Chlorine In Tap Water
by Filterfor Fridge FilterforfridgeThe two-sided effect of chlorine - when the benefit of
saving lives comes with some dangerous side effects.
A necessary evil
The highly effective antibacterial effect of chlorine
justifies its active use by authorities around the world as a water treatment
agent. Disinfection keeps dangerous bacteria and viruses away from tap water as
it flows through pipes to our homes. Chlorine effectively removes these
threats, but although its use has certain benefits, there are side effects. We
should be aware of these before consuming chlorinated water from the tap and
using it for bathing or other household needs.
Carcinogenic
by-products
Chlorine and its hazardous organic by-products are a
significant cancer risk factor. Chlorine water from the tap becomes even more
dangerous during heating because the toxic compounds are synthesized under high-temperature conditions. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warns * about
the link between long-term consumption of chlorine by-products, such as
trihalomethanes (chloroform).
Studies also show a correlation with bladder, kidney and
colon cancer. Researchers are particularly warning pregnant women against using
tap water to avoid congenital defects and an increased risk of miscarriage. It
is important to understand that both types of contact, bathing/showering, as
well as chlorine water consumption,
Virtual well-being
Continuous exposure to chlorine in shower water can lead to
several visible skin abnormalities, from dryness and frequent outbreaks of
acne, to premature aging and severe allergies **. The skin and hair are most
visibly affected; the skin loses its natural moisture and becomes dehydrated.
The hair can lose its shine, it becomes rough and dry. Other more serious
changes can accumulate unobserved inside the body. Children are particularly at
risk because they are extremely sensitive to water quality.
How to reduce
exposure to chlorine in tap water
Start by adopting a solution for drinking and cooking water.
As the first step for immediate removal of chlorine and its by-products, you can
start using a Filter For fridge
filter mug. It is not a large investment and does not require any installation,
so you can use it immediately and, despite its seemingly simple appearance, it
is created based on solid technology.
Then you can think of a wide range of water filtration
products from Filter For fridge. To
ensure that you do not expose your body to chlorine while bathing, it may be
necessary to use a high-quality filtration system throughout the home. It
requires professional installation, but it provides you with the clean,
chlorine-free water you need for washing and all other household uses.
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