How Clear Are Your Ice Cubes?
We often hear customers complain about their water looking murky, smelling funky, and tasting unpleasant; however, have you taken a closer look at your ice cubes? If you’re noticing white,…
Continue ReadingWhat We Know About “Forever Chemicals”
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances — better known as PFAS — are man-made chemicals which include PFOA and PFOS. As carbon and fluorine form strong and stable bonds, these toxic chemicals…
Continue ReadingDo You Know What’s in our Bay Area Drinking Water?
The water crisis in Flint, Michigan served as a major wake-up call for Americans. Gone are the days where we could drink tap water worry-free. As more Americans express concern…
Continue ReadingBoulder Ridge Golf Club
Project: Boulder Ridge Golf Club, San Jose, CA Problem: Hard water, at 31 grains per gallon (GPG), would have disastrous impacts on the club and its facilities. Pipes and fixtures…
Continue ReadingAlexander’s Steakhouse
Project: Alexander’s Steakhouse, Cupertino, CA Problem: At 14 grains per gallon, the steakhouse had extremely hard water flowing through their pipes. The hard water would clog up the restaurant’s pipes,…
Continue ReadingDo You Need Fluoride in Drinking Water?
In a bid to reduce dental cavities in Grand Rapids, Michigan, public health researchers and government officials began adding fluoride to public drinking water in 1945. By drinking fluoridated water,…
Continue ReadingIs It Safe to Skip the Shower After a Dip in the Pool?
Chlorine, a common disinfectant used for our drinking water, is also commonly used to cleanse swimming pools. A healthy pool, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), should…
Continue ReadingDebunking the Myth Behind Foot-Bath Detoxification
Foot detoxification is increasingly regarded as an effective way to remove toxins from your body. Impurities in the air, chemicals in your home, and beauty products can all be classified…
Continue ReadingIs Bottled Water Healthier Than Tap Water?
The bottled water market is growing, big corporations are investing in it, and the cost-per-gallon is higher than tap water, but does it deliver the health benefits people believe? Let’s…
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