But first before I list the first reason you should know a little about the public water purification standards.  Simply put the standards are lacking.
Bottled water is no more than tap water that has been "processed" by means of some kind of water purifier.  However, you definitely need a water purifier in your home.  But don't depend on the treatment by the public water facility.  More on that in a moment.

What Pure Water Should Be

-Pure water should have no chemicals.
-It should be bacteria-free.
-The pH level should be correct.
-The mineral content should be balanced.
-It should smell good and taste good.

The Truth About Water Purifiers

Many products call themselves water purifiers when in fact they are not.  One very popular "water purifier", (it is not), because its name sounds like it is, gets many sales as a result.  A home shopping network sells one for about $40 and people buy it thinking that it is for water purification. Sorry about that.  Many customers were dissatisfied because it did nothing to remove a chemical that they thought it would.  This brings us to reason #1.

#1 Chlorine Removal is Vital

You might think that chlorine is good to have in the water.  You're right and you're wrong.

You're right that it is beneficial to a point.  The point being: NO FURTHER THAN YOUR TAP.  Chlorine is a contaminant and a poison when you drink it.  No you probably won't vomit or get noticeably sick.  But it does the body no good.  It helps kill certain dangerous "things" from water sources: wells, rivers, etc. But it is not to be ingested.  But it is by most people.

Did you know that when you take a shower your skin is absorbing chlorine right into your bodies sytem?  Scary isn't it.  Sorry but you have good reason to be concerned.  Also, it is not the only water contaminant to worry about.

#2 Lead is Toxic

Yes, lead is being found in drinking water in many areas.  Lead is a metal that is toxic (poisonous) and can accumulate in your body over a period of time.
But, unfortunately, it is usually discovered after the damage is done.  Get it out of your water.

#3 Reverse Osmosis - Exposed

This reason is more of an exposure of deception.
Reverse osmosis systems are promoted as the answer to pollution.  RO is beneficial for some applications ( removing mud, debris,etc.) but not for in home water purification purposes.  Here's why.

RO takes good minerals out of the water.  It de-mineralizes the water.  The body needs minerals that come naturally with water.  Mineral free water can eventually produce problems like indigestion.  RO can not remove pesticides or chlorine.  For that you need a filter that is carbon activated.

There are more reasons than just these three. To summarize just remember that removing lead and chlorine is crucial and not removing minerals is vital to your health.

You need to do what I did to find a water purification  system that really protects your family.  Do your research before you buy a piece of junk. I found only one such company that truly makes a reliable water purifier and at a price that any one can afford. For more information see my website. - Larry L. Taylor

3 Reasons You Need a Water Purifier is a post from: Water Filters

When a homeowner has a whole house water filter system then all the residents of the home can enjoy access to filtered water in the kitchen, the laundry and the bathroom. Of course that access remains a benefit of residence in the same home only one overriding condition-the homeowner takes the time to get whole house water filter replacement cartridges.

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Amway eSpring Water Purifier Filter Replacement Cartridge US $192.99

Factory original LG replacement water filter Model LT600P NEW IN OPENED BOX US $29.51

2 Pack PUR 2 Stage Water Pitcher Replacement Filter US $22.99

Sub Zero water filter new in box 700017 replacement cartridge US $45.00

9 VITAPUR VWPF Replacement water filter cartridge cartridges NEW IN BOX US $11.99

21 Reverse osmosis Water Filter CARBON BLOCK SEDIMENT GAC CARBON REPLACEMENT US $19.00

AQUAFRESH replacement water filter for refrigerator WF288 US $19.00

New GE SmartWater Replacement pre post water filter US $35.00

OMNI WATER FILTER REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGE US $19.95

Rubbermaid Replacement Water Filter 3 Pack 34 Qt 1 Gallon Pitcher 2 G Dispenser US $4.99

Hydro Life Water Replacement Filter for models HL 170 171 and 172 New in Box US $46.00

PUR Water Filteration System Filter Replacement Pitcher and Flavor Cartridge US $18.99

