Make sure your H20 is safe before you drink it.
Most of us can recognize bad water when we see it. It’s usually darker than normal or murky, and it might even have visible algae forming in it. And even if the water appears to be clear, we can certainly recognize bad water when we taste it. The sour and disgusting taste makes us spit it out immediately.
But what is it that actually makes water unhealthy? In the U.S., we’re fortunate enough not to encounter bad water too often. We can almost always confidently drink all of the water that comes from our taps, as well as the bottled water we purchase in stores. Such is not the case in many parts of the world, however. According to the World Health Organization, more than 3.4 million people die annually worldwide because of water supply, sanitation and hygiene issues that lead to diseases, infections and malnutrition.
Following are six issues about which we should be concerned regarding the water that we drink. They are not life-threatening in most cases, but they can pose problems.
• Bisphenol A. This chemical, which is also known as PBA, is found in some plastic water bottles. It can seep into food and drinks, and has the potential to cause health risks, especially among infants and children.
• Not Washing Your Bottle. Utilizing reusable bottles can save money, but it’s important to keep those bottles clean with hot, soapy water every day. Otherwise, bacteria that enjoys warm, wet places can form.
• Drinking from the Shower Head. It doesn’t get much warmer and wetter than a showerhead, so this can be a place where bacteria forms as well. Even if you’re thirsty when you take a shower, wait until you can get a drink from a better source.
• Crystal Light. This flavoring that’s used in some bottled water contains plenty of ingredients that you may not want wandering around inside your body. You don’t need artificial sweeteners and other additives. Try a slice of lemon instead.
• Drinking Too Much. Too much of anything is bad, even water. Excessive amounts of water in your system can lower sodium levels so much that your cells will begin to swell, and this can cause hyponatremia, which can result in seizures and coma.
• Caffeine. Some bottled water contains caffeine, which depending on your body chemistry can cause problems when you drink too much of it.
Have you ever experienced problems from the water that you have consumed? Is most of the water you drink from the tap, or do you prefer bottled water? Hope to hear from you about this.
all your ideas are great, I feel better knowing I have food for emergencys.
l see no mention of filtering fluoride.
I recently ordered your life straws and thank you for the product. I then received another order and had only paid for one order. I called to find out if I had accidentally placed two orders but, it was explained to me there had been some computer problems at the time of my order and to please keep the extra order. Thank you, much appreciated
Question. Would denture tablets be effective to sterilize water in a pinch?
No. Denture cleaners don’t actually sterilize even the dentures, they just reduce some of the bacteria.
Hmmmm…where is a spec sheet for the straw? For example, I want to know what water to NOT use it in? Like, chemical spilled water and salt water….is there any other water that it should NOT be used in? Thanks.
The Lifestraw removes up to 99.99999 percent of waterborne bacteria, up to 99.9 percent of waterborne protozoan cysts and reduces turbidity by filtering particles of approx 0.2 microns. Shorthand, it removes dirt and germs. If you think your waters got more in it than dirt and germs (chemicals, oil, radiation, salt, heavy metals, etc) it’s not going to make it safe.
Just want to clarify, is Bisphenol A abbreviated PBA or BPA? I’ve been buying water bottles claiming “BPA-FREE” which I think is the same thing…
Regarding the LifeStraw, I ordered mine from Infowars.com, and also plan to buy one per month to give out to family. My family thinks I’m nuts, but I think they will thank me one day :)
You cut me to the quick, Danielle. :) You should definitely order your Lifestraws here: http://www.water4patriots.com
I would like information sent to me about the straw you order that cleans and filters water for you to drink.
oh, Vondra, I’m so excited for this weekend…..
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Frank,
I am surprised that there are no comments. Just read your e-mail on 3/1/14 from the 76 year old woman. I just received my Life Straw that I purchased from Amazon for $XXXX plus shipping. Shipped via USPS so shipping was not that much, just cleaned up my inbox before I got your e-mail so I don’t know exactly how much it cost to ship. I strongly urge everyone to get one of these for every member of their family. I know that could get expensive, but at least buy one a month. Each device is good for 1000 liters, that is 250 GALLONS.
I haven’t used a life straw yet but I intend to give them as gifts in the near future. I haven’t seen any negitive feedback on them, but I don’t just jump on every new thing that comes out, so i have been waiting. I am glad to hear positive things about it. Thanks.