All About Water - Water Quality, Water Filter, Water Resources and Issues

Who would’ve wished to be in that catastrophic situation that all you can do is cry and tremble out of jitters hopelessly? Perhaps being on this unfortunate life-turning event is one that we less expected but would tightly cross our fingers of not ever letting it exist EVER in a specific circumstance. All those mishaps headlined worldwide might have happened out by nature, and the worst would be by human error. The devastating 7.0 magnitude of Haiti earthquake in 2010, the deadliest hurricane Katrina that hit the United States of America in 2005, the heinous 9.0 magnitude quake that hit...

There is a discouraging extent of research studies showing that the widely lauded benefits of fluoride dental health are more imagined than real. The fallout of sustained fluoride intake on general health is the core concern. Again, there is a mass of research literature on this matter, freely available and even being talked about across the globe. However, this effort of endeavor was not considered by the York Review when their proposition was changed from "Studies of the effects of fluoride on health" to "Studies on the effects of fluoridated water on health." It is evident that it was not...

 As we thought and what we are aware of, salts and sodium are the same, but chemically, both are different substances. Though sodium can be found in salt doesn’t mean salt is sodium or sodium is salt. Somewhat related to chemistry. However, there is a big difference between the two elements. Sodium is a chemical element that is very reactive, especially when combined with water causes ignition; thus, it must be stored in a place where no moisture can be found. Different in nature, though, both can be an essential element of life. Where Can Salts and Sodium be Found...

Nitrogen can take various forms in nature and is significant for life in both plants and animals. The most widely recognized type of nitrogen found in well water is nitrate. Wells with an undeniable level of nitrates are bound to be privately owned or shallow and influenced by human activity. What are Nitrites and Nitrates? Let us first define the two.  Nitrate (NO3) Nitrate is a compound that is formed when nitrogen combines with oxygen. Usually, high amounts of nitrate get into drinking water. Nitrate is colorless, odorless and tasteless. Low degrees of naturally occurring nitrate can be typical and...

The safe drinking water act was first launched in 1974 and was being amended this year in 2016. It was made to ensure public safety when it comes to safe drinking water distribution. It is the government’s way of controlling and eradicating water contaminants for public safety consumption by using suitable treatments. Water is considered one of our basic needs because it comprises almost 78% of the human body. There are many water sources around us but unfortunately contain naturally occurring contaminants and toxic chemicals that are dangerous to public health. Drinking water is made up of healthy minerals but contains...

Water itself is already an organic compound that we need to help us do what we wanted to do. We all know that the main function of water is to keep us hydrated as we do our day-to-day activities. We are not fully aware of the vitality of water to our body for us to do certain tasks in our lives, may they be simple or complex. Primarily indeed, water keeps us hydrated, and not only that, one of its functions is to help deliver oxygen throughout the body, and without oxygen, we won’t be alive today. It also aids...

The body is mainly composed of water. That is why water is a necessity for everyday living. Water is one of the most powerful natural sources because it gives power and energy to the body systems to achieve the activities for the whole day. Other experts say that eating fruits can also help improve the body system. Yes, it is true. But what exactly do you do after eating? Drinking water because this fluid intake pushes down the food we digest. People nowadays are very practical. Some, especially children, are afraid of going to the doctor when they become ill...

Iron is a chemical element and the first metal in the transition series. It is the most common element on Earth as it forms the Earth’s outer and inner core. The chemical symbol for Iron is Fe and its atomic number 26. Iron plays a major role Biologically and pathologically. It is practically found in all living organisms. Our bodies need iron for many purposes. It helps our muscles use and store oxygen that can help alleviate fatigue. It is part of enzymes and metabolizes protein. The most important role that it plays is being part of the hemoglobin in...

Several methodologies are used to produce the Black Berkey Filter purification elements. MICROFILTRATION The first line of defense is that Berkey elements are composed of a proprietary formulation of more than six different media types, all constructed into a very compact matrix containing millions of microscopic pores. These pores are so small that they produce what we refer to as a “Tortuous Path” that dramatically reduce trihalomethanes, inorganic minerals, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, VOCs, petroleum products, perfluorinated chemicals, rust, silt, sediment, radiologicals, and more. These paths are so small that these pollutants physically cannot pass through them and become trapped,...

Pharmaceuticals are natural or synthetic drugs that are chemically designed or created to treat, inhibit or alter diseases found in humans or animals. Pharmaceuticals can be therapeutic drugs prescribed by doctors, can be over-the-counter drugs, or can also be veterinary drugs and animal feeds. When excreted by the animal or human body through urine, feces, or saliva, these drugs can contaminate our drinking water. How? When an individual or patient took these chemicals and improperly disposed of these drugs, drugs were thrown into the toilet, excreted through urine, and fecal wastes can contaminate drinking water through the sewage. Also, animals...

