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Health Effects of Iron in Drinking Water

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Karen S. Garvin

Pure water has no taste, but water is a natural solvent. Most minerals from groundwater, including iron, will be absorbed by water. Large amounts of iron in drinking water can give it an unpleasant metallic taste.