Myth: Distilled water is “dead.” Nope. Water molecules are still water molecules. But it lacks the trace minerals that give filtered water its subtle complexity. Another myth: all filters are the same. They are not. A basic carbon filter removes chlorine and bad taste. A reverse osmosis filter is almost as intense as distillation, stripping out 99% of impurities—but it wastes water in the process. Pick your fighter.
Distilled vs. Filtered Water: What's the REAL Difference? - Eco-savvy.blog
Fun fact: In the 1800s, distilled water was prescribed for cholera patients because it was sterile. Today, you can buy it for three bucks at the pharmacy. Progress is weird.