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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

We are exposed to harmful substances each day. As our environment changes and we spend more time indoors, our health risks change as well. Learn all about your indoor exposures—from...

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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

Heavy metals are natural elements that—in high doses—are poisonous to humans. What are heavy metals, and what does it mean for them to bioaccumulate? Why is heavy metals bioaccumulation dangerous...

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Alkaline Water: A Critical Review

Alkaline Water: A Critical Review

Modern-Day, Miracle Drink or High-Priced, Health Hoax? Alkaline water has been all the rage in the last few years, but we’re here to break the news that it hasn’t been...

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Chlorosis Explained

Why Are My Plants’ Leaves Turning Yellow?

While some symptoms of plant disease are challenging to spot, chlorosis is not. Yellow–or chlorotic–leaves may be caused by a wide array of issues, which can make solving the problem...

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