Let’s take a look at the health benefits of drinking filtered water and how Biopure’s water filtration systems can really improve your health.

 

What’s in Tap water that can harm you?

1. Fluoride

Adding fluoride to drinking water is a process that began back in the day to help reduce tooth decay. It sounds like an honourable cause but fluoride is a neurotoxin and an endocrine disruptor. It can harm the thyroid gland and calcify the pineal gland. It’s so toxic that several countries have banned water fluoridation.

 

2. Chlorine

Chlorine has disinfectant properties that make it useful for cleaning products and swimming pools. It’s even used to sanitize sewage and industrial waste. Chlorine is added to drinking water as a purification technique, despite not being completely safe. Chlorine is a reactive chemical that bonds with water, including the water in your gut, to produce poisonous hydrochloric acid. Chlorine exposure can cause respiratory problems and damage cells.

 

3. Lead

Lead is toxic to almost every organ and affects children the worst. Developmental issues, stunted growth, deafness, behavioural problems, learning disabilities, and brain damage can all result from exposure to lead. If ingested during pregnancy, lead can cause premature birth. Lead exposure has even been linked to autism, prostate cancer, and reproductive problems for both men and women. It’s damaging to the cardiovascular system and kidneys too.

 

4. Mercury

Although mercury is a naturally occurring element, “natural” does not mean “safe.” Mercury is extremely toxic and can cause brain damage, blindness, nerve damage, cognitive disability, impairment of motor functions, headaches, weakness, muscle atrophy, tremors, mood swings, memory loss, and skin rashes.

 

5. PCBs

PCBs, or polychlorinated biphenyls, are chemicals used for industrial purposes such as insulation, machinery, oil, paints, adhesives, electronics, and fluorescent lights. PCBs are still present in landfills and pose a danger to the environment. PCBs break down slowly and infiltrate the environment.

 

6. Perchlorate

Perchlorates are a key ingredient in rocket fuel and explosives. They dissolve easily and seep into groundwater from military and industrial sites. The problem is severe; almost all humans will test positive for perchlorates, which attack the thyroid.

 

7. Dioxins

Dioxins are released during combustion, such as burning of hazardous waste, forest fires, cigarette smoke, and burning oil and coal. They settle in the environment and destroy water sources. Short term exposure can cause respiratory problems. Long-term exposure can affect the immune, nervous, endocrine, and reproductive systems.

 

How water filters can improve your health

Promote absorption of vital nutrients

Filtered water can help with nutrient absorption. If you regularly use an alkaline water filter, you will be drinking not just filtered, but alkaline water. Such filtered water is great in a lot of ways, including that it increases the rate that water molecules and nutrients are absorbed by your cells. This greatly improves overall health.

 

Improve skin health

Drinking filtered water is important for the proper hydration of our skin. Filtered water, particularly when drank in sufficient quantities is one of the best ways to improve the hydration and health of your skin, all the while saving money due to buying less cosmetics.

 

Detox the body

Detoxification is another one of the key health benefits of drinking filtered water. Drinking filtered or alkaline water can significantly detoxify the body. Proper detoxification is essential for everyone’s health. And drinking filtered water is one of the most important things that can assist you in pursuing this goal.

Filtered water doesn’t just remove a lot of chemicals and natural contaminants from our water, it also preserves healthy mineral deposits that are important for our well-being. A good Biopure water filtration system will filter 99% of the contaminants in your tap water, while allowing healthy minerals through. Not only that, but a lot of our water filters work by adding minerals to your drinking water in various ways.

Filtered water, particularly alkaline ionised water, is also very effective in helping us keep a healthy pH balance in our bodies. A proper balance should be maintained to protect your body from various diseases and ailments, including cancer problems caused by an overly acidic environment. Drinking filtered and / or alkaline ionised water is a great way to counteract acidic foods consumed to help maintain a healthy pH balance.

 

Reduced single use bottles

Having filtered water at home also discourages us from drinking bottled water. A lot of people are conscious enough not to substitute water with beer and sodas, but still substitute filtered tap water with bottled water which isn’t a good substitute. Bottled water is significantly less healthy than filtered tap water. The plastic that leaks into it is reason enough for us to avoid bottled water.

