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.
Scientific Studies
Whales? Really? Is nothing unpolluted anymore?
PFAS, notorious “forever chemicals,” have been found in whale blubber, revealing a new class of these toxins. This discovery highlights significant gaps in current environmental testing and underscores the urgency for updated regulations and comprehensive monitoring.
Forever chemicals are.. er.. forever.
Discover the truth about “forever chemicals” as the EPA takes a stand against PFAS. Learn why it matters, the actions being taken, and how you can protect yourself from these pervasive threats. Stay informed and proactive.
Ah, PFAS in the news.. AGAIN!
Uncover the truth about PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” and learn how they lurk in everyday items from cookware to clothing. Discover why scientists are raising alarms and explore innovative solutions to tackle these pervasive pollutants for a safer, healthier future. Stay informed and proactive with key actions to minimize exposure and demand cleaner environments.
Our Water Future??
We are water people. We don’t just think about water: we ARE water. So a planet that has too little water is.. incomprehensible. What can we do?
Can Your Drinking Water Affect Your Gut Biome?
Arsenic is the silent and slow killer in our drinking water.. yet millions still slowly accumulate it in their daily draught straight from the tap. Here’s what you can do.
Drinking Water Threatening Pregnant Women and Children.
Dozens of studies have shown a relationship between prenatal exposure to chemicals found in drinking water and negative health effects for children.
Could we be at risk of cancer just by drinking tap water?
The number of ‘new’ contaminants in our drinking water is rising. The EPA identified over 600, with safety research on them nowhere to be seen.
If an Alien Asked You What You Were Made of, What Would You Say? Drinking Water?
A (friendly) alien soon realises that he or she (or it) is talking to a bag of water. Nobel laureate Albert Szent-Gyorgyi takes it even further: “Life is water, dancing to the tune of macro molecules.” So.. the alien is talking to water. So let’s talk about drinking water.
Bisphenol-A and Pthalates. What you need to know.
Is your water filter / water bottle / water jug / water ionizer Bisphenol-A free? Have you asked for proof?
Science might have been getting a bad rap lately.. but it still does amazing things!
Epilepsy. The ailment that has dogged the human race for centuries.. may have reached its use-by date. And I’m happy to say that the answer is Australian.