All About Water - Water Quality, Water Filter, Water Resources and Issues

Radon is an element which is dissolved and can sometimes be found in the water wells. You cannot smell, see, or taste radon. However, you can drink it, especially when your main water source is the water well.

Having radon in the water is one of the common problems of modern homes nowadays. This element can bring health problems in the long run.

Thus, this article aims to discuss what is radon and its sources. Also, this will tackle the health risks of radon in the water. Lastly, this will give examples on how to successfully remove or reduce radon in the water source.

The Gravity Water Filter is a filtration method that has outstanding benefits and abilities but is not that well-recognized or acknowledged. 

We live now in an era wherein everything is made possible. This had left us all in awe, about how certain things come together and result in something greater that we cannot easily grasp or understand and leave us feeling surprised.

One of the examples that can surprise us with its greatness is the Gravity Water Filter. In this article, we will be discussing its different features, how is it helpful to its consumers, how it works and the best Gravity Water Filter to choose.

Before the popularity of the bottled waters, there are public drinking fountains where you can drink water and quench your thirst.

Drinking fountains were first introduced in the community in the mid-1800s. Nowadays, drinking fountains are not as widely used unlike in the past years. Public fountains are in crisis and they are fading in the stadiums, parks, and even schools.

Thus, in this article, we will discuss the brief history of the drinking fountain and the possible contaminants found on it. We will also tackle the current condition of the drinking fountains and evaluate if it is really safe for your children to drink water from drinking fountain in schools.

One of the many issues that America faces today is the problem with the water. The water system is failing, and it affects individual households and the communities. Every day, the authorities are faced with a huge challenge to solve the issue and replace the water infrastructure.

In some parts of America, the unmanaged stormwater systems affect the streams and the rivers and cause health problems among nearby communities. Furthermore, the majority of the drinking infrastructure is aging and are almost falling apart.

Thus, this article aims to discuss the aging water infrastructure in the United States. This will tackle the brief history of the water systems in America. Finally, this will provide samples of the current efforts of the government to solve the issues of the people on the water.

One of the best time to travel and enjoy with your friends and relatives is during summer. You can go to the beach, mountains, or anywhere you plan to visit.

However, the heat of the sun is scorching and it makes you thirsty. When your food and drink supplies are depleted; you will be tempted to drink water from the garden hose.

The same is true when you set up a pool on your lawn and you let your kids stay long hours on it. No matter how careful you are, it is inevitable that they will drink water from the hose.

But the water in the garden hose is not generally safe for drinking. It contains bacteria which can cause an adverse effect on your health. The material of the hose reacts with the water which makes it contaminated.

Thus, this article aims to discuss the chemicals you can find in the garden hose so you will be more informed of its harm to your family. Also, this will tackle the effects of drinking water from the hose. Finally, it will give tips on how to reduce the effects of the chemicals from the hose to your body.

Also Read: Is It Safe To Drink Tap Water In U.S.? Find Out The Facts And Truth About Tap Water

Water is one of the basic needs of the human being. We use it to quench our thirst, give energy to our body, and wash our clothes, dishes, and other parts of our home. Without water, we will die.

As years passed, the population began to grow and bodies of water become polluted. 

We need water to survive and to do that, we have to make several measures to save some of the resources that we have today.

Thus, in this article, we will discuss the causes and effects of water pollution and some of the doable solutions we can start immediately.

Water is essential not only for survival but also in almost every part of our lives. Every day, people use water to survive. However, when water becomes contaminated, it can cause various illnesses. One common contaminant present in water is parasites.A parasite is an organism that lives on or inside another organism. They can enter our bodies through food, drink, animal contact, or even infected places. Drinking water contaminated with parasites could lead to serious health problems – severe pain, dysfunctions, and even death.Water-borne diseases are linked to severe health problems. Sometimes parasites are underlying health problems that can cause...

What is Flooding?  Flood is considered to be the most prevalent of all weather-related natural disasters. It can happen during various conditions: heavy and unceasing rain, when ocean waves come onshore, snow melts too fast, or even when dams break. Flooding may occur with only a few inches increase in the water level or cover a house to its rooftop. It can happen quickly or occur over a long period, and it may last for days, weeks, or more. The most dangerous kind of flood is the Flash Flood. It happens with the destructive power of a flood but with an unpredictable and...

The water contamination underscores health safety. Ounces of water are consumed by people from a public source. Billions of people rely on tap water. That is why a safe and clean source of water supply is vital. When water gets contaminated, and outrage will surely happen. One of the common contaminants of water is lead. Lead is a neurotoxin found in natural deposits of elements. Lead can be found in drinking water when corrosion of faucets, plumbing, and fixtures occurs. When this happens, the water supply used by the public is in great trouble. This is when the drinking water...

