I've never heard that one before "
In Italy, follow Italian examples... drink mineral water (sparkling). " Actually, in Rome with it's numerous aqueducts and fountains, the water from the fountains are just as good as the bottled water you buy from the store. I know you might think drinking from the fountain. Actually, it's the norm. You don't actually drink from the fountain. There are water spouts that are made for drinking and retrieving water. The "tap" water tastes great and no you won't get sick from it.