Perceptions of Water Safety and Tap Water Taste and Their Associations With Beverage Intake Among U.S. Adults.

Sohyun ParkStephen J OnufrakAngie L CradockAnisha PatelChristina HechtHeidi M Blanck

Published in: American journal of health promotion : AJHP (2023)

Negative perceptions of TW safety and taste and a belief BW is safer than TW were common and associated with low TW intake. Perceiving BW is safer than TW increased the likelihood of daily SSB intake. These findings can guide programs and services to support water quality to improve perceptions of TW safety and taste, which might increase TW intake and decrease SSB intake.

Keyphrases

healthcare
primary care
weight gain
water quality
public health
mental health