Is San Pellegrino Healthy? [Sparking Water Vs Perrier]

I’ve been digging into different kinds of sparkling water on the market and wondered whether San Pellegrino water from Nestle would be a healthy choice.

I found some interesting results.

That said, San Pellegrino has no other nutrients to speak of.

And this appears to be the case with other soda waters as well.

But do the benefits of San Pellegrino apply to other soda waters? Read on to discover the answers to these questions and more.

What is Pellegrino?

Pellegrino is a brand of mineral water that has been enjoyed by people around the world for over a century. The water is sourced from the natural springs in the town of San Pellegrino Terme in the Lombardy region of Italy. It is known for its unique taste and its effervescence, which comes from the naturally occurring carbonation in the water.

Pellegrino is considered to be one of the finest mineral waters in the world, thanks to its exceptional purity and mineral content. The water is rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and bicarbonate, which are known to have numerous health benefits. For example, calcium is important for strong bones and teeth, while magnesium helps to regulate blood pressure and support a healthy immune system.

In addition to its natural mineral content, Pellegrino is also a popular ingredient in cocktails and other mixed drinks. The bubbles in the water can add a refreshing fizz to drinks, while the natural mineral flavor can help to enhance the flavors of other ingredients.

Pellegrino is available in a variety of sizes, from small bottles to large 1-liter bottles. It can be found in many grocery stores and supermarkets around the world, and is often served in restaurants and cafes as well. Overall, Pellegrino is a beloved brand of mineral water that has earned its reputation for quality and taste over many decades.

Is San Pellegrino high in sugar?

 

 As you may be aware, more calories in your diet mean that you can put on weight.

So, the fact that standard San Pellegrino has no calories means you can drink as much as you want of it without risking putting on weight.

San Pellegrino is a type of sparkling water, which is also called soda water, carbonated water, seltzer water, club soda, and mineral-content water.

These are all names for the same thing. These kinds of drinks are made of carbonated water.

This is done by adding CO₂ gas to the plain water.

You may have noticed that soda water tastes slightly bitter and sour compared to regular tap water and natural mineral water.

This is because adding CO₂ to water produces some carbonic acid.

Which is an acid that is similar in strength to the acid found in lemons and limes.

The chemical formula is H₂O (Water) + CO₂ (carbon dioxide Gas) = H₂CO₃ (Carbonic Acid) and bubbles.

When this happens, no sugar is added to the mixture. So, Pellegrino doesn’t contain any.

Some people may find that soda water is harder to drink because of its bitter taste.

Carbonated beverages or carbonated drinks can tingle the mouth, lips, and throat, making drinking much of it difficult.

So, be aware that having a bottle of water nearby rather than a bottle of carbonated soda will mean that you might not drink as much water.

However, this can easily be avoided by monitoring your water intake.

Other health concerns about soda water – bad for your bones?

In the opinion of Harvard Medical School, there is a debate from time to time about whether sparkling water affects your bone health.

And some have claimed that it can leach calcium from your bones.

However, Harvard Medical School showed a study that was conducted where participants drank 1 liter (1 quart) of soda water a day.

The other group of participants was given 1 liter (1 quart) of regular water.

The study lasted for two months, then blood and urine samples were taken.

And they found that there was no identifiable change in their bone health.

Whether the person drinks regular water or soda water.

 Although San Pellegrino is famous for its mineral water.

There is a range of San Pellegrino products, and some contain additives.

This means you should check the individual label to see its nutritional information.

According to the University of Rochester Medical Center, the WORST foods for your teeth are:

• Sticky candies and sweets
• Starchy foods – bread and chips
• Carbonated soft drinks – except soda water

As you can see, soda water didn’t make the list.

And the BEST foods for your teeth are:

• Fruits and vegetables that are high in fiber – a full list is provided by Healthline.com here.
• Dairy products – Milk, cheese, yogurt
• Herbal tea
• Sugar-free chewing gum

Many people get gas when they drink a lot of soda.

And can burp a lot. In the opinion of Livestrong.com, it’s unclear whether people get gas because they swallow lots of air or if it’s from CO₂ gas.

San Pellegrino has about 1% of your recommended sodium intake for every 16 fl. oz. (500 mL) you drink.

And most people’s recommended water intake is around 8 glasses of water a day, roughly 64 fl. oz. (2.5 liters).

You would only consume 5% of your recommended sodium intake at this amount if you drank soda water instead of regular water.

And you ‘technically’ can’t drink too much of it.

Because if you drink too much of it will start to vomit.

And it won’t get into your body.

 In those articles, they claim that from time to time, health concerns are raised regarding drinking soda water.

However, in my opinion, Pellegrino and any type of soda water are fine to drink based on the recommendation of Healthline.com.

They have a team of over 6 qualified Doctors, and if there were any unanswered concerns about it, I’m sure they would have informed everyone.

Like other soda waters, San Pellegrino contains no calories, and you can replace drinking water with San Pellegrino.

Most people, however, find the taste quite strong and prefer to mix it with fruit juice to soften the bitterness.

It also makes for a really healthy mixer for alcoholic drinks.

Soda, whether it’s diet or regular, has long been associated with an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes.

Some studies found that by drinking 1 soda a day, you increase your risk of getting Type 2 Diabetes is 67%.

As I talked about in Is 1 soda a day bad for you? article.

Although there are health concerns with drinking sweetened and flavored sodas, many people still drink them.

Soda water such as San Pellegrino can provide a healthy alternative that people can drink to replace their usual soda drinking.

San Pellegrino is healthy; like other soda waters, you can consume it instead of water.

Soda waters contain a little bit of acid, similar to that found in lemons and limes.

And there have been some concerns that it’s bad for your teeth.

However, the American Dental Association has said that soda waters are perfectly fine for your teeth.

Many people love sodas, but they have been proven to be bad for you, and soda water can be helpful in providing a replacement.

And make an interesting water substitute.