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Lead In Water
Manganese
Microcystins and Nodularin
Monochloramines
Molybdenum
MTBE
Perchlorate
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Strontium
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Does drinking water go bad?
Dave Gaylinn
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5/20/2022 11:18:00 AM
Do we need to dump old water out of water bottles?
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Is lemon juice worth the squeeze?
Dave Gaylinn
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7/30/2021 7:22:00 AM
A recent article in Yahoo! talks about the weight loss benefits of adding lemon juice to water. So is the juice worth the squeeze?
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How to address your home’s water pressure
Dave Gaylinn
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3/9/2021 10:22:00 AM
Part of being an active water consumer is getting to know your home's water pressure.
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New study about bottled water
Dave Gaylinn
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3/1/2021 3:06:00 PM
A new study about bottled water has brought the discussion of whether and when consumers should buy bottled water.
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Avoid the hot tap water shortcut
Dave Gaylinn
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2/16/2021 10:38:00 AM
Despite it's perceived convenience, we would advise against is using hot tap water to jumpstart your morning coffee or your evening's spaghetti.
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The price of health, hygiene and convenience
Dave Gaylinn
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8/14/2020 10:42:00 AM
When you factor in all its health and hygiene benefits, water becomes a bargain. But there is a price to pay for the convenience of having that water flow from your faucets, showerheads and toilets on demand, every time you need it.
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The Plain Talk Series - #62
Amber Wilson
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4/30/2018 12:18:00 PM
Today's question: Fixing a broken water pipe looks like a dirty job. How is the inside of the pipe cleaned afterward?
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The Plain Talk Series - #61
Amber Wilson
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11/30/2017 11:32:00 AM
Today's question: How can I tell if my toilet is leaking?
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The Plain Talk Series - #60
Amber Wilson
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8/23/2017 9:10:00 AM
Today's question: How is the water from my refrigerator door different from my tap water?
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The Plain Talk Series - #59
Amber Wilson
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5/26/2017 6:44:00 AM
Today's question: Why does drinking water often look cloudy when first drawn from a faucet?
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