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With advancements in water treatment technologies, removing nitrates from drinking water is a relatively simple process. However, it is important to use the proper nitrate removal method. For example; Nitrates cannot be removed with filters such as Britas, PUR, fridge filters or any other carbon based technology. What Are Nitrates? There are different factors and physical characteristics with your water that will determine what technologies should be utilized, how effective nitrate removal will be and the effects different technologies [...]
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The Problem: Trinity Lutheran Family Center in Hudson, Wi had frequently tested over 10ppm (parts per million) of Nitrates which is above the MCL (maximum contamination level) set by the EPA. [...]
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Endocrine Disruptors - An Ongoing Concern Kate Golden with the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism has reported that potential endocrine disruptors, Nonylphenol and Bisphenol A (BPA), are being found in Minnesota [...]
Should We Be Concerned? Yes. This is not to say we need to be scared or paranoid about our drinking water, but, it's important to at least do some initial due [...]
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PFCs or more specifically, PFAs and PFOs are the subject of several ongoing studies for drinking water contamination in Minnesota and throughout the US. These chemical compounds are considered an [...]