PureH2O™ Water Filter Sports Bottle

Frequently Asked Questions About The PureH2O Water Filter Sports Bottle?

What is TDS?

TDS is an acronym for Total Dissolved Solids, the total measurement by weight of all solids that are dissolved in water. The dissolved solids in water are primarily calcium and magnesium and would not be a measurement of contamination. Tests that measure the conductivity of water (often used by companies selling reverse osmosis and distillation system) only give a rough estimate of dissolved solids, mostly minerals, and do not show water quality. Implying that these tests show water quality is highly misleading and unethical.

Is chlorine harmful?

Chlorine was first added to a community water system in 1908 in Chicago and was instrumental in eliminating many types of water-borne diseases such as cholera and typhoid fever. Prior to chlorination, many major cities had death tolls of one in 1000 people from Typhoid alone. Chlorine has been used to disinfect municipal water for over 80 years and has had some positive effects on public health. In the 1970s, it was discovered that chlorine, when added to water, forms Trihalomethanes (chlorinated by-products) by combining with certain naturally-occurring organic matter such as vegetation and algae. In 1992, the American Journal of Public Health published a report that indicated certain unhealthy effects associated with consuming chlorinated water. This report also stated that much of these effects were due to showering in chlorinated water. The effects of drinking chlorinated water have been debated for decades. However, most experts now agree that there are some significant risks related to consuming chlorine and chlorinated by-products in drinking water.

Why do some areas test negative for chlorine?

Virtually all city water systems contain some level of chlorine. The level will vary based on outdoor temperature, the season, distance from water utility and current usage. While chlorine may sometimes be undetectable on a certain day with a standard OTO test kit, that level can change dramatically day to day. In addition, some cities use ammonia at certain times as a disinfectant in order to reduce chlorination byproducts. Without chlorine, the dangers of water borne disease would be too significant. An undetectable chlorine level, on a certain day, does not eliminate the need for an effective home filtration system.

What are VOCs?

VOC is an acronym for Volatile Organic Chemicals are synthetic compounds that turn into vapor at relatively low temperatures. VOCs typically vaporize at a much lower temperature than water. Most synthetic chemicals found in water, such as pesticides and herbicides, are VOCs.

Do water treatment products require FDA approval?

No. However, the certifications that apply to the PureH2O™ water filter products require proof that all wet component materials meet FDA requirements for food grade materials. The performance claims of the PureH2O water filter products have been validated and certified by third-party, independent testing and include toxicology extraction tests to show no harmful release of any substance into the filtered water.

What are the benefits of magnetic water treatment?

While there are manufacturers that make beneficial claims for magnetic water treatment, there are no credible studies or documentation that magnetics offer any measurable benefits for drinking water, consumers should beware of undocumented claims.

How do you know if there are contaminants in your water?

All public water systems contain some level of one or more unhealthful chemicals. Regulations only require periodic testing of about 90 chemicals. There are now more than 75,000 chemicals used in our society with over 1000 new ones being developed each year. Contaminant levels fluctuate throughout the year, making it impossible to know the actual level of contamination in a central water system. So far, over 2100 toxic chemicals have been detected in America's water systems.

How can I find out what water quality my city has?

Simply go to this site and it will give you information on your local water quality.

http://www.epa.gov/safewater/dwinfo/index.html

Frequently Asked Questions About The PureH2O Water Filter Sports Bottle?

What is TDS?

TDS is an acronym for Total Dissolved Solids, the total measurement by weight of all solids that are dissolved in water. The dissolved solids in water are primarily calcium and magnesium and would not be a measurement of contamination. Tests that measure the conductivity of water (often used by companies selling reverse osmosis and distillation system) only give a rough estimate of dissolved solids, mostly minerals, and do not show water quality. Implying that these tests show water quality is highly misleading and unethical.

Is chlorine harmful?

Chlorine was first added to a community water system in 1908 in Chicago and was instrumental in eliminating many types of water-borne diseases such as cholera and typhoid fever. Prior to chlorination, many major cities had death tolls of one in 1000 people from Typhoid alone. Chlorine has been used to disinfect municipal water for over 80 years and has had some positive effects on public health. In the 1970s, it was discovered that chlorine, when added to water, forms Trihalomethanes (chlorinated by-products) by combining with certain naturally-occurring organic matter such as vegetation and algae. In 1992, the American Journal of Public Health published a report that indicated certain unhealthy effects associated with consuming chlorinated water. This report also stated that much of these effects were due to showering in chlorinated water. The effects of drinking chlorinated water have been debated for decades. However, most experts now agree that there are some significant risks related to consuming chlorine and chlorinated by-products in drinking water.

Why do some areas test negative for chlorine?

Virtually all city water systems contain some level of chlorine. The level will vary based on outdoor temperature, the season, distance from water utility and current usage. While chlorine may sometimes be undetectable on a certain day with a standard OTO test kit, that level can change dramatically day to day. In addition, some cities use ammonia at certain times as a disinfectant in order to reduce chlorination byproducts. Without chlorine, the dangers of water borne disease would be too significant. An undetectable chlorine level, on a certain day, does not eliminate the need for an effective home filtration system.

What are VOCs?

VOC is an acronym for Volatile Organic Chemicals are synthetic compounds that turn into vapor at relatively low temperatures. VOCs typically vaporize at a much lower temperature than water. Most synthetic chemicals found in water, such as pesticides and herbicides, are VOCs.

Do water treatment products require FDA approval?

No. However, the certifications that apply to the PureH2O™ water filter products require proof that all wet component materials meet FDA requirements for food grade materials. The performance claims of the PureH2O water filter products have been validated and certified by third-party, independent testing and include toxicology extraction tests to show no harmful release of any substance into the filtered water.

What are the benefits of magnetic water treatment?

While there are manufacturers that make beneficial claims for magnetic water treatment, there are no credible studies or documentation that magnetics offer any measurable benefits for drinking water, consumers should beware of undocumented claims.

How do you know if there are contaminants in your water?

All public water systems contain some level of one or more unhealthful chemicals. Regulations only require periodic testing of about 90 chemicals. There are now more than 75,000 chemicals used in our society with over 1000 new ones being developed each year. Contaminant levels fluctuate throughout the year, making it impossible to know the actual level of contamination in a central water system. So far, over 2100 toxic chemicals have been detected in America's water systems.

How can I find out what water quality my city has?

Simply go to this site and it will give you information on your local water quality.

http://www.epa.gov/safewater/dwinfo/index.html