Is iceberg ice safe to consume? The surprising truth about polar water
                                
                                
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                                While 10,000-year-old glacial ice appears pristine, research confirms that icebergs can contain microscopic life, heavy metals like mercury, and pollutants from atmospheric dust. This raises a critical question for adventurers and the curious: is iceberg ice safe to consume without treatment?