1 GENUINE BRITA Pitcher Dispenser Replacement Filter Water Filter US $3.99

NEW BRITA Standard Replacement Water Pitcher Filter Free Shipping US $6.99

2 Pk Culligan D 15 Replacement Water Filter Cartridge Sealed US $18.00

WHOLE HOUSE WATER FILTER REPLACEMENT FITS ALL 10 Canisters The FInest Made 1mic US $6.00

Two2 Pur Water Filter Faucet Replacement Stage 3 sealed NIP US $11.50

WATTS PREMIER REPLACEMENT WATER FILTER PACK NIB US $39.99

PUR 2 Stage Water Pitcher Replacement Filter System NEW US $29.99

2x Replacement Ceramic Filter f Easy Home protection Tap Faucet Water Purifier US $1.07

2 Frigidaire WF2CB Kenmore Refrigerator Replacement Water Filter 9911 9916 FC100 US $74.99

AQUA FRESH REPLACEMENT WATER FILTER WF285 FOR WHIRLPOOL SEARS KENMORE MORE US $27.99

GE MWF home kitchen Refrigerator Water Filter replacement cartridge US $9.99

As any homeowner thinks about investing in a whole house water filter system, he or she might have a few questions. Frequently homeowners ask this question: Can I use this filter to get pure water for the plants in my garden and the grass on my lawn?

The homeowner must examine the blueprint for the house, in order to obtain an answer to that question. The homeowner needs to learn where the city's main water line splits into a "house" line and a "yard" line. Of course, no garden or lawn can receive filtered water if a homeowner fails to purchase the needed whole house water filter replacement cartridges.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) applauds homeowners who invest in a whole house filter system and also make the effort to get the necessary whole house water filter replacement cartridges. A survey done by the EPA in 2001 showed that 82,655 city water systems in the U.S. had unsafe drinking water.

Water safety experts at in the EPA know how the drinking of unsafe water can affect the health of those who remain unaware of the dangerous substances in that water. Sometimes water contains radioactive contaminants. When the residents of a home drink water with those contaminants they increase the likelihood that they could develop cancer.

If city water contains antimony, and if that water enters a home unfiltered, then the residents of a home could have rising cholesterol levels or falling blood sugar levels. If city water contains arsenic, then it could cause the unsuspecting city residents who drink that water to have unexplained skin damage or circulatory problems.

If a city water system contains barium, then the physicians in that city might find that a number of patients have a rising blood pressure level. Were those same physicians to inquire about the use of water filters in the home, they could probably link those rising blood pressure levels to the absence of a whole house water filter.

Having emphasized the importance of a whole house water filter, this article needs to offer help to those who plan to purchase whole house water filter replacement cartridges. Those who go in search of such cartridges should know exactly what size they need. Cartridges have varied lengths. The most commonly used cartridges have lengths of 5 inches, 10 inches and 20 inches.

Those in search of whole house water filter replacement cartridges should also know that there are three basic types of filters. Some come with sediment prefilter; some have a high flow carbon filter. Homeowners can also buy a whole house filter with both sediment prefilter and a high flow carbon filter.

Any homeowner with a whole house water filter system should become familiar with the available sources for whole house water filter replacement cartridges. Only the regular replacement of such cartridges can insure the purity and the good taste of water in a home. Only needed replacement cartridges can guarantee the functionality of carbon filters with an ion exchange and of micron filtration.

The homeowner who has purchased a whole house water filter system has made a safe choice. The homeowner who, in addition, regularly takes the time to get whole house water filter replacement cartridges has made the safest choice.

A Guide to Whole House Water Filter Replacement Cartridges is a post from: Water Filters

Yes, I will say it again. If you are going to buy a water filter, the only thing you should look out for is the technology it is based on. The reason is both obvious and simple. Why do you use home water purifiers? To get pure water to drink and to use for other purposes, right? If that is the case, shouldn't you look out for the best technology that can give you pure water? Factors like brand, popularity, and price should take second place

 In order to find out the best water purification technology, you need to compare home water purifiers. So, let us take a look at the three most popular technologies today - reverse osmosis, point of use distillation, and active carbon filtration.

Reverse osmosis - In this method, water is passed through a semi permeable membrane under pressure and any substance that is larger than water molecule is blocked. There are two major disadvantages with this method. One - it cannot remove any contaminant that is smaller in size than water molecules. Two - it tends to destroy the essential minerals present in water. Also, it is pretty expensive. When you compare home water purifiers, you can easily find out that there are far cheaper alternatives available in the market today.

