It's mid-August, which means that summer is nearly over and school is almost in session. For college students who live on campus the transition from the comfort of home to the dorm room can be quite difficult. The transition is also difficult for parents who have to make sure that their young scholars are prepared for life on their own. While it's important to remember … [Read more...] about Back to School Buyer’s Guide – College Edition
Coconut Water: Hype or Fact?
Coconut water has exploded in popularity as claims of its being as good as or better than sports drinks at hydrating and replenishing electrolyte levels have been tossed around. But now those claims are being called into question. A 2011 report by CNN states that of the three most popular U.S. coconut water drinks—O.N.E., Vito Coco, and Zico--- only Zico lived up to its … [Read more...] about Coconut Water: Hype or Fact?
Pura Bottle-Free Cooler: A New Generation of Water Cooler Conversations
One of the most common forms of social networking that used to be all the rage in offices everywhere was meeting at the water cooler to catch up on the latest office gossip and rumors. Gathering near the company water dispenser that housed a huge upside down water bottle, while holding one of those little cone-shaped paper cups, was indeed a Kodak moment. The days of … [Read more...] about Pura Bottle-Free Cooler: A New Generation of Water Cooler Conversations
Iceberg to Save Water Starved Areas?
When most people think about icebergs, visions of the Titanic teetering precariously in the Atlantic Ocean often pop into their heads. These gigantic sources of frozen, fresh water dot the oceans around the world. More than just a site to see from the bow of a cruise ship, French eco-entrepreneur Georges Mougin, sees icebergs as a solution to the world’s water crisis. Over … [Read more...] about Iceberg to Save Water Starved Areas?
The Water of Mars?
We've heard endlessly about the possibility that Mars, the far away red planet, has water, but recently we've gotten closer to a confirmation. Last week NASA revealed that its "Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter [has] revealed possible flowing water during the warmest months on Mars." And, according to an article published in the New York Times, scientists note that "shifting dark … [Read more...] about The Water of Mars?
