Why It’s Important Not to Remove All Chlorine from Household Water at the Point of Entry
Protection Against Bacterial Growth in Plumbing: Chlorine acts as a disinfectant within the pipes, inhibiting the growth of bacteria, mold, and biofilm inside plumbing systems. When chlorine is entirely removed at the entrance, stagnant water in pipes—especially in areas that aren’t frequently used, such as guest bathrooms—can become a breeding ground for bacteria. This can […]
The Hidden Danger: Why Radon in Your Water Matters More Than You Think
Radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas, is a known health risk primarily associated with lung cancer. While much focus has been on radon in indoor air, recent studies from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have highlighted significant risks associated with radon in drinking water and particularly during activities like […]
Magnesium
Magnesium ranks fourth in the table of common minerals in the body. It has an active and important role in over 300 activities in the human body, especially in supplying 50% resilience to myocardial infarction. Hence, magnesium level is a basic condition for good health. What causes magnesium deficiency? Magnesium deficiency is due to the […]
Electricity Savings
One of the most common problems caused by scale is its buildup on heating elements (dishwasher, hot water piping, washing machine…), which damages them. Also, a layer of scale creates a layer of insulation, which increases electricity use – every inch of scale leads to a 10% increase in electricity consumption, and therefore a higher […]
Scale Deposits: How They Impact Your Home and What You Can Do About It
Scale deposits, often referred to as limescale, are a common household problem that can affect everything from the taste of your morning coffee to the lifespan of your appliances. These mineral deposits result from hard water – water containing high levels of calcium and magnesium – and can impact your daily life in ways you […]
Microplastics in Drinking Water and Plastic Bottles: What You Need to Know
When you pour yourself a glass of tap water or grab a bottle of water from the refrigerator, you might assume you’re drinking pure, clean water. Unfortunately, disturbing research reveals an invisible threat lurking in our water supply: microplastics. What Are Microplastics? Microplastics are tiny plastic fragments less than 5 millimeters in length—often so small […]
Lead Dangers Lurking in Your Pipes – What You Need to Know
Introduction to Lead Contamination Water is essential to life, yet the very infrastructure designed to deliver this vital resource to our homes may pose significant health risks. Lead contamination in drinking water has emerged as a critical public health concern, with potentially devastating consequences for families across the United States. This article explores the sources […]
Bacteria and Parasites
The water we consume may contain bacteria and parasites that may cause diarrhea, vomiting, headaches, fever, and sometimes even death. Water coolers as well as mineral water bottles are bacteria incubators because they do not use chlorine which prevents them.Examples: We have a solution that can be added to the T-18 which can prevent the […]