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Here is what we know 

Lugging 5gal Bottles

5 gallon plastic bottles contains Bisphenol A (BPA) is found in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. Polycarbonate plastics are often used in containers that store food and beverages, such as water bottles. BPA can seep into beverages from containers that are made with BPA. Exposure to BPA is a concern because of the possible health effects of BPA on the brain and prostate gland of fetuses, infants, and children. It can also affect children's behavior. Additional research suggests a possible link between BPA and increased blood pressure. If exposed to sun U/V or heat will break down over time and allow BPA to leach in water bottles. https://www.mayoclinic.org>bpa

New Info About Plastic Bottles

scientists found microplastics in fresh water, drinking water, or waste water. Some of these studies counted thousands of microplastic particles in every liter of drinking water. Theoretically, if a person consumes them, some microplastics are small enough to pass through the gut wall and enter the circulatory system. The WHO report outlines three possible routes by which microplastics could impact human health:

  • Physical: Microplastics could enter the body and damage internal structures.

  • Chemical: For instance, plastic additives such as plasticizers could enter drinking water.

  • Biofilm: Microorganisms might attach to microplastics and form colonies, which could cause harm. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/amp/articles/326144 

Pending Disaster

We all know this route, when there is a pending disaster, e.g hurricane, pandemic, we stand on long long line to purchase water with the BPA and micro-plastics

Clean Water The Solution in 5

1. Provides Nourishment

Water is life. The sooner those in power understand this, the sooner this law of water being available to everyone can be implemented. Water is the number one source of nutrition.  The human body is made of 60% water, and this is a clear enough indication of the importance of water. Humans need to be adequately hydrated for their physiological systems to function. Additionally, water helps maintain organ health and allows the blood to maintain the consistency it requires to flow freely and transport oxygen and nutrients to every cell of the body.

2. The Prevention of Diseases

Did you know that if people are unable to drink safe and clean water, it gives rise to various kinds of diseases? Fatal medical conditions like cholera, typhoid, and hepatitis A all occur because of the consumption and or the presence of contaminated water. Imagine the risks that people are exposed to when the only thing they can drink is water that comes from sewage and contaminated sites like industries. Clean water is essential not only to remain safe from disease but also to maintain good health.

3. Helps in Getting Rid of Toxins

Clean, fresh, and safe water also help in getting the body rid of all kinds of toxins, whether they are created due to bodily reactions, obtained from outside sources, or ones that occur because of the consumption of contaminated water.

4. Needed for Agriculture and Food Production

When it comes to the production of food, clean water is an essential ingredient. If the crops and grains are given contaminated water, the bacteria and disease will spread to those who consume the fresh produce. Therefore, water that is used for agriculture must also come from safe and clean resources.

5. Improved Sanitation Facilities

Clean water is not just needed for drinking but for sanitation purposes as well. If clothes are washed, or the body is washed with contaminated water, this too will result in the rise of diseases. Same is the case for cooking, cleaning and other similar tasks that are an integral part of our lives. Clean water is necessary for good health.  

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