Do THIS to REMOVE MICROPLASTICS from Water at Home
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Күн бұрынBrian explains the best methods to remove microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) from water using at-home treatment methods.
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📒 Show Notes 📒
1️⃣ Best Carbon Block filters:
Clearly Filtered pitcher tinyurl.com/3wck79zh
Aquasana AQ-5300 under-sink filter tinyurl.com/5uxjnfn8
PUR PLUS faucet mount filter amzn.to/3TzvRIu #ad
2️⃣ Best Ceramic filters
ProOne Big+ tinyurl.com/2r3phb63
3️⃣ Best membrane filters
LifeStraw Home Water Filter Dispenser lifestraw.xyibsh.net/xkKKV1
AquaTru countertop RO aquatru.pxf.io/Qy99Zo
Cloud RO cloud-water-filters.sjv.io/jr...
Waterdrop X series tankless RO waterdropus.pxf.io/PyQQJe
4️⃣ Best Countertop Distillers
Pure Water Mini Classic tinyurl.com/2s364kvr
5️⃣ Boiling water to reduce microplastics study: pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs....
6️⃣ Links to product certification databases:
WQA find.wqa.org/find-products#/
IAPMO pld.iapmo.org/
NSF info.nsf.org/Certified/dwtu/
⏰ Chapters ⏰
0:00 Do THIS to REMOVE MICROPLASTICS from Water at Home
0:44 Activated Carbon Block Filters
0:52 Ceramic Filters
1:04 Membrane Filters
1:52 Distillation
202: Boiling?
2:21 Choosing the Right Filter
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About:
This video dives into the world of microplastics in drinking water and explores how to remove them. You'll learn about the different types of filters, their effectiveness against various sized microplastics, and the science behind each method. We cover popular options like activated carbon, ceramic, membrane filters (including microfiltration, ultrafiltration, and nanofiltration), reverse osmosis, and even discuss the potential of boiling. By the end, you'll be equipped to choose the right filtration system and ensure cleaner, safer drinking water for yourself and your family.
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@taycinc 2 ай бұрын
One thing I would add is that there is a study called "Rapid single-particle chemical imaging of nanoplastics by SRS microscopy," which found large amounts of polyamide in bottled water. The suspicion is this is coming from the membranes in RO. It's not confirmed that's the source, but I think it's something to be concerned about when it comes to RO. It makes me wonder about any filter using synthetic fiber membranes, particularly when water is pushed through it at higher pressures. I use sawyer squeeze when I go backpacking, and I often wonder if it could be adding microplastics to my water.
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment!
@3glitch9 2 ай бұрын
Wow, that's interesting. And definitely deserves looking into. Thanks for the enlightening comment.
@domsquaaa4323 Ай бұрын
exactly!
@shoelaced 2 ай бұрын
Can you add a link to the boiling study in the description? I can't imagine why boiling the water would get rid of them, it's not like they go anywhere when they get hot... in fact it seems like that could break them down into even smaller and harder-to-remove contaminants.
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
Great request - link to the study has been added to the description and here is the link as well pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.estlett.4c00081
@paulsawczyc5019 2 ай бұрын
Maybe they turn to vapor at boiling water temperature - and go into the air.
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
@@paulsawczyc5019 Nope, read the study here pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.estlett.4c00081
@GardenerEarthGuy 2 ай бұрын
In New Jersey they set the tap water on fire before drinking it to burn off the plastics and chemicals.
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
Interesting, where can we find more info about this?
@GardenerEarthGuy 2 ай бұрын
@@waterfilterguru It's what we did as kids in the 1970s, everyone from NJ knows about this. The rivers would be burned off several times a year to clean them up.
@Jame-save 4 күн бұрын
if i boil the water does it work ?
@GardenerEarthGuy 4 күн бұрын
@@Jame-save You really want to set the water on fire, most everyone in NJ uses a blowtorch to set the tap water on fire to burn off the chemicals.
@delbarto4710 11 сағат бұрын
@@GardenerEarthGuy lol thats cap
@trade0714 2 ай бұрын
You can buy reverse osmosis water at the grocery store, but then they package it in those thin-skinned flimsy plastic bottles. Is this just adding the nanoparticles back in after they were initially taken out?
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
A great question and idea for a future study!
