Tap Water

The water from your tap might look clean, but how clean is it really? You might think that clean tap water is a given, but in many parts of the world, tap water that’s free of toxins just isn’t a reality. In the U.S. alone, tens of millions of people may be exposed to tap water that’s filled with harmful chemicals like fluoride, BPA, and chlorine – and that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Heavy metals can even make their way into your drinking water. Copper, lead, and cadmium – a widely known carcinogen found in oil paints – are just a few of the metals you could be exposed every time you do so much as take a shower. The best way to avoid unsafe tap water is to install a simple shower filter in your bathroom (and it goes without saying that it’s a good idea to have a water filter, such as carbon-block or reverse osmosis) installed on your kitchen sink. Not only will this give you peace of mind and body, but it’ll also save you lots of money in the long term.