Anyone with convictions about water quality care to share some info/advice? Are there sources you like for information about environmental concerns like water quality?
Our tap water passes tests for toxins--though I don't know how rigorous the testing or how high the standards--but doesn't taste great. The Brita improves flavor, but the black are annoying, and getting more so. So I'm guessing we need a new pitcher. Before I bought it I checked to see what others do, did some surfing online, and got more than I bargained for. (Reminded once again why it's a bad idea to get on the internet "just to check something quickly" when I can't sleep at night.)
I have zero science knowledge, and--based on what I've found so far--it's hard to distinguish legitimate concerns vs. marketing (fear-mongering). So, I can't do any kind of a cost-benefit analysis.
Looking at:
Basic drinking water pitcher or faucet add on
Bathwater de-chlorinators (thought over the top, but a friend's FIL buys them for grandkids)
Reverse osmosis system ($$$ but given the price of various add-ons and replacement filters, I can see why someone would with funds to pay up front would do it)
Any advice or sources appreciated.