Pure Water – A Foundation For Good Health

Most of us know drinking pure water is essential to life – so what is in our water that is potentially harmful to our health?

Chlorine and lead is in everybody’s water, but there are also traces of pesticides, herbicides, industrial solvents and bacteria. Almost every chemical we use in our society works its way into our water supplies.

What people are not aware of is that municipal water treatment does not take those contaminants out. The treatment only kills certain bacteria and removes the visible particles, it does not take out synthetic organic chemicals, this needs to be done in our own homes.

What can these chemicals do to our bodies?

Synthetic organic chemicals increase the risk of degenerative disease and cancer. Almost all types of cancer are linked to increased exposure to synthetic organic chemicals such as pesticides, herbicides, chlorine and trihalomethanes, which are added when chlorine is put in to our water. Colon cancer, bladder cancer and breast cancer have all been directly linked to an increased consumption of synthetic chemicals.

What to do…

Bottled water?

Bottled water does not necessarily mean that you are getting chemical free water and the common misconception is that bottled water is purer than tap water. There are fewer regulations governing bottled water than tap water and most studies show that bottled water contains most of the chemicals that tap water does. Furthermore, any liquid that is stored in a plastic bottle is going to contain some of the chemicals from the plastic that leach into the water, which some studies have shown contain carcinogenic properties.

The environmental consequences of bottled water are tragic and statistics show that 60 million plastic bottle are thrown into landfills every day in America alone, where it takes thousands of years for the plastic to decompose.  Filtering your water in your own home and decanting it into environmentally friendly glass or stainless steel reusable bottles can not only save you money, but will go a long way to reducing the devastating impact that plastic is having on our environment.

The only way to get chemical free water is to filter it in your own home…

The benefits:

•    Less expensive
•    More convenient
•    Better quality
•    Environmentally friendly

You can fill your own reusable bottles right at your kitchen sink with a good quality home water filter, giving you pure, healthy filtered water at a tenth of the price.

What about the water we bathe and shower in?

Recent studies published in the American Journal of Public Health and reports published by the World Health Organization show that we take in three times more chemicals when we shower than we do from drinking water.

The steam from the shower opens the pores of the skin, making it extremely porous and prone to absorbing all the chemicals that exists in the water. Futhermore we inhale these chemicals into our lungs, so at the very least it is important to make sure that the water we are bathing and showing in is filtered and chemical free.

A standard water testing kit available from any pool supply shop will allow you to test the chlorine levels in your water at home. When we conducted our own tests on tap water, the results showed the water to be on the borderline of what is considered safe to swim in, so anyone can see the potential harm of drinking and bathing in unfiltered tap water.

What should we do in our homes?

Filter your water…

There’s many ways to filter your water at home:

Point of use water filtration - a water filter can be installed in the kitchen, either on the kitchen bench attached to your existing tap, or under the benchtop with a separate tap, providing you with fresh, pure water for drinking and cooking.

Shower filtration - a shower filter can be easily installed in your bathroom to ensure you are bathing in clean, chemical free water, reducing the amount of toxins absorbed through the skin. These filters can also reduce the flow of water, saving you money on your water bills.

Central filtration - a whole house water filter can be installed very easily and economically, ensuring that all the water entering your entire household, which is used in the bathroom, kitchen and laundry, is clean and chemical free.

Aquasana has a superb range of extremely effective and affordable water filtration products, available here at Vitality 4 Life.

Aquasana Countertop Water Filter
Aquasana Shower Water Filter
Aquasana Whole House Water Filter
Aquasana Glass Water Bottles

Which water is right for you?

There are many different types of water filtration available to consumers nowadays which raises the question, how do you know which water is right for you? Below is a brief description on each type of filtration we offer, to help make this complex decision a little easier for you...

Health and Water

The importance of “healthy water” and where to get it may very well be the most beneficial health information any of us can learn. Home water filtration is no longer a luxury… it’s a necessity!