 Point of use distillation - In this method, water is passed through a very hot coil and converted into water vapor. Then it is passed through a cooling chamber and converted into water again. There are two major disadvantages with this method too. One - it is not capable of removing the organic contaminants present in water. Two - like reverse osmosis, it also tends to destroy the essential minerals present in water.

 Active carbon filtration - this is actually a three in one method. It involves active carbon filtration, ion exchange, and sub micron filtration. Unlike the other two methods, this does not have any major disadvantages. It tends to remove all sorts of contaminants present in water and it retains the essential minerals that are good for the body. Most importantly, this is the cheapest of all three methods.

 When you compare home water purifiers, you can easily find out that the combination of active carbon filtration, ion exchange, and sub micron filtration is the best technology by miles. This is also the reason why physicians suggest using water purifiers based on this technology.

 So, you now know how to choose home water purifiers. Now, put your knowledge to good use and go get a good water purifier today. Enjoy the benefit of pure water for years to come.

How To Choose Home Water Purifiers The Correct Way is a post from: Water Filters

 Since there are so many different types of water purifiers available in the market today, it can be extremely confusing to choose the right one at times. Always remember this rule of thumb when it comes to water purification.

 A water purifier must be able to get rid of the contaminants present in water and yet at the same time should not alter the natural taste of water or remove the essential minerals present in it. If you apply this rule when selecting a water purifier you will end up with an excellent choice.

 Before you decide to buy a home purifier water system, you should first get the water tested and find out what kind of contaminants are present in it. This is very important because you should choose a water purifier based on the kind of contaminants present in your water.

 As you know, water purifiers are based on different water purification technologies and their capacity to remove contaminants from water differs a lot. Some water purifiers are very effective at removing inorganic contaminants. Other water purifiers are very effective at removing heavy metals. And some are good at removing cysts and other substances. You need to choose the right kind of water purifier for your home.

 However, if the water you get is highly contaminated, which is true in most cases, you can go for a good home purifier water system based on active carbon block filtration. It usually purifiers water on three levels - granulated active carbon blocks, ion exchange, and micron filtration.

 It is extremely good at removing fungi, algae, bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and other types of contaminants found in water. Also, it does not remove the essential minerals present in water or alter its taste in any way.

 Most importantly, it is cheaper than most other types of water purifiers available in the market today. You can get pure water every day at an affordable rate. What more can you ask for?

 If you do not have a good home water purifier, it might be a good idea to get one as soon as possible. The dangers of drinking contaminated water cannot be stressed enough. Drinking pure water is very good for your long term health. So, make the right decision today.

How To Select The Right Home Water Purifier Using This Rule Of Thumb is a post from: Water Filters

A Guide To Aid Consumers In Choosing An Effective, Cost Efficient, Drinking Water Filtration Unit.

Purchasing a water filter in today's marketplace can be confusing even for the most savvy of consumers. Hopefully this guide will assist you in making the right choice in purchasing any water filtration system.

There are over 400 companies that sell drinking water systems for the treatment of various contaminants. Water filters vary widely in quality, price, and performance. Although hundreds of companies make water filtration devices that can reduce chlorine from water, only a few companies offer drinking water treatment units that are certified to reduce a wide array of contaminants of health concern.

A few companies or their representatives claim their products produce PURE drinking water. I have yet to meet such an animal. No water filter produces PURE water, but some do reduce numerous contaminants to a high degree. Avoid any brand that makes such false claims.

Water filters are like everything else, quality costs money. Quality drinking water purification systems usually cost a few hundred dollars to purchase, but save money in the long run because they produce drinking water for a fraction of the cost as compared to cheap filters.

Cheap filters do little or nothing as far as purifying drinking water. One thing they are good for is costing the consumer a lot of money in purchasing replacement filters. A quality filter will give you years of service and save you money. As a rule of thumb - If it costs less than - Let's say $200.00 - Put it back on the shelf. Do not worry, I am going to show you how you will save more than the $200.00....

Here are a few simple steps to purchasing a quality water filter that will be highly effective, cost efficient, and last for years.