 

Good for the environment

Drinking filtered water instead of bottled water also has a considerably positive environmental effect. And while this isn’t a direct “health benefit”, keeping our environment plastic-free has a significant long-term health, comfort, and wellbeing effect on us all.  Ironically, we are increasingly contaminating our natural water supplies with plastic and heavy industries, causing the need for increased filtration when it’s time to drink it.

 

Water filtration systems are key for healthy lifestyle

Filtering your water at home isn’t just something you should do for the taste of it. Owning one of the top Biopure water filtration systems can dramatically improve your wellbeing and overall health in many ways. Get in touch with Biopure today or order your new water filter online. We are water filter specialists and are the only provider of water filters on the Gold Coast that you can trust to provide you with top quality water filter systems. 

We all know that water is a vital nutrient for your body. Drinking water is the healthiest, most natural way to hydrate. A sufficient water supply supports health and well-being, since water contributes to the preservation of normal physical and cognitive functions. On average, 60% of an adult’s body weight is composed of water – water is present in almost every single cell of your body. As such, water is our most important macronutrient in quantitative terms. It is important to life as water is essential to practically all functions of the human body. This is why you should only be consuming filtered water. The most effective way to consume mineral water is to install an alkaline mineral water filter in your home. Biopure Water for Life, supply the best alkaline mineral water filters in Australia. Drinking water filtered through one of our alkaline mineral water filters will help maintain the balance of your body and mind.

 

Why Drink Filtered Alkaline Mineral Water?

Filtered mineral water is in fact the healthiest and most natural way to hydrate – it contains zero calories, no sugar, and no added chemicals. Consuming filtered alkaline mineral water is essential to compensate for you daily water losses. Improving hydration and drinking habits can make a simple and significant contribution to promoting healthier lifestyles. Drinking mineral water, that has been filtered through a Biopure alkaline mineral water filter has additional health benefits that you might not be aware of such as:

• mineral water is beneficial to the preservation of physical and mental functions;
• It acts as a lubricant and cushion for the joints, helping to protect sensitive tissue from shock;
• it also aids in the digestion process, by helping to break down the foods you eat; and
• filtered water containing magnesium supports your energy metabolism and can help to reduce tiredness and fatigue.

Drinking filtered alkaline mineral water is beneficial to health and well-being. But it is not only the amount of water you drink that is important – what the water contains is even more essential. Drinking mineral water, filtered through an alkaline mineral water filter, ensures that you can easily maintain your fluid balance while at the same time supplying your body with valuable minerals and trace elements.

• Besides the level of mineralization, the types of minerals contained in filtered mineral water are also of major importance. Every mineral has a specific effect on your health, such as energy metabolism, digestion or clotting of blood. More specifically, important minerals that feature in most filtered mineral waters are Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium;
• Calcium is involved in many important functions of the human body. Calcium is also important for healthy bones, muscles, and teeth;
• Magnesium supports your body’s energy metabolism and helps raise PH naturally. Due to this, magnesium can help reduce fatigue and tiring. Especially important for sportive and active people: Magnesium is essential to the functionality of your muscles and nervous system.

 

Alkaline Mineral Water Filter Options

Biopure, Water for life have a number of great alkaline mineral water filters, that can assist you to remineralise your body and improve your all round health. Our top recommendations are:

 

1.    Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Under Sink Water Purifier

Biopure’s 5 stage alkaline mineral hydrogen rich reverse osmosis filter system is hand built in Australia by us.   This system is our most popular under sink water purifier giving you the best tasting clean pure water that the whole family will enjoy.

 

This system will effectively remove up to 99% of Aluminium, Fluoride, Chlorine, Chloramine, Asbestos, Iron, Lead, Zinc, Mercury, Copper, Calcium, Sodium, etc. Micro-organisms including Giardia, Cryptosporidium, Meningitis, Hepatitis, Viruses, Bacteria, and all chemical contaminants. The PI Biopure alkaline mineral cartridge will give you a healthy PH of 8.5 – 9.5 whilst adding back essential minerals.

 

2.    Portable Countertop Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier

Biopure’s portable alkaline mineral rich filter removes fluoride, chlorine, heavy metals, bacteria and more whilst creating healthy hydrogen rich alkaline water. This alkaline mineral filter connects to your tap in under one minute using the diverter valve and tap adaptor that’s included which is suitable for kitchen, caravan, or laundry top mounting.

