Additional information about BioClean

Drinking water risks

The greatest health risk when travelling, 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 come from human and animal feces.
If such contaminated water is used for drinking, washing and cleaning vegetables, it can quickly lead to infections.
According to the EU Drinking Water Directive 98/83/EC, the water used for showering, washing clothes and dishwashing 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, every fourth holidaymaker is Traveler’s diarrhea affected. In some places the number rises to 80%. Diarrhea can disrupt a travel plan. Usually a Traveler’s diarrhea within 3-4 days. However, more difficult cases require follow-up treatment at home.

The best tips for traveler’s diarrhea

If the Traveler’s diarrhea The lost fluids and electrolytes must be replaced. Sugar-electrolyte mixtures are often available in stores. Or drink lightly sweetened tea, bouillon or fruit juice. In mild cases, you can also get relief with anti-diarrheal medication.
If you have a fever, notice blood in your throat or do not feel any improvement after several days, you should consult a doctor.

Disease prevention and control in the USA

In the USA, the US Army Natick Soldier-RDEC promotes Chlorine dioxide as a disinfectant for surfaces and dishwashing 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 processing equipment and surfaces. They do this by taking advantage of better material compatibility than other chemical disinfectants while minimizing the risks to users and the environment.

The company ClorDiSys Solutions Inc is a sales partner of the US Army product and promotes the use of Chlorine dioxide in pharmaceutical manufacturing, research, beverage processing, hospital and healthcare industry, decontamination and contamination prevention. She also gives seminars.

The US Army deployed Chlorine dioxide to fight Ebola!

Travel tips for hygiene and health

• In the subtropics and tropics, never drink tap water, even in the best hotels!
• Always disinfect and, if necessary, filter water from surface waters such as rivers, lakes, streams, springs, domestic wells, cisterns and water holes
• Backpackers and long-distance travelers always carry the plastic-saving and handy BioClean in their luggage
• To be on the safe side, use disinfected water for personal hygiene, brushing teeth, washing vegetables and washing dishes.
• Disinfect fruits and equipment when making fruit juice
• Only eat fruits, raw vegetables and salads if they have been proven to have been cleaned with sterile water.
  If in doubt, clean it yourself with disinfected water.
  If that is not possible, the following applies to food: "Cook it, peel it or forget it!" or today: "Take BioClean or leave it!"
• always use clean towels
• Avoid bathing in tropical lakes and rivers as schistosomiasis pathogens can penetrate the skin and infect us
• Take medication with disinfected water
• You can drink beer, wine, fresh hot coffee and tea without any problems
• Avoid food from street kitchens and food stalls
• Prefer well-cooked foods 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 make sure that this is stated when ordering
• Avoid open and non-industrial drinks (e.g. open bottles, carafes, etc.)

Other uses of BioClean

Algae and contaminants in drinking water

In the USA Chlorine dioxide It is also used to improve the taste and smell of drinking water when these are unsatisfactory due to residual contamination from algae or decaying plants. It is also effective against foul-smelling phenolic contaminants. Chlorine dioxide active because it oxidatively degrades phenols similar to pulp bleaching.

Against fungi

Due to its fungicidal effect, Chlorine dioxide Also suitable for combating mold: Apply BioClean directly and ensure good ventilation. After about an hour, wipe with a damp cloth, then wipe again and allow to dry. Repeat the application if necessary.