Commentary

Is it OK to drink cloudy tap water? – Metro Newspaper UK

On August 30, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Cloudiness in drinking water is attributed to something called turbidity. Turbidity or cloudiness doesn’t necessarily mean drinking water is unsafe. However, 10 of 14 studies reviewed by Drexel University concluded that cloudiness is often an indicator of higher levels of micro-organisms present in the water. Not all cloudiness can be attributed to these. Some turbidity […]

 

Buxton residents revolt over interruptions to free spring water supply – Telegraph.co.uk

On August 30, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Locals in Buxton have not been happy lately as fears spread that their tradition of gather free spring water from an acient well may come to an end. This anger started when the residents noticed long breaks in the supply from the well. Now More than 11,000 people have signed a petition warning the well […]

 

New filter removes 99 per cent of heavy metal toxins from water – The Engineer

On August 29, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Landfills in India hold a significant amount of electronic waste, contaminating groundwater. Perry Alagappan, a Stanford University student, realized this while on a trip there. This inspired him to begin a project with Professor Andrew R. Barron to remove heavy metals by filtering the water. This project resulted in the creation of a viable filter […]

 

Pizza and crisps makers urged to reduce fat to tackle childhood obesity – The Guardian

On August 29, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Each year, one in ten deaths are reportedly linked to obesity. One government official has said that one-third of primary school-aged children leave primary school in a pattern of consumption of excess calories which has caused them to be overweight or obese. Previously, the government sought to improve these statistics by requesting that sweet food […]

 

Things To Do This Weekend In London: 12-13 August 2017 – Londonist

On August 28, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

London offers many opportunities for activities between the 12th of august and the 13th. Some events, like Summer Jazz, Destination Earth, and Film Nights are going on all weekend. Other events such as, the 90s Festival, the Thames Meander, and the Safari Festival are only on Saturday the 12th. Sunday has unique events of it’s […]

 

How to eat right when you are feeling stressed – ABC News

On August 28, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Even when they’re stressed, people need to eat right if possible. It is easy to reach for sweet or salty foods when stressed out during the day. But there are alternatives that can be explored by those feeling stress. There are benefits associated with eating three clean and healthy meals each day. That will keep […]

 

Scientists invent sieve that turns seawater into drinking water – Daily Pakistan

On August 27, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

The issue of drinking water shortages has been on the minds of humankind for quite some time now. Many attempts have been made, somewhat successfully, to desalinate our abundant source of saltwater so it can be used as drinking water. While some desalination plants exist, they are expensive and inefficient, making them essentially impossible to […]

 

Juice These 3 Superfoods To Detoxify Your Liver And Improve Vision – The Alternative Daily (blog)

On August 27, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease can be prevented by leading a healthy lifestyle. Avoiding poor nutritional choices. alcohol and exercising more can all prevent these diseases. The problem is, most people don’t know how to embark on a healthy lifestyle. This article contains a juice recipe that can get you started. Juicing […]

 

This Is What The Global Water Crisis Looks Like – Huffington Post Australia

On August 26, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

There is a global water crisis happening now. Over 8.5 million people do not have access to safe, clean water, while billions of people have no access to clean sanitation. Photographer Mustafah Abdulaziz has travelled the globe creating a series calked Water Stories , illustrating the crisis and the people involved. The Royal Botanical Garden […]

 

New Orleans under water: 12 years after Katrina, officials can’t get it right – The Guardian

On August 26, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

New Orleans is at the graceful mercy of one of human’s natural resource: water. In it lives food, and the natives breathe the water that surrounds it’s neighborhoods in the form of rivers. As much positive things the ocean brings to this city, negatives always follow close by. As the stormy season arrives, so do […]