Whats in your water?
Here's a detailed list of some of the common chemicals and contaminants found in tap water, and some of the health issues associated when consuming these pollutants especially over a long period of time…
Chlorine and chloramine: Chlorine and chloramine are disinfectants that are added to water to kill harmful bacteria and viruses. However, exposure to high levels of chlorine or chloramine can cause hair damage such as thinning of the hair, balding and hair loss. These chemicals can also cause eye and skin irritation, respiratory problems. Amongst an array of other health issues.
Fluoride: Fluoride is added to tap water to help prevent tooth decay… However, high levels of fluoride in drinking water can or prolonged consumption can cause dental fluorosis (a condition that affects the appearance of tooth enamel), as well as skeletal fluorosis (a condition that affects bone health) and also calcification of the pineal gland, it also can cause hair damage include thinning of the hair and hair loss.
Lead: Lead can enter tap water through corroded pipes and plumbing fixtures. Exposure to high levels of lead can cause developmental and neurological problems, especially in children.
Mercury: Mercury can enter tap water through industrial waste and can cause neurological and developmental problems, especially in young children.
Arsenic: Arsenic can enter tap water through natural deposits in the ground or industrial waste. Long-term exposure to arsenic can cause skin damage, circulatory problems, and an increased risk of cancer.
Pesticides and herbicides: Pesticides and herbicides can enter tap water through agricultural runoff and can cause a range of health problems, including cancer, reproductive problems, developmental problems and neurological damage.
Pharmaceuticals and personal care products: Pharmaceuticals and personal care products can enter tap water through improper disposal and can cause hormonal imbalances, antibiotic resistance, and other health problems.
Nitrates: Nitrates can come from agricultural fertilizers or sewage discharges and are commonly present in rural areas. Levels of nitrates in drinking water should be a concern, as it can affect the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood, particularly in infants and children.
Radon: Radon can enter tap water through natural deposits in the ground and can a host of problems including causing lung cancer.
Bacteria and viruses: Bacteria and viruses can enter tap water through contaminated water sources and can cause a range of illnesses, including gastrointestinal infections, typhoid fever and covid 19.
PFAS : PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals that have been used in a variety of industrial and consumer products, including non-stick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics, household products and firefighting foam. These chemicals are persistent in the environment and have been found in water supplies all over the world. PFAS can also enter water supplies in a number of ways, including, Industrial contamination: Many industrial processes, such as manufacturing and waste disposal, can release PFAS into the environment. This can include discharges from factories, landfills, and wastewater treatment plants. Exposure to PFAS has been linked to a range of health problems, including developmental delays, immune system dysfunction, and cancer.
Trihalomethanes: (THMs) are the result of a reaction between the chlorine used for disinfecting tap water and natural organic matter in the water. At elevated levels, THMs have been associated with serious negative health effects. When people consume trihalomethanes at high levels over many years, they substancially increase their risk of developing bladder cancer. Other serious health effects that may be associated with trihalomethanes include rectal and colon cancer, and adverse developmental and reproductive effects during pregnancy.