Alright, let’s gab about this distilled water thing, you know, the kind they say is super clean. Can this stuff go bad? Well, that’s what we’re here to figure out, ain’t it?
Now, I ain’t no scientist, but I heard some things. They say this here distilled water, it ain’t got no minerals or nothin’ in it, just plain water. That’s why folks use it in their irons and stuff, so things don’t get all gunked up. But can it go bad? That’s the million-dollar question, ain’t it?
They say, and by “they” I mean those smart folks on the TV and the internet, that distilled water don’t really spoil like milk or somethin’. But, it can still get kinda funky, you know? Like, maybe it sits around for too long and stuff starts growin’ in it. Yeah, little critters you can’t even see, they call ‘em “oligotrophs,” or somethin’ like that. Sounds fancy, but it just means tiny bugs.
- These little buggers, they can be all sorts of things. I heard tell of names like “Pseudomonas” and “Caulobacter” and a whole bunch of other tongue twisters. Sounds like a foreign language to me, but the point is, they can get in your water if it sits around for too long.
- And it ain’t just bugs neither. Sometimes, the plastic bottle or whatever it’s in, that can start breakin’ down and gettin’ stuff in the water. Chemicals and such. That don’t sound too good, does it?
Now, if you find a bottle of distilled water that’s been sittin’ in the cupboard for, say, a year or two, it might still be okay. They say it’s best to use it within one to two years for the best quality. But if it’s been there since the Lord knows when, well, I wouldn’t risk it. Water’s cheap, you can always get more. Why take the chance of drinkin’ somethin’ that might make your tummy rumble, or worse?
And here’s somethin’ else to think about. I heard that drinkin’ too much of this distilled water, even if it ain’t bad, it ain’t so good for you neither. Seems like our bodies need them minerals, the stuff they take out of the water when they distill it. Without them minerals, you might get tired, your muscles might cramp up, and you might even have heart trouble down the line. That’s what I heard, anyway.
So, what’s the bottom line? Well, distilled water ain’t gonna go bad like a rotten tomato, but it ain’t gonna last forever neither. If it’s been sittin’ around for a long time, best to toss it and get some fresh stuff. And don’t go drinkin’ nothin’ but distilled water, your body needs them minerals. A little bit here and there for your iron or somethin’ is fine, but don’t make it your everyday drinkin’ water. That’s just common sense, ain’t it?
Remember, I’m just tellin’ you what I heard and what seems to make sense. If you’re really worried about it, go talk to a doctor or someone who knows about this stuff. Don’t just take my word for it. But from what I gather, keep your distilled water fresh, use it for what it’s meant for, and don’t go drinkin’ nothin’ but the stuff. That’s the best way to stay safe and healthy.
And one more thing, always check the bottle. Sometimes they put a date on it, like them milk cartons. If the date’s gone by, well, maybe it’s time to get a new one. Better safe than sorry, I always say.
So there you have it, my two cents on distilled water. It ain’t rocket science, just plain old common sense. Keep it clean, keep it fresh, and don’t overdo it. That’s all there is to it.
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