This alkaline mineral water filter system will effectively remove up to 99% of Aluminium, Fluoride, Chlorine, Chloramine, Heavy Metals, Asbestos, Iron, Lead, Zinc, Mercury, Copper, Calcium, Sodium, Herbicides, Pesticides, and all bacteria such as micro-organisms including Giardia, Cryptosporidium, Meningitis, Hepatitis, Viruses, Bacteria, E-coli, and all chemical contaminants.

 

The Best Alkaline Mineral Water Filters in Australia 

So, if you’re serious about improving your health and restoring balance to your life, you really should consider installing an alkaline mineral water filter. Biopure Water for Life produce some of the best alkaline mineral water filters in Australia that can assist you to re-introduce some of the minerals that your body is missing out on. Not to mention the improved taste of the water and the removal of trace metals. These alkaline mineral water filters really are excellent for eliminating toxins and assisting you to hydrate and maintain healthy mineral balance. Biopure’s friendly and professional team are available to discuss the many benefits of installing a home alkaline mineral water filter, and can assist you to select the right option for you and your home. Biopure also offer installation services. Call us today for an obligation free discussion.

Buy a water filter from Biopure, Water for Life and you can rest assured knowing that you have purchased a top quality WaterMark certified product that will deliver delicious certified purity for years to come (if properly serviced). All Biopure’s WaterMark filtration systems are hand assembled here in Australia and are batch tested to certify the premium quality and workmanship of our water filtration products.

 

What does WaterMark certification mean?

WaterMark is a national certification scheme. It is the Australian standards tick of approval. WaterMark independently test and check the performance of the water filter product, and independently certify that the water filter meets Australian plumbing safety standards.

A WaterMark certification is mandatory if you want to install a water filter and comply with Australian plumbing regulations.  After testing, Watermark continue to check on the products with an audit once a year.

 

Why is a WaterMark certification so important?

For a start, it’s a legal requirement. With a WaterMark certification, you know that the water filter has passed a number of strict tests and requirements. WaterMark certifies plumbing safety, water pressure, taste, and toxins. If a filter system has a WaterMark certification it means that the water filter is safe and there are no harmful toxins leaching from the filter into your drinking water. So, you can just enjoy great tasting filtered water.

 

Here’s what the Australian Government have to say about WaterMark certification

Plumbing products must have a valid WaterMark certification before you can register them under the Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) scheme.

WaterMark is a certification mark provided by independent certifying authorities. It confirms the product:

1. complies with the Plumbing Code of Australia;
2. is fit for purpose; and
3. meets relevant Australian Standards relating to product quality, including health and safety.​

Certification is required before a licenced plumber can install plumbing products, in accordance with state and territory plumbing regulations.

All products that require WaterMark certification are listed in the Plumbing Code of Australia and Australian Standard 3500.

For plumbing products regulated under the WELS scheme, WaterMark certification is only required where the products are intended for use in a reticulated water system (piped water network).

This includes:

• flow controllers
• lavatory and urinal equipment
• showers
• tap equipment
• domestic water filters

Flow controllers fitted into other regulated products must also be WaterMark certified prior to WELS registration. To register products under the WELS scheme, you can provide either a WaterMark certificate that lists the flow controller separately or a WaterMark certificate that specifies the flow controller as part of the product you are registering.

 

What if your water filter doesn’t have the WaterMark certification?

Without a WaterMark certification, a domestic water filter cannot be legally installed in your home or your office. This is the case, as you do not know whether the water filter is safe.  If your water filter fails and causes water damage to your home, it is likely that your insurance company won’t pay out if the filter was not WaterMark certified. So be careful, and only ever buy water filters from a retailer that can provide WaterMark certified products, such as Biopure, Water for Life.

If you’re interested you can read further about the WaterMark testing process.

 

How do you know when to change your water filter cartridge?

