Arsenic (As) is a naturally occurring metalloid that is toxic to human health. Read on to learn the different forms of arsenic, their sources and exposure potential, and how to test...

Radioactivity can cause irreparable damage to your body that stays hidden for years, or even across generations. Here's a guide to help you understand what radiation really is and what...

Many naturally occurring heavy metals are insidious threats that cannot be smelled, tasted, or seen. Read our list of the seven heavy metals that should be on your radar, why...

In the Ultimate Guide to Lead, we explore this notoriously toxic heavy metal and its associated risks, sources of contamination and exposure potential, as well as how to test and...

Water quality can impact your plants in a variety of ways, and this is even more important when it comes to growing fruits and vegetables. Read more about how water...

While changes to the color of your tap water can indicate different problems along the line, discolored water does not necessarily suggest your water is dangerous to drink. Read on...

Aluminum is considered a sustainable alternative to plastic and is used in some purification systems to treat drinking water. However, it may have ties to serious neurological disorders like Alzheimer's Disease. Read on...

Read to learn what level of arsenic is considered dangerous, which foods and drinks may increase your arsenic exposure, and easy steps you can take to reduce the risk.