Most of us assume our tap water is clean — but what’s invisible to the eye can have real consequences for your health. Even treated municipal water can contain a surprising mix of contaminants, from trace pharmaceuticals to microplastics. In this post, we’ll explore five common (and often overlooked) tap water pollutants, how they get there, and what kind of filtration actually removes them. If you care about what goes into your body, knowing what’s in your water is a powerful first step.
1. Microplastics
- Found in tap water globally — studies have detected them in over 80% of samples.
- Source: water treatment systems can’t filter them out; they enter via pipes and the environment. Laundering polyester clothing, and countless other things shed microplastics into the water system.
- Health concerns: unknown long-term effects, hormone disruption.
- How Alkanatur helps: Independent testing shows removal of microplastics.
2. Chlorine & Chlorine Byproducts (THMs)
- Commonly used for disinfection in municipal water.
- Byproducts like trihalomethanes (THMs) are linked to increased cancer risk.
- Alkanatur advantage: Coconut-activated carbon removes chlorine and its byproducts by 99%.
3. Heavy Metals (like lead, arsenic, mercury)
- Leached from old pipes, industrial pollution, or groundwater.
- Even low exposure can affect cognitive function, especially in children.
- Alkanatur advantage: Certified reduction of heavy metals through ion-exchange and carbon filtration.
4. PFAS (Forever Chemicals)
- Found in non-stick pans, waterproof clothing, firefighting foam, microwave popcorn bags, outdoor cushions, and more.
- Can contaminate municipal water sources and are extremely hard to break down, thereby earning their "forever" name.
- Alkanatur’s edge: Laboratory-tested for significant PFAS reduction — uncommon among standard pitchers.
5. Pharmaceutical Residues
- Trace amounts of antibiotics, antidepressants, and hormones have been found in tap water.
- Traditional treatment plants aren’t designed to remove them.
- Alkanatur’s approach: Multi-stage filtration removes a wide spectrum of organic compounds.
Knowing what’s in your tap water — and having a reliable way to remove it — empowers you to take charge of your health. The Alkanatur pitcher goes beyond basic filtration, helping you stay hydrated with clean, mineral-rich, alkaline water you can trust.
