Why?
Because America's Water Flows Through You.
The fact is that current and growing concerns about water quality addresses many water quality issues that did not exist a decade ago. The chemical onslaught of the last decade is overwhelming the water systems of America. In modern Wastewater processing the challenges grow daily. The cumulative effects on human health of the of the chemical onslaught of the last decade is unknown and will take years to determine. Pharmaceuticals and personal care products were first called "PPCPs" only a few years ago, but these bioactive chemicals (substances that have an effect on living tissue) have been around for decades. Their effect on the environment is now recognized as an important area of research. In the mean time, it is your health.
What you can do if you are concerned about PPCPs in your drinking water.
Set aside time several hours to research and become familiar with PPCPs in drinking water. Research counter top water treatment systems especially newer technologies, email as many as you can and inquire as to the reduction of PPCPs With their system.
At this time counter top water treatment seems to be a viable option. You may have to pick 2 systems to get the reduction of PPCPs you desire. Water treatment technologies are making advances in treating a wider range of contaminates however shop and do not overpay for packaging. The market for inexpensive multi stage water treatment systems is emerging. Easy maintenance and a reasonable cost is necessary for the consumer to participate in a proactive manner for the benefit of all. Counter top systems are less likely to be contaminated due to use beyond recommended life. Using any counter top filter and double filtering your water makes a big difference in the taste and texture of your drinking water.
We drink and cook with a small percent of our total water; use for drinking and cooking is 3-5% for most households.
Most water filters work for a certain recommended number of gallons of water under a predetermined chemical and microbial load. Microbial contamination of a water system is usually detected quickly and boil water notices are few. Tap water is not constant and water systems break down. Additionally, heavy dumping can shock the water system and PPM can skyrocket.
There currently is no good answer for the concerned consumer to deal with trace amounts of chemicals in water. Additionally all water systems are subject to invasion of new contaminates. How many of whch contaminate is in your tap water is a mystry. The approach of wide range of chemical using multiple water treatment systems may provide a partial solution. When filtration or any water treatment is used and filtration and treatments such as distillation remove many of the components of drinking water. Manufactures of drinking water systems often include a form of calcium to adjust the water;s pH and add flavor to the water. The pH adjusting and flavoring filters are not available for counter top filtration at this time. Double filtering water with any 2 pitcher drinking water filters has a noticable affect on the taste and texture of the drinking water.
WARNING: in line or attached water filters can become a health hazard when not properly maintained.
