subject: Finding The Best Chloramine Filter For Pure and Healthy Water [print this page] Finding The Best Chloramine Filter For Pure and Healthy Water
There's no doubt about it, a chloramine filter is fast becoming a necessity rather than a luxury. With 1 in 5 Americans already having their water disinfected this way, let me show you how to find the most effective chloramine filter and also what other dangers this toxin poses to your health.
Chloramine a mixture of chlorine and ammonia and is becoming more popular because it stays in the water for longer and removes more harmful organisms.
The reason you need a chloramine filter is not just for the chloramine but also to remove the by-products like THMs and lead. What this toxin does is leach lead from the pipes and fittings in your home, raising the levels of this toxic carcinogen.
It is very hard to get rid of and cannot be removed by boiling, distilling or by standing uncovered. The only type of filtration systems that are able to remove it are activated granular carbon ones that use a dual filtration system.
The reverse osmosis ones are not able to remove much more that the water utilities do and often suggest adding a carbon filter. This is a waste of money as you only need the carbon step in the first place!
There are also an estimated two thousand or so toxic chemicals in the water today and any filter you use must be capable of removing them as well. These include pesticides, pharmaceuticals, prescription drugs, arsenic and VOCs.
Very few studies have been carried out on chloramine, unlike chlorine, and even the EPA describes it as a very toxic substance that should be removed before consumption. It can be especially a problem when showering.
Studies have shown that when you take a short shower, you can inhale more toxins like chloroform (chlorine in a gaseous form) than you could by drinking a few liters of unfiltered water.
When looking for the best chloramine filter, look for the dual filtration carbon block types as they can remove 99% of the chloramine, chlorine, lead and THMs along with most of the other harmful chemicals in your drinking water.
Apart from the obvious health advantages, you will also notice your hair becoming softer and your skin smoother as the natural moisture content increases.
Now you know how to find the most effective chloramine filter, you can soon look forward to having great tasting and pure water for your family.
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