Water Quality & Home Filtration Resource Center

Indeed, camping is a rewarding experience which you can cherish for a lifetime. This is a great way to get together with friends and loved ones while bonding with nature.

Meanwhile, there are various tips to try to be safe during your adventurous long trip. This is true for first-time campers. A kit with food, clothes, and medications are a good start but there are other things to think about.

Check this article to learn more about how to make the most out of your next camping trip by ensuring everyone is comfortable and safe. 

In 2019, an updated PFAS contamination map from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) and Northeastern University's Social Science Environmental Health Research Institute drew national attention to PFAS detections across the United States. The map was important at the time, but it should now be read as a historical snapshot of an expanding PFAS problem—not as a current count of affected states, sites, or people. Federal monitoring and drinking-water regulation have changed substantially since the original report. Quick answer: The original EWG/Northeastern report helped show that PFAS contamination was far more widespread than early monitoring suggested. Today, homeowners should use current...

Seasonal allergies can bring sneezing, congestion, a runny nose, itchy eyes, and other uncomfortable symptoms. During allergy season, you may also hear advice to drink more water—but can hydration actually relieve allergies? Staying adequately hydrated is important for normal health and can help keep mucus and the tissues lining your nose and throat from becoming excessively dry. That may improve comfort when you are congested or spending time in dry air. But drinking water does not remove allergens from your body, stop an allergic immune response, or replace appropriate allergy or asthma treatment. Quick answer: Adequate hydration can support normal...

Our planet is 75% water, which is why it is known as the Blue Planet. However, 97.5% of that water is saltwater, and 2.5% is freshwater.     However, we use 10 billion tons of freshwater worldwide each day.   Many environmentalists and organizations say our water supply is declining; however, few pay attention.   For what reason would it be advisable for them?                 They see water everywhere. However, more than 1 billion people in developing nations lack access to safe drinking water, and the USA uses 3.9 trillion gallons of water each month. According to...

While water is a sustainable resource, it is also limited. The absolute amount of water accessible on the planet is equivalent to two thousand years ago.                  It is vital to recognize that just 3% of the world's water is fresh, and approximately 33% is inaccessible. In all respects, the rest is unevenly disseminated, and the accessible supplies are progressively contaminated with waste and pollution from industry, agriculture, and households.  Over the years, population growth, industrialization, agricultural expansion, and shifts in ways of life have fueled interest in water. Efforts have been made to...

Water is part of nearly every daily routine. We use it for drinking, cooking, preparing food, bathing, cleaning, and caring for our homes. Because water plays such an important role, the quality, taste, odor, and appearance of the water we use every day matter. Before water reaches a home, it may go through several treatment steps depending on the source, local utility, and regional water-quality concerns. These steps may include screening, sediment removal, filtration, disinfection, and other treatment processes designed to meet public drinking water standards. This guide explains how water treatment works, why filtration matters, and how different methods...

Every day, you are exposed to specific chemicals in your environment and it can affect the hormones in your body. These chemicals are known as endocrine disruptors.

It can interfere with the reproduction and development of a human being. It can cause serious immune system and neurological effects.

Nowadays, these chemicals are used in your homes, offices, and other public places and its usefulness can sometimes be problematic. It is found in cleaning products, personal care, cookware, and even food.

This article aims to discuss what do endocrine disruptors do in the body, what some of its sources are, and how to avoid or minimize its effects on the body. 

Water doesn't need to be digested the way proteins, fats, and carbohydrates do. After you drink it, water moves through the digestive tract and crosses the intestinal lining into the body's fluids, where it can circulate through the bloodstream and move between tissues and cells. But where does that absorption actually happen? How quickly can water enter the body? And what determines whether the kidneys retain it or send it to the bladder? Quick answer: Most of the water you drink is absorbed through the small intestine. Water crosses the intestinal lining and contributes to the body's circulating and tissue...

Many households want better water for the whole house, for laundry, showers, and cooking – everything that involves water at home. How can a home guarantee safe, clean water with a water system?               Underground water is the most well-known source of water for municipal systems. It is identified as having a higher mineral content than surface water. This article explains the method behind each system, which is important for deciding on a home water filtration system.      You will not only find real, easy-to-understand reviews of water filters and softeners, but also benefit...

Tap water can contain naturally occurring minerals, treatment chemicals, byproducts, and trace contaminants from source water, infrastructure, agriculture, and industry. That does not mean every substance is present in every water supply—or that detecting a contaminant automatically means the water violates a health standard. Quick answer: The contaminants worth investigating depend on where you live, your water source, local treatment, and your home's plumbing. Start with your utility's Consumer Confidence Report and current local water-quality information. If a specific concern applies to your property, targeted testing can tell you more than appearance, taste, or a TDS meter. Below are several...

Heartburn is a common health condition experienced by many men and women. It feels like there is a burning pain in the chest behind the breastbone. It gets worse during the evening, after eating, or when bending or lying down.

Some of us manage the pain by changing lifestyles. Others survive the condition by relying on over-the-counter medicines.

Meanwhile, if heartburn becomes more frequent and it disrupts your daily routine, then it is best to see a doctor. It might be a symptom of a serious health problem which will require medical attention.

In this article, we will discuss deeply what heartburn is. Then, we will introduce the natural remedy for it. Finally, we will tackle if drinking water does help ease the pain of heartburn.

