Chloramine has gotten a bad reputation. If you're like most people you think chemicals in your water is a bad thing. But what most people don't realize is that water must be treated chemically otherwise it is simply unsafe for humans to ingest. Among the many chemicals used to "treat" water is Chloramine. Chloramine or NH2CL is used in very low concentrations as a disinfectant … [Read more...] about Chloramine
What is your stance on fluoridated water?
Fluoride is an element derived from natural water sources that has many different health effects. Some of these effects are beneficial and some not so beneficial according to who you ask. About 2/3 of the water sources in America have been fluoridated by water treatment facilities since the 1940’s. According to the government and some dental professionals, the addition of … [Read more...] about What is your stance on fluoridated water?
Why pay more for water than gasoline?
America is the number one consumer of bottled water in the world according to James Owen from National Geographic News. The Energy Information Administration states that the average annual price for gasoline in the U.S. is $3.02 while some bottled water companies charge up to $6.40 per gallon! Imagine 30 years or more from now with the combined amount of money spent on … [Read more...] about Why pay more for water than gasoline?
International Travel and Contaminated Drinking Water
Depending on your travel destination, you may be exposed to a number of different diseases. Exposure depends on the presence of infectious agents in the area. The risk of becoming infected will vary according to the purpose of the trip, the standards in accommodation, hygiene and sanitation, as well as the behavior of you, the traveler. Some diseases can be prevented by … [Read more...] about International Travel and Contaminated Drinking Water
NSF Standards Explained
NSF International, also known as the National Sanitation Foundation, is an independent third-party certifier for the drinking water industry. Product Testing & Certification NSF International has established consensus standards and testing protocols for drinking water treatment devices used by all other testing laboratories. Once a system has become NSF-certified, the … [Read more...] about NSF Standards Explained