@Metalgal80 2 ай бұрын
Helpful! Thanks for all you do! 👍🏻👍🏻
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@k03dz0n3 Ай бұрын
Nice video, but RO's plastic membranes are (justifiably) suspected to leach micro/nanoplastics. I'm currently a student at a university and we can only use appliances that have a maximum energu output of 1000w. I'm working towards countertop distillation and using a re-mineralising pitcher; if you have any insight or input, please advise!
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
Do you have any research you can share about the RO membrane leaching MNPs? Other readers might find it helpful if you could provide links to the sources! Distillation, along with RO, are the two best methods for purifying water. The downside of distillation is the large time and energy input required. Typically 6-8 hours just for one gallon. We always recommend remineralization for both RO and distillation.
@DrVitaminAwesome 2 ай бұрын
Hey question for you! I have a waterdrop g3 at my kitchen sink for POU filtration for our houses drinking water. What do you recommend for a POE filtration system? It’d go before our water softener, right from the main line coming in. We’re on city water and I’d say the salt based softener we use does pretty well already to get rid of hard water. Mainly want to reduce any chlorine or chloramines in the water and just have nice clean water for every other faucet and water use for the house. We only have a one bathroom. Thanks for all the videos btw, bought the g3 based on your recommendation :)
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
Hey great question! The Springwell CF bit.ly/3Jz2tyP is a solid POE filter that uses catalytic carbon which is capable of reducing both chlorine and chloramine. Alternatively you could use a cartridge-based system like the Kind E-1000 bit.ly/3mzsFQZ (also uses catalytic carbon). Removing the disinfection chemicals will also serve to protect the resin in the softener, helping extend its lifespan 😉
@DrVitaminAwesome 2 ай бұрын
@@waterfilterguru I'll have to look into them! Thank you so much!
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
@@DrVitaminAwesome happy to help, please let me know if you have any other questions
@pureblood783 2 ай бұрын
We’re building a house and I’ve made so many decisions in the last 6 months - I would really just like for you to tell me what WHOLE HOUSE water filter I should get. I don’t want to research. I don’t want to look into it… I really trust you and gimme the name of the whole house filter and I’ll buy it! I’m done.
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
I'd love to, but unfortunately it's not that easy. Water quality varies drastically from location to location, meaning the treatment equipment for your situation will be unique. The best first place to start is with a lab test, then you can use the data to determine what treatment you need. Get an Advanced City Water Test from Tap Score here bit.ly/3HJrxAw Then when you have the data, feel free to send your report to info@waterfilterguru.com and I'll take a look and provide you a few recommendations for treatment options.
@doug995. Ай бұрын
Get a full water analysis on your water. Then treat it accordingly. Its the only way to do it properly. There are not any filters that do everything.
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
@@doug995. Exactly
@user-mv9ml1ow2e Ай бұрын
We are considering a Pro-One under counter filter unit. It is a single cartridge unit. We are looking for the best overall filtration without breaking the bank. Would you let us know your recommendation for a quality broad range under counter filter system. Had an RO that was noting but problems so don't want to go there unless you suggest otherwise
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
Reverse osmosis offers the most broad contaminant reduction. If you are on well water, proper pretreatment would be required. Check out the Waterdrop G2 geni.us/7uGxrp
@joniwooten9097 2 ай бұрын
I have a Berkey and a zero filter. Off brand black Berkey filters read higher than the tap water on the TDS meter that came with the zero . I just don’t know what to buy and what meter is accurate. What is best to use??
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
A TDS meter alone doesn't tell you if water is healthier or not or give an indication of specific contaminants present. Check out this video about TDS meters, I think you'll find it informative. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r66ml7yIvc-6qn0.html The best water treatment method to use depends on the situation and issues at hand. Have you had your water tested? Do you know what contaminants are present that need to be addressed?
@joniwooten9097 2 ай бұрын
@@waterfilterguru No I have not had tested but seems so different than a while back . I would hope the water company will be honest . Not sure I would know what each thing is but I’ll try to find out . T Y for answering.
