Is Your Water Destroying You Skin?
Are you forever battling dry skin? Have you tried every type of lotion or cream, trying more expensive ones as you go? Well, STOP!!!!! It’s not your lotion or cream…..it’s probably your water. If you are on your city water system, your water is loaded with chlorine. The water in many cities has chlorine levels […]
Common Issues with Water Softeners
Water softeners are systems designed to remove hardness minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium, from water, typically through an ion-exchange process. While effective at addressing hard water issues like scaling and soap scum, water softeners also come with their own set of challenges and potential downsides. Water softeners are so common that most people never give […]
The Drawbacks of Water Softeners
Water softeners are systems designed to remove hardness minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium, from water, typically through an ion-exchange process. While effective at addressing hard water issues like scaling and soap scum, water softeners also come with their own set of challenges and potential downsides. Water softeners are so common that most people never give […]
A Safer and Eco-Friendly Alternative to Conventional Water Softeners
Water softeners are so common that most people never give them a second thought…but they should. Water softener safety is becoming a nationwide concern. An increasing number of states and municipalities have banned or are considering banning installations of new water softeners. This Article examines some of the realities of water softeners. What is a […]
The Pros And (Mostly) Cons Of Reverse Osmosis Filtration
Reverse osmosis or an RO system is a process used to purify water. It’s good at removing contaminants from the water…too good in fact.RO systems create dead water which is bad for our health and our plumbing. RO systems are also costly and difficult to maintain, so much so, that your purchase will likely to […]
Solving the Common Issues of Reverse Osmosis Systems
Reverse osmosis (RO) is a widely used water purification method that removes contaminants by forcing water through a semi-permeable membrane. While effective at removing a broad range of impurities, including microplastics, heavy metals, and dissolved salts, which is great use in home aquariums, where aquatic pets benefit from water completely free of added minerals and […]
Microplastics in Bottled Water
Microplastics in bottled water have become a growing concern as studies have revealed that many bottled water brands contain tiny plastic particles. These particles, typically smaller than 5 millimeters, can come from the bottles themselves, caps, or even the bottling process. Key Points About Microplastics in Bottled Water: 1. Studies and Findings: A significant 2018 […]
Microplastics In Tapwater
Microplastics in tap water have raised growing concerns as research reveals that these tiny plastic particles are present in drinking water supplies around the world. This issue highlights the pervasive nature of plastic pollution and its potential impact on human health. Key Points About Microplastics in Tap Water: 1.Prevalence: A significant 2017 study by […]
Microplastics Have Reached Our Brains
It’s official: Microplastics have infiltrated our brains. Scientists in Brazil have found microplastics in the olafactory bulb of human brains. Research over the last few years found microplastics in nearly every organ in the body, as well as in the bloodstream and in plaque that clogs arteries. A recent preprint published by the National Institutes of Health found a […]
Microplastics Affect Athletic Training
After posting my article on microplastics yesterday, I received a number of questions on whether or not microplastics can affect athletic performance. The answer is ABSOLUTELY. Among other things, microplastics kick start the inflammatory process in our bodies. As you all know, inflammation significantly impairs athletic performance by increasing muscle soreness, slowing recovery, reducing endurance, […]
