Good quality water is vital for every living being. Certain European countries, such as Slovenia1, have even added the right to clean drinking water as part of their nation’s constitution since it is so fundamental to healthy living. While many countries around the world provide readily drinkable tap water, how does Malaysian water quality fare in comparison?
According to the 2024 Environmental Performance Index (EPI)2 by Yale University, which measures water quality, Malaysia’s water quality3 carries an EPI score of 48.2 out of 100. This places Malaysia in the lower half of the metrics. In contrast, Singapore holds an EPI score of 88.9, while Japan scores 91.8, indicating far safer water quality. Malaysia’s water quality is closer to Iran (48.8) and Lebanon (46.8).
Evaluating Tap Water Safety
When it comes to tap water in Malaysia, it is generally safe for consumption, provided it goes through a sediment and chlorine filter. Chlorine is added during the water treatment process to eliminate harmful microorganisms and impurities4.
However, while the amount of chlorine added is considered minimal, additional research has shown that exposure to chlorinated drinking water can impact our gut microbiome over time5. It is entirely possible that chlorination-induced shifts in the gut microbiota could affect the gastrointestinal structure and function, as many gut bacteria linked with gut permeability and inflammation are altered in the presence of chlorine.
The Growing Concern of Microplastics and Pharmaceutical Waste
Beyond chlorine, there is the growing concern of microplastics in Malaysia’s water supply. According to a recent study, Malaysia ranks the highest among 109 countries for consuming microplastics, as Malaysians eat an average of 502.3mg of microplastics daily6.
Microplastics can bring harmful effects such as weakening our immune systems, leading to poor reproductive health, and causing additional cell damage. In addition, pollution from pharmaceutical companies means that pharmaceutical waste has joined human and animal waste in contaminating river and ocean water supplies7.
The Need for Robust Water Filtration
Given the importance of clean drinking water, there is a strong need for a robust water filtration system to eliminate contaminants, especially in Malaysia where unfiltered tap water is less than ideal for daily consumption.
Invest in the eSpring Water Purifier
The eSpring Water Purifier gives your home healthy water for healthy living. Designed for effective purification, the eSpring e3 Carbon Filter features three powerful layers of premium filtration:
A pleated surface with tiny overlapping strands made with non-woven materials that physically capture larger particles like dirt, sand and scale precipitates.
An asymmetric microporous film made with a high-performing membrane and protective support layer that captures finer particles like microplastics, asbestos and cysts.
Made with activated carbon from coconut shells and a polymer binder, this component reduces contaminants like pharmaceutical waste, lead, mercury, pesticides and herbicides. It also reduces particles down to 0.2 microns, which is 300 times smaller than a strand of human hair.
Going a step further, eSpring is the only water purifier on the market that comes with advanced UV-C LED technology capable of destroying up to 99.9999% of bacteria, 99.99% of viruses and 99.9% of waterborne cysts. This increases energy savings by 25% and eliminates the need for annual UV lamp disposal, as it is designed to last up to 10 years or 500 hours, whichever comes first.*
Experience the Convenience and Safety of Having a Water Purifier at Home
While we may make concessions when out and about, we should never settle for subpar water in our homes, as it is where our loved ones (including children and the elderly) get their drinking water. For the sake of our health and those we care about, investing in a reliable water purifier like the eSpring Water Purifier is necessary to ensure clean and safe drinking water for your family.
These factors of safety and convenience are why many Malaysians choose to install a water purifier to easily reduce harmful waterborne contaminants such as microplastics and pharmaceutical waste. In addition, it eliminates the need to purchase drinking water in single-use plastic bottles, which also means these bottles won’t clutter your kitchen or pollute the environment in landfills.
By choosing eSpring, you are choosing to protect your health and the health of your family, making sure that the water you drink at home supports your overall wellbeing.
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*Data shared may vary based on usage.
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