TDS is just a fancy name for the tiny bits of minerals, salts, and metals floating around in your water. Things like calcium, magnesium, potassium, and yes, sometimes a little bit of lead or copper if your pipes are old.
Think of it as the personality of your water. Some water is a shy introvert with very little TDS; other water is a chatty extrovert with tons of it.
But here’s the burning question: Does boiling that kettle strip all that stuff out? Grab a cuppa, and let’s dive in.
