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Is it okay to drink tap water with iron in it? What you need to know

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While the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sets a secondary standard for iron in drinking water based on aesthetic concerns, the key question remains: Is it okay to drink tap water with iron in it?. For most people, low to moderate iron levels are not a health threat, but higher concentrations can cause taste, odor, and staining issues.