Why shouldn't I drink glacier water? The hidden dangers and surprising contaminants
                                
                                
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                                Recent studies have identified that even remote glacial ecosystems are reservoirs for contaminants, microplastics, and dormant pathogens. This means that despite its pristine look, you shouldn't drink glacier water directly, as it poses numerous health risks that are not visible to the naked eye.