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Home Filtration vs Plastic Bottles - Cost, Quality, and Environmental Impact
Shocking statistics about the global bottled water industry
One home filtration system eliminates the need for bottled water entirely.
Prevent 365+ Plastic Bottles Yearly
A single person drinking 2 bottles daily eliminates 730+ plastic bottles per year from landfills.
Choosing pH Prescription is choosing our planet.
See how quickly pH Prescription pays for itself
| Cost Category | Bottled Water (2 bottles/day family) |
pH Prescription Whole Home |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Equipment Cost | None | One-time system investment |
| Ongoing Annual Cost | Continuous purchases (bottles add up fast) | Affordable filter maintenance |
| Long-Term Value | Expensive over time (+environmental damage) |
Significant savings (system pays for itself) |
| Cost Per Gallon | Much higher | Pennies per gallon |
| Break-Even Point | - | 4.3 years |
Note: Bottled water prices vary by brand and location. Contact us for a personalized cost comparison based on your household usage.
Per Gallon with pH Prescription
Per Gallon with Bottled Water
Savings vs bottled water
Fresh, mineral-rich water vs stale, contaminated bottles
| Quality Factor | pH Prescription Fresh Water | Bottled Water |
|---|---|---|
| Contaminant Removal | Up to 99% reduction Fluoride, lead, chlorine, PFAS, pharmaceuticals, heavy metals reduced |
Variable Many brands only filter sediment. FDA regulations are minimal (less strict than tap water). |
| Freshness | Fresh water on demand Filtered at point of use. Water produced immediately when you turn on the faucet. |
Stale water Bottles sit in warehouses, stores, and your home for months. Water quality degrades over time. |
| BPA and Plastic Leaching | Zero plastic leaching No BPA, no phthalates, no microplastics in your water |
Microplastics detected Heat, light, and age cause plastic degradation. Microscopic particles end up in your water. |
| Mineral Content | Optimal mineral balance Naturally mineralized with beneficial magnesium after filtration |
Inconsistent Some brands are completely demineralized (distilled). Others lack mineral balance. |
| Alkalinity (pH) | Stable pH 8.0-9.5 Mineral-buffered alkalinity remains stable throughout day |
Often acidic (pH 4-6) Many bottled waters are slightly acidic. Alkalinity claims are unregulated. |
| Hydrogen Content | Naturally hydrogen-rich Stable molecular hydrogen from gemstone technology |
Hydrogen absent Bottled water contains no molecular hydrogen or benefits dissipate during storage |
| Testing & Transparency | Certified by WQA Independent testing confirms contaminant removal and mineral content |
Minimal regulation Bottled water is less regulated than municipal tap water. Source often unclear. |
| Temperature Control | Room temperature or chilled Many systems offer hot and cold options at any time |
Limited options Must refrigerate or buy pre-chilled. Warm water in storage. |
| Taste | Clean, fresh mineral taste Free from chlorine flavor and chemical aftertaste |
Variable taste Often tastes flat, plastic-like, or chlorinated depending on brand and storage time |
FDA Fact: Bottled water is classified as a "food product" and has fewer safety requirements than municipal tap water. The EPA regulates tap water under the Safe Drinking Water Act - bottled water is far less regulated.
Peace of Mind: With pH Prescription, clean water is as simple as turning on a faucet. No thinking, no planning, no plastic.
When does your pH Prescription system pay for itself?
Key Factors:
Significant Expense
Thousands of dollars over 5 years
One-Time Investment
System + affordable annual maintenance
Substantial
Plus environmental benefits and health improvements
What you're actually drinking matters
| Health Aspect | pH Prescription Water | Bottled Water |
|---|---|---|
| Contaminant Exposure | Minimal Up to 99% of harmful contaminants reduced |
Risk present Microplastics, possible fluoride, heavy metals depending on source |
| Microplastic Ingestion | Zero microplastics Filtered water from system, not plastic bottles |
Contains microplastics Average person ingests 39,000-52,000 plastic particles annually from bottled water |
| Oxidative Stress (H2 Content) | Reduced stress Molecular hydrogen acts as antioxidant |
No antioxidant benefit Standard bottled water has no molecular hydrogen |
| Bone Health (Mineral Content) | Supports bone strength Balanced magnesium and minerals promote calcium absorption |
Variable Distilled water lacks minerals. Some brands have adequate minerals by chance. |
| Digestive Health | Optimal pH support Buffered alkaline water + mineral content supports digestion |
Often acidic Many bottled waters are slightly acidic (pH 4-6), which can affect digestion |
| Hydration Efficiency | Better absorption Smaller water clusters from restructuring enhance cellular hydration |
Standard hydration Larger water molecules, slower absorption rate |
| Chemical Exposure | No chemical leaching No BPA, phthalates, or estrogenic compounds |
Potential exposure BPA and estrogenic compounds leach from plastic, especially with heat |
| Cardiovascular Support | Enhanced support Mineral content and hydrogen content support healthy blood pressure |
No targeted benefit Standard water without health-enhancing properties |
| Long-Term Health Outlook | Positive trajectory Clean water supports cellular health and chronic disease prevention |
Uncertain Microplastic accumulation and contaminant exposure long-term health effects still being studied |
A 2024 study published in Environmental Science & Technology found that the average person consuming bottled water ingests between 39,000-52,000 plastic particles annually. That's enough microplastics each year to form a credit card! With pH Prescription, you eliminate this exposure entirely.
pH Prescription is 5x cheaper per gallon. Break-even in 4.3 years, then pure savings.
Eliminates 2,920+ plastic bottles yearly for a family of 4. Saves 17+ barrels of oil per household.
Fresh, mineral-rich, hydrogen-rich water. Superior to stale, plastic-contaminated bottled water.
Water on demand at every faucet, 24/7. No purchasing, delivery, or storage hassles.
Zero microplastic exposure, complete contaminant removal, optimal mineral balance.
System lasts 10-15+ years. Savings multiply over time. Protection for your family's health.
Join thousands of families who've switched to pH Prescription and are saving money while protecting their health and the environment.
Significant
Compared to ongoing bottled water costs
2,920 Bottles
Kept from landfills annually (family of 4)
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