A Chemist’s Deep Dive: Is the PUR PLUS Faucet Filtration System Truly Worth It?

Chemist analyzing the PUR PLUS Faucet Filtration System performance and Mineral Core technology in a laboratory

As a chemist, I look at water not just as a liquid, but as a complex solution of ions, minerals, and potential contaminants. For my Pure Water Watch project, I decided to put the PUR PLUS Faucet Filtration System under the microscope. In the United States, where municipal water quality varies significantly from state to … Read more

AquaBliss SF100 vs SF500: Is the “Heavy Duty” Upgrade Worth It? (A Chemist’s Review)

AquaBliss SF100 vs SF500 shower filter comparison review by a chemist. Image shows internal KDF-55 and carbon layers, explains why TDS meters don't work, and recommends SF500 for hard water.

In this in-depth comparison of AquaBliss SF100 vs SF500, I will explain… If you’ve been searching for a shower filter, you’ve definitely seen the AquaBliss SF100. It has thousands of 5-star reviews and is practically the “default” choice on Amazon. But then there is the AquaBliss SF500 (Heavy Duty). It looks similar, costs slightly more, … Read more

ZeroWater Pitcher Review: Why Does It Smell Like Fish? (A Chemist Explains)

Glass pitcher and a glass of ice-cold, purified ZeroWater on wooden coasters outdoors.

You bought a ZeroWater pitcher expecting the purest tasting water. For the first two weeks, it was perfect—crisp, clean, and refreshing. Then, suddenly, disaster struck. Your water started tasting like lemon juice. Or worse, it began to smell like rotten fish. You probably thought, “Is my filter defective? Is this dangerous?” As a senior Chemistry … Read more