Water plays a significant role in everyday living. Pollution and scarcity underscore the issues that deal with water, and these have potentially weighted to upkeep safety and security. Various factors have contributed to these issues; one is the existence of Escherichia coli. Where does E. coli in water come from? Here are syntheses compiled to learn further and gauge this matter. Origin of Escherichia coli Escherichia coli or known as E. coli, is a gram-negative, rod-shaped, common kind bacterium that lives originally in the intestines of animals (such as sheep and cattle, etc.), usually in the lower guts of warm-blooded...

Human brains are stimulated with a powerful feeling of aversion. Even to the slightest suggestion of contamination, humans probably evolve to be easily disgusted because it somehow saved from eating unpleasant stuff foods through the snacks or food served to you is perfectly safe to eat. Disgust still makes humans' decisions, even the rational way of figuring out what’s safe. The imagery is not enticing. Many people are disgusted by the idea, even knowing that the water, once treated, maybe cleaner than what comes out in most faucets.  However, countries like Singapore and Namibia, which have limited freshwater supplies, are...

Plastics are everywhere. Look around you, from your home, just how many plastic items can take notice? From food containers, household utensils to bags, kid’s toys, shower curtains, cosmetics packaging, and water bottles – plastic has become a permanent fixture in everyday lives. This has been quite alarming, especially when it comes to safety. The news about plastics has been distressing public safety. While some are Eco-friendly, may be safe for kids but others contain harmful chemicals and cause dangerous pollution during manufacturing. People have been told to recycle plastic bottles and containers, but what will happen to the plastic...

  Contamination and inadequate sanitation are common issues in water safety, and because of this, access to safe drinking water is vital to human health. Is the water you drink every day safe? How much water do you need to keep that body healthy? The human body is composed of 50-75% of water, and it is much higher in kids, then, it is more important for them to drink water regularly. Do you think water plays a potential role in the development of your child’s IQ? Knowing the underlying factor of your kid’s cognitive level is crucial and plays an...

  Natural disasters and artificial threats are hazardous and can quickly strike us anytime without warning. People face high risks during these emergencies, and it is imperative to be prepared and have plans for anything that may occur. The key for your home and family for protection and survival is individual preparedness. That is, when you at least prepared for the worst, then no harm could happen. Emergency preparedness aims to fulfill responsibilities - that every individual has a role to play. At times, various hazards are faced by every region, home, and basic knowledge is an integral part of being prepared. It is...

There have been preconceived notions about the risks brought by Global Warming and Climate Change which make people afraid and anxious about our planet’s health. Global Warming is the increase in the earth’s temperature since the Industrial Revolution because of greenhouse gas emissions and the burning of fossil fuels. Climate change is the long-term changes to the earth’s climate, including wind patterns, temperature, rain, snowfall, etc. The world has warmed its temperature approximately by 0.85oC in the last 130 years, and it has been successively warmer than any preceding decade, each of three previous three decades since 1850. Do these two...

We can all agree that adding some extra flavors to water will make drinking water more interesting. Not saying that plain water is bad or not interesting, but sometimes, we need to add a little spice to change things up from the usual to normal. Not to mention, adding flavor to water is also a great way to engage yourself, most importantly, kids to drink more water. We can all agree that if we choose between sugary drinks and water, most of us will opt for the one that would likely tickle our taste buds. However, we can not always...

Over the centuries, certain methods and processes were invented to ensure quality drinking water for all human beings. Researches and studies have been made to achieve the ultimate result when it comes to disinfecting water completely. There are particular chemicals or substances used that are responsible for this water disinfecting process. However, through careful and thorough research, it has been found that disinfection by-products are birthed whenever these disinfection treatment chemicals collide with natural organic or inorganic substances in the water. Disinfection by-products result from a chemical reaction produced by a mixture of used disinfectant agents and organic or inorganic...

In this generation, children and teens are more preoccupied with how to get the WiFi passwords than to remind themselves to drink water. Not to mention that this generation offers a lot of distraction which could reroute the minds and focus of the young ones and leave them careless towards their health. Parents play an important role in ensuring that their kids are getting enough water intake they need daily. However, what happens if the kids are not on the lookout for their parents? Do they drink water regularly if they are in school or a friend's house? Do they...

Water Wars is a term used to recognize the trouble that the people, moreover our world, face when it comes to water resources. Moreover, it describes the conflicts that countries, states, or groups have regarding water supply scarcity.  Way back through history, conflicts dealing with water insufficiency have already been happening. It does not matter whether it is freshwater or saltwater. History before has already faced this issue of what we are experiencing now. Several countries are off on their seats trying to fight for their respective rights towards certain water resources. At this point, no one is to be blamed...

Dehydration has been considered to be one of the factors to affect the weight of a person. Studies have shown a great significance between dehydration and weight gain. But, dehydration affects human health in several ways. So, it not only causes you to be fat, but it also can take a toll on your health in general. What is Dehydration? Dehydration is when the human body is not getting enough water as it should or needs. The amount of water entering the body should be greater than the amount of water leaving the body. It can occur at certain levels,...