What are the dangers of tap water? Table of contents Tap water has become the focus of much debate. Behind its potability, traces of pollutants such as PFAS, pesticides and microplastics are regularly detected. On paper, everything looks fine. The reality is less reassuring. Between concerns [...]

Which is the best tap water filter? Our 2026 comparison Table of contents With growing concerns about the quality of tap water, more and more households are looking for ways to improve the water they drink every day. Traces of pesticides, PFAS, microplastics, chlorine taste... These invisible pollutants raise a number of concerns.

PFAS in tap water: are you concerned? Solutions to protect you Table of contents PFAS pollution in tap water is no longer a hypothesis. It has been documented, measured and mapped. Some local authorities have even had to ban tap water consumption. Faced with these eternal pollutants, many French people are wondering whether their water is affected [...]

Contaminated tap water: are you affected? What can you do about it? Table of contents The revelations about the quality of tap water continue to pile up. Do you just turn on the tap and drink without question? It doesn't seem so obvious any more. With the recent health scares, more and more French people are wondering whether their tap water is safe.

Do filter jugs eliminate microplastics? Table of contents Faced with the presence of microplastics in drinking water, more and more consumers are looking for a solution to protect their health. Filter jugs are among the most popular options. But are they really capable of retaining these invisible particles? Before [...]

How can you filter microplastics from tap water effectively? Table of contents Long considered safer, bottled water is now being called into question by scientific studies, which show a much higher exposure to microplastics than tap water. As a result, many households are now looking for reliable solutions to filter water efficiently and [...]

Microplastic-free bottled water: does it really exist? Table of contents What if the bottled water you drink to «look after your health» did the opposite? Scientific research into the presence of microplastics in water seems to point in this direction. A microplastic is a tiny fragment of plastic, less than 5 millimetres in size. It comes from [...]

Microplastics in the brain: invisible pollution that gives cause for concern Table of contents Up to 121,000 microplastics are ingested by an adult every year! A staggering figure, according to researchers, who are now highlighting the scale of this invisible but omnipresent pollution. Water, air, food: these elements have infiltrated our everyday lives. And now, [...]

Plastic bottled water: invisible dangers to your health Table of contents Four million bottles blocked. Drilling suspended. Repeated contamination. Over the last few months, the news surrounding water in France has given cause for concern. Today, it's the Perrier brand that is concerned. At its historic site in Vergèze, the health alerts are [...]

Mineral water: what health risks are lurking in these bottles? Table of contents On 24 November 2025, a nationwide recall rocked bottled water shelves. Four popular brands - Rosaline, Munzur, Mevlana and Perlyne - were withdrawn as a matter of urgency from several stores in France because of a “manufacturing defect”. We [...]

Tap water or bottled water: which is healthier? Table of contents Can't decide which water to drink? Many French people ask themselves the question: «Tap water or bottled water? And it makes sense. Tap water is a cause for concern: nitrates, chlorine, PFAS, heavy metals, etc. Traces of contaminants can [...]

Is drinking tap water really safe? Table of contents Are you reluctant to drink tap water? You're not alone. Between viruses, chlorine, pesticides and heavy metals, many French people wonder about the composition and actual quality of the water they drink. And we understand [...]

Cadmium in water: what are the health risks and how can you protect yourself? Table of contents This pollutant attacks the kidneys, weakens bones and increases the risk of cancer. Its name: cadmium. It's a toxic heavy metal, invisible to the naked eye, but all around us: in the soil, in food, [...].

Glass or stainless steel carafe filter: which should you choose for healthier water? Table of contents There's no shortage of options on the jug market: glass, stainless steel, plastic... But not all jugs are created equal. The material used influences more than just the design: it has a direct impact on the quality of the [...]

What's the best carafe filter for pesticides? Table of contents No, your glass of tap water is not as pure as you think. Pesticide residues are still circulating in it, despite controls and bans in France. Analyses carried out by Générations Futures and Data for Good confirm this [...]

Readers, have you ever dipped your nose into a glass of tap water and smelt... nothing at all? Drinking water is not wine, so there's no complex bouquet to discover here. However, this odourless water may be hiding a less refreshing secret: the presence of pesticides.

Which is the best salt-free water softener? Our 2025 comparison Table of contents Dry skin, dull hair, rough laundry, scaled-up appliances... There's no doubt about it: you're dealing with hard water. And you're not alone. In many parts of France, the water is naturally hard. To remedy this without a filtration system, the [...]

Water, a vital source of hydration for our cells and our bodies as a whole, is at the heart of our well-being. But do we really know what's in the water we drink? This article looks at the importance of purifying or filtering our water and the direct benefits associated with doing so.

What's the best water for baby? What you need to know for your baby's health Table of contents When it comes to hydrating your baby, every detail counts to protect his health. Should you choose bottled water? Can you really trust tap water? These questions come up every time you prepare a bottle. However, there are many [...]

Should you give your baby mineral water: the experts' answer Table of contents Some mineral waters have been scarce on shop shelves in recent weeks. This is cause for concern for parents who are convinced that mineral water is the safest option for infants. But behind this shortage lies a question: is the [...]

Can you give tap water to a baby? Table of contents When you become a parent, every choice you make when it comes to feeding your baby raises a thousand questions. And water is no exception! Although the health authorities recommend that tap water be used to prepare baby bottles, many parents spontaneously think that [...]