Disinfection byproducts can enter your water supply in several different ways. In fact, there could even be disinfection byproducts in your cup of tea. According to a study conducted by the American Chemical Society, and distributed by Science Daily, “when boiled water is used to brew tea, residual chlorine in the water can react with tea
Unfortunately, many communities across the country are plagued with dirty and unsafe drinking water. One such pollutant that affects communities across North America is MTBE. The presence of MTBE in drinking water can be potentially harmful. Fortunately, testing and filtration can be done to make sure you are getting the cleanest, safest water in your
PCBs, or Polychlorinated Biphenyls, are chemicals that were developed and used in machinery and industrial production. They were also commonly used as additives in coolants as well as electrical insulators and components of various electronics from refrigerators to TVs. In the later part of the 1970s, scientists began to understand the potentially damaging effects of
VOCs, Volatile Organic Compounds, are chemicals commonly found throughout our daily lives. From paints and stains to cleaning products and objects found in and around our homes like carpeting and plastics, they can be problematic not only because of their pervasiveness, but also because prolonged exposure can cause a variety of adverse reactions.
Just like bell-bottomed pants or Paleo diets, water treatment methods tend to come in and out of vogue over the years. As new trends emerge in health, wellness, and even fashion, the ‘best’ water treatment methods and practices can also shift to align with emerging science and preferences. For example, distilled water,
Water is an important cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle — from helping your body regulate its temperature to flushing out toxins, keeping you regular, and helping your skin stay clear and fresh, drinking enough water is an effective way to keep your body running smoothly. To understand water’s impact on specific health issues, like
There are always stories to watch in the business of water quality – from changing environments, policy, and contaminants of public interest – it affects us from a national to local level. Here’s five stories that could affect YOU this year. 1) PFAS Regulation
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