Arsenic Water Filters

One of the common threats to drinking water in the US is arsenic, which can be found in drinking water as a result of natural or human actions.  Arsenic is commonly found in the rock formations beneath ground where water sources originate but they can also be found in water on the surface as well.  The many different causes of arsenic in water make it difficult to ultimately determine the root cause.  Anything from animal fertilizer to treated wood products can result in increased levels of arsenic in drinking water.  The threat from arsenic is pretty similar whether you get your water from a well or public water supply.  One way to ensure that your family is not drinking water with high levels of this dangerous element is to install an arsenic filter on your water faucet.  There are many different arsenic filter models available which range from those which simply screw into your existing faucet to units that are installed at your water main, to provide arsenic filtration for all of the water entering your home.  You can view some of the most high quality arsenic water filter models Above this article

At Quality Water Filters 4 You we carry many different brands of arsenic water filter models and they likely have a model that is right for you.  Depending upon your current situation you may only want a simple faucet unit to ensure that your drinking water is safe and free from arsenic.  The great thing about these filters is that they not only handle arsenic removal but they also provide complete filtration of your water to ensure that it is free of any harmful substances.  These units will provide you with healthy water that is free of any strange odors and tastes as pure as fresh spring water.  You will find that your coffee tastes better using this ultra pure water and that your family will want to drink more water when it tastes this good.  This is especially true if your water has a heavy metal taste or has an excess chlorinated taste, as many publicly supplied water sources contain. 

One of the great high quality arsenic filter models that we carry is the Crystal Quest Triple 8 Stage filtration unit.  This model is available in a configuration that mounts underneath of your sink or there is another model that is finished in stainless steel and is meant for installation on your counter top.  No matter which of these models you choose you will be getting superior water from this arsenic filter.  These models feature three stacks which have a total of 8 different filtration elements which are each designed to eliminate specific contaminants.  For example, the second filter element is intended to eliminate arsenic by having the water pass through the arsenic selective resign media.  In addition, the sixth filter reduces contaminants such as lead, and aluminum when the water passes through the ion exchange resin.

No matter which arsenic filter model you choose from the website above you can be assured that it is a high quality unit.  All of the products we sell are high in quality as well as being competitively priced.  We also offer free shipping to the continental US, which is another great money saving feature.  Be sure to browse above and see for yourself all of the great models we have to choose from.

Arsenic is a semi-metal element, it is very hard to detect in your water unless you test for it as it is odorless and tasteless.

It enters your water from natural sources as it is found in rocks, soil, plants and animals. It can also come from fertilizers, copper smelting, coal burning and mining

If you live near an agriculture area it would be a good idea to get your water tested for arsenic.

The current standards that the EPA has set for arsenic is 10 parts per billon.

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The Hazards of Drinking Water That Contains Arsenic

Exposure to arsenic through your drinking water can pose severe health risks for you and your family. Arsenic is a notoriously poisonous metalloid, which may enter into the supply of drinking water, through natural means or through industrial wastes. No matter what the form of arsenic you are exposed to, you need to take various preventive measures for protection from the ill effects of arsenic poisoning.

Arsenic is a natural element that is found in the earth's crust and as such, the element can seep into the water of the area and contaminate the drinking water. If you live in an area where the natural sources of arsenic is known to be high, you should get the water of your region tested to find out for sure if you are exposed to the dangers of arsenic contamination. Since arsenic is tasteless and odorless, you shall not be able to make out if the water contains the contaminant. Contact your regional public health office to conduct the test. In addition, testing for arsenic in your urine shall also help to indicate recent exposure to arsenic. If the results prove that your water is indeed contaminated, you need to find ways that shall help you to minimize the risk of arsenic poisoning through drinking water.

When you consume drinking water containing arsenic, the toxin flows through your bloodstream and is distributed throughout the body. The results of a Canadian Research Institute on the effects of arsenic poisoning shows that exposure to very high levels of arsenic over a lifetime can increase your risk of bladder, liver and lung cancer.

Exposure to arsenic over years or decades may cause a number of diseases like decreased production of blood cells, abnormal heart beat, damage of blood vessels, numbness in hands and feet and discoloration of the skin. Chronic arsenic poisoning is different from long term poisoning and the effects can vary from individual to individual and from one geographical location to another.

The effects of acute or short term arsenic poisoning includes oesophageal and abdominal pain, bloody "rice water" diarrhea, vomiting, muscle cramps, weakness and flushing of the skin and in some cases even the loss of movement and sensory responses. In case of acute poisoning, Chelation therapy may be effective. But it should not be used to cure long term arsenic poisoning.

In long-term arsenic poisoning, the effects that are first noticeable are the changes in the skin pigmentation and then hyperkeratosis. Cancer sets in later and sometimes it shall take as long as a decade for the deadly disease to manifest itself. Arsenic is also known to cause the "black foot disease", though the finding on this is not exhaustive. In addition, studies have revealed that children and pregnant women are at greater risk from arsenic poisoning. Thus, it is important that you take adequate measures to purify the water so that the toxin does not enter your system.

• If your drinking water tests positive for arsenic content, look for an alternative source of water that is free from arsenic contaminants. If possible, connect to a public water distribution system.
• Invest in a water treatment device a water filter that shall help you to reduce the level of arsenic from water. Look for devices that are certified by an accredited certification organization like NSF. Remember to follow the manufactures guide for best results.
• It is harder to control arsenic contamination in rural places, because the water treatments are expensive and the area might not have the means to treat the drinking water. In that case, low cost means of using packets of chemicals at home can be availed to reduce arsenic content in your water.
• In some circumstances, availing low arsenic sources of water like  rainwater or treated surface water might also be a good option to keep your family safe from the ill effects of arsenic poisoning in drinking water.

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