Why I Drink Distilled Water

As one of the greatest solvents known, water helps prepare substances for transport across cell membranes and/or distribution through our bodies by way of blood and lymph. Find out how Distilled Water helps this even more.

Distillation systems remove Volatile Organic Compounds

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) which may be present in tap water normally boil off and vaporize during the warm-up cycle and are vented into the air. If any VOCs carry over with the distillate, they can be effectively removed with an optional carbon post filter.

Carbon enhances taste and purity by adsorption, aeration and degasification. Many ordinary tap waters contain virtually no or extremely low levels of VOCs. Most VOCs are measured in parts per billion and are virtually undetectable when vented during the distillation cycle. Far more VOCs may be discharged into the air from running hot tap water or from a hot shower. If airborne volatiles are still a concern, use of a carbon prefilter will significantly reduce VOCs prior to distillation. The distiller could also be used in a remote location (i.e., garage, laundry or a water proof outdoor area).

Most quality countertop, batch type distillers have coconut shell carbon post filtration to effectively remove VOCs. Another option to consider would be a direct line hookup, fully automatic distiller with an in-line carbon prefilter.NOTE: Carbon filtration before distillation is highly recommended if there are known or suspected high concentrations of VOCs where you live.

The distillation process

Discover the distillation process and how bacteria and metal compounds are removed from your drinking water.

Water 4 Life Program

The Water-4-Life program is a very unique and important feature of Aquasana Water Systems. Like any filter, whether it be the filter in your central heating and air conditioning system or the oil filter in your car, water filter cartridges must be replaced at the appropriate time in order to get the desired results.

The problem most of us have is remembering when these cartridges are supposed to be replaced, unless we have some kind of reminder. The Water-4-Life program is designed to not only remind you when to replace the filter cartridges, but also to reward you for using this convenient program.

Here’s how it works...

When you sign up on the Water-4-Life program you will automatically receive fresh, new replacement filter cartridges every 6-9 months, delivered directly to you, with easy to follow replacement instructions.
Instead of you having to keep track of when your filters are due for replacement, and paying the regular price of $70 (countertop cartridge set), or $48 (shower filter cartridge), plus a $7.50 shipping charge, you pay only $66 for the countertop filter set and $45 for the Shower Filter Cartridge and get FREE shipping!

When you choose the periodic pay option, you are simply invoiced 6-9 months after your initial purchase of your water filter and then every 6-9 months thereafter. You save money and eliminate the inconvenience of re-ordering and remembering, we do it for you!
With this periodic payment plan you simply receive a receipt of payment with each replacement cartridge shipment.

As an added incentive, the Water-4-Life program also offers a LIFETIME WARRANTY! This means that Vitality 4 Life will maintain your water filter for life!

If anything ever goes wrong with your Aquasana water filter, we will replace any part for a freight and handling charge of $15. You will never need to purchase a new Aquasana water filter as we promise to maintain yours for life.

You will also receive FREE product upgrades to keep your Aquasana filter system in new condition. You will receive standard upgrade parts such as new o-rings, washers and any updated parts whenever you need them.
"Water 4 Life" Benefits: You get convenience, cost savings, free upgrades and the best customer support any company could offer. Our Water 4 Life members are the core of our business, we do everything possible to keep them happy!

But the best part of the Water-4-Life program is that you’ll be assured of a constant supply of pure healthy water for you and your family… "4 - Life!"
Just fill out the Water-4-Life enrolment form within 30 days of your purchase… and we’ll do the rest.

HEALTHY WATER - THE NUMBER ONE INGREDIENT FOR HEALTHFUL LONGEVITY
by Charles Strand.
The importance of "Healthy Water" and where to get it may very well be the most beneficial health information any of us can learn. The simple fact that our body is over 70% water, tells us how extremely important it's water quality is. without an abundant intake of healthy, chemical free water...every other wellness effort is to a large degree in vain.

