A delivery driver’s post about a large order of bottled water attracted strong criticism from the r/Anticonsumption community. The Redditor who shared the post commented on the purchase of “fancy” water instead of using a filter and reusable bottles. The post included a photo of the delivery, showing at least 16 boxes of Fiji-brand bottled water in various sizes and with different branding. This seemed overly complex for ordinary drinking water.
Photo Credit: RedditOpting for bottled water is generally not a good choice. Water filters can transform even low-quality tap water into pure and healthy drinking water, and there are atmospheric water generators that produce even purer water from the air. Both of these alternatives are more cost-effective than buying bottled water, especially when combined with reusable water bottles for portability. On the other hand, bottled water is often not as pure and healthy as advertised. Recent studies have revealed that the plastic used in bottles releases harmful chemicals into the water, which consumers then ingest. This issue is exacerbated when bottles are exposed to sunlight and heat, as higher temperatures accelerate the release of chemicals. Additionally, the bottles contribute significantly to waste, with most ending up as litter or in landfills instead of being recycled. Therefore, the purchase of hundreds of bottles of water by this homeowner is not only expensive but also detrimental to the environment. A commenter noted, “The deceptions of capitalism at their finest! ie adding ‘value’ to water,” while another user remarked, “Some people have more dollars than sense. Water bottle companies only produce plastic. They are the worst.” Join our free newsletter for simple tips to save more, waste less, and help yourself while benefiting the planet.
