Know Your Water

Dr. John-Mark Chesney wrote a wonderful article about staying hydrated and it's many benefits. Dr. Chesney owns the Physical Therapy practice in Knoxville, Simply Phsyio, and we highly recommend him. If you are familiar with Chesney Family Dentistry in Knoxville,...

We all want to prevent cavities and have healthy teeth, and fluoride is a proven way to keep tooth enamel strong. But, can too much of it be a problem?  Fluoride is a mineral found naturally in our bones and teeth. While it’s no longer considered an essential...

Here is an article from the Water Quality Association. Bad water is bad for you, but safe water is key to life — and good for you! Water has so many health benefits that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) recommends drinking eight 8-ounce glasses...

We often receive inquires about these so called "salt-free" water softeners. If you are curious about "salt free" systems, this article explains why a salt-free system may, or may not, be a benefit for you. There are two types of salt-free systems. Neither system is a...

Do you like coffee? This roasted bean serves the about 80% of U.S. adults according to the National Coffee Association. I drink 2-3 cups per day! It's a consistent part of my day and I am what you might call a coffee snob. Read another article about Coffee   Why Am I...

Remember the Flint, Michigan crisis? Lead is far from the only thing that can contaminate a home’s water, and it’s important to know what your family is drinking. This article is not intended to shock and scare people about water quality. However, you should be aware...

We’ve finally learned our lesson in America. More of us are starting to skip the soda and drink a lot more water instead. A 2016 Beverