Ain’t it pretty? Big Berkey sent me their Travel Berkey to review for you (and one to give away!).

Although we live in the country and have delicious well water, I still will find opportunities to use my Berkey. Apart from the convenience for my four-year-old to re-fill his glass at a height he can reach, this will be perfect for when we go camping or spend time away from home where the source of water isn’t acceptable. Although it’s fun to think we can just drink water from a running brook and be safe, you just don’t know what the source is - do you?

Dan DeBaun, the owner of Big Berkey, shared some of the Environmental Working Group’s findings in his article Filtered Tap Water, It’s Not Just About Taste.

Even top ranked Arlington, TX had 15 different pollutants present in drinking water and exceeded health targets for 4 during the monitoring period. Lowest performing Pensacola, FL reported the presence of 45 pollutants and exceeded health guidelines for 21 of them.

I went on to read that there are “acceptable levels” of 91 chemicals that could be in your water. Acceptable? If you have the stomach for it, you can read the full report here: Filtered Tap Water, It’s Not Just About Taste.

Clearly, making sure your water is safe for you and your children to consume should be a priority. If it’s good enough for the Queen of England, it’s good enough for me Continue reading →