One of the health concerns prevailing in the Indian drinking water space is not water contamination threat and depletion of water reservoirs, but lack of awareness about the availability of the right water purification technology
HYDERABAD: Monsoons is the most pleasant season of the year, a breather and respite from the unbearable wave of heat and the scorching sun. However, it also brings along a host of diseases, germs and infections which one cannot overlook. With a surge in new-age water contaminants, diseases such as typhoid, gastroenteritis, food poisoning, diarrhea, malaria and dengue are on the rise during this season.
Since people are prone to falling sick during rains and the market is swamped with a variety of water purifiers, the least one can do is to select the right one that ensures the water you drink is safe and healthy.
Listed below are a few points that one should keep in mind while purchasing a water purifier this monsoon
Advanced technologies that provide essential minerals & vitamins: There is a range of superior and customised water solutions available in the market that are equipped with patented biotron and nutritron technology which magnetise and decluster water molecules and unlock the essential nutrients in water for better absorption. This makes it easy for the body cells to absorb the minerals faster, thereby helping in energising, activating, cleansing and detoxifying the body.
Water quality: People assume that there is one single technology that can solve all water problems. However, in reality there are 21 different kinds of water conditions across India and hence it is important to understand the water quality and then accordingly decide on the purifier.
Contamination: Generally, water supplied from lakes, rivers and harvested rain water have a lower concentration of TDS, whereas the water drawn from bore wells or supplied by tankers have a higher concentration of TDS and other harmful chemicals. Ask a water expert to suggest the right water purification technology best suited for the water you get which has the ability to remove new-age contaminants.
RO Systems: People assume that RO is the best and the latest technology. Research validates that if one uses RO water purification in areas where it is not required, then it leads not only to ‘demineralsed water’ but also adds to water wastage. Reverse Osmosis is meant to remove high TDS (salt content), certain heavy metals and contaminants which are found in ‘few’ locations, not all.
Electric & Non-Electric water purifiers: An electric water purifier can be useless in areas where power is erratic. Depending upon the need, one can choose from a wide range of electric and non-electric water purifiers which are available in the market that are backed by latest technological innovations.
Lastly, in case you already have a water purifier, service it regularly to keep the filter clean and enjoy monsoons. The author works for Eureka Forbes Institute of Environment.