Can Water Be Vegan? The Surprising Truth Behind Your Daily Hydration
                                
                                
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                                According to the Vegan Society's official definition, veganism is a way of living that seeks to exclude, as far as is possible and practicable, all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals. This definition sparks the question: can water be vegan? The simple, natural state of water is universally vegan, but a closer look at industrial filtration and bottling practices reveals why some vegans might need to be more selective about their hydration choices.