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What's in Your Water?

	Arsenic Most arsenic enters water supplies either from natural deposits in the earth or from industrial and agricultural pollution. Arsenic is a natural element of the earth's crust. It is used in industry and agriculture, and for other purposes. It also is a byproduct of copper smelting, mining and coal burning. U.S. industries release thousands of pounds of arsenic into the environment every year. click for more
	Bacteria Bacterial contamination cannot be detected by sight, smell, or taste. The only way to know if a water supply contains coliform bacteria is to have it tested. In addition, there are sulfur-reducing bacteria that can be present in deep wells. If present in high concentrations, these bacteria can cause the well water to have a rotten egg smell. click for more
	Chlorine "Chlorine is the most widely used chemical to decontaminate the bacteria in public water."What most people don’t realize is that chlorine in drinking water is not the only problem. According to the Journal of Public Health, “Up to two-thirds of the harmful effects of chlorine are due to inhalation and skin absorption while showering.” click for more
	Fluoride Unlike all other water treatment processes, fluoridation does not treat the water itself, but the person consuming it. The Food & Drug Administration accepts that fluoride is a drug, not a nutrient, when used to prevent disease. By definition, therefore, fluoridating water is a form of medication. This is why most western European nations have rejected the practice. click for more
	Heavy Metals Heavy metals can enter a water supply by industrial and consumer waste, or even from acidic rain breaking down soils and releasing heavy metals into streams, lakes, rivers, and groundwater. Heavy metal toxicity can result in damaged or reduced mental and central nervous function, lower energy levels, and damage to blood composition, lungs, kidneys, liver, and other vital organs. click for more
	Hydrogen Sulfide Hydrogen sulfide is a gas that is produced naturally by decomposing organic material and sulfur-reducing bacteria. Hydrogen sulfide gives water a nuisance “rotten egg” smell and taste. Water supplies with 1.0 milligram per liter (parts per million) of hydrogen sulfide may be corrosive and tarnish copper and silverware.click for more
	Iron Iron imparts a disagreeable metallic taste to water. Even when water contains small amounts of iron a disagreeable, somewhat astringent quality is apparent. Naturally when iron is present in detectable amounts, it can ruin the flavor of tea, coffee and alcoholic beverages. Further, the combination of soluble iron and certain of the constituents in the beverages gives them an unappetizing, inky black appearance. click for more
	Lead Lead is a toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around homes. Even at low levels, lead may cause a range of health effects including behavioral problems and learning disabilities. Children six years old and under are most at risk because this is when the brain is developing. click for more
	Nitrates Nitrate is one of the most common groundwater contaminants in rural areas. Nitrate is an inorganic compound that occurs under a variety of conditions in the environment, both naturally and synthetically. It is regulated in drinking water primarily because excess levels can cause methemoglobinemia, or "blue baby" disease. click for more
	Pharmaceuticals Pharmaceuticals, along with trace amounts of caffeine, were found in the drinking water supplies of 24 of 28 U.S. metropolitan areas tested. The findings were revealed as part of the first federal research on pharmaceuticals in water supplies, and those results are detailed in an investigative report by the Associated Press. click for more
	Sediments Experts believe that contaminated sediments are a widespread and serious problem. Areas of concern are found on the Atlantic and Pacific coasts, in the Gulf of Mexico and the Great Lakes, and along inland waterways. click for more
	Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOCs) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that VOCs are present in one-fifth of the nation's water supplies. Contaminants in drinking water can cause either acute or chronic health effects. Acute effects usually occur immediately after ingestion of a large dose. click for more

Find Out What's in Your Water?

Finding out what's in your water is not as easy as you might think. In the case of municipal water sources, you can request a copy of your municipal water report, however, these reports are often confusing and do not even consider over 6,000 toxins that are not currently measured or monitored by any government or municipality. This report should be free for the asking and available to anyone in the water district. You can also access an older copy of your Drinking Water Quality Report online for free. Simply enter your ZIP CODE in the upper right corner of the page and click SEARCH. In the case of well or spring water sources, you may be able to find a regional water report. Otherwise, you are left to your devices and expense to have your water tested.

The type of water filtration depends on the type of sediment, minerals, toxins, contaminants, or bacteria in your water supply. Every location is different and NO LOCATION IS IMMUNE! It doesn't matter if you are on a municipal water system, natural spring, or underground well; none of these sources guarantee that your water is pure, safe, or healthy. Basically, if the water came out of the ground, then it should be filtered before you drink it!

Choosing the best system of water filters for your home can be confusing, however, it may be one of the most important decisions in your overall health. The specific filter combination for your location can be influenced by your geographic location, whether you access a municipal or natural water source, any existing home filtration, and even water softeners. Every water ionizer has at least one built-in filter, however, it is always recommended to filter your water before it enters the ionizer to ensure the highest quality of your drinking water and eliminate the risk of damage to the water ionizer itself.

There are two basic types of water filter. Those that are installed inside a water ionizer and those that are installed outside a water ionizer or as a standalone filter. External filter systems can be configured in any number of stages with each stage removing a particular type or group of contaminants. Removing one type or group of contaminants is often considered a 1-Stage filter (i.e. removing either chlorine, fluoride-lead-arsenic, or nitrates). Filters can be combined to form any number of stages to form: 2-Stage, 3-Stage, and even 7-Stage (i.e. reverse osmosis) filter systems. How many stages you need to filter your water depends on the possible contaminants in your water. The most common water contaminants include:

By combining different filters into a 2-Stage or 3-Stage system, you can remove multiple contaminants to produce a higher quality drinking water than with just a 1-Stage filter. Reverse osmosis filtration systems are more expensive, however, they are recommended for removing the highest percent (up to 99%) of contaminants from your water.

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