Nitrates in Drinking Water: Health Risks, EPA Guidelines, Testing, and the Best Water Filters

Nitrates in drinking water

Nitrates are among the most common contaminants found in groundwater, particularly in agricultural regions. Although nitrates occur naturally in the environment, elevated levels in drinking water can pose serious health risks—especially for infants under six months of age. Because nitrates are colorless, odorless, and tasteless, testing is the only reliable way to determine whether they’re present in your water.

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