PDS_GC_Heavy metals
AquaTru® is designed to reduce dangerous metals that can impact health over time, as long-term exposure to these contaminants has been linked to risks such as organ damage, neurological issues, and even cancer.
Example: Lead levels are reduced by up to 99.1%, going from 0.15 mg/L to below the safe limit of 0.01 mg/L.
| Substance | How it gets into the water | Potential health effects |
|---|---|---|
| Meprobamate | Excreted by patients; improper disposal of unused medication | Sedation, central nervous system effects |
| Phenytoin | Excreted by patients; disposal of leftovers | Neurological impacts |
| Atenolol | Excreted by patients; disposal of unused pills | Blood pressure and heart rate changes |
| Carbamazepine | Excreted by patients; resistant to conventional treatment | Neurological and possible endocrine effects |
| Trimethoprim | Excreted by patients; improper disposal | Allergic reactions; contributes to antibiotic resistance |
| Ibuprofen | Commonly used; excreted after use; improper disposal | Gastrointestinal and kidney concerns |
| Naproxen | Over-the-counter use; excreted; improper disposal | Gastrointestinal irritation, cardiovascular risks |
| Estrone | Natural hormone excretion; hormone therapies | Endocrine disruption, reproductive issues |