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People need to drink water to maintain their balance of body fluids. Bodies are made of around 60 percent water which is needed for circulation, digestion, absorption, saliva creation, maintaining body temperature and transporting nutrients. Water consumption helps energize muscles especially when exercising so that the muscles don\u2019t become fatigued. Drinking water also keeps the kidneys functioning properly and maintains normal bowel functions. Skin is also healthier and looks better because water keeps it hydrated.<\/p>\n

Tap water is readily available but is not necessarily pure or sterile. Most people get their drinking water from lakes, rivers and underground aquifers. Municipal water treatment plants filter sand and dirt out of the water, then either filter the water using activated charcoal or use reverse osmosis, ultraviolet (UV) light or the ozone-exposure method. At the end, chlorine and other chemicals are added to disinfect the water which kills bacteria, viruses or parasites. In some plants, ammonia is added to the water and binds to chlorine creating chloramines. Active-charcoal filtration removes chloramines and the smell and taste of the chlorine in the water.<\/p>\n

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Bottled water, while convenient, is not a good option when you consider that chemicals that are contained in plastic bottles could seep into the water if the bottles sit for a long time or are exposed to heat. Plastic is also not sustainable and therefore not environmentally friendly. Bottled water is also more expensive.<\/p>\n

Water filters help make water taste and smell better by removing contaminants, toxins and other leftover impurities. Filtered water is also significantly less harmful to the body with substances such as lead, chlorine and chlorine byproducts removed. Drinking clean water means you will less likely suffer from gastrointestinal diseases and reduce the risks of getting colon, rectal or bladder cancer. It\u2019s also good for immune systems, especially with children who are still developing.<\/p>\n

How Water-Filter Pitchers Work<\/h1>\n

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In general, these pitchers are made of plastic and sometimes stainless steel. They can be stored in a refrigerator and use a charcoal filter that is located underneath a reservoir. Water is poured into the pitcher at the top, and gravity forces water into a lower reservoir through the filter.<\/p>\n

The charcoal filter is filled with activated-carbon granules. These porous charcoal pieces have a large surface area. When water is filtered, the particles catch contaminants and impurities through an adsorption process. However, charcoal cannot filter out nitrates, microbes or heavy metals. It also can\u2019t soften hard water.<\/p>\n

While results vary, charcoal filters can remove any medications that aren\u2019t filtered out at the municipal level. Other chemicals that can be removed include zinc, hydrogen sulfide, lead, mercury, asbestos, radon, arsenic, cadmium, copper and mercury.<\/p>\n

Make sure to read the instructions for your water-filter pitcher, especially on how often you should change the filter. If your pitcher has a filter cartridge life indicator, know how to engage it. Rinse new charcoal filters before first use. Charcoal filters do become clogged with impurities with usage over time, so they do require regular replacement. The filters could also harbor harmful bacteria so changing them prevents exposure.<\/p>\n

Additional Health Benefits<\/h1>\n

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Water-filter pitchers can change the pH level of the water as well as remove contaminants. The water is made to be more alkaline which is beneficial and healthier. Some scientific studies have shown that drinking alkaline water with a high pH helps people suffering from acid reflux disease by breaking down the pepsin enzyme that breaks down proteins but also leads to acid reflux. Other studies have shown benefits to people suffering from diabetes, high blood pressure and elevated blood lipids.<\/p>\n

However, drinking large amounts of alkaline water, especially if it has a pH range of 8 or higher, should be limited because it may harm organs and interfere with the body\u2019s ability to produce stomach acid so that food can be digested. While alkaline water is also antibacterial, it may upset your body\u2019s balance of intestinal flora. Unless the water-filter pitcher is specifically designed for alkaline water, this should not be much of a concern with most water-filter pitchers.<\/p>\n

What Is the PUR Water-Filter Pitcher?<\/h1>\n

The PUR Water-Filter Pitcher has a filter that reduces contaminants in your drinking water. PUR currently has four different water pitchers, all of which remove a percentage of lead that can enter water because of lead\u2019s presence in household plumbing or service lines leaching lead. PUR has a proprietary filter technology called MAXION which uses activated carbon and ion exchange. Other contaminants that these filters remove include pharmaceuticals, mercury and pesticides. The filters also reduce the odor and taste of chlorine in water.<\/p>\n

Product Specifications<\/h1>\n

PUR offers four different water-filter pitchers:<\/p>\n