The Waterboy Blog

Your Tap Water Can Have up to 7 Cancer-Causing Contaminants

What can you do remove all these potential carcinogens from your drinking water? In general, tap water can be safer than bottled water. That’s because bottled water is less regulated than tap water. Most public water systems meet EPA’s standards for clean water. But since …

Staying Hydrated is Important to Your Health

Staying Hydrated is Important to Your Health Proper hydration is always important, but during exercise, it’s essential for maximal energy and endurance. If water lost through sweating is not replaced, fatigue can develop, and energy levels will decrease. In addition to improving athletic or exercise …

What Do Water Filtration Systems Actually Filter?

What Do Water Filtration Systems Actually Filter? You turn on the faucet at your home and fill a glass with water. You may notice that the water isn’t completely clear. It may contain a tinge of color, and if you sniff, it has a faint …

Chlorine Absorption and Inhalation While Showering

CHLORINE ABSORPTION AND INHALATION WHILE SHOWERING Those relaxing, hot showers you love to take may be hazardous to your health!  Studies on the health hazards of chlorine added to our public water supplies have been conducted for decades and many of them have caused scientists …

Our Water Supply, Whole House Filtration System

Why is There Anything in My Water? The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs and wells. We need to make sure our water is clear and clean for our kids and family with the …

The EPA Doesn’t Enforce Secondary Drinking Water Standards

The EPA Doesn’t Enforce Secondary Drinking Water Standards The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plays a crucial role in ensuring that the water flowing from our faucets and pipes is safe for showering, cooking, and drinking. The agency has implemented strict primary standards to regulate …

Enjoying the Health Benefits of Filtered Water

What Are the Health Benefits of Filtered Water We all know that water is good for us.  But only ‘good’ water is good for us.  Consuming an adequate amount good, clean, filtered water each day is an essential component in the optimal functioning of your …

Why Water Softeners Aren’t Good for Southern Californians

Why Water SOFTENERS aren’t Good for Southern Californians There are so many reasons why people love living in Southern California. We have gorgeous weather year-round, beaches, mountains, and plenty of vibrant cities, including Los Angeles and San Diego. Unfortunately, we also have very hard water, …