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​What Water Filters Leave Out — and What They Absolutely Must Get Right

TL;DR A good water filter can reduce unwanted contaminants, improve taste and help a household move away from single-use plastic bottles. That matters. But water quality is not simply a contest to remove the greatest possible number of substances. Treatment should suit the actual water, retain or restore a sensible mineral balance, avoid unnecessary waste […]

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Microplastics Found in Every Human Artery Sample Tested

​We have known for years that plastic pollution reaches our oceans, soil and food. Now researchers are finding tiny plastic particles inside the human body. Microplastics have already been detected in human blood, lungs and other tissues. A recent report drew attention to an especially troubling discovery. Researchers tested 17 human artery samples. They found […]

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Chewing gum: A sticky situation with microplastics

Discover how your favorite gum could be a source of microplastics. From synthetic rubber ingredients to new research findings, learn about the tiny particles released with each chew and explore eco-friendly alternatives for a cleaner bite.

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Raining Plastic? Nooo!

Rain used to symbolize cleansing, but now it brings plastic particles, polluting water systems. Microplastics enter rainfall due to atmospheric transport and material breakdown, affecting water quality and health. Innovative solutions like BioCap filtration offer hope, but reducing plastic use remains key. Let’s act to restore purity to our skies and water.

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PFAS is WHERE? Nooo!

Discover the hidden risks of metal bottle caps leaching microplastics into water. Despite aiming to be eco-friendly, these caps introduce plastics into your drink. Opt for UltraStream, the ultimate water filter, to avoid unwanted pollutants and enjoy pure hydration.

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Heavy metals with your steak, Sir?

“Sir, due to our new ‘honest food policy’, I am obliged to inform you that your Steak Bernaise has certain ingredients you may not be aware of.” What would you do? (Water filter)