Is there something special about bubbly water?
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I always thought that water boiling was about getting the water to a specific temperature. You can't really get the water to a temperature past that point because as soon as it does it becomes vapor. You can stick it in a pressure cooker (again, the whole point from what I understand) to reach higher temperatures, but you'll never get past boiling. Also, it always takes longer to boil things at higher altitudes because of the reduced pressure and thus reduced vapor temperature of water.
But, I don't know everything (almost, but not quite). Is there something special about water that's vaporizing when it comes to cooking things? Could you really reduce the energy spent cooking something by lowering the vapor temperature of the fluid you're cooking in?
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You're basing this question on an incorrect answer. Like you said, the boiling temperature of water is lower at higher altitudes, which means it takes longer to cook things in boiling water, due to the lower temperature. There's no benefit that I'm aware of in intentionally lowering the boiling point of water (which a pinch of salt does not do, anyway). If you wanted to cook something in water at a lower temperature, you can always just use less heat to keep it below the boiling point.
Put another way, water that is boiling at 190°F does not cook food at the same rate that water boiling at 212°F does, even though they are both boiling.
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Drinking sparkling water can help stave off dehydration. If you're dehydrated, you may experience dry mouth, fatigue, headache, and impaired performance. Chronic dehydration could contribute to digestive issues and complications with the heart and kidneys. Sparkling water is just as hydrating as still water.What are the benefits of bubbly water?
Improved Digestive Health People who experience digestive problems may find some relief from seltzer water. Research indicates that consuming seltzer water may help soothe symptoms of constipation, such as stomach pain and irregular bowel movements. Seltzer water also has shown promise in relieving indigestion.Is bubbly as healthy as water?
As long as there are no added sugars, sparkling water is just as healthy as still water. Unlike sodas, carbonated waters don't affect your bone density or greatly damage teeth.What is wrong with bubbly water?
Since sparkling water contains CO2 gas, the bubbles in this fizzy drink can cause burping, bloating and other gas symptoms. Some sparkling water brands may also contain artificial sweeteners like sucralose, warns Dr. Ghouri, which may cause diarrhea and even alter your gut microbiome.Is Carbonated (Sparkling) Water Good or Bad for You?
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