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January 29, 2025 3 min read
It's no secret anymore—our water isn't as clean or pure as we once thought. Recent studies and documentaries like How to Poison A Planet have highlighted the hidden contaminants lurking in our drinking water. From microplastics and heavy metals to chemicals like PFAS, these pollutants have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons.
The good news is there is a way to avoid these nasties.
In this blog, we dive into why the most recently researched contaminant (PFAS, also known as forever chemicals) is such a big deal, how they've found their way into our water, and how you can filter them out for good.
PFAS stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a family of human-made chemicals developed in the 1940s. Initially created to make life a little easier, PFAS can be found in products like non-stick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics, and firefighting foams. But, like that houseguest who doesn't leave, PFAS sticks around. They persist in the environment and our bodies for centuries, posing long-term health risks.
These chemicals earned the nickname 'forever chemicals' because they don't break down naturally in the environment. Worse still, they can accumulate in our bodies over time. Research links PFAS exposure to several health concerns, including hormonal disruptions, weakened immune systems, and even certain cancers.
Did you know Australia has been flagged as a PFAS hotspot, with these chemicals detected above safe drinking water guidelines in some regions? According to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), "Nearly all people in the U.S., including newborns, have PFAS in their blood." Yikes!
PFAS sound like chemicals reserved for industrial sites or far-off factories, so how do they end up in our drinking water? When PFAS products break down, they leach into soil, water, and air, eventually finding their way into your local water supply. Industrial waste, runoff from firefighting foams, and even household products containing PFAS, like mascara and bandaids, contribute to the contamination.
Once in the water, these chemicals are tough to remove without the right filtration system. Unfortunately, conventional water treatment facilities often can't do the job. It's like trying to use a spaghetti strainer to catch sugar—not very effective.
Living in a world where PFAS is practically unavoidable can feel overwhelming. However, we found an easy-to-install "screw on tap" filter designed to keep out not only PFAS but up to 90 other nasties, including microplastics, heavy metals, chlorine, rust, and up to 90% of fluoride! It uses a 5-stage nanofiltration technologyfilter with activated carbon technology to trap up to 99% of these unregulated chemical contaminants, giving you clean, tasty water free of pollutants.
Learn more here
At Go For Zero, we empower you to make better choices for your health and the environment. Tappwater's products align perfectly with our values of sustainability (yes, they come with refills) and toxin-free living.
By switching to these filters, you reduce your exposure to PFAS and other harsh nasties, cut down on single-use plastics (goodbye, bottled water or big Brita filters!), and support a cleaner, greener planet.
You can take control of what goes into your body! I can't wait to hear what you think about your TappWater.
With love,
Ellie
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