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
@@joniwooten9097 happy to help. We always recommend testing the water in the home, as water can become recontaminated after it leaves the treatment plant and travels through the distribution system (so the water company's report wouldn't show this) Check out this video to learn all about testing, I think it will be helpful kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h7VpnJaV0b7Ff6s.html
@annad6746 15 күн бұрын
Do you know how the atla water system compares to the waterdrop system??? I believe they work completely different but just wondering if you had any info on the ATLA water system? I am in SW Louisiana if that matters. Thank you!
@waterfilterguru 15 күн бұрын
At this point I don't have any info on the Atla system - never heard of it.
@ronaldkoshinz8283 2 ай бұрын
I have heard that the reverse osmosis membrane actually adds microplastics.
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
I'd love to learn more. Can you share the source where you got the info?
@nunyobusiness777 Ай бұрын
Do you have videos comparing/testing countertop distillers? I'm currently researching ones that are affordable & am overwhelmed. TY
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
Not yet, but it's on our list. I will say there's not much variation with distillers, however. They all use the exact same process. The main difference is typically the construction materials. Make sure to look for one that includes a post-distillation carbon filtration stage which will remove any VOCs that might be able to evaporate with the water.
@nunyobusiness777 Ай бұрын
@waterfilterguru do you have any idea when you will be doing this? One I looked at today said it needs the filter changed every week. Others have said every month. Weekly, even monthly could get very expensive.
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
@@nunyobusiness777 No ETA as of now, we have a number of other projects prioritized currently
@Ak-fs4iw 18 күн бұрын
Can you link the website you mentioned at "Choosing the right filter"
@waterfilterguru 18 күн бұрын
Yes! Here you go (also added to the description) Links to product certification databases: WQA find.wqa.org/find-products#/ IAPMO pld.iapmo.org/ NSF info.nsf.org/Certified/dwtu/
@Ak-fs4iw 17 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru I chcked the WQA Database but can´t find any testing results for the manufacturer claims, for example "Microplastic reduction, etc."
@rksg2003 2 ай бұрын
Why don’t you do a video test on boiling water to remove micro plastics? Find a source, get a Baseline then send them to a lab.
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
I'll see what I can do
@xiondFirst 23 күн бұрын
You'll have to find a way to trap those evaporations. Otherwise I'm pretty sure it's useless.
@kylina3432 Ай бұрын
I noticed you included distillation in this video. Please, will you consider doing videos on those options also?
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
Thanks for the request, we've got it on our project list 😉
@blee3ee 2 ай бұрын
have you tested if the aquatru RO countertop removes or adds microplastics?
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
We've tested the AquaTru kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hNuSgr1-2dCaaJs.html but unfortunately microplastics were not one of the analytes included in the test we used. This is a good idea for a future project!
@yanethdiaz9105 2 ай бұрын
Yes, can you please test the aquatru for microplastics.
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
thanks for adding your request @@yanethdiaz9105
@Davo198 Ай бұрын
What would be the best filter that you would recommend for someone renting for filtering out chlorine, chloramines and Florida (along with micro plastics etc)?
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
Aquatru countertop RO system! geni.us/chlQv5o
@Davo198 Ай бұрын
@@waterfilterguruthanks Brian. Would you recommend this over the Berkey and Pro One filters?
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
@@Davo198 Yes I would 100%. Berkey and ProOne don't come close in terms of overall contaminant reduction, and neither of those systems are certified for their performance whereas the Aquatru is
@Davo198 Ай бұрын
@@waterfilterguru I thought the Pro One is certified for it's performance? Thank you. I just took a look but it looks like the reservoir is all plastic. So the water is just sitting in plastic after it's been filtered. Is there anything else you can recommend as an alternative where the water is not stored in plastic?
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
@@Davo198 No ProOne is only certified to NSF/ANSI 42 for materials safety (the filter elements only, not the entire system) - not for performance. I know, it's super misleading. Check out the AquaTru carafe which is glass: geni.us/JZ34mU
@annmiller7834 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for this information! We have Aqua Sauna filters that filter the whole house and the we use the Clearly Filtered water pitcher for our drinking water. Do you know if these two filtration systems will block micro plastics? Thx again!
