BioClean

Additional information on BioClean

Drinking water risks

The greatest health risk when traveling, touring and hiking is the ingestion of pathogens such as bacteria, viruses and protozoa from drinking water. The following germs are found in drinking water: E-coli (Eschera coli), salmonella (Salmonella typhimurium), cholera (Vibrio cholera), hepatitis A, polo virus, rota virus, Norwalk virus, amoebic dysentery (Entamoeba histolytica), cryptosporidia (Cryptosporidium parvum), lamblia (Giardia intestinalis). These mainly originate from human and animal feces.
If such contaminated water is used for drinking, washing and cleaning vegetables, this can quickly lead to infections.
According to the EU Drinking Water Directive 98/83/EC, water used for showering, washing clothes and washing dishes must also be of drinking water quality.

Traveler's diarrhea

Today's desire to travel takes us more and more to remote areas, but also to large cities with critical drinking water quality.

On average, one in four holidaymakers is affected byTraveler's diarrhea. In some places, the figure rises to 80%. Diarrhea can throw a travel plan out of kilter. Usually,traveler's diarrheais over within 3-4 days. However, more severe cases require follow-up treatment at home.

The best tips for traveler's diarrhea

Iftraveler's diarrheahas already occurred, the lost fluids and electrolytes must be replaced. There are often sugar-electrolyte mixtures available in the stores for this purpose. Or drink lightly sweetened tea, bouillon or fruit juices. In mild cases, you can also take anti-diarrhoeal medication to provide relief.
If you have a fever, notice blood admixtures or feel no improvement for several days, you should consult a doctor.

Disease prophylaxis and control in the USA

In the USA, the US Army Natick Soldier-RDEC promoteschlorine dioxideas a disinfectant for surfaces and rinsing applications. The US Army has the primary responsibility to protect its warfighters from pathogenic microbes such as Bacillus anthracis or Listeria monocytogenes or Escherichia coli on food and the processed items and surfaces. They take advantage of better material compatibility than other chemical disinfectants while minimizing hazards to users and the environment.

ClorDiSys Solutions Inc is a sales partner of the US Army product and promotes the use ofchlorine dioxidein pharmaceutical manufacturing, research, beverage processing, hospital and healthcare industries, decontamination and contamination prevention. She also gives seminars.

The US Army usedchlorine dioxideto fight Ebola

Travel tips for hygiene and health

• Never drink tap water in the subtropics and tropics, even in the best hotels!
• Always disinfect water from surface waters such as rivers, lakes, streams, springs, domestic wells, cisterns and water holes and filter it if necessary (BioClean)
• Backpackers and long-distance travelers always carry the space-saving and handy BioClean in their luggage
• To be on the safe side, use sterilized water for personal hygiene, brushing your teeth, washing vegetables and dishes.
• Sterilize fruit and utensils when making fruit juices
• Only eat fruit, raw vegetables and salads if they have been demonstrably cleaned with sterile water.
  If in doubt, clean yourself with disinfected water.
  If this is not possible, the following applies when eating: "Cook it, peel it or forget it!" or today: "Take BioClean or leave it!"
• Always use clean towels
• Refrain from bathing in tropical lakes and rivers as schistosomiasis pathogens can penetrate the skin and infect us
• Take medication with sterilized water
• You can drink beer, wine, fresh hot coffee and tea without any problems
• Avoid food from street kitchens and food stalls
• Give preference to well-cooked food and avoid raw foods and lightly cooked foods such as butter cream, ice cream, mayonnaise and seafood
• Only use ice cubes made from sterile water and ensure that they are labeled accordingly when ordering
• Avoid open and non-industrial drinks (e.g. open bottles, carafes etc.)

Further possible uses of BioClean

Algae and impurities in drinking water

In the USA,Chlorine dioxideis also used to improve the taste and odor of drinking water if it is unsatisfactory due to residual contamination from algae or rotting plants. Chlorine dioxideis also active against foul-smelling phenolic impurities, as it oxidatively degrades phenols in a similar way to cellulose bleaching

Against fungi

Thanks to its fungicidal effect,chlorine dioxideis also suitable for combating mold: Apply BioClean directly and ensure good ventilation. After approx. one hour, wipe off with a damp cloth, wipe clean and allow to dry. Repeat the application if necessary.