WATER FACTS

YOUR BODY IS UP TO 60% WATER

Water isn’t just a beverage — it’s the foundation of human health. Our bodies rely on water for nearly every function, from regulating temperature to supporting organ health. Staying properly hydrated is one of the simplest, most effective ways to protect your long-term wellbeing.

At Eurotec Water Solutions, we believe understanding what’s in your water is just as important as drinking enough of it.

What Are PFAS Contaminants?

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a group of man-made chemicals that have been used across countless industries since the 1940s. Because there are so many related compounds and confusing acronyms (PFAS, PFOA, PFOS), it’s easy to get lost in the science.

Key points:

  • PFAS are synthetic chemicals found in manufacturing, packaging, and household products
  • They persist in the environment and don’t break down easily earning the nickname “forever chemicals”
  • Traces have been detected in both water supplies and the human body
  • Understanding your exposure is the first step toward better filtration

Putting Your Water to the Test

A water test measures exactly what’s dissolved or suspended in your water beyond H₂O itself — contaminants that may be invisible to the eye but still affect your health and daily life.

Key points:

  • Contaminants can enter your water supply through pipes, groundwater, or municipal treatment processes
  • Testing identifies specific pollutants so filtration can be tailored to your needs
  • Regular testing helps track changes in water quality over time

Understanding Shower Water

Exercise and hydration go hand in hand with good health — but the water touching your skin daily matters too. Chlorine used to disinfect water supplies (much like pool sanitation) can strip moisture from skin and hair, leaving both dry, irritated, and sensitive.

When Your Water Smells Bad

A sudden rotten-egg odour from your tap, or a chlorine-heavy smell in your drinking glass, is never something to ignore. Clean water should be odourless and clear. If yours isn’t, it’s worth having Eurotec Water Solutions assess the cause and recommend a fix.

What Is Chlorine?

Chlorine plays a valuable role in disinfecting water and killing harmful bacteria — but too much of it comes with downsides.

Key points:

  • Excess chlorine exposure can lead to dry, itchy skin
  • It may contribute to brittle hair and scalp irritation
  • Long-term exposure has been linked to irritant dermatitis

What Is Lead?

Lead is a heavy metal, and even small amounts in drinking water can pose serious health risks.

Key points:

  • Linked to cardiovascular problems
  • Can reduce kidney function over time
  • Associated with reproductive health issues
  • Often enters water through ageing pipes and old plumbing infrastructure

 

A Closer Look at Chloramine

Chloramine is a disinfectant made by combining chlorine with ammonia (roughly five parts chlorine to one part ammonia). While effective for water treatment, it can noticeably affect taste and odour.

Key points:

  • Common alternative to standard chlorine treatment
  • Can affect the flavour and smell of tap water
  • Filtration systems can significantly reduce chloramine levels for better-tasting water

Water is our planet’s most precious and finite resource and demand is only growing.

Key points:

  • Global population growth (roughly 360,000 births per day) puts increasing pressure on water supplies
  • Freshwater scarcity is a rising global concern
  • Global water consumption is projected to increase by 55% by 2050, driven by food and energy production needs
  • Responsible use and smart filtration reduce waste and protect this limited resource