Stéfani São João Brazilian Clay Water Filter (4 L - 1 gal)

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One of the primary reasons R.O. water is unhealthy is because removing the minerals makes the water acidic (often well below 7.0 pH). Drinking acidic water will not help maintain a healthy pH balance in the blood, which should be slightly alkaline. Rayner, J.; Zhang, H.; Schubert, J.; Lennon, P.; Lantagne, D.; Oyanedel-Craver, V. Laboratory investigation into the effect of silver application on the bacterial removal efficacy of filter material for use on locally produced ceramic water filters for household drinking water treatment. ACS Sustain. Chem. Eng. 2013, 1, 737–745. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] Borcherding, J.; Baltrusaitis, J.; Chen, H.; Stebounova, L.; Rubasinghege, G.; Mudunkotuwa, I.A.; Caraballo, J.C.; Abner, J.; Grassian, V.H.; Comellas, A.P. Iron oxide nanoparticles induce Pseudomonas aeruginosa growth, induce biofilm formation, and inhibit antimicrobial peptide function. Environ. Sci. Nano 2014, 1, 123–132. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] [ PubMed][ Green Version] We invite you to conduct your own ‘blind’ taste/aroma/texture tests with your friends between freshly drawn tap, or tap water purified through other means and the water which you have conditioned in your amphora Abebe, L.S.; Smith, J.A.; Narkiewicz, S.; Oyanedel-Craver, V.; Conaway, M.; Singo, A.; Amidou, S.; Mojapelo, P.; Brant, J.; Dillingham, R. Ceramic water filters impregnated with silver nanoparticles as a point-of-use water-treatment intervention for HIV-positive individuals in Limpopo Province, South Africa: A pilot study of technological performance and human health benefits. J. Water Health 2014, 12, 288–300. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] [ PubMed][ Green Version]

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Please note each amphora is made by hand and the dimensions can vary a little. Why use a clay amphora water filter to purify tap water? The amphora conditioned water is more energetic and carries more electrical charges – the conditioned water saw a rise in conductivity from 698 to 742 uS/cm. The result indicates that the conditioned water is richer in electrolytes. By contrast reverse osmosis and distilled water are carry very low electrical currents and water treated to reduce conductivity is not as healthy for us and not considered fit for drinking. Murphy, H.M.; Sampson, M.; Farahbakhsh, K.; McBean, E. Microbial and chemical assessment of ceramic and BioSand water filters in rural Cambodia. Water Sci. Technol. Water Supply 2010, 10, 286–295. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef]In the natural health and medical communities, acidosis in the body is considered an underlying cause of most degenerative diseases." Andrini, L.; Moreira Toja, R.; Guana, M.; Conconi, M.; Requejo, F.; Rendtorff, N. Extended and local structural characterizaton of a natural and 800C fired Na-montmorillonite-Patagonian bentonite by XRD and Al/Si XANES. Appl. Clay Sci. 2017, 137, 233–240. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] Here we discuss filtering water through ceramic vessels for safe drinking. Clay jugs for filtering and cooling water have been used for centuries in India, Africa, the Mediterranean, and Central and South America. Some companies like Mayu were inspired by ways of the ancients and built a new solution. Investing in a clay water pot might be a good option if you're looking for a way to filter your water and make it taste better.

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A friend of ours is away in Kenya working on various projects having to do with sustainability including filtering water for drinking. Where he is now, "water guard" tablets are used to kill bacteria, but it does nothing to improve the clarity or taste of the water so he has been experimenting with different filtering techniques. He has a local source of both clay and sawdust, making this sort of filter a viable option. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/jun/28/a-million-a-minute-worlds-plastic-bottle-binge-as-dangerous-as-climate-change Meliani, A.; Bensoltane, A. Biofilm-mediated heavy metals bioremediation in PGPR Pseudomonas. J. Bioremediation Biodegrad. 2016, 7, 2. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] Xu, H.; Guo, H.; Gong, S. Thermal barrier coatings. Met. Surf. Eng. 2008, 296, 476–491. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef][ Green Version] No electricity required: Unlike some other types of water filters that require electricity to operate, alkaline clay water filters are a passive filtration system that do not require any additional energy costs to run.

The main increase of minerals in the amphora-conditioned water was in magnesium. Magnesium is important for heart and circulation health and its bioavailability is greater in water than in food. Please note, the amphoras do not soften tap water. Cools Water, Improves Taste, Texture and Aroma du Preez, M.; Conroy, R.M.; Wright, J.A.; Moyo, S.; Potgieter, N.; Gundry, S.W. Short Report: Use of Ceramic Water Filtration in the Prevention of Diarrheal Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial in Rural South Africa and Zimbabwe. Am. J. Trop. Med. Hyg. 2008, 79, 696–701. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] Huang, Q.; Wu, H.; Cai, P.; Fein, J.; Chen, W. Atomic force microscopy measurements of bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation onto clay-sized particles. Sci. Rep. 2015, 5, 16857. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] [ PubMed] In a time when sustainable practices are paramount, embracing Amphora Clay pots for water purification is a significant step towards eco-friendly living. By reducing plastic waste, conserving energy, supporting local artisans, and embracing natural filtration, we can make a positive impact on the environment and promote sustainable water solutions. Let us embrace this traditional method and pave the way for a greener, healthier future.

Stéfani São João Brazilian Clay Water Filter (4 L - 1 gal)

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Chlorides. Some chloride occurs naturally in water, but all water companies introduce chloride to kill bacteria and to deodorise the taste and aroma of the water. Conditioning tap water in our clay amphoras, reduces the chloride levels and makes the water much more palatable.Zaied, F.; Abidi, R.; Slim-Shimi, N.; Somarin, A. Potentiality of clay raw materials from Gram area (Northern Tunisia) in the ceramic industry. Appl. Clay Sci. 2015, 112, 1–9. [ Google Scholar] [ CrossRef] Refreshing taste: Alkaline clay water has a refreshing, earthy taste that many people enjoy. It can be especially refreshing during the summer when temperatures are high, and people are looking for something cool and satisfying to drink. Tests on our amphora have shown that they do perform natural water purification. They purify, detoxify, condition and energise tap water. Clay water pots are also known to keep water cooler for extended periods, making them ideal for hot summer days.