Water Distillers

A water distiller is an easy and cost effective solution to the problems with our drinking water. We all know that we’re supposed to drink at least 2 litres of water per day. If we have to buy bottled water for the sake of purity this becomes quite a costly enterprise.

Whole House Water Filter Chlorine Reduction Test

The Rhino Whole of House Water Filtration system is certified by Underwriters Laboratories to NSF standard 42 with class 1 performance and has a 1,200.000 litre / 3 year capacity at 27 lpm. This means the system is certified to remove chlorine, odour, foul tastes and sediment. The Rhino produces non-detectable levels of chlorine for 12,000,000 litres - the highest certified capacity of any home water filter ever!

The Rhino will remove >90% of VOC's and SOC's as well as the chlorine.

The Rhino Whole of House Water Filtration
Certifications and Performance Data Sheets

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Water Glossary - Water Terms

Adsorption: Adsorption is a chemical process in which an ionic filter media is use. The filter attracts water contaminants and encourages these contaminants to break their bond with the water molecules.

Alachlor: Alachlor is an odorless, colorless solid, used as an herbicide for grasses and other broadleaf plants. Ingestion of Alachlor in drinking water can increase risk of cancer and cause liver and/or kidney damage.

Atrizine: Atrizine is a white, solid crystalline compound. It is currently the most widely used pesticide chemical. Ingestion of Atrizine can cause cancer and damage the cardiovascular system.

Benzene: Benzene is a colorless, aromatic liquid that is widely used in producing rubber, plastics, and other synthetic materials. Ingestion of Benzene can lead to cancer and/or chromosome aberrations.

Chlorine: Chlorine is a yellowish, poisonous gas with a pungent odor, widely used as a disinfectant in drinking water. Ingestion of chlorine can lead to bladder, rectal, and/or breast cancer.

Cryptosporidium: Cryptosporidium is a protozoan microbiological contaminant that is resistant to the disinfecting capabilities of chlorine. Ingestion of cryptosporidium generally leads to gastrointestinal illness.

Cysts: Cysts are chlorine-resistant microorganisms. When ingested in drinking water, they most commonly cause gastrointestinal illness, accompanied by vomiting, diarrhea, and cramps.

Lead: Lead is a metal contaminant that occurs in drinking water as a result of the corrosion of pipes in a plumbing system. Ingestion of lead can cause severe developmental delays in children and kidney failure and/or stroke in adults.

Lindane: Lindane is a white, crystalline powder that is commonly used as a chemical in pesticides. Ingestion of Lindane can result in liver and/or kidney damage.

MCLG: MCLG stands for the maximum contaminant level goal, as set by the EPA. The MCLG is the amount of a particular contaminant that may be present in drinking water before any adverse health effects will occur.

MTBE: MTBE is a chemical compound, typically used as a fuel oxygenate or additive to unleaded gasoline. The specific health risks of MTBE are currently pending EPA investigation.

pH: pH is the measure of the general acidity or alkalinity of a substance. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with a pH of 7 being neutral.

Phthalate: Phthalate is a chemical typically used in the production of plastic materials. When ingested in water, phthalate can lead to cancer, miscarriage, premature birth, and asthma.

Redox: Redox, or reduction-oxidation, is a process in which an exchange of electrons occurs between two chemical elements. Reduction refers to the loss of an electron while oxidation is the acquisition of an electron.

SOCs: Synthetic organic chemicals (SOCs) are man-made chemicals that can make their way into drinking water. Ingestion of SOCs in drinking water has been linked to at least four types of cancer.

TCE: TCE is a liquid chemical, similar to chloroform, that is often used as a degreasing agent. Ingestion of TCE in drinking water can lead to problems with the liver and increased risk of cancer.

THMs: THMs are chemicals that occur in drinking water as a byproduct of water chlorination. They are highly carcinogenic and can affect nervous system, kidney, and liver functioning.

VOCs: Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) refer to a large number of chemicals that can occur in drinking water as a result of human industry. These chemicals can cause cancer and affect liver and kidney functioning when ingested in drinking water.