Health Benefits of Inline Shower Filters

Contrary to common belief, our municipal water purification system is far from perfect. With a wide array of toxins already in our environment, the presence of too many chemicals in our water supply further threatens our health. Unmanageable hair and dry itchy skin are the most obvious effects such chemicals may have, but these are not the most serious ones. For example, chlorine treatment of water results in a number of by-products, some of which may cause certain types of cancer.

According to the National Breast Cancer Fund, the common factor with women who have breast cancer is that they have 50% to 60% higher levels of chlorine by-products in their fat tissue. Chlorine may also cause other health problems like heart disease, coagulation of arteries and problems with asthma and bronchitis. Beside chlorine and its by-products, our water supply also contains aluminum sulfate, lime, traces of heavy metals, sulfur and iron oxide. Even fluoride, the much touted chemical that is added to water supply all over the country, has been found to cause thyroid related problems like hypothyroidism and iodine deficiency.

Even when water is not ingested, for example when taking a shower, these chemicals can be absorbed though our skin. According to some experts, up to 5 times more chlorine is absorbed through the skin during a single shower than is absorbed by drinking 8 glasses of the same chlorinated tap water. Chlorine enters the blood stream and causes adverse reactions in various internal organs.

Some researchers have found that chlorine not only kills harmful bacteria in our water supply, but also kills healthy probiotic bacteria in our intestines. Water treated with chlorine and other chemicals for the purpose of purification can cause our bodies to age faster by damaging cells and tissues that are most exposed to such chemicals. Also, the steam we inhale while showering contains a much greater concentration of those chemicals. When chlorine creates a mist of steam, it is converted into chloroform, which irritates the respiratory system and can cause fatigue.

An inline shower filter is the best investment you can make when trying to protect your family from harmful chemicals and substances. It is an inexpensive, easily available device that is also very easy to install, usually without the use of any tools. By dedicating just ten minutes of your time to install an inline shower filter, you can forget about all those harmful toxins that may be affecting your health and that of your family. People who use inline shower filters have reported feeling healthier and more active, with noticeable increase in their energy. They have experienced positive changes like softer, more flexible and less itchy skin, along with better hair, without the use of expensive conditioners and lotions.

Generally there are four different technologies that inline shower filters are based on: Carbon/Charcoal filters, Kinetic Degradation Fluxion filters, Chlorgon filters and Crystalline Quartz filters. These technologies are sometimes used in combination to enhance the effectiveness of their filtration process. Inline shower filters come in various colors, sizes and innovative designs. Most of them also help eliminate unpleasant odors from water. Compared to other types of filters, inline shower filters are very durable and do not reduce water pressure after installation.

The most popular type of shower filter is the disposable type, which are inexpensive and highly effective. An added advantage of inline shower filters is that they prevent the clogging of shower heads. With such an affordable price tag and ease of installation, it is not surprising that most homes in America have chosen to use inline shower filters to ensure the good health of their families.