A recent study showed that traditional bottled water had no fewer contaminants than tap water. Isn’t that why most people drink bottled water? Surely, not because they want to add to the ever increasing landfill and pollution problem. If you’re concerned with contaminants and you want the convenience of a bottle, the […]

Everyone drinks water and everyone knows water is good for our bodies. But drinking tap water is very harmful to our body. While drinking water benefits our body, we cancel it out when drinking tap water. Did you know that there are over 2,000 contaminants in most tap water? These can […]

For starters, 1.5 million barrels of oil in the US are used to make water bottles from polyethylene terephthalate each year. Not to mention that 86% of those bottles created are sent to landfills or incinerated serving no long term purpose and destroying our environment. Many times, bottled water is manufactured and shipped long distances, like the 1.4 […]

The FDA trusts bottled water companies testing filtering systems, and has refused to require lab certification. FDA regulations specify that either “qualified bottling plant personnel” or “competent commercial laboratories” use approved water quality test methods. The FDA and it does not require that such personnel or laboratories be certified or otherwise establish their qualifications to do the required tests. […]

There are all kinds of dangers lurking in the water and a Great White Shark is the least of the traveler’s worries. Montezuma’s Revenge, the popular name for the effect that microbes in the local water supply can have on travelers, ruins an estimated 40% of overseas vacations. Don’t let it ruin yours!
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While it is true that boiled water is biologically pure water, it should not be relied upon as the sole source of drinking water. Once again, the problem is availability. Most travelers do not have a stove and pan at the ready when they need water, and it is never wise to be dependent on […]

We all know the dangers of chlorine and heavy metals from water to make safe drinking water. We use water filters wherever we go, and carry water bottles with filters around and drink clean water all the time. But what about Fido and Duchess, our family pets? They need fresh water too! Now your dogs and […]

A portable water purifier that has the ability to absorb and remove lead from drinking water is a must according to the EPA. The EPA warns “Lead is commonly used in household plumbing materials and water service lines.” They go on to say that lead in drinking water can cause adverse health effects, especially in […]

If you are served by a community water system, by July of each year you should receive a consumer confidence reporting on water quality. These reports are designed to show you how safe and what problems may have occurred in the previous year. These reports are usually mailed to homeowners or posted on building bulletin […]

Water Bottle Filter products are totally revolutionary products. The idea that a filter can be placed into a simple, easy to use, portable bottle has actually been around for decades. Originally started by the US Government, Portable Water Filters and the advanced technology needed to make them work correctly can change the way you drink […]