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Nitrates in Water Test Results: What Does This Mean?
Do you know what’s in your drinking water? If you don’t, you’re not alone! Most Americans don’t know what’s in their water. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 3 Americans lacks access to clean drinking water. Nitrate is one thing that may be in your water. Nitrates in water can be found in the surface and groundwater. It’s
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Mercury in Water Supply: How It Gets There and the Effect
Do you know what could be lurking in your water? Most people, especially those who get their water from public treatment systems, assume it’s safe to drink. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. The EPA has set standards for more than 90 contaminants in water, which could lead to adverse health effects. Although rare, mercury in water is among the most harmful contaminants
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Does Ammonia In Water Affect My Health and Home?
Are you worried about ammonia in the water? When ammonia is naturally occurring, its levels in water are low. High ammonia levels may be present in tap water due to human activities such as farming. It is also a key ingredient in many industrial products, fertilizers, and cleaning products. So, does ammonia in water affect my health and home? Low
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Is Copper in Water Bad For You? What Causes It?
Are you worried about copper contamination in your water? Is copper in water bad for you? In a nutshell, copper is not bad for you if it’s within the recommended limits. The natural amount of copper in water is not usually enough to cause harm. However, it can sometimes be a problem if the water is corrosive or if there
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Does Reverse Osmosis Remove PFAS? An Answer To Clean Water
There has been an increase in products containing PFAS in recent years. PFAS exposure leads to serious health effects. Unfortunately, these chemicals have found their way into drinking water. People are looking for an effective way to remove the chemicals from their water to make it safe. So, does reverse osmosis remove PFAS? Yes. Reverse osmosis (RO) can remove PFAS
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What Causes Arsenic in Well Water? Find Out Today!
As a well owner, it’s your responsibility to maintain the quality of your well water. The best and most important thing is to test your water for contaminants. One common problem you may encounter is arsenic in well water. In a national study of groundwater quality by the USGS, nearly half of the wells tested had arsenic levels of 1 µg/L or greater.
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My Water Tastes Like Metal, What Gives? Find Out Why.
Hearing your water tastes like metal? It can be cause for alarm, as some causes may indicate containments that can lead to health issues, though others may be harmless. Learning about the causes, containments, and treatments for metallic water taste can help you address the issue appropriately. What Causes Metallic Water Taste? There are a few different explanations for why
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Heavy Metals in Water: How Do They Get In Our Drinking Water?
We all know that water is essential to life. However, when the same water gets contaminated, it becomes a threat to humans and agroecosystems. Heavy metals in water are among the pollutants that are highly toxic to humans. In this article, we’ll look at how heavy metals can contaminate your water and what health effects they can have. What Are
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Do Refrigerator Water Filters Remove PFAS From My Water?
Do you ever wonder what’s in your drinking water? The answer for those in the U.S. is probably “not much.” American water is one of the safest in the world, thanks to our rigorous treatment and filtration standards. However, even though our water is mostly safe, some contaminants can still slip through. One of these is PFAS (per-and poly-fluoroalkyl
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Fridge Water Filter: Do They Even Filter My Water?
A fridge water filter may seem like a frivolous purchase, but if you’re worried about the quality of your water, it’s worth considering. However, it will depend on the contaminants you want to filter. The demand for filters has been increasing daily. The demand for filters has been increasing daily. According to statistics, in the year 2022, the global fridge water filter market
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