Flint Update: Water Quality Improving, Filters Still Needed

Mother Jones, a nonprofit news organization, recently posted this update on the water crisis in Flint, Michigan. That article reports that testing of unfiltered water in 493 Flint homes found: 87% have water with lead content of 5 parts per billion (ppb) or less...

How Drinking Water Can Help You Lose Weight

This past July, CNN reported on a study from researchers at the University of Michigan looking at nearly 10,000 adults ages 18-64 that found staying hydrated can help with managing weight. While this isn’t exactly surprising (water has been touted as an...
3 Key Benefits of a Whole-Home Water Filtration System

3 Key Benefits of a Whole-Home Water Filtration System

So should you consider a whole-home water filtration solution? Here are three great reasons a whole-home system may be the best choice for your water-filtration needs: 1. You get filtered water everywhere in your home With a whole-home solution, clean water...

FAQs About the Threat of Lead in Drinking Water

The WQA lead fact sheet is filled with helpful information about lead contamination in water—including how lead gets into water, potential health effects, and how to treat water to remove lead. We strongly suggest you check out his great resource. In the meantime,...
Top 10 Water-Using Countries in the World

Top 10 Water-Using Countries in the World

As humans, we drink a lot of water. Generally speaking, the more clean water that is available, the more we drink. A few key factors contribute to the increase in fresh water consumption—including population growth, urbanization, and quality of life. As those things...