth.
What are the dangers of drinking distilled water?
What are the risks of drinking distilled water?
- a flat taste that many people find unappealing, leading to reduced water consumption.
- a decrease in the body's metabolic function.
- an increase in urine output that could result in electrolyte imbalance.