Pros and Cons of Gravity Water Filters Here is a list of the biggest advantages and disadvantages of gravity water filters. Cons You might sometimes find that there are parts that can be expensive to replace. So make sure you always handle the unit with care. Getting a very cheap gravity water filter may mean…
Issues and Problems with Carbon-Based Water Filters If the filter cartridge is left unused for an extended period, such as 4 weeks, it may become clogged and its contents may harden, especially if it hasn’t been soaked in water and allowed to dry. If this occurs, bacteria can potentially accumulate and multiply. While it’s unlikely…
The Biggest Problems With Using Plants to Purify Water And Soil Although it is possible to effectively use plants to purify water, there are somethings you should consider: You can only use plants to filter water in shallow water or at the very least, at the depth at which roots can penetrate. Using plants to filter…
Salt Water Cleanse Dangers! When considering all of the potential health benefits of drinking salt water everyday also consider the dangers. By far the biggest danger is consuming too much salt in a way that your kidneys can not cope. This is why it’s always better to err on the side of caution and use…
Distilled Water vs Purified Water? Well, for better or for worse, there are so many different kinds of water that you can buy today. The choice is ridiculous and some might say unnecessary. Today, you can buy everything from spring, purified, filtered, hydrogenated, reverse osmosis, distilled and alkaline water. This doesn’t even include the bewildering…
Top 8 Distilled Water Dangers Here are some of the biggest problems that people worry about when they think about drinking and using distilled water for every day activities: 1. Distilled Water Is ‘Empty’ Distilled water is empty of everything. Bacteria, particles, debris, contaminants, minerals, nutrients, everything. However, your body needs certain minerals like chloride, potassium…
Before discussing 9 unique distilled water uses, let’s face it because it’s a fact, every single human being needs water to live. While it is possible to go without food for several weeks, you can’t last more than a few days without water. This fact is explained by Randall K. Packer, a professor from George Washington…
The Biggest Problems of DIY Desalination There is very little doubt that DIY desalination can be effective. However, there are some potential issues that you should be aware of: A big draw back is the amount of time it takes. This issue is even more annoying when you consider that DIY methods only produce a…
Drinking Salt Water Effects The main reason saltwater is dangerous lies in your body’s (especially your kidneys’) inability to process the salt effectively. Have you ever had a little too much to drink when out with friends one night and you find your reactions become slower and thoughts become muddled? This is all down to…
How to Make a Homemade DIY Water Filter There are many different ways to make a homemade DIY water filter but this article will only highlight a few. The only common thing with all of them is that they are easy to do and include materials you can easily find at home. The following sections…
Why filter water? Well for a start, many things in life are replaceable but your health and the health of your family isn’t. Research shows that contaminated poor quality water is responsible for making around 1.1 million people unwell every year. Unsafe water can come from many different sources so you must always be vigilant….
Is It Safe To Drink Hard Water? Is hard water safe to drink? Technically, yes. Consuming small amounts of magnesium and calcium should not cause you any harm. Especially if the rest of the water is clean and free of any harmful contaminants. The real issue of “hardness” is the effect and nuisance it causes…