There are many different types of filtered drinking water available, and not all of them are equal. A popular type of filtered drinking water is reverse osmosis. This system removes a majority of contaminants by pushing water through a semi-permeable membrane under pressure.
It’s Safer
Reverse osmosis is an effective way to remove trace amounts of heavy metals and minerals that can be toxic to your health. For example, it can remove lead, which can cause brain damage in children. In addition to removing contaminants, RO systems remove bacteria and viruses that can make your water unsafe for your health. In particular, RO systems protect against the germ Cryptosporidium.
It’s More Efficient
Reverse osmosis is the most efficient method of water filtration on the market. It filters 99%+ of contaminants including dissolved salts (ions), particles, colloids, organics, bacteria, and pyrogens from the feed water. A carbon filter will also remove contaminants from your water, but it does so at a much lower rate than a reverse osmosis system. This is especially true of microscopic organisms, which are a big concern for those with compromised immune systems.
It’s More Affordable
Compared to fridge water filters, reverse osmosis (RO) systems cost more upfront. However, they don’t need to be replaced as often as refrigerator water filters do. Plus, the quality of water produced by RO systems is often more than enough to justify its cost.