Drinking Water Chemistry Guide Alkalinity is an important water-quality measurement, but it is often confused with pH, hardness, or “alkaline water.” In simple terms, alkalinity describes water's capacity to neutralize acids and resist rapid changes in pH. Understanding it can help explain water chemistry, corrosion, scaling, treatment performance, and well-water test results. In This Guide What is alkalinity?Alkalinity vs. pH Why alkalinity mattersHow it is measured Alkalinity vs. hardnessDrinking-water pH Testing well waterWhat is alkaline water? Filters & treatmentFrequently asked questions What Is Alkalinity in Water? Alkalinity is the acid-neutralizing capacity of water. It describes how strongly the water can...

Drinking a glass of water after waking is one of the simplest ways to start your day. After several hours of sleep without fluids, water can help replace what your body has lost overnight through breathing, perspiration, and normal bodily processes. Morning water is not a miracle treatment, and you do not need to follow a complicated schedule. The main benefit is practical: making water part of your morning routine can help you begin the day hydrated and make it easier to maintain regular fluid intake. Quick answer: Drinking water in the morning can help replace overnight fluid losses, support...

Chlorine is widely used in public drinking-water treatment to maintain a disinfectant residual as treated water moves through distribution pipes. Many households, however, notice a chlorine-like taste or odor and want to know whether Berkey® filtration can reduce it. Quick answer: Yes. Berkey® systems can reduce chlorine when equipped with filter elements that have documented chlorine-reduction performance. The Phoenix Gravity New Millennium Edition Filter Element PGF9-2 itself is listed by NSF under NSF/ANSI 42 for chlorine reduction, with NSF's listing footnote stating that the component was tested to 4,000 liters for chlorine and taste-and-odor reduction. NSF separately lists Travel Berkey®,...

Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in soil, rocks, groundwater, and some foods. It is also added to many public water supplies in the United States to support dental health. At the same time, fluoride in drinking water remains a topic of public discussion. Some households want to understand how much fluoride is in their water, where it comes from, and what options are available if they prefer to reduce it. This guide explains what fluoride is, why it is used in public water systems, how to check fluoride levels in your water, and which filtration methods are commonly...

Emerging contaminants have now turned into a trendy and large research platform. The substantial number of emerging contaminants represents a test for regulatory agencies. This group of pollutants is ideally named "contaminants of emerging concern."   An established point of view is given on advancing the issues encompassing emerging contaminants and how environmental researchers have handled this issue.   This started with worldwide lead contamination from the Romans two centuries back, proceeded to arsenic-based and DDT issues, and recently, to pharmaceuticals, nanoparticles, personal care products, fire retardants, etc. Contaminants of emerging concern will remain a moving focus as new chemical compounds are...

Since the discovery that ionizing radiation can produce ill effects in the body, various international and national groups begin to study the existence of radiation in the water. Also, they have studied how the human population is exposed to it. Furthermore, they have estimated the biological effects of such exposure.

Luckily, there is an abundant source of information on the biological hazards of ionizing radiation. For example, the Subcommittee on the Radioactivity in the Drinking Water has heavily relied on the data of the abstracts of the groups. They have summarized it accordingly per sections.

In other cases, it is possible to have the published and unpublished data into an assessment of the radioactivity effects in the water of the people in the United States.

As such in this article, it will discuss the presence of the radiological contaminants in the water. Also, it aims to explain ways on how to remove it effectively to make the drinking water safe from contamination.

Chromium-6 in Drinking Water: What It Is, Health Concerns, and Reduction Options Chromium-6, also called hexavalent chromium, is a form of chromium that has received attention because it can be found in some drinking water sources. It may occur naturally in certain rocks and groundwater, and it can also be associated with industrial activity. Because chromium-6 has no obvious taste, smell, or color in water, the only reliable way to know whether it is present is through water testing or a local water quality report. This guide explains what chromium-6 is, where it may come from, why it is monitored,...

Water-related problems have existed for the longest time now, and since it’s a fact that everyone knows. Developments and methods were made with hopes to stop these troubles from causing harm.

The importance of treatment comes down to the truth that water is not only used for chores, but we also consume it and let it stay on our body. 

There are many sources that supply water, natural or the water reserves; the sad truth, however, is regardless where our water comes from, its cleanliness and safeness is questionable.

The crystal clear river that you think is safe from chemicals may have dissolved organic matters with it, and even the ones from treatment plants may acquire contaminants as it flows towards your homes. 

Water as a natural matter had some unworried about contaminants; they share the belief that as long as they’re hydrated; it’s enough. What they failed to see is how dangerous some contaminants are, the harm of these contaminants may range from little effect or to long-term harm. 

With the many methods and technologies developed, Reverse Osmosis Water Filter seems to be one of the most popular, but what really is it? 

Chlorine and chloramine are widely used by public water systems to disinfect drinking water and maintain a residual as treated water travels through distribution pipes. For many households, the practical question is whether they want to reduce the resulting taste or odor—and whether their water uses chlorine or chloramine. This guide explains how the two disinfectants differ, how EPA regulates them, which treatment approaches are commonly used, and how current Phoenix Gravity testing applies to Berkey® owners. Quick answer: chlorine is generally easier to reduce with carbon filtration. Chloramine is more persistent and should be evaluated using chloramine-specific performance data...