Bottled water has become a multibillion-dollar industry in the United States, with many consumers believing it’s cleaner and healthier than regular tap water. However, recent research reveals that nearly 64% of bottled water in the U.S. actually comes from municipal water supplies — the very same sources that deliver water to households. While some brands use additional purification methods like reverse osmosis or distillation, others make only minimal changes before selling it at a much higher price.