Although installing a safe and reliable water filter system that is WaterMark certified is a good start, and will ensure that you have great tasting, safe pure water to drink. It does not mean that you can just install your water filter and forget about your it.  A water filter system can’t be expected it to maintain itself. You need to maintain your water filter so that it can effectively do its job. Maintenance is pretty much sorted by changing the filter every now and then. Your water filter cartridge will need changing ever so often, ranging from once every six months, to once per year depending on the rate at which you drink water, the size of your family and the water quality in your local area. You can read more about changing your water filter cartridge in one of our previous articles dedicated to changing your water filter cartridge.

All Biopure’s water filters are WaterMark certified and come with a warranty. If you’re interested in taking your health goals to the next level, call our friendly and professional team today to see how we can help you to find the perfect WaterMark certified water filter for your personal needs.

With so many types of water out there, how do you know what it is that you are drinking exactly? Is it purified water, spring water or filtered water? Well, Biopure, Water for Life are here to help you out on this front so you can make informed decisions about the water you put in your body.   

 

 

1.Purified Waters

Purified water is water that has been filtered or processed to remove impurities like chemicals and other contaminants. It is usually produced using groundwater or tap water. Through purification, many types of impurities are removed, including:

• Bacteria
• Algae
• Fungi
• Parasites 
• Metals like copper and lead
• Fluoride
• Chemical pollutants

Several methods are used to purify water commercially and at home. In Australia, public drinking water has chemicals added to make water safe for human consumption.

 

However, standards for drinking water around the world vary and are typically based on governmental regulations or international standards. In fact, the World Health Organization estimates that over 2.1 billion people lack access to safe drinking water. While purified water has many health benefits, it also has some potential drawbacks. For example, fluoride is a mineral that is added to public drinking water supplies in some countries to improve dental health and reduce dental decay.

 

Although this practice has led to decreased tooth decay in children, especially in at-risk areas, some argue that fluoridated water is not worth the potential health risks associated with its use. Excessive fluoride levels can be toxic to both brain and nerve cells, and long-term exposure to high levels of fluoride has been linked to learning, memory, and cognitive deficits.

However, experts argue that the level of fluoride found in drinking water is safe and beneficial in reducing tooth decay, especially in children who are only exposed to fluoride through drinking water. Research on the safety and efficacy of fluoridated water is ongoing, but those who drink purified water should be aware that some purification systems remove fluoride from drinking water.

 

Some other disadvantages of purified water include:

• May not remove some contaminants: Although water purification systems remove many contaminants, certain pesticides and chemicals may remain in purified water depending on the type of purification used.
• Cost: buying purified bottled water can be expensive, with some systems costing hundreds of dollars.
• Waste: Buying purified water in plastic bottles leads to a large amount of waste, as does disposing of used filters from in-home purification systems.

2. Spring Water

A lot of bottled water in Australia is labelled as spring water, but the source of that water is often a mystery.

Bottled water is generally spring water that is from an underground source and may or may not have been treated and purified. Studies have found that some bottled water that has been labelled spring water, has been found to contain contaminants such as arsenic.

 

Bottled water is more expensive than milk, soft drink and even petrol, so there’s no doubt bottled water has pitched itself as a premium product. In fact, you can buy more than 1,000 litres of tap water for the same cost as a 600 ml bottle of water. But does bottled water trump tap in terms of quality? Probably not. Both tap and bottled water have many carbon-based and mineral contaminants in them. Collective exposure to such contaminants over time can weaken your immune system and cause issues in the body.

 

Some interesting facts about bottled spring water:

• Tap water has 1 per cent of the environmental impact of bottled water
• Bottled water production makes 600 times more CO2 than tap water
• It can take up to seven litres of water and one litre of oil to produce one litre of bottled water
• Most water bottles end up in landfill
• Discarded drink bottles account for 38 per cent of the total world rubbish volume
• The average cost of a litre of tap water in Australia .001¢
• The average cost of a litre of bottled water in Australia is $2.83

3.Filtered Water

Filtered water has been put through a filtration process to remove impurities. Filtration involves running the water through some type of filter (usually carbon). This process is very effective at removing contaminants like bacteria, viruses, protozoa like giardia and chemicals like lead, chlorine and sulphate. Water filtration is an effective way to remove contaminants from drinking water and as we see it the best water you can drink.

