Trace Minerals: What You Need to Know

By Jack Stoudy

Water is one of the most important parts of our daily lives, but most of us don’t know much about what may be lurking inside. Do the elements we unknowingly drink and put on our bodies each day matter? Actually, they do. Trace minerals are found in virtually all water found on Earth, and are…

The Environmental Impact of Plastic Water Bottles

By Jack Stoudy

Bottled water is a huge industry. In fact, the global bottled water industry was worth an estimated $283.01 billion in 2021, and is only expected to continue growing. While we may bemoan paying extra for water (about 3,000% more expensive per gallon than tap water according to a Harvard sustainability study) that may or may…

5 Tips for Staying Hydrated (Even If You Don’t Like Water)

By Jack Stoudy

It’s no secret that staying hydrated is vital to our survival. As long as humankind has walked the Earth, we have relied on water to stay alive. But these days, it seems like people have divided into two camps over this life-giving drink — diehard water enthusiasts and people who just find water boring. If…

Is a Filtered Water Bottle the Answer to All Your Needs?

By Jack Stoudy

Concerns over the quality of drinking water in America are not new, with water contamination being an issue that spans not just decades but centuries. Water contamination crises in cities like Benton Harbor and Flint constantly remind consumers across the country that water from their tap might not be safe to drink.  In fact, between…

The Pros and Cons of Relying on a Filtered Water Pitcher

By Jack Stoudy

It should go without saying that you want to drink clean and pure water that is free of contaminants. With the news of more water testing positive for lead and other compounds, you want to know that the water you are drinking in your home isn’t going to make you and your family members sick.…

Is a Refrigerator Water Filter Sufficient for Your Needs?

By Jack Stoudy

We all love the convenience of a fridge with built-in water and ice cube dispensers. It’s easy, functional, and seems to be a safer option for drinking water. After all, such appliances come with a refrigerator water filter that purifies the H20 — so surely they can be relied on to remove all the harmful…