We all know that arsenic is a poisonous chemical capable of killing not only animals and pests but also humans. Arsenic is a metalloid that can either be organic and inorganic in composition. Organic arsenic is naturally found in the environment provided by Mother Nature itself. At the same time, inorganic arsenic is made by man and human waste materials such as chemicals and metals. Inorganic arsenic is the most toxic and lethal chemical compared to organic arsenic because man produced these chemicals combined with other chemical compounds that are poisonous as well. Though wherever and however you look at...

 The Black Berkey  Filter Purification elements are powerful enough to remove red food coloring from water. Performing a red food coloring test on your Black Berkey Filters allows you to ensure that your system operates properly. GUIDELINES We recommend this test be done upon first use and then every three to six months to ensure the Black Berkey Filter Purification elements are working properly. The red food coloring test is only designed for the Black Berkey Filter Purification elements and NOT for the ceramic or other filter elements that do not filter out food color. This test is also NOT recommended for the Sport...

Atrazine is a chemical that contaminates water significantly. This herbicide is used frequently on corn, sugar canes, sorghum, non-specific herbicide, and other crops on industrial sites. The chemical Atrazine is widely used today because of its effectiveness in reducing the loss of crops due to the interference of weeds. Furthermore, it also eliminates the need for inter-row cultivation in sorghum and other crop fields. Because of its popularity and well-renowned components, it has become a concern to water suppliers. Thus, manufacturers ensure a long half-life of 60-100 days is not strongly absorbed by the oil.  Atrazine controls weeds and is non-toxic to...

  Fracking or hydraulic fracturing is the process of injecting or drilling any fluids into the earth at high pressure to release the gas inside to fissure earth elements to discharge natural gas. More than 600 chemicals use fracking unsolidified components like carcinogens and toxins. Examples of these are lead, uranium, mercury, ethylene glycol, radium, methanol, hydrochloric acid, and formaldehyde. Fraction fluid injects into the ground with pressure through a drilled pipeline.  Some companies use fracking waters to resist divulging fracking waters, assuming that being informative is proprietary. Some companies use fracking to remove billions of gallons of crystal clear waters from...

“Health is wealth.” A common saying that we can hear wherever we go. Nowadays, health is becoming an issue in society. Many people, especially young ones, don’t give more attention to their health because they think that if they are young, they can’t be contaminated by diseases. But there is an issue regarding mercury in drinking water. Many people wondered what will be the effects of mercury in drinking water if exposed to our bodies. Mercury is an element (symbol: Hg) that exists in our environment, and it is also known as quicksilver. Mercury is used in laboratory apparatuses like...

We will talk a little about the medical field to understand more about pathogenic bacteria and viruses found in drinking water. Knowing more about the simple terms and cycle of pathogenic bacteria and viruses will give us a clear picture of what they are and how it occurs. A pathogen is an infectious agent. Pathogens are biological agents that cause illness to their host. A host is a susceptible animal or human body that these microorganisms feed on and multiply. The individual host should be susceptible because these individuals have a low resistance to these microorganisms. Truth be told, though,...

Little do you know that the drinking water you consume is rich in toxic chemicals that can cause harm to you and your family. Though it is indeed true that water gives you life, what would you do when you know that it can also be the cause of your slow death? The water that you think is safe might cause illnesses. It was made known that drinking water is contaminated by certain pathogens and chemicals dangerous to health. Though some pathogens are natural floras of water, some are created by human waste products. Those are the chemicals that were...

Water is and always will be an essential gift Mother Nature bestowed to nurture her children. Come to think of it, water had been around since the Earth is created, but how did water evolve and ended up in a bottle? The Chronicle of the Commencement of Bottled Water Since the beginning of human civilization, water was placed on vessels such as sacs made out of animal skins meant to hold water for traveling. The water bottling only began at the Holly Well dated back in 1621 in the United Kingdom, and since then, bottled water has sparked to higher...

Are You Knowledgeable about the Water You Drink? Water is a vital element that is needed by all living things. It is a natural gift from Mother Nature to nurture her children. As you can see, water can be found anywhere, may it be at the earth's surface or even within the earth’s soil. But nowadays, we also have bottled water. There are different kinds of bottled water. These waters are made to be alkaline, contain minerals, have different flavors, and are even made to be carbonated to give the effervescent taste of spring water. But little do we know...

Turbidity in water is caused mainly by human activities in certain industries, such as mining and agriculture, that cause the movement of particles and get mixed up with water. Those can be mud, sand, and other waste materials found in the changing environment. However, a certain particle is a natural flora of water, especially seen in seawater, oceans, and can be found in freshwater. This particle is known as Phytoplankton. Phytoplankton is a certain tiny plant that wanders or drifts to different bodies of water. This plankton is so small that it can only be seen using a microscope. Phytoplankton...