Step 1 - Type Of System

Which application would be best for you - Counter Top - Undersink - Inline - or a Convertable type that can be used as a countertop or be installed undersink?

Counter Top Systems usually install by the use of a valve and rubber hose attached to your existing sink faucet. They do take up some space on the counter. Many people find this to be inconvenient.

Undersink Water Filters install conveniently under the sink and have their own faucet which should be installed at the corner of the sink. They save counter space. Sure beats having a monster sitting on your counter or a hose hanging off your sink faucet. This is the preferred type as it is not only the most convenient but can also be hooked up to an icemaker.

Inline Filters install directly in the line to any appliance that uses water such as an icemaking machine, coffee pots, water coolers, beverage machines, etc.

Convertible - Undersink/Countertop can be used as a countertop or installed as an undersink water filter.

Step 2 - Technology

Determine what you are trying to accomplish by using a water filter. Chlorine reduction only? Bacteria?

Or, do you want to effectively reduce bacterial cysts, chlorine and a wide range of chemical and organic contaminants at the same time. This is what a quality water filter can do.

Another thing to consider is - Do you want to remove the "Healthy Minerals" from your water? Minerals are good for your teeth and bones.

There are a number of different technologies when it comes to water purification. Here are some examples -

Loose Carbon - This is a bacteria factory. Loose carbon allows oxygen to exist within the filter itself which encourages, infact, enhances the growth of bacteria. These filters are very cheap to purchase, but expensive in the long run because the filters have to be replaced frequently.

Distillation - Can be effective on bacteria, sediments, solids, and any organic or chemical contaminant that will not evaporate. There are some chemical contaminants found in water today will evaporate, MTBE is a good example.

Ultraviolet lighting is sometimes used in conjunction with a filter to kill bacteria and has been found to be effective.

Reverse Osmosis - A membrane which reduces radium, fluoride, and numberous other contaminants to a high degree, but it does have it's limitations. There are many contaminants found in water today that will pass through an RO membrane. Reverse Osmosis used in conjunction with a high quality filter can be very effective. Reverse Osmosis does remove the "Healthy Minerals".

Reverse Osmosis alone is capable of reducing a number of contaminants found in drinking water today.  Arsenic, barium, radium, giardia, cryptosporidium, entamoeba, fluoride, lead, nitrates, nitrites, 
selenium and a few others...

Solid Carbon Block - This type of filtration reduces the widest range of chemical contaminants to a very high degree. Some are higher quality than others. The density and high quality of the carbon determine the effectiveness. Water passes through a high quality solid carbon block as a molecule instead of a drop. This means all the water touches the carbon. Therefore all the water is subject to proper filtration. Look for a carbon block which will reduce contaminants to at least 1 micron, preferably 0.5 micron. The smaller the number the better. 

Any high quality solid carbon block will reduce a wide range of contaminants.  Contaminants such as
lead, bacterial cysts, mercury, asbestos, mtbe, and many others. 

Step 3 - Performance

Performance is the key factor. Actually the most important thing to look for in any water filter. Don't waste your money on an ineffective water purification system that simply does not work.

****Carefully read the packaging. Determine which contaminants the manufacturer states the filter will reduce. The label on the product package should state exactly which contaminants it is capable of reducing based on standards set by NSF International.

**** So how do you know if the claims made on the label are correct? If the filters is not certified by the National Sanitation Foundation, put it back on the shelf. Quality water filter manufacturers put their filters through rigorous testing by NSF and are proud to advertise their certification.

**** NSF International tests and certifies drinking water treatment devices to the standard appropriate for the technology of the product. For filtration devices, NSF International may certify the product to improve the aesthetics of the water to Standard 42, the health effect of the water to Standard 53 or both. In addition, NSF has developed an additional testing standard for Reverse Osmosis units, Standard 58.

One other thing I want to mention, be sure the packaging states NSF Certified To Standard 53 for example. If it says "tested to NSF Standards" - This does Not Mean Certified.

If you want to see the actual certification, go to the NSF website: www.nsf.org - Click the consumer block and put in the make and model of the filter. If the filter is actually NSF Certified, you will be able to view the contaminants tested for and certified to remove. This way you can compare different certified filter's performance.

