Hard Water is Good for Your Heart?

Hard Water is Good for Your Heart?

In a fresh study from the Foods Journal, researchers delved deep into the world of hard drinking water and its potential shield against heart diseases. Drawing from studies spanning Asia, Europe, and Canada, the evidence hinted that hard water, rich in minerals like calcium and magnesium, might be a secret weapon in reducing heart-related deaths. Some research even suggested that the harder the water, the lower the risks of specific heart troubles. But, before we label hard water as the next superdrink, it's worth noting that experts are itching for more conclusive research. And to our friends at the Foods Journal - maybe stick to food and leave the water stuff to us, eh?

The Business of PFAS

This article in the New Hampshire Business Review discusses the prevalence of PFAS in New Hampshire’s water supply and the implications for homeowners and businesses alike. There were so many good quotes from it, so we decided to include our favorites below:

• “The state agency does not regulate private wells. ‘It really comes down to the homeowner to test their wells and to remediate their wells on their own,’” - Amy Rousseau, PFAS response coordinator at the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services.

• “The agency administers a rebate program for up to $5,000 to install a filtration system, or up to $10,000 to connect to a public water system, if available, for residents whose well water exceeds the state standards for PFAS.”

• “Standard water softeners and filters do not remove PFAS from water,” - Shana Hoch, president and CEO of Secondwind Water Systems Inc.

• “NH Tap’s McDonald said his company also has seen ‘a huge uptick’ in business. In recent water testing, he estimates, seven of 10 samples are coming back positive for PFAS.”

• “This one [PFAS contamination] lasts forever, so now that it’s here, it’s always here,” - Keith McDonald of NH Tap. “Without proper remediation at the home level, there’s no removing it. It’s not going to go away on its own.”

• “According to NH Tap’s McDonald, a reverse osmosis system costs about $1,600, and a whole-house carbon filter can run about $3,600.”

Water Purification Innovations in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is on a mission to diversify its economy and reduce reliance on non-renewable groundwater, which currently supplies 80% of its water needs. Given the challenges of high temperatures, low rainfall, and development-driven water contamination, Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (named after, you guessed it, a member of the Saudi royal family) is diving deep into water purification research. They’re focusing on developing alternative purification technologies, like nanotechnologies, green hydrogen production, solar-driven metal degradation (a process where solar energy is utilized to trigger the breakdown of contaminants), and AI-driven optimization that's smarter than your average smart fridge. A standout project at PMU is like the Swiss Army knife of water treatment: it seeks to treat water pollutants while simultaneously producing green hydrogen.

Hydropanels: The Future of Hydration

The global water crisis, which has left 2.2 billion people thirsty for solutions—quite literally—as of 2021, has turbocharged the quest for creative water supply options, particularly in the residential realm. Enter hydropanels from SOURCE: the "Tesla of water collection," if you will. Fueled by solar energy, these contraptions suck water vapor out of the air like a toddler slurping spaghetti, condense it, and then mineralize and store it for drinking water. Not only are they a green game-changer, but they also offer homeowners a ticket to water independence, quality control, and a massive reduction in bottled water bills.

Multipure Unveils Sick New Mascot

Multipure, who’s been on the water filtration scene for 50 years, just debuted their new mascot, Dewey The Raindrop (pictured above). In a comic series filled with splashes of wit, Dewey embarks on high-tide adventures, making waves about water filtration, environmental protection, and cherishing every pure sip. Teaming up with the Multipure squad, Dewey's hitting the road on a U.S. tour, spotlighting cities like Baltimore, Flint, and Honolulu. Their mission? To blend entertainment with a knowledge of water purity and real-world solutions.