Despite being widespread and well known, diabetes remains one the least treated conditions. This is primarily due to the fact that many people who have it are not aware of it. The issue is particularly prevalent in countries with small average income, where it is estimated than only 5% of diabetics received some kind of […]

When it comes to exercise time, most of us want to get the best workout possible in the shortest amount of time. This has caused high intensity interval training to become extremely popular as the workouts are very effective and don’t take a very long time. HIIT involves us doing very high intensity exercise to […]

A report from ClassPass reveals much about the state of physical fitness during the pandemic. It shows people are exercising more but with different routines. One finding is that people are using their lunch breaks to work out. There’s also more focus on restorative fitness through practices such as yoga and Pilates. While the last […]

Global water treatment product manufacturers are developing many interesting new water purification technologies. Nanotechnology applies materials on an atomic or molecular scale. Several companies are using the process to remove pollutants. NASA has patented an acoustic nanotube technology that has applications for municipal water plants, desalination plants, industrial facilities, and other locations. Photocatalysis is another […]

There are many different backpacking water filters on the market and they all have their pros and cons. The Sawyer Squeeze is the top rated filter on the market because of how easy it is to use and how durable it is. The Katadyn Hiker is also a great filter because it is somewhat cheap […]

While scientists have made progress towards better understanding the human brain, there remains a lot more to learn about cognitive decline. Nonetheless, there are proven strategies for dealing with the underlying causes of dementia (and Alzheimer disease, its most common form). Research shows a link between brain health and exercise, and confirms that it’s never […]

Brita filters work but it also depends on what you are actually trying to remove from your water. A water filter needs to be changed every two to six months and will typically mean 40-120 gallons of water can be consumed before changing the filter. Water filters get rid of many substances such as chlorine, […]

Research is being done that is showing that mindfulness based interventions can improve a persons ability to change. They do this by allowing for a greater capacity of focused attention and emotion regulation. People have tried to give up smoking through this mindfulness intervention, and it’s purpose is to focus on the bodily sensation when […]

There are many different water filter pitchers that you can use for the kitchen. The Brita Everyday Pitcher is a popular choice because it is made of BPA free plastic and has a lid that fully locks. It also has Brita’s newest filter that reduces 99% of lead, chlorine and asbestos. Another great option is […]

There are many different types of waters and each of them come with specific pros and cons. Tap water is probably the most common type of water as everyone has it in their home and while tap water is cheap, pesticides and aluminum can be contained within the tap. Spring water is also very popular […]