Around 70% of the human body is water, so the quality of the water we replace it with is absolutely vital. I’ve been filtering my water for many years because hydration isn’t just about drinking more—it’s about drinking better.
Modern tap water can contain chemicals, heavy metals, and even so-called “forever chemicals” that accumulate over time. A five-stage water filtration system addresses this by progressively removing sediments, chlorine, pesticides, volatile chemicals, heavy metals, microorganisms, and dissolved contaminants.
The result is clean, purified water that places less toxic burden on the body and supports long-term health and longevity. For me, investing in high-quality water filtration isn’t a luxury anymore—it’s an essential foundation of healthy living. I have had a lot of water filters – this company sells good quality products inexpensively Culligan.co.uk is their website
What a 5-stage water filter takes out:
- Chlorine, pesticides, and industrial chemicals,
- Heavy metals such as lead, copper, and arsenic
- Microplastics, bacteria, and other microscopic impurities
- “Forever chemicals” (PFAS) that build up in the body over time
- Dissolved solids, salt, and minerals
Stages explained
1. Sediment filter.
2. Chlorine chemicals, pesticides and organic contaminants.
3, Carbon block filter further reduces chlorine and other chemicals reducing the load on the reverse osmosis membrane
4. Reverse osmosis in brackets RO membrane the cost stage removing up to 99% of dissolved salt, heavy metals lead copper bacteria and other microscopic impurities.
5, Post carbon polishing filter final carbon filter that removes any lingering odours or tastes improving the water flavour
What it puts back in (by taking the load off the body):
- Cleaner, lighter water the body can absorb more easily
- Better taste and smell, encouraging proper hydration
- Reduced toxic stress on organs and detox pathways
- A stronger foundation for long-term health and longevity
I wouldn’t be without my water filter, it is in my top 5 of healthy longevity tips
Julie Hanson
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