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9 heavy metals to test your tap water for

The Ultimate Guide to Heavy Metals in Drinking Water

Many naturally occurring heavy metals (e.g. lead, arsenic, chromium) cannot be smelled, tasted, or seen. Here is a list of nine heavy metals to test your drinking water for

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Which faucet filter is right for me? - BLG215

Quick Guide to Faucet Filters

Do faucet water filters really work? Here’s our unbiased look at the most popular faucet-mounted filters on the market—PUR, Brita, Waterdrop, and Culligan. Find out what the remove and what...

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Late to Regulate

Late to Regulate

Did you know it took almost 100 years for US health regulations to protect citizens from the dangers of lead paint? Meanwhile, hundreds of new pharmaceuticals, industrial solvents, fertilizers, and...

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