[ADVERTORIAL]
Does unfiltered water cause allergic reactions and skin flare-ups?
Suzanne Dodds, Founder of Complete Home Filtration
Spring in South Australia is a beautiful time of year, but the abundance of blooms can trigger allergies. It’s not just the air we breathe that can cause issues, it can be the water we drink and bathe in too.
Readily available drinking water is one of Australia’s most important resources, and as one of the planet’s driest countries, it’s remarkable that the majority of our population can access safe, public water sources.
As public water sources are chemically treated to make them safe, the water disinfection byproducts can also contribute to allergies, skin irritation and other sensitivities.
Water quality and your health
For those prone to eczema, psoriasis, dry skin or allergies, it’s important to consider the impact of water quality on your health.
While Australian tap water undergoes rigorous treatment processes to remove harmful bacteria and contaminants, traces of various substances can still be present.
Common contaminants
Some of the most common impurities found in drinking water include chlorine and chloramines, and heavy metals like lead, copper and mercury.
While these substances are generally present at low levels, they may still cause irritation or exacerbate skin conditions in people with sensitive complexions.
Chlorine can strip your skin and hair of natural oils, leading to dryness, irritation, and flare-ups of skin conditions.
Potential effects include dry and tight skin, worsening eczema and psoriasis, scalp irritation and possible respiratory irritation for people with asthma or allergies.
There’s good bacteria on our skin that helps keep it supple, plus we have good bacteria in our digestive system. When you’re ingesting chlorine or showering in it, it can disrupt the balance of these useful bacteria.
Whole home water filtration
Complete Home Filtration systems are configured with four stages of filtration, targeting different impurities to provide clean and safe water for drinking, cooking, bathing, and household uses.
The pre-filter removes larger sediment like sand, silt and rust. Subsequent filters remove chlorine, pesticides and heavy metals, as well as magnesium and calcium; minerals that can reduce the effectiveness of soap and detergent and cause a build-up of corrosive limescale in the plumbing.
A remineralisation filter is an option, which adds minerals back into your purified water after purification, enhancing its nutritional profile and keeping your drinking water alkaline.
Harnessing the benefits
By installing a Complete Home Filtration system, you’ll no longer need other water filters inside your home. Kitchen tap filters sometimes deliver water slowly, but a Complete Home Filtration system can supply water throughout your home at up to 48 litres per minute, while also helping to keep the pipes clean.
Filtration not only improves water quality, but by preventing sediment and limescale build-up, it can ensure an uninterrupted flow through the plumbing.
We can arrange a free consultation to determine which system best suits your needs, water usage, and any other specific requirements. The consultant can also help determine the best location for your Complete Home Filtration unit.
RAA members save on filtration systems and filters. Visit raa.com.au/complete-home-filtration for more information.
Disclaimer: This advertorial contains general advice from Complete Home Filtration. It does not consider individual circumstances. Speak to a health professional for personalised advice.