Step 4 - Cost Efficiency

Quality water filters have a long filter life capacity. This is what Saves You Money. Look for a water filter that has a capacity rating of at least 6 months. Understand, this is an estimate. The actual life of the filter depends a lot upon the qualities of your water. If your water has a lot of solids the filter will clog sooner than it is rated. If your water has a high level of contaminants, it will become ineffective sooner. In most cases though, the filter life rating is conservative, meaning the filter will actually outlast the capacity rating. Always keep the filter changed at the recommended intervals, even sooner if possible.

Cheap ineffective filters actually cost more to operate. Having to frequently change the filter cost a lot of money in the long run. 

I hope this article helps you in your quest for a quality water filter!

Read More Articles Concerning Drinking Water, Water Filters, Reverse Osmosis, Tap Water, Bottled Water, Home Water Filtration, Water Contamination, Water Purification, and the Florida Aquifer @ 

http://www.supremedrinkingwatersolutions.com 

Patti Wilson
Water Filtration Consultant

MultiPure Independent Distributor
St Augustine Florida

email:   patti@supremedrinkingwatersolutions.com  

How to Choose the Right Water Filter is a post from: Water Filters

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You might disagree, but hear me out on this. Mineral water benefits are very real and you will be much healthier when you drink mineral water regularly.

Let's start proving that at the simple end by listing the minerals are found in good quality mineral water.

Magnesium, for a start. It's used as the body's stress reducer and it also makes the immune system stronger. Then there is chloride which helps in the digestion process by maintaining and regulating those acids in our stomach and intestines. Sulfate is another life-giving mineral found in good mineral water. It strengthens bones and teeth. Iron is another one, and we must have it to transport oxygen around our body. Then there is calcium, which many mineral waters contain. As we all know it's vital in strengthening teeth and bone mass.

OK, let get some more proof. Let's look closer at that first mineral on the list, magnesium.

It's worth talking about in a little more depth because it plays a key role in many biological processes through its function in enzyme activities.

You can see this by just looking through a short list of the activities where magnesium plays an important part in our health: it is important in energy production, neuromuscular excitability, muscle contraction, blood coagulation, protein and nucleic acid metabolism.

Some people when talking about mineral water benefits go on to claim magnesium should be taken in larger doses as we age, or come under increased stress. Personally I am not sure on that point, but it is clear from research that if we don't have enough magnesium we can have problems with osteoporosis, hypertension and atherosclerotic vascular diseases.

Given all this, there is a rather disturbing trend in the US population health statistics. Since the 1950 magnesium intake has dropped.

One hundred years ago we used to have a daily intake of 450 - 480 mg a day. That had dropped to only 185 - 260 gm in the 1980s. This is dangerously lower than the recommended dietary allowances which are 400 - 420 gm for men and 310 gm for women in their 20s and 320 gm for women over 30 years.

There are thought to be several causes of this drop in intake: we are now eating more refined, fat-rich, processed food; we've away from the rural towns into the cities; and, our lifestyles are now more pressured by the demands of modern jobs.

Whatever the reason, you and your family needs to make sure you're getting enough minerals in your drinking water.

Magnesium-rich mineral waters give significant amounts of calorie-free magnesium. The same goes for all the natural, essential minerals found in pure water. You will be able to take advantage of this for your family if you install one of the good mineral revitalization water purification systems that are on the market.

Notice I said you need a good system. To get the mineral water benefits of magnesium and the other essential minerals, you will need to get a purification system that leaves the minerals in the water. Not all do. Avoid the popular reverse osmosis water purification systems, for example, as they remove dirt and some chemicals but at the same time strip out every single mineral from the water. These essential minerals were dissolved deep in the earth by the water that rises up and eventually becomes our drinking water for a good reason -- they are healthy and nourishing. We absolutely must have them for our bodies to function healthily. So look around and make sure your water purification system will retain those life nourishing essential minerals

Now that you know mineral water benefits are real, I would suggest your next step is to start looking around at the mineral revitalization water purification systems that can deliver them into the glasses your children drink from.

Len McGrane writes about home water purifiers and pure drinking water from his web site, www.pure-drinkingwater.com where he gives advice and helps visitors with home water purifier systems.

