PFAS Water FiltraTion
What Are PFAS?
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are better known as “Forever Chemicals.” This group of synthetic chemicals is used to manufacture products that resist water, grease, oil, stains, and heat. This means that forever chemicals are designed to not break down or degrade easily in the environment or in our bodies.How are people exposed to PFAS?
Over 200 million Americans drink water laced with these forever chemicals. Whether we know it or not, these chemicals have silently slipped into most of our groundwater and drinking water sources. In addition, many products you come into contact with contain PFAS: nonstick pans, grease resistant fast food wrapping and containers, rain jackets, umbrellas and cleaning products.What are some of the effects of PFAS exposure?
- Reproductive and Developmental Issues
- Cancer: Testicular, Kidney, Ovarian, Childhood Leukemia and Prostate Cancer
- Immune Function: Reduces the body’s ability to fight off bacterial invasion and respond to allergic reactions
- Thyroid and Hormone Imbalance
- Other Effects: Liver damage, increase cholesterol levels, and increased uric acid, a marker for heart disease
White House Proposes First Ever National Standard
In March 2023 the White House in conjunction with the EPA acknowledged the dangers of Forever Chemicals in drinking water and began to take steps to propose a national standard to protect consumers against PFAS.
Why Multipure
The best solution for reducing forever chemicals in your water is through Multipure’s carbon block filtration system. Multipure’s Aqualuxe and Aquaperform systems are NSF certified for the reduction of perfluoroctane sulfonate (PFOS), and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) PFAS/PFOS. By addressing sources of forever chemicals in your drinking water and investing in a superior carbon block filter, you will go a long way in reducing your exposure to these toxins. Note: It is important to remember that companies can say they can reduce PFAS in water, but unless they are certified a globally recognized third party like NSF, saying and independent testing are not always reliable.Forever Chemicals Frequently Asked Questions
How To Avoid Forever Chemicals?
One of the most effective ways to reduce forever chemicals in your water is through solid carbon block filtration. Other prevention strategies include; reducing your use of products containing PFAS such as nonstick cookware, choosing alternatives, and being aware of potential contamination sources in your local water supply.
How To Avoid Forever Chemicals?
Activated carbon works to remove forever chemicals from water through a process called adsorption. As contaminated water passes through the activated carbon filter, the contaminants are trapped in its pores or stuck to the carbon, making the water passing through cleaner and safer. Our Aqualuxe, Aquapremier, and Aquaperform drinking water systems are NSF certified to reduce PFOS and PFOA contaminants.
How To Avoid Forever Chemicals?
Most bottled water companies are not third-party tested or certified for any contaminant treatment and are repackaged tap water. This means that bottled water lacks the rigorous certification standards that our Multipure systems such as the Aqualuxe, Aquapremier, and Aquaperform have.
How To Avoid Forever Chemicals?
While water filters can remove forever chemicals, it is important to ensure that your filter is certified. When choosing a drinking water system, finding one that is NSF 53 certified for health effects, such as Multipure's Aqualuxe, Aquapremier, and Aquaperform, tells you that the filter will reduce forever chemicals.