Over 1 billion pounds of herbicides and other chemicals for controlling different pests are used yearly in the United States. This heavy usage increases the chances of herbicides...

Drinking contaminated water can be dangerous. Of all possible contaminants, bacteria in water is common and of particular concern. So, how do you know if there is bacteria in your water? Bacteria...

Water naturally contains different minerals dissolved in it, depending on the water source. These minerals are often not dangerous, but you may want them out of your water for one reason or...

Arsenic is the most significant chemical contaminant in drinking water globally, but can be removed by some under sink water filters. In this article, we look at why you should want to remove...

Brita filters have long earned a permanent spot on many kitchen countertops. But Brita's capabilities at reducing or removing aluminum, a common contaminant in drinking water, is of particular...

Reverse osmosis systems are a popular and increasingly affordable way to purify water at home, but can they also remove hormones? Water filtration systems that use high-pressure membranes, like...