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Is Plastic Piping Safe?

Is Plastic Piping Safe?

The pipes that carry your tap water come in a variety of materials–from lead to copper to plastic. With lead piping now illegal and copper piping very expensive, that brings...

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Phthalates and Drinking Water

Phthalates and Drinking Water

You can’t smell them, taste them, or perhaps even pronounce them, but phthalates are everywhere. Therefore, due to leaching, weathering and disintegration, they can (and do) make it into many...

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Pink Slime in faucets and sink guide

What Is the Pink Slime in My Bathroom?

Pink slime form around your sink, shower, or the rim of your toilet is a very common issue. Find out what causes pink slime and how to get rid of...

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Seasonal Allergies and Drinking Water

Seasonal Allergies and Drinking Water

There are many allergy-management options on the market, but one easy and surprising way to manage allergic reaction severity can be found at your tap. In our new guide to...

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The Exposome Explained

How the Exposome Impacts Your Health

Learn all about your indoor exposures—from water, air, and daily products—in our primer on "the exposome."

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How Dangerous Are Pesticides in Water?

How Dangerous Are Pesticides in Water?

Do pesticides cause water pollution? They sure do. Learn about the risks and human health issues related to pesticides in drinking water as well as how to test and measure.

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Risks of Distilled Water

Risks of Distilled Water

Find out why we recommend you steer clear of distilled water.

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Heavy Metals and Bioaccumulation explained

Heavy Metals And Bioaccumulation: What You Need to Know

What are heavy metals, and what does it mean for them to bioaccumulate? Why is bioaccumulation dangerous for your health?

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