We've written quite a few posts on natural water filters. Here are two more of nature's best water filtration methods, more recently implemented by researchers: Seaweed Water Purification Stamford professor of ecology and evolutionary biology, Charles Yarish, believes that seaweed could be the next revolutionary trend in water purification technology. His method, termed … [Read more...] about Banana Sushi – An Edible Solution to Dirty Water
Fight Obesity with Cleaner Air
A recent study by Ohio State researchers has concluded that air pollution may be one of the causes of obesity. A few months ago, we wrote about the link between soot and diabetes; Since obesity often leads to diabetes, this finding comes as no surprise. The study found that young mice exposed to air pollution had higher blood sugar levels, larger fat cells, and more fat … [Read more...] about Fight Obesity with Cleaner Air
100,000 Days of Clean Water Donated to Those in Need!
We just wanted to share the good news that we recently received from the Changents team regarding our Proctor & Gamble GIVE HEALTH Blogivation widget for clean water. Since November, nearly 350 bloggers from around the world, along with their readers, have teamed up with P&G and Changents to donate clean water to those in need. This campaign has successfully donated … [Read more...] about 100,000 Days of Clean Water Donated to Those in Need!
Bottled Water Won’t Protect you from Chromium-6
A few days ago, a Canadian news source put out an article called, "Bottled water not so bad." Naturally, I was curious. There have been a lot of recent desperate attempts by the bottled water industry to reclaim its hold on the convenience-obsessed, consumer culture of America. The IBWA has put out several videos, such as "The Real Story of Bottled Water," defending bottled … [Read more...] about Bottled Water Won’t Protect you from Chromium-6
Christmas Trees Can Make You Sneeze
If you suffer from asthma and allergies, you may be more sensitive to the irritation caused by Christmas trees and holiday decorations this year. Trees have been known to trigger allergies for several reasons. Some people are allergic to a substance in evergreen sap that is released when the branches or trunk are cut. Trees may also carry mold or pollen on their branches. … [Read more...] about Christmas Trees Can Make You Sneeze
