Monday, October 16, 2006

Beware of Tap water

Tap water in India is horrible. It contains both bacteria and parasites. Under no circumstance should you drink this water. Always drink bottled water or properly filtered water. Its better to use filter water even to wash your mouth out and for brushing your teeth.

Avoid drinking tap water. Bottled mineral water is ok but ALWAYS check the seal. Avoid eating ice cream. Avoid also ice cubes in your drink. Freshly cooked or boiled food can be considered as safe. Avoid eating raw vegetables or fruit, unless you can peel them yourself.

If you think that just buying a bottle of mineral water is sufficient, think again. Never, I mean NEVER, touch a bottle that is not properly sealed with the plastic coating still wrapped around the cap. And NEVER leave your finished/unfinished bottle of water behind without detroying it first. Chances are that someone will collect it and refill it. They even sell this stuff in hotel restaurants like Ajanta's.

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