07 Aug WATER FILTERS
β’ W A T E R F I L T E R S β’ Do you need a Water Filter? Here’s some information for your exploration…π§ β
Perth’s water is sourced from the following places;β
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ππ» Ground water, β
ππ» Desalination Plants (via the ocean) and, β
ππ» the Dam. β
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How much do you know about the process involved in getting your water from any of these places to your tap? π€β
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(As always – I invite you to explore more. Annual reports are available via the Water Corp’s website for public reading).β
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ππ» So, what is actually in our water?β
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‘Chlorine & Ammonia are used as a disinfectant which provides lasting, effective protection from the water treatment plant to your tap.’β
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‘Fluoride is added to some water supply schemes to improve dental health, as directed by the Department of Health (DoH).’β
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Also present in our water are heavy metals, pesticides (lots), plasticisers, pharmaceuticals, radioactive materials, bacteria and more; though the quantities at any given time would fluctuate. ππ»β
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pH can range between 6.5 and 9.2 due to concrete tanks and cement lined pipes.β
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π« Fluorideβ
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It’s a controversial topic but I have to ask the question… β
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Have we had less cavities due to fluoride in our in water?β
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Accordingly to many dentists (@lasergenius_drhisham) – the number one procedure today is fillings due to tooth decay. β
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So, is fluoridation actually working? π³β
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There are a number of scientists coming forward concerned about the use of fluoride in our water supplies and a huge case in the US at the moment to remove fluoride from all drinking water – so perhaps something to explore. ππ»β
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π« Water filters – It’s 100% a personal choice! β
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Once the water has been disinfected and has been made available in our tap – do we need to consume it as it is, or should we remove the additives? What are your thoughts?β
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To end… β
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Here’s two filters that might be of use to you. πβ
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1. Zazenβ
2. Waters Coβ
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Both of these reputable brands remove the majority of chemical additives, pathogens and medications from our water supply while alkalising and re-mineralising.β
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Iβll leave this to you to explore but please ask any questions you might have.