Purification System

Purification System is a post from: Water Filters

Purchasing a Water Purifier System for a Healthy Living is a post from: Water Filters

Which water purifier system works best?  Let's look at what water quality should be and what type of water purification system is best for the home.   And importantly what is best for your health.

Water Quality Standards

Standards for public water purification are lacking.  Bottled water is simply tap water that has been run through some sort of water purifier.  The need for in-home water purifiers is real, but not all products really provide pure water. 

What Water Should Be

Pure water should be chemical free.  It should be free of illness causing bacteria.  The mineral content and pH level should be well balanced.  It should taste and smell good.  The more you learn about public water treatment facilities, the more you realize that what they do can not be called water purification.

Be Careful!

So, the in-home water purifier has become popular and you find them attached to kitchen faucets and sitting on kitchen counters in homes around the country.  Every company claims that their products are the best water purifiers in the world.  The truth is that some of them are not actually water purifiers at all.

A very popular product sold on the home shopping network for around $40.  Since, pure is a part of the companies brand name, people bought the units for in home water purification.  It just seemed logical.

What a number of dissatisfied customers learned was that the so-called water purifier did nothing but remove some of the chlorine and odor.  That’s not what water purification is.  Good water purifiers can do so much more.
  
Chlorine and other Contaminants

Chlorine in the drinking water is a problem that most American’s face, but it is not the only contaminant found in tap water.  Consumer protection agencies estimate that there are some 2400 cancer causing chemicals in tap water.  The best water purifiers can remove them all.

Lead Found in Water Supplies

In some areas, lead has been found in the drinking water.  Lead is a toxic metal that builds up in our bodies over time.  By the time you have symptoms of lead poisoning; the damage has already been done.  How could a product that does not block lead honestly be called a water purifier?

The company mentioned above says that it does not claim to sell water purifiers.  So, if a customer misunderstands, it’s their own fault.  But, in the TV ads, people would drink the water and say things like, “Wow!  That tastes pure.”  Really?

Eventually, the Federal Trade Commission might bring charges against them for false advertising or misleading statements.  Over the years, a number of “water purification” systems have been brought up on charges.  One, a product made by Company N, actually added a toxic chemical to tap water.  Water purifiers should not add.  They should take out the bad and leave the good.

Reverse Osmosis? – The Truth

Another system that is considered an effective water purifier is reverse osmosis.  Reverse osmosis systems for home use cost around $10,000.  They are the most expensive products on the market.  The problem is that they take out the good and leave some of the bad.  They reduce particles, like mud.  They de-mineralize water.  But, they cannot block chemicals like pesticides.  So, even if you buy a reverse osmosis water purifier, you would also have to install carbon activated filters to block chemicals, and you would still be drinking de-mineralized water, which is bad for your health.

There are a number of technologically advanced water purifier systems on the market and they are affordable.  You just have to do a little research, so that you don’t buy an ineffective product.  For more information see my website for the water purifier system that works best.  -Larry L. Taylor

Which Water Purifier System Works Best? is a post from: Water Filters

Boiling, one of the oldest methods of water purification kills most micro organisms. Many households in India still use the candle water filters. But with the fast moving lives nobody has got the time to purify water manually. And above all, mechanized water purification systems are considered to be more reliable. So your safety is in your own hands and it becomes your foremost duty to buy a water purifier for your family’s safety. But choosing a water purifier can a tricky thing, let me help you out.

TYPES OF WATER PURIFIERS

Storage Type

In the storage type water purifiers a large quantity of water is stored at a time and used later when required. This type of storage is very helpful in places facing water shortage.

Direct Flow Type

This type of water purifier can be used at a place where there’s whole day water supply and very common in households. In this type of water purifier, the purifier is directly connected to the tap and you are saved from the hassles of water storage.

FEATURES Flow Rate

When purchasing a water purifier, always look out for flow rate. The flow rate should not be much as it will easily allow bacteria to pass through the system. The most suitable filter is that in which the water flowing capacity is a liter per minute.

Body

The body of a water purifier should be light-weighted, rust-proof, durable and attractive. Water purifiers are available in various materials.

PURIFICATION METHOD

There are different stages of water purification used by Water Purifiers, some have three and some have five water purifying stages. Higher number of purification levels ensures cleaner water.

