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Oct 18, 2020 / in Blog Articles, News Articles
Because it’s bottled doesn’t mean that it is not toxic

According to a report in Today on 9th October, Consumer Reports recently tested 47 bottled waters — including 35 noncarbonated and 12 carbonated options — and found levels of ‘toxic PFAS chemicals’ in several popular brands that were above the limit recommended by some experts.

What are PFAS substances? According to the United States EPA Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that includes PFOA, PFOS, GenX, and many other chemicals which are very persistent in the environment and in the human body – meaning they don’t break down and they can accumulate over time. There is evidence that exposure to PFAS can lead to adverse human health effects.

What is the source of these substances?

PFAS are a group of chemicals used to make fluoropolymer coatings and products that resist heat, oil, stains, grease, and water. Fluoropolymer coatings can be used in such varied products as clothing, furniture, adhesives, food packaging, heat-resistant non-stick cooking surfaces, and the insulation of electrical wire.

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