 

Biopure, Water for Life has a wide selection of water filtration systems available, including Single Under Sink Filtration Systems, Twin Under Sink Water Filter Systems with bacteria removal, Caravan and Boat Water Filters, Fridge Filters, Shower Filters, Portable Water Filtration Systems such as Countertop Water filters, Alkaline Mineral Water filter Systems, Whole House Water Filtration systems, Four or Five Stage Reverse Osmosis water purification systems with Fluoride removal – to suit your requirements. All of these systems deliver safe, healthy, pure water each and every time.

 

Biopure offer our customers advice, service, and a range of quality water filter products to suit all needs and specific filtration requirements, and as our water filter systems connect to your mains or tank water supply, you can enjoy pure fresh drinking water every day.  No more bottled water.  We are proud to provide our customers with quality products from a list of world class manufacturers and the best filter cartridges and filtration components available. Get in touch today or check out our online store.

Biopure, Water for Life have water filter systems and cartridges for all purposes and applications. Biopure’s systems are backed by our 10 year warranty and are NSF and Australian watermark certified.

After installing your new watermark certified water filter system, you shouldn’t just forget about it and hope that it continues to deliver pure, clean water. Just like everything worth having, they require some maintenance to continue to pump out healthy, pure, water. Whether you should replace your water filter cartridge depends on how long you’ve had it and how often you use it, as well as the type of filter and the water quality in your area.Depending on the filter system that you have, the water filter cartridge will need generally need changing between once every 12 months to once every 24 months. Usually your filter will have a label that recommends how often to change the cartridge.

But if you’ve lost track of how long you’ve had your current filter, how do you know when your filter needs changing? you may ask.

Here are a few clues to help you to know when to change your water filter cartridge:

1. if the filtered water starts to taste and smell different (you may even notice the chlorine taste again);
2. you may notice large particles in the water; and
3. the water flow may start to slow down.

If you notice any of these signs, then it is time to check on your water filter!

These changes occur because the filter is beginning to become clogged up with particles. When this happens, the filter still works but the cartridge is not doing its job properly. So eventually if your water filter cartridge is not changed, over time the cartridge will become less and less effective as it can’t capture the particles anymore. If you forget to change the filter for too long it will get to the point where it will become totally clogged up and stop allowing water through.At this point it could become a breeding ground for bacteria which is very detrimental to your health.

Always check the manufacturer’s water usage guidelines to make sure you haven’t exceeded them. Of course, some factors will influence the rate at which your water filter cartridge will need changing, such as:

1. water quality;
2. presence of chemicals in the water;
3. the amount the water filter is used (depending on whether a whole family is using the system or just you); and
4. the filter type:

At Biopure, Water for Life, we offer a number of different filters such as:

1. 1. Ceramic – removes sediment, rust, algae, chemicals, bad taste, odours and bacteria.
   2. Sediment removal filters – Sediment removal water filter cartridges are available in poly spun or pleated washable, as mentioned above. Pleated polypropylene filter media provides more surface area for longer filter life and increased particle removal.
   3. Activated Carbon – works by absorbing contaminants trapped inside the pore structure of the carbon filter. There are two types of this filter, the ‘Carbon Block’ and the ‘Granulated Activated Carbon’ filter where both are dependent on water pressure.
   4. Reverse Osmosis – this water filter system contains more advanced technology than the ‘Activated Carbon’ because it can remove fluoride, arsenic and nitrate. Thus, these types of filters are recommended for people who want to remove fluoride or may have an illness.

It might be handy to note that some of Bioure’s water filter cartridges can be scrubbed clean to extend the filter’s life between filter replacements, such as the doulton range of cleanable ceramic filter cartridges

So to recap, most water filter cartridges require replacement every 12 to 24 months, depending on the filter type, water quality and rate of use. It is often easy to note how often you need to change your filter cartridge as the filter system will be labelled.

Biopure offer replacement water filter cartridges for many water filters, all of which are available online now.  We stock a large range of replacement water filters from leading water filter brands including Matrikx, Multipure, Omnipure, Doulton, Sprite, Pentek, Everpure, Biopure Ezifit and Ultraceram just to name a few.   Our range will suit most types of water filter systems on the Australian market.   You can choose from popular sediment removal filters, carbon filters, ceramic filters and more. 

