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Signs water may be sary. nity to engage in athletics in high school, their weight and
Decaying organic matter in plumbing or the water source
contaminated can give water a musty, earthy taste. body mass improve. School sports can help students over-
The WQA notes that chlorine is used to disinfect water
come the negatives of sedentary lifestyles.
to make it safe during the treatment process. However, the 3. Relieve stress: Exercise in any shape or form can
A fresh glass of water can be just the thing to quench your smell and taste of chlorine may indicate the water is unsafe help relieve stress. The camaraderie that develops within
thirst on a hot summer day. Water is vital to sustain life and to consume. a team setting also can boost self-esteem and help some
communities go to great lengths to ensure drinking water is Staining students overcome any feelings of isolation they may con-
clean. But sometimes water can become contaminated and Blue-green water or blue-green stains are likely indicative front during adolescence.
adversely affect public health. of the corrosion of copper within household plumbing. Other 4. Boost brainpower: School sports may work the body
According to the Water Quality Association, some com- stains may be yellow, tan, brown, black, orange, or red, and but they also benefit the brain. A report from the Institute of
mon waterborne contaminants include aluminum, ammonia, these stains may indicate the presence of other metals in Medicine indicates children who are physically active show
copper, lead, mercury, and uranium. The WQA notes that, the water. Water treatment providers can help address this greater attention, have faster cognitive processing speed
while people can become very sick from contaminated wa- issue, which can make water unhealthy to consume and also and perform better on academic tests than those who are
ter, many people never recognize their water is contaminat- adversely affect plumbing fixtures. sedentary.
ed until members of their community begin to get sick. Some Contaminated water is not always identifiable to the sens- 5. Develop confidence and leadership skills: A study from
people suffer from acute effects of contaminated water that es. Homeowners who suspect their water has been contam- Cornell University says teens who played sports developed
appear within hours of consuming a contaminant. In such in- inated are urged to contact their local water utility. stronger leadership skills and developed better confidence.
stances, the WQA notes that the human body can often fight That can work in a team or solitary setting, and translate
off the contaminants in a similar way that it fights off germs 5 great reasons to into skills that serve a person well throughout life
and the person won’t have any permanent side effects. How-
ever, people with weakened immune systems may become
seriously or gravely ill after such exposure. Chronic effects, participate in scholastic Did you know?
which include cancer, liver or kidney problems, or reproduc-
tive difficulties, result after the consumption of contaminated sports
water over a period of many years. As more people work remotely, electricians and safety ad-
Water supplies are routinely inspected and treated in Many kids are introduced to sports at an early age. vocates are warning that various missteps may be putting
many parts of the world to ensure they’re safe for human Though young children may enjoy the recreational aspect people at unnecessary risk of fire and other unsafe condi-
consumption. However, such measures are not fail-safe. of playing sports, a serious passion for a particular sport tions. Electrical equipment is necessary to run home offices
The WQA notes that a human’s senses are his or her first may develop as children reach high school. Such passions just like it is traditional offices. Some people may find they
diagnostic tool in regard to detecting contaminated water. can be encouraged, as participating in sports can be highly have a shortage of electrical outlets to power their devices,
Though contaminated water is not always detectable to hu- beneficial for young people. and as a result they may turn to extension cords or power
man senses, the following are some signs that may indicate 1. Learn resilience: Compared to generations past, when strips. While that may seem like an easy fix, it is easy to in-
a water supply is contaminated. children may have had jobs during the school year, today’s advertently overload outlets and circuits by connecting more
Discoloration children do not have many demands placed on them be- than one power strip or extension cord together in a practice
The WQA notes that water that is red, orange, yellow, yond schoolwork and maybe some light chores around known as “daisy chaining.” According to the U.S. Office of
brown, or cloudy may indicate the presence of iron, rust or the house. The average student may use sports as a way Compliance, using a daisy chain in the workplace violates
other contaminants in household plumbing. Tannins from de- to learn about and overcome challenges. Participating in the National Electrical Code as well as the Occupational
caying vegetation and leaves also can contribute to discol- sports can teach kids how to recover from setbacks (be- Safety and Health Administration’s rules. While it may not
ored water that appears yellow or has a brownish hue. ing the losing team) or dealing with adverse situations break code at home, overloading any outlets increases risk
Foul smell and taste (sports-related injuries). for fire. The National Fire Protection Association indicates
Water that smells or tastes like a rotten egg or sulfur may 2. Improve fitness: School sports require ongoing phys- that more than 45,000 residential fires are started each year
indicate the presence of hydrogen sulfide, which may be a ical activity, which is advantageous to children in an age due to electrical failure and malfunction. Overload causes
byproduct of a certain type of bacteria present in the water. when lifestyles are increasingly sedentary. A report from products to overheat, and that can spark fires in the power
Bacteria can grow in drains, water heaters, wells, or on the the National Federation of State High School Associations cords themselves or inside the wall where electrical lines are
inside of pipes, so a professional inspection may be neces- found that when female students are given more opportu- hidden.

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