Finding the right kind of water seems like a bit of a silly task, doesn’t it? Surely water is water! Unfortunately, that is not the case. There are many different types of water: bottled, purified, distilled, ionized, filtered, and more. … Read More
There is no greater buzzkill of your outdoor adventure than suddenly realizing you didn’t pack enough drinking water. The good news is that if you are out in nature, there is a pretty good chance you will find a stream … Read More
Water is one of the most important, yet basic components of our world. Made of three simple atoms (one atom of oxygen and two atoms of hydrogen), water is the foundation of everything around us, and yet for something so … Read More
Sodium is a naturally occurring mineral that shows up in everything, from the ground we walk on to the water we drink. Sodium is added to many things as well for added health benefits and even to help soften or … Read More
There are lots of water filters on the market and each filter has unique features that separate it from the rest. While most people are satisfied with a water pitcher featuring a single filter, others are more cautious and go … Read More
Coffee comprises 97% water. So, it makes sense that the quality of water used to make coffee greatly impacts its taste. Every good barista uses a water filtration system to get the best quality water. A good filtration system will … Read More
Groundwater is typically clean because soil acts as a natural filter. As surface water percolates through the different layers of the soil, bacteria, viruses, and chemicals are filtered out. That said, there are lots of contaminants that make well water … Read More
Even though 71% of the earth’s surface is covered in water, only 3% is freshwater. The rest of the water if the salty water found in oceans. But even the 3% freshwater is still not safe for consumption without treatment … Read More
Fluoride is typically added to water albeit in small concentrations by most public water treatment facilities. This is done to help prevent tooth decay and build strong bones. However, if the fluoride concentration is too much in water (greater than … Read More
In 2019, WHO published a report titled, “micro-plastics in drinking water.” The report not only pointed out the increase of microplastics in water and food but also the harmful effects they pose to humans. This is one of the main … Read More
