Bacteria mirror effect in water: what you need to know

Even after filtration, water can contain fragments of dead bacteria : cell walls, toxins, DNA.

These residues are no longer alive, but they can:

• deceive quality tests,
• Stimulate immune reactions or allergies,
• alter the taste or biological balance.

👉 This is called the bacterial mirror effect : an illusion of purity.

The awakening of dormant bacteria

Some bacteria do not die: they put themselves in standby in a state VBNC (Viable non -cultivable goal).

They survive:

• in the microfissures of used filters,
• in the biofilms of water pipes,
• Even after disinfection or UV treatment.

📈 Result : They reactivate later and collect the system, like an invisible ghost of contaminated water.

How to avoid the mirror effect?

✅ Use high quality filtration : ceramic filters, active coal, colloidal silver.

🧼 Maintain your systems:

• Monthly cleaning,
• replacement of cartridges every 6 months,
• Regular disinfection of tanks and taps.

🚿 For your health, do not trust appearances: the water must be visibly clean ... and really healthy.