Nestlé Malta has launched an educational initiative to raise awareness about the benefits of natural mineral water. In collaboration with certified nutritionist Fleur Bugeja, the effort aims to inform the public about the purity and advantages of natural mineral water, with a particular focus on Levissima mineral water.
While table water and natural mineral water may appear similar, they have distinct characteristics. According to the European Commission, natural mineral waters are distinguished from ordinary drinking water by their purity at the source, constant level of minerals, and the fact that they are bottled directly at the source without the need for treatment. In contrast, table water in Malta undergoes significant purification processes to meet drinking standards.
Levissima natural mineral water with its balanced oligoelements is a wonderful ally for good hydration. In addition, Levissima stimulates digestion, may have diuretic effects and may promote the urinary elimination of uric acid.
Levissima water originates from the pristine environment of Valtellina, nestled in the Central Alps at the western edge of the Stelvio Natural Park. This natural mineral water is renowned for its purity and is bottled at the source to maintain its inherent qualities. Known for its lightness, as implied by its name derived from the Latin word 'levis', Levissima is an oligomineral water with a fixed residue of 88.3mg/L at 180°C.
Compared to local table water, Levissima has lower sodium levels (2.1mg/L versus 5mg/L in table water), higher calcium levels (23.1mg/L versus 5mg/L), and lower chlorine levels (0.3mg/L versus 5mg/L). This makes Levissima ideal for individuals on low sodium diets and for the preparation of infant food.