As someone with a passion for health and wellness, drinking enough water everyday is non-negotiable. But our drinking water isn’t always as healthy as we think! Contaminants like lead and toxic chemicals, known as PFAS, are often found in our drinking water.
Personally, I don’t want to risk it. So I use my LARQ Bottle Filtered to make sure no matter where I’m getting my water, be it from a sink in my apartment or a water fountain at the park, it will always be filtered and free of everything bad.
Here are 5 frightening facts about tap water (and reasons to switch to a better water bottle):
1. Water may smell or taste like chlorine, dirt, or other contaminants
Sometimes, you can actually smell or taste when your water is “off.” Aside from the obvious ick factor here, this also is a clear sign that you’re drinking pollutants.
But with the right filtered bottle, you can avoid ingesting any of these contaminants. I always turn to my trusty LARQ Bottle Filtered, because the two layers filter out pollutants like lead, chlorine, heavy metals, mercury, herbicides, chemicals, and microplastics. Plus, my water tastes crisp and clean. It's no wonder Larq was featured as one of Time's Best Inventions of 2022.
2. PFAS in water have been found to be dangerous
PFAS are a group of synthetic chemicals found in all sorts of consumer products, like cleaners and non-stick cookware. But these chemicals have been found in drinking water and are linked to some dangerous health effects, including increased cancer risks.
Thankfully, My LARQ Bottle Filtered filters out harmful PFAS, including one of the most dangerous types, PFOA. It’s pretty much the best defense you can have against all the bad stuff swimming around in your water.
3. Drinking water could contain lead
We’ve all heard of the dangers of lead poisoning by now, yet lead contamination is still a threat to our drinking water. One of the most notable and tragic examples is the Flint water crisis. Millions of people in the U.S. have lead-contaminated tap water still to this day.
This is admittedly pretty scary. While you should call your water supplier to test if you suspect lead contamination, using a filtered bottle like LARQ’s, proven to remove contaminants like lead, can better protect your health.
4. Water infrastructure is aging, putting drinking water at risk
So how do we end up with contaminated water, anyway? While factors like living near industrial sites can be the cause, old, worn-out water infrastructure is also a danger. Aging pipes and other infrastructure can release contaminates, including lead, into drinking water.
In fact, about 27 million people in the U.S. get their water from systems that violate established health standards, and even these standards are based on old studies. This leaves many people stuck drinking from store-bought water, leading to more plastic production and waste. LARQ’s filters filter up to 40 gallons of water, which is equivalent to 300 single-use plastic bottles.
With a reusable bottle capable of filtering out even unseen contaminates, like the LARQ Bottle Filtered, we can worry less about any pollutants coming from old water systems. The LARQ Bottle Filtered is PureVis™ Cap compatible, too, which can be purchased separately to reap the benefits of filtration and purification, all in one bottle.
Switching to a filtered bottle makes all the difference
Having the LARQ Bottle Filtered gives me peace of mind with all the contaminants lurking out there. With the filter’s two layers, with Nano Zero and zerovalent iron technology, I know my water is free of chlorine, heavy metals, and other potentially harmful pollutants. And while I was initially a bit hesitant to spend almost $50 on a water bottle, having clean & crisp water on hand at all times is SO worth it.
Bonus? The bottle has a chic design and fits in my car’s cupholders and even my backpack pockets. It also keeps my water cold all day, making my H2O taste that much better.
My one recommendation is this: check out the LARQ Bottle Filtered to give you peace of mind, and, of course, keep you hydrated!
