Water Filter Comparisons – How Do I Choose?

More than 30 years after the passage of the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, the safety of our drinking water is often in the news and on consumers’ minds. Health-conscious consumers concerned about the safety of their drinking water are seeking water treatment devices that will allow them to control the quality of the water they drink. But, with thousands of drinking water systems to choose from, it’s easy to understand why even the most savvy consumers have difficulty comparing one product to ...[READ MORE]

Enjoying the Beach—Without Ruining It

GOOD Instructions: Enjoying the Beach—Without Ruining ItSummer is officially here, which means many of us will be beach-bound. Before you slip into your swim suit and pack up the station wagon, however, we have some important reminders. Last year, the Ocean Conservancy organized it's 25th annual International Coastal Cleanup—an enduring effort worth celebrating, but also a little depressing if you consider why it's even necessary. The reason, of course: We're a messy bunch. Last year, almost ...[READ MORE]

The Disappearing Male – Documentary Film

After watching this film, I am now even more convinced of the dangers of plastic. Bottle water, bottled and canned soda, and everything you consume out of plastic is loaded with phthalates and bpa!The Disappearing Male is about one of the most important, and least publicized, issues facing the human species: the toxic threat to the male reproductive system.The last few decades have seen steady and dramatic increases in the incidence of boys and young men suffering from genital deformities, low ...[READ MORE]

"Fuel" the Film by Josh Tickell

Director Josh Tickell's first feature-length documentary shows Americans how to take back their country one gas tank at a time. Featuring several biodiesel industry professionals, the film explores biodiesel's history, present and future.The most infuriating bit of this film is that the EPA (environmental protection agency)..The very organization we depend on to help protect our environment is actually funded by the Oil companies!! Why does that not surprise me?Visit: http://thefuelfilm.com/

Author Peter Gleick Discusses Bottled Water

With tap water safe and abundant in the United States, Peter H. Gleick looks at why so many Americans drink their water from plastic bottles -- many of which end up in massive landfills. In his book Peter Gleick explores Americans relationship with bottled water.Gleick dropped by "Good Morning America" today to talk about his new book, "Bottled & Sold," and the big business of the bottled water industry. In the book, Gleick argues that bottled water companies have waged an advertising ...[READ MORE]

Hands Across The Sand – Flagler Beach June 26th 2010

Today my husband Carl and I were proud participants in the "hands across the sand" movement against oil drilling on our beautiful Flager beach. Thousands upon thousands of participants across the country joined in the event at 12:00 on June 26th. Source: http://flaglerlive.com/6938/flagler-beach-hands-across-sands “The message is simple. The images are powerful. We are drawing a line in the sand against offshore oil drilling along America’s beaches and in solidarity events across America and the ...[READ MORE]

How Did Bottled Water Get So Popular?

If you pay attention to the news and internet, you know that drinking bottled water is not as popular as it once was. Environmental concerns along with news reports of chemicals leaching out of the bottles are now becoming common discussions throughout internet with environmental groups and folks wanting to become more eco friendly. Many groups are enlisting "bottle water bans". Some cities such as San Franciso have actually banned bottled water. San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom issued an ...[READ MORE]

The Health Risks Of Drinking Chlorinated Tap Water

Chlorine has been used as an effective disinfectant in drinking water supplies for nearly 100 years. Chlorine is considered necessary to destroy many of the bacteria in your drinking water. If it cleanses your water, then what is the problem? Health officials are concerned with the chlorinating by-products, also known as "chlorinated hydrocarbons" or trihalomethanes (THM's). Most THM's are formed in drinking water when chlorine reacts with naturally occurring substances such as decomposing plant ...[READ MORE]