In an effort to keep my carbon footprint in check, I keep reusable bottles and fill ‘em up with tap water. Since tap water is more regulated than bottled water , I tend to not worry about contaminants. Although lately, my tap water has tasted and smelled a bit off, making me wonder: should I start using my Brita again, or is

it time to invest in a more sophisticated filter? I am a fan of easy hydration, so I decided it was time to learn a bit more about the water coming out of my kitchen faucet. Here’s how to know if it’s time to start filtering your tap water.

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How to Know If Your Tap Water Needs Filtering