Few stages of water purification are:

Pre Filter Purification- A micron pre-filter is to remove silt, dust particles from the water before it enters the main filter of purification unit.

Candle Filter Purification- The micro porous candle filter removes all suspended impurities.

Health and Taste Cartridge- The health cartridge helps in disinfecting the water from bacterial and virus infections. The taste cartridge absorbs elements such as excess chlorine and impurities like pesticides, herbicides from water making it hygienically clean.

Reverse Osmosis Technology- Reverse osmosis separation technology removes dissolved impurities from water. The RO system removes impurities as well as desalinizes the water. RO is must in places where there is hard water supply.

Ultrafiltration and Nanofiltration- These processes removes dissolved solids ranging from the size 0.005-0.1 microns and 0.0009-0.007 microns. They are capable of removing solids, bacteria and viruses. They are mainly used in large water plants or liquid treatment plants. It’s rarely found in domestic water purification.

There are many brands available in the market with varying prices suiting all pockets. Some of the companies are: Eureka Forbes, Philips, Hindustan Lever, Whirlpool and Kent, which deal in all kinds of water purifiers with adequate warranty. The new formula for healthy life is: Drinking clean water can keep you away from doctor.

Buying Guide for Water Purifiers is a post from: Water Filters

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH HOME COUNTERTOP MICRO WATER FILTER PURIFICATION SYSTEM US $1,295.00

IONIC DRINKING WATER PURIFICATION DISTILLATION SYSTEM MICRO FILTER REFRIGERATOR US $1,295.00

HOME COUNTERTOP MICRO WATER FILTER PURIFICATION SYSTEM US $699.99

Water Purification Technology - a Look at 6 Methods of Water Purification

Let's face it, there are a lot of elements involved in the latest water purification technology. The methods of water purification have changed over the years. The technology has gotten better and new techniques have evolved. Here, we look at water purification technology, both old and new.

Here are some of the methods of water purification that exist today.

1. Distillation was one of the first methods of water purification, but it still deserves mention. You bring the liquid to a boil, in order to turn it into vapor. It is sent to another container and then allowed to cool. All impurities with a boiling point above 100°C remain in the original container, but any impurities with a boiling point near or below 100°C pass through to the secondary container. So, some chemical contaminants are not removed with this water purification technology.

2. Activated carbon filtration is a water purification technology that removes chemical contaminants by taking out many compounds. When used as home filters sometimes a little silver is added, causing the release of silver ions for an anti bacterial effect. When silver is used, the water purification technology is referred to as GAC or granular activated carbon. Chemicals and other contaminants are trapped on the surface of the filter.

3. Sub micron filtration is one of the better methods of water purification. This can be achieved with either a synthetic membrane or a ceramic one which could be reused up to fifty times with regular cleaning. It offers 100% cyst removal and 99.99% E Coli removal. Cysts are bacterial contaminants during the spore stage of development when they are particularly resistant to chlorine. Silver is used in this water purification technology, as well, because of its anti bacterial effect.

4. Reverse osmosis is a water purification process where a liquid is pressurized mechanically and run through a semi porous membrane to clean out debris. The disadvantages are that it is slow and wasteful. Also if the membranes are not cleaned often, they develop algae.

5. Electro-deionization is usually one of the methods of water purification, that must be followed by additional steps to provide something safe to drink. This water purification technology involves a system called "ion exchange". It has no effect on "non-ionic" contaminates, which include microbes, bacteria and cysts.

6. Ultra-filtration is one of the newer methods of water purification. It uses a chemically formed artificial membrane customized to target specific types of micro organisms dependent upon their size.

In order to be complete, a water purification technology must include numerous steps. You may already see why. Some methods of water purification disinfect or kill bacteria, while other methods remove chemical contaminants.

Public treatment facilities usually use chlorine for disinfection. Then, at the point of use, aware citizens will use carbon filtration to remove the chlorine. Thus, today's water purification technology actually includes the public utilities and the general public. Are you doing your share to help?

About the Author

Monti Sheppard is a natural health advocate and a researcher of water filter systems. To discover how to get fresh safe water for life, visit www.NaturalPurifiedWater.com

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