Depending on the type of salt used in your salt water, you may also be drinking some extra healthy minerals, but the minerals found in pink Himalayan salt are only present in trace amounts, which may not be enough to see any real health benefits. In addition to potentially boosting our health, Himalayan pink salt can be used in lots of different ways, including these:

The way we use water changes throughout the day. High water use for things like baths and showers means water pressure can be lower in the morning and evenings. Number of households Flushing is essentially cleaning the water pipes. We carry out flushing when we've been working in the area to clear any pipework which may have been affected by the work. It's not unusual for you to have some discoloured water when this is happening. We advise that you run your downstairs cold tap for a few minutes which should clear it. Why do we flush? Flushing is an effective method of cleaning the pipework prior to or after essential work where there is a risk that discoloured water may result.Rapid start up, over running, air or particle contamination can cause irreparable damage to Bristol Water equipment.

standpipe: approximately 4 litres per second delivery (250 litres per minute, 15,000 litres / 15 cu3 per hour)

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And sodium-rich water, like sole water, may have extra benefits. A recent study of runners participating outdoors in a 10-kilometer race found that they stayed better hydrated throughout the event if they drank water that included extra sodium, compared to those who pre-hydrated with plain water. standpipes are fitted with swivel, single-outlet plug-in connectors; these are suitable for standard fire hoses (also available to hire from Bristol Water Standpipe Hire).

A new Health and Social Care Bill is being considered by the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The proposed new Bill includes changes to legislation relating to fluoridation of public water supplies, specifically changing who is responsible for the decision to add fluoride to the drinking water.High-flow 64mm standpipes are restricted for use on designated filling points to avoid causing burst mains, poor pressures and water discolouration for other customers.

Himalayan salt is frequently used by people to bathe in because of the soothing effect it can have on the skin. Responsibility for the decision to add fluoride to drinking water rests with the Local Health Authority, following a consultation process. Legislation requires us to comply with any such request from the Local Health Authority. What is changing?

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You've got your standpipe! You must follow all usage instructions and take appropriate measures to keep yourself and all Bristol Water equipment safe. Himalayan pink salt is visually more appealing than sea salt and may help boost our health in numerous ways, many of which are yet to be proven by scientific research. There’s no water quality standard in place to control water hardness – therefore, we’re not required by law to adjust water hardness accordingly.