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Over the past century or so, science has progressed at an astounding rate, and this has led to amazing discoveries and advancement in technology. One downside of this exponential growth of knowledge, however, is that we’ve sometimes plunged ahead too quickly, using chemicals and compounds that we didn’t fully understand. When we look at substances like radium, which was once touted as healthful but is now known to be extremely dangerous, we…

We take it for granted, but there’s really nothing quite as enjoyable as being able to run fresh, clean water, right from your tap into your glass. It is extremely unpleasant, however, when you turn on the tap to get a glass of water, only to be assaulted by a musty water smell, or to find that your water smells like rotten eggs or bleach. You might also discover that your coffee tastes bad, or you may turn on the shower and find that your…

There is a general consensus that water is a substance necessary to human health. Proper hydration is essential to just about every system in the body, and drinking plenty water helps your digestion, detoxifies your body, improves your physical and cognitive performance, helps you lose weight, and makes your skin look younger. With so much established fact about the benefits of drinking water, how could there be any controversy about good old…

According to the most recent figures from the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA), bottled water costs about $1.11 per gallon. That’s probably a low figure, though, considering that it takes into account the price in different countries as well as the price of 5-gallon jugs you’d see in an office water cooler. When the water is in individually sized bottles, the cost jumps to about $7.50 per gallon. It’s been estimated that an…

You probably already know how important water is to your overall health. It makes all of the body’s systems function more effectively and flushes toxins from the body. But what if the water you’re drinking to keep you healthy actually contains toxins and unhealthy contaminants? Water filtration can help prevent this from happening.

What is there in tap water that should concern you? The residents of Flint Michigan could tell you about…

If you’ve got a hard water problem, you are probably aware of the soap scum and residue it leaves on dishes, glasses, and your bathtub. You might even have trouble with clogged pipes because your water is too hard. Knowing what it can do to plumbing, fixtures, and dinnerware, have you ever considered what hard water can do to your skin?
To understand the effect hard water has on your skin, you first need to understand what causes water to be…

You probably take indoor plumbing for granted. When you turn on a faucet, flush the toilet, or start a load of laundry, you expect everything to go smoothly. But what if a leak develops or the toilet overflows? These problems demand a quick response to minimize water damage. Learn how to find and operate your house water valve so you’re prepared the next time disaster strikes.
Common Home Water Shut-Off Valve Locations
If the main water…

There’s no doubt that water is essential to our health, but how much water should we be drinking, and what are the best ways to make sure we stay properly hydrated?

The average American is consuming only half the recommended daily amount of water–a disturbing statistic given the importance of water for healthy living.

Let’s look at some of the factors that influence our water intake, why staying hydrated is so important, and…