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Bacteria In Drinking Water (3 Ways To Know)
Drinking contaminated water can be dangerous. Of all possible contaminants, bacteria in water is common and of particular concern. So, how do you know if there is bacteria in your
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Best Under Sink Water Filters That Remove Arsenic
Arsenic is the most significant chemical contaminant in drinking water globally, but can be removed by some under sink water filters. In this article, we look at why you should
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Water Filters That Remove Arsenic – How They Do It
Arsenic is a naturally-occurring toxic substance that is dangerous when consumed in high concentrations. Unfortunately several states have arsenic levels 500 times the recommended level for drinking water. Water filters
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The Truth About Reverse Osmosis – BPA And Phthalates
There are some reverse osmosis systems that can remove more than 99% phthalates and 98% BPA from water. However, only systems with membranes made from polyamide are able to remove
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Water Bottle Filters That Actually Remove Arsenic
The Everywhere Bottle Filter from Epic Water is the only water bottle filter that is NSF certified to remove arsenic (95%). Arsenic is a metallic component of the earth’s crust
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Brita Filters And PFAS Removal – With Laboratory Testing
Brita filters do not effectively remove PFAS (per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances), including PFOA, PFOS. Although all Brita filters contain activated carbon, which has been shown to reduce PFAS, Brita makes
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How Water Filters Remove GenX – A Short Chain PFAS
Reverse Osmosis and water filters that use anion exchange resins can effectively remove >99% of GenX from water. Activated carbon filters can only remove ~30% of GenX. Some water filter
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How To Know If There Is Fluoride In Your Water
In 1945, many communities all over the United States began adding Fluoride to their water supply. According to the CDC, this single act has dramatically reduced tooth decay in children and
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How To Know If You Have Chlorine Or Chloramine In Your Water
If you think there is chlorine in your water, there is a very high chance that you’re right. To meet the EPA water safety guidelines, nearly all communities in the
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Under Sink Water Filters That Remove The Most Lead
Lead is a hazardous heavy metal that can get into drinking water and harm human health. According to the CDC, lead is harmful even at low concentrations, endangering the health
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How Under Sink Water Filters Remove PFAS – Filter Options
PFAS is present in the blood of 97% of Americans according to a report released by the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) and the Centers for Disease Control
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How Under Sink Water Filters Remove Chlorine
Chlorine is a highly effective disinfectant. It kills bacteria, germs, and viruses to purify water. However, the taste and odor of chlorine, and its unintended byproducts can make water unpalatable.
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Water Filter Pitchers That Effectively Remove BPA
According to the EPA, more than 1 million pounds of BPA is released into the environment each year that can make its way into your water supply. It’s more important
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How Under Sink Water Filters Effectively Remove Fluoride
Fluoride can help prevent tooth decay, but excessive fluoride consumption has been linked to conditions like cancer and cognitive problems. For these reasons, many want to remove fluoride from their
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How Garden Hose Filters Effectively Remove Chlorine
Chlorine has been used to disinfect our drinking water since 1908, but it can be a toxic and corrosive substance that can damage car paint and harm plants. Hose filters
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Water Filter Pitchers That Can Remove Bacteria
Water filter pitchers are an affordable and easy way to remove many different contaminants from water. Removing bacteria (and viruses) can be a little more difficult but there are some
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Can A Shower Filter Remove Bacteria? Filtration Media And Biofilms
Water is an essential part of life for humans and other living organisms. Thanks to its great ability to dissolve other substances, it can support the growth of microbes that