Does Your Water
Contain Nitrates?
Does Your Water
Contain Nitrates?
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Why Early Testing Matters
Nitrates are one of many water contaminants that cannot be seen, tasted, or smelled. So while your water may appear clean, it could still contain elevated levels of impurities. Even low levels of nitrates in your drinking water can have devastating effects on your health, which is why testing is so important to identify potential issues before they become more serious.
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Nitrates & Methemoglobinemia, Explained
Nitrates
High levels of nitrates will often form over time in groundwater through agricultural sources such as runoff, fertilizer, and manure. They can also be produced from septic systems or waste. Higher concentrations of nitrates can lead to severe health issues, such as methemoglobinemia.
Methemoglobinemia
Methemoglobinemia is a disorder associated with high levels of nitrates. When an abundance of nitrates enter your bloodstream, hemoglobin is transformed into methemoglobin, which cannot transport oxygen. As methemoglobin levels rise, your body’s oxygen levels deplete. Methemoglobinemia can lead to skin discoloration, respiratory and digestive troubles, and even death if left untreated. Children and expectant mothers are the most at risk for this disorder.
How Does Drinking Water with Nitrates Impact Your Health?
Blue Skin
Respiratory Troubles
Digestive Problems
Removing Nitrates from Your Water
Get your water tested to find out if it contains dangerous levels of nitrates. There are a number of drinking water systems you can install to reduce nitrates to safe levels. Reverse osmosis is one of the most effective methods of removing nitrates from drinking water.
What Your Neighbors Are Saying
Frequently Asked Questions
What are nitrates, and how do they get into my drinking water?
My water test shows high nitrates levels — what should I do next?
Who is most at risk from nitrates in drinking water?
What is the best way to remove nitrates from my home’s water?
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