Purified drinking water is the type of water in which impurities are reduced to such an extent that they are almost imperceptible. Drinking purified water is a great health option because it does not contain contaminants. Before, if you wanted to have purified water at home, you had to boil it, buy filter jugs – not very cheap – but today there are modern commercial water purifiers that do the job for you, which means you can always have fresh, clean water. water from the comfort of your home.

It is important to note that the quality of drinking water in our country is very good. According to Superintendence of Sanitary Services it complies with a standard adjusted to the parameters established by the World Health Organization and there are three different types of entities that manufacture and control water samples across Chile: companies, health services and the SISS.

The way to assess the quality of drinking water is the same in all localities of the country: Chilean Standard 409 (NCh 409/1), which establishes the elements that must be present in tap water and at what levels . Drinking water in Chile must measure and respect and measure 43 quality parameters.

Now, if our water plays all the rules of the game, why is it better to drink purified water? Because despite everything, there are residues in the pipes and sediments, which continue to circulate in the drinking water that reaches us. Just look at the scale that forms in the kettle or in the kettle every time you boil water, or how important it is to put filtered water in the irons or in some coffee machines.

But, beyond serving to take care of certain devices, I can affirm that among the most positive consequences of having a water purifier in the house, the increase in its daily consumption at home has been l one of the most relevant. Let’s review some of the main benefits of having purified water at home.

healthier skin

As I told you and as happened in my particular case, the water purifier helped me improve the quality of my skin. Believe it or not, our skin is over 50% water. When you are dehydrated, your skin appears duller and sunken, and wrinkles become more visible. However, when we drink enough water, our skin looks more supple and has better elasticity, which means it stays hydrated longer and is less prone to cracking.

More energy

Drinking purified water gives us a little more energy. The theory says that you should drink at least a liter and a half of water a day, at a minimum. However, the amount of water you should drink per day really depends on your body’s needs. Some people need more water; others, less. Either way, dehydration affects your mood and level of concentration. By drinking purified water, which is often tastier than tap water, you can improve your brain function and cognitive abilities, allowing you to perform better in your daily tasks.

To save money

With a water purifier, you have the ability to access clean water in your home. Keep in mind that buying one of these artifacts is a one-time thing. On the other hand, the other option is to constantly buy bottled water, if the one that comes directly from the pipe does not suit you, as it is in my case. Using a water purifier can save you a lot of money.

Clean water leads to healthier options

Unhealthy, bad-tasting water in your home does us a disservice. Bad water not only has the potential to cause adverse health effects if your water does not taste good, but it will also cause you to make unhealthy choices in your daily life. Quite simply, drinking water with less flavor affects decision making. Just not drinking water can make you feel lethargic and make unhealthy food choices.

There are several options of purifiers on the market, some more complete than others of course. In my case, I don’t have a fridge with a purified water system, mine only comes with a four liter canister that needs to be refilled, a task my household members forget or have lazy to do. The arrival of the purifier has completely changed the relationship to water consumption at the family level. After 30 days of using one of the Fensa brand purifiers, I leave below some perceptions regarding this device.

• Variety of temperatures: The PH41B model from the Fensa brand – which has three different models – is the top of the range. What I like the most is that it has three different temperature options, frozen -perfect for hot days-, natural -for winter days like these- and warm, a perfect option that made me forget the electric kettle that I have left almost alone to prepare the rice. On these freezing days, I increased my intake of herbal waters which are also good for our body.
• Dual filter: Keep in mind that the filter is not forever, of course. It has a useful life of approximately 3,000 liters, which is the equivalent of approximately 6 months of life. After that, you should change it. But during this time, this filter ensures the quality of the water by retaining impurities and excess chlorine. Therefore, the taste of the water is much richer than that which comes directly from the pipe, since this taste of iron and chlorine that it sometimes brings is eliminated. There are two filtering stages in this model, the first with a polypropylene filter which removes sediment such as mud, rust, algae, fungi and suspended particles such as iron, salt or dust. other metals. The second filter is activated carbon with silver ions, which is responsible for removing odors, chlorine and preventing the growth of any type of microorganism.
• Significant savings: As we mentioned earlier, one of the big advantages is savings. By eliminating that ferrous taste from running water, my family also didn’t start drinking just water. In the past, to ensure healthy water intake, people drank a lot of powdered juice or bottled mineral water. We have been without them for 30 days.
• good water flow : Another of its qualities that I would like to highlight is its water flow. I’ve had experiences with small purifiers where the water drops very slowly and the wait to refill a bottle or glass makes the process a little tedious, although it just takes patience sometimes it’s is precisely what is missing in our lives. This model guarantees the flow of up to 1 liter of water per minute. In addition, the water flow can be continuous or controlled, so there is no need to press a button to fill glasses or carafes. In any case, the water does not flow with the speed of those of the bases that are sometimes found in medical consultations.
• Average height: If you want purified, filtered water in your home, both hot and cold, this is a good option. There are kitchens in which the 20 liter kegs with pedestals fit perfectly, but in others not, as was my case. Its size is more in line with a large hot air fryer or a food processor, dimensions that make this PH41B model a medium-sized device that will use the good square centimeters of the kitchen counter. Also, you need to place it near a wall water connection, so it should be located near dishwashers, dishwashers, laundry sinks, etc.

• Ease: Although it promises to be a simple process, my lack of patience and plumbing skills forced me to seek help from the man of the house who, without any problems, had completed the installation in 20 minutes approx. In other words, it does not require the help of an expert to start it.