Water may be Biologically Contaminated or Toxic Water

Biologically contaminated water may  contain microorganisms, like Giardia, (usually spread by livestock which contains bacteria, or viruses that can lead to infections.)  Toxic water sources contain chemical contamination from pesticide runoffs, mine tailings, etc.

Prill Beads

 Jim Carter originally invented Prill to clean nuclear toxic waste water.  It is  an  inexpensive product  that purifies and energize water. These beads are created from ordinary magnesium oxide prills by applying a proprietary bioresonance process.

Common water placed in contact with Prill beads undergoes a remarkable thinning. The pH changes to 7.3-7.5. The resulting liquid takes on the characteristics of “Dew” which is very different from common water. Skin readily absorbs dew but repels common water. Prill water will not permit lower life forms such as bacteria and fungi to survive but does support the growth of algae. The dew like Prill water is readily used by plants and persons to create the complex essentials of life. The living process in plants changes common water into dew that is the liquid found in fruit and seeds or other plant cells.

There are two basic types of filters Membrane Filters and Depth Filters

• Membrane Filters use thin sheets with precisely sized pores that prevent objects larger than the pore size from passing through. Pro: Relatively easy to clean. Con: Clog more quickly than depth filters. Example: PUR-Hiker.
• Depth Filters use thick porous materials such as carbon or ceramic to trap particles as water flows through the material. Pro: Can be partially cleaned by back washing. Activated carbon filters also remove a range of organic chemicals and heavy metals. Con: Rough treatment can crack the filter, rendering it useless. Examples: MSR WaterWorks II, Katadyn.

Note: There is a difference between a water filter and a water purifier. Filters do not filter out viruses, but there are water purifiers, like the PUR Scout, that pass the water through both a filter and an iodine compound that kills any smaller organisms that have passed through the filter. These purifiers kill all microorganisms down to 0.004 microns; however, the filter should not be used by people who are allergic to iodine.

Iodine is light sensitive and must always be stored in a dark bottle. It works best if the water is over 68° F (21° C). Iodine has been shown to be more effective than chlorine-based treatments in inactivating Giardia cysts. (Some people are allergic to iodine and cannot use it as a form of water purification. Persons with thyroid problems or on lithium, women over fifty, and pregnant women should consult their physician prior to using iodine for purification. Also, some people who are allergic to shellfish are also allergic to iodine. If someone cannot use iodine, use either a chlorine based product or a non-iodine-based filter, such as the PUR Hiker Micro filter, MSR WaterWorks, or the Katadyn Water Filter. )

• Liquid 2% Tincture of Iodine Add 5 drops per quart when the water is clear. Add 10 drops per quart when the water is cloudy.
• Polar Pure Iodine Crystals Fill the Polar Pure bottle with water and shake. The solution will be ready for use in one hour. Add the number of capfuls (per quart of water treated) listed on the bottle, based on the temperature of the iodine solution. The particle trap prevents crystals from getting into the water being treated. It is important to note that you are using the iodine solution to treat the water, not the iodine crystals. The concentration of iodine in a crystal is poisonous and can burn tissue or eyes. Let the treated water stand for 30 minutes before drinking. In order to destroy Giardia cysts, the drinking water must be at least 68° F (20° C). The water can be warmed in the sun before treating or hot water can be added. Refill the treatment bottle after use so that the solution will be ready one hour later. Crystals in the bottle make enough solution to treat about 2,000 quarts. Discard the bottle when empty.
• Potable Aqua This is an iodine tablet product. Follow the manufacturers instructions for use.

Chlorine Treatment

Chlorine can be used for persons with iodine allergies or restrictions. Remember that water temperature, sediment level, and contact time are all elements in killing microorganisms in the water. Halazone is an example of a chlorine tablet product. To use, follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Filtration