All Biopure’s prices include free postage Australia wide.Biopure, Water for Life thank you for choosing to shop with us, we are Australia’s best value supplier of water filtration systems and filter cartridges. We focus on offering complete customer satisfaction so if there is anything we can help you with please feel free to contact our professional team.

It can often be difficult to get your children to drink water and you may be wondering how to make your children drink it so that they are getting enough water intake to maintain optimal hydration.

The key is to encourage your kids to drink more water by making it fun to drink, as well as by installing a water filter system that will make your tap water extra tasty!

Here are a few of Biopure’s tips to get your kids to drink more water:

• Make sure that your tap water tastes delicious (which will be the case if you install a Biopure water filter system);
• Set a good example so your children see you drinking water regularly;
• Choose a special water bottle or cup to fill with filtered water;
• Try adding frozen fruit to filtered water – this will make it more exiting for your kids;
• Choose water, instead of soft drinks when you eat out. If you make water the first option, it will quickly become a healthy habit;
• Teach your kids to fill up their own water bottles with one of Biopure’s water filter systems;
• Give your kids a fun, reusable straw;
• Try setting up a reward system – maybe give your kids a treat as an incentive to drink more water; and
• Use fun cartoon printed reusable water bottles.

 

Why is it Important for Children and Babies to Drink Plenty of Water?

 

There are many reasons why drinking plenty of filtered water is important for our adult general wellbeing. But for children, drinking sufficient water is even more important. This is the case as children are at a much higher risk of dehydration than adults.

Here are a few key things to look out for in babies and children that can assist you to recognise early onset dehydration:

• darker urine;
• dry tongue, lips and mouth;
• lower urine output;
• nausea and headaches;
• gaunt and pale appearance;
• increased tiredness;
• greater thirst for water; and
• dizziness or light-headedness.

Severe dehydration is much more serious and you should look out for these symptoms:

• cold temperature – especially at the extremities; 
• greater thirst;
• tiredness or less active than normal;
• pale and sunken eyes; absent tears;
• faster breathing and increased heart rate; and
• irritable, confused or drowsy.

If your kid is showing signs of severe dehydration, you should seek immediate medical assistance.

You can avoid all of these issues by ensuring that your child always drinks adequate amounts of water. Research also suggests that drinking filtered water helps to improve hydration levels.

Why you Shouldn’t Give Your Kids Sugary Drinks

 

Apart from the obvious risk of dehydration, there’s a better reason to opt for filtered water for your child, as opposed to a sugar filled alternative.

According to recent research, regular intake of sugar filled drinks is shown to increase the risks of obesity and other obesity related disease. Research also suggests that this can lead to a higher incidence of cancer, regardless of whether the person is obese or not.  The same study found that the more sugar filled soft drinks participants drank, the higher their risk was of cancer. This was not the case with those subjects that opted for diet soft drinks, which may suggest that sugar is a key contributor.

Cancer is one of the chronic health conditions associated with sugary drinks. Other health problems in children scientifically linked to high intake of sugary drinks may include:

• weight gain, leading to obesity;
• hyperactivity;
• tooth decay; and
• stunted growth.

A misunderstanding by parents is that fruit juices are a healthy option. But a juice box full of generic apple juice can contain upwards of six teaspoons of sugar. Parents should try to limit sweetened fruit juice intake. And instead, offer children fresh fruit and vegetables and filtered healthy water.

 

The Better, More Health Conscious Choice

 

A Biopure water filter is the best way to ensure that great tasting water is the first and only choice for your children. A Biopure water filtration system is a great option for the whole family. We offer a huge range of filter options from whole house, reverse osmosis systems, to small counter top portable systems. All of Biopure’s systems filter out bad tastes, heavy metals and harmful substances, leading to greater all round health. 

If you make the commitment to a Biopure water filter system it will deliver you delicious tasting, pure water that is available all day, every day with minimal effort. We don’t have any reservations in saying that you won’t have trouble getting your kids to drink water anymore.

You can order any of Biopure’s excellent water filter systems online today or contact our professional team to discuss all your water filtration needs. Biopure also provides installation services so you really have no excuse not to order one of our water filters today. Give your family the gift of health through filtered pure, water, water for life.