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Health Concern

Nitrates in Drinking Water

Nitrates are chemical compounds from fertilizers and agricultural runoff that can be harmful, especially to infants.

10 mg/L
EPA Action Level
NO₃⁻
Chemical Formula
10-20%
FL Homes Affected

Health Effects

Short-term Effects

  • Blue baby syndrome (infants)
  • Shortness of breath
  • Fatigue
  • Headaches

Long-term Effects

  • Thyroid problems
  • Increased cancer risk
  • Reproductive issues
  • Cardiovascular problems

Common Sources

1
Agricultural fertilizers
2
Animal waste
3
Septic systems
4
Industrial processes
5
Natural soil deposits

Detection & Testing

Laboratory testing

Nitrate test strips

Professional water analysis

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Removal & Treatment Methods

Reverse Osmosis

Effectiveness 95%

Highly effective at removing nitrates

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Ion Exchange

Effectiveness 90%

Exchanges nitrate ions for harmless ions

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Distillation

Effectiveness 98%

Removes nitrates through evaporation

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Regulations & Standards

EPA Regulations

EPA maximum contaminant level is 10 mg/L

Action Level: 10 mg/L
Prevalence in FL: 10-20% of homes

Take Action

Protect your family from nitrates exposure with proper filtration.

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Related Contaminants

Bacteria

Both indicate potential contamination

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PFAS

Both are agricultural/industrial contaminants

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Fluoride

Both can affect thyroid function

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