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
Which whole house Aquasana system is it exactly? The Clearly Filtered pitcher has been tested to reduce 99.9% of microplastics, but they don't specify the smallest particle size that was tested
@annmiller7834 2 ай бұрын
@waterfilterguru - Thank you for your prompt response. The manual for the Aqua Suana is packed away. So, I cannot answer your question. We purchased 3 large oxygen like tanks from Aqua Suana about 5 years ago from the company in TX. I just went outside and the main tank says "Rhino Whole House Water Filter". Lmk if that's enough info for you. Thank you!
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
@@annmiller7834 It does not look like the Aquasana Rhino has been tested nor certified to reduce microplastics
@biohacksbrsaudeeinvestimen1262 Ай бұрын
Another technique that wasn't covered is ozonization. There are studies where it could destroy most nano and microplastics and as a side benefit will remove most agrochemicals, xenoestrogens and other nasty molecules that can't be filtered (but it don't remove fluorine and dissolved heavy metals)
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
Hey thanks for your comment! We did not include ozonation as it's not practical for most residential applications. The goal of this video was to explain the best methods which are easily accessible to most folks 🙂
@biohacksbrsaudeeinvestimen1262 Ай бұрын
@@waterfilterguru but home ozonizers are relatively cheap, like 25 USD. Using glass/ceramic containers and also a wall timer switch (to not overheat it) would do the job.
@libanvalladares8028 Ай бұрын
Which filter is the best to remove plastics from our plastic water bottle
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
You mean a filter that will fit a plastic reusable water bottle? Or are you talking about filtering water from single use plastic bottles?
@libanvalladares8028 Ай бұрын
@@waterfilterguru I’m saying, what kind of filter can I use like let’s say I buy a 12 pack of Zephyrhills where can I pour my Zephyrhills water and some kind of filter that will filter out all the micro plastics
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
@@libanvalladares8028 the Aquasana Clean Water Machine is WQA certified for microplastics reduction, check it out here geni.us/I8S5AAZ
@brandonc79 2 ай бұрын
Do you know if there is any validity to the claims that Zerowater adds 1200+% microplastics after filtration?
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
I do not. We've not conducted the same test, so I don't have any firsthand data on this
@brandonc79 2 ай бұрын
@@waterfilterguru Well get on it BUDDY! Jkjk thanks for the quick reply :). Just found your channel. It's great. I like how you retested the Berkey after their response about alumina and were able to clear things up. You got yourself a subbbbbscriberrrrr!
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
@@brandonc79 glad you enjoy the videos🤙🤙
@radydragoon 26 күн бұрын
@Water Filter Guru please bro try to test the german product like Carbonit And Alvito and gave a good feedback ( GFP with EM filter) Thanks
@waterfilterguru 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for your request, I'll add them to our list for consideration
@radydragoon 26 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru you said the same one year a go 😭 Why many people with Carbon filter .4 micron they say you don't need a nano filter it's just a matter of marketing?
@waterfilterguru 26 күн бұрын
@@radydragoon Sorry, the to-do list is huge and we prioritize testing products that the most people have requested. The water treatment technology needed is dependent on the contaminants in the water being filtered - activated carbon, nominal micron rating, etc. all depends on what needs to be addressed in the water
@radydragoon 26 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru witch is the best way to test the water in Europe from micro plastic, nitris and heavy metal?
@waterfilterguru 25 күн бұрын
@@radydragoon Find a local certified lab to test samples of the water
@MP-li2ho Ай бұрын
What does that mean boiling works but there’s parameters???
@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
The study was conducted with water that had specific parameters, specifically high levels of hardness that essentially worked to trap microplastics particles. Here's a link to the study to learn more pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.estlett.4c00081
@zil6470 Ай бұрын
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@waterfilterguru Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching
@Droidzi 2 ай бұрын
not sure how boiling water can remove microplastics - more info on this would be nice
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
Link to the study mentioned in the video is in the description
@sterlgirlceline 2 ай бұрын
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@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
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@radeksparowski7174 2 ай бұрын
they are already in the foodchain, clensing just the potable water is a partial solution that will not solve anything.......
@waterfilterguru 2 ай бұрын
Some folks might prefer to drink water that is free of microplastics, even if it is only partially reducing their overall exposure
@radeksparowski7174 2 ай бұрын
yeah, know those folks.... organic vegan jogger, my body is a temple nothing bad enters it.... takes suspicious pill of unknown origin from a stranger on a party to have fun YOLO @@waterfilterguru
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