The Waterboy Blog

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, …

How to Conserve Water at Home

How to Conserve Water at Home There are 167 plastic water bottles used annually and only 38 of those get recycled. Oil is used to make these water bottles, but can instead be used to fuel 1.3 million cars as well as 190,000 homes each …

Quality of Drinking Water

There are many possible contaminants that may be in untreated water. These include microorganisms such as viruses, protozoa, and bacteria; inorganic contaminants such as salts and metals; organic chemical contaminants from industrial processes and petroleum use; pesticides and herbicides; and radioactive contaminants. Water quality also …

Staying Hydrated 10 Simple Ways

Staying Hydrated 10 Simple Ways We all love a water break during sweaty workouts, but to maintain a healthy lifestyle it is important we focus on staying hydrated all day long.  A glass of water is the best known way to stay hydrated, although there are …

POE vs. POU Water Filtration Differences

POE vs. POU Water Filtration Differences There are some very distinct differences between point-of-use (POU) and point-of-entry (POE) water treatment products. When looking to treat your own water at home, understanding the differences between point-of-use (POU) or point-of-entry (POE) systems can help you find the …