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(NAPSI)-Consuming water on a regular basis is essential to everyone’s survival, particularly since water makes up about 70 percent of a person’s body weight. A person can only survive a few days at most without water. Given the importance of water consumption, water quality continues to be a subject of great debate. Filtration options are one aspect of that debate. From bottled to tap water, undercounter filters to filtered pitchers, the variety of options can be daunting. Information from water quality experts can help clear up some of the confusion and common misconceptions: • Misconception No. 1--Bottled Water Is Safer than Tap: Many consumers choose bottled water because they think it’s safer than their tap water. However, bottled water--like tap water--can reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants, according to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) “Water Health Series: Bottled Water Basics” booklet. To ensure that both tap and bottled water are safe to drink, the EPA and U.S. Food and Drug Administration set regulatory standards and administer routine testing. • Misconception No. 2--All Filtration Methods Are the Same: According to the Water Quality Association, more than four out of 10 Americans use a home water treatment unit. These units range from simple pitchers to sophisticated reverse osmosis units. InSinkErator offers two filtration options with its instant hot water dispenser systems. The F201 standard water filter reduces chlorine taste and odor for a clean, refreshing taste for beverages and recipes. The F601R premium replacement filter additionally removes dangerous parasites, toxic chemicals and heavy metals. • Misconception No. 3--Home Filtration Is More Expensive than Bottled Water: Bottled water may seem inexpensive, but the average cost for a bottle of water is about a dollar. This translates to about $400 or more per year for the average user. The cost of maintaining a water filtration system averages $100 a year for most users. Water quality is an important issue that should not be taken lightly. While filtration is an individual decision, the first step in making that decision is understanding what’s available. An online search at sites such as www.insinkerator.com may help. Multiple water filtration options can leave consumers unsure as to what choice best suits their needs. |
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