The health benefits of water filtration
Tap water is treated, but it may still contain unwanted residue. Gravity filtration offers a simple, effective and sustainable solution to improve the quality of the water you drink every day.
💧 Purer, safer water
Filtration effectively removes a wide range of contaminants found in running water:
- Bacteria and viruses
- Pesticides and herbicides
- Heavy metals (lead, mercury, aluminum, etc.)
- Pharmaceutical residues (ibuprofen, caffeine, bisphenol A, etc.)
- Chlorine, chloramine and disinfectants
- PFAS and microplastics
🧘 Better hydration
Unlike reverse osmosis which depletes water, gravity filtration retains beneficial minerals naturally present in water – calcium, magnesium, potassium – essential for good hydration and the proper functioning of the body. It also improves the taste and smell water by removing chlorine and chemicals.
🌿 An ecological and economical choice
- Zero plastic: no more need to buy plastic water bottles, significantly reducing your waste.
- Without electricity: Gravity systems operate without connections or energy.
- Profitable in the long term: a Black Berkey® filter filters up to 22,700 liters, or years of use for a tiny cost per liter.
- Easy to maintain: simple cleaning, no complex installation or plumber.
💧 In summary: filtering your water means choosing healthier water, preserving your health, reducing your environmental impact and making lasting savings.