Category Archives: Water Purification

the process of removing contaminants from water for drinking or bathing purposes

Pex Pipe Leaches Carcinogens Into Drinking Water

Posted on July 23, 2019 by James McMahon

 I found this alarming article demonstrating that pex pipe leaches carcinogens into drinking water. People who call me about water purification often ask what type of pipes I prefer in a home. My answer is copper. Some people think that copper … Continue reading →

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Unregulated Pesticides in Drinking Water are more Dangerous

Posted on February 11, 2019 by James McMahon

It turns out that unregulated pesticides in drinking water are more dangerous than previously known. For some years I’ve been warning about the presence of unregulated pesticides in drinking water. This occurs where there is farming upstream of you if … Continue reading →

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How to Remove PFAs from Water

Posted on February 8, 2019 by James McMahon

PFAs are present in 99% of people tested. This article talks about their prevalence and how to remove PFAs from water in your house. PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances were invented in the 1950s. They are used in products … Continue reading →

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Bacteria in Your Showerhead Can Make You Sick

Posted on February 7, 2019 by James McMahon

A recent study has revealed a link between bacteria residing in your showerhead and lung infections. The study shows that bacteria in your showerhead can make you sick.  One type of mycobacteria can cause a lung infection if inhaled while … Continue reading →

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Are you eating organic food but drinking tap water?

Posted on December 25, 2018 by James McMahon

Are you eating organic food but drinking tap water? Many of use eat organic food for the purpose of avoiding pesticides and other additives. I know I do. But did you know these same chemicals you’re attempting to avoid may … Continue reading →

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Amoeba in Tap Water Kills Woman in Seattle

Posted on December 11, 2018 by James McMahon

An Amoeba in tap water kills woman in Seattle. How can you protect yourself? The death of a woman in Seattle from an amoeba in her tap water has people wondering how to protect themselves. This is apparently the second … Continue reading →

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When Buying A Whole House Water Filter Size Is Important

Posted on October 27, 2018 by James McMahon

When buying a whole house water filter size is important. One aspect of water treatment seldom mentioned to consumers is contact time. Incoming water must remain in contact with the carbon in your filter for a certain amount of time in order … Continue reading →

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Bacteria in City Water Causing Sickness and Death

Posted on November 13, 2017 by James McMahon

Bacteria in City Water is causing sickness and death. Illness and Deaths due to contaminated city water has increaased, according to new reports by the Center for Disease Control. Interestingly, most of the problems stem from bacteria, in particular Legionella, which was … Continue reading →

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63 Million People Exposed to Toxins in Drinking Water

Posted on August 15, 2017 by James McMahon

The best water filter is the one that removes the contaminants in your water. Just today an article came out discussing the fact that some 63 million people have been exposed to dangerous toxins in their water during the past … Continue reading →

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Drinking Water Affects the Health of Young Men

Posted on August 14, 2017 by James McMahon

People are not taking the problems with drinking water seriously enough. Perhaps you are …. because you’re reading this article. But most people are not. There are two big news items out just this week that pertain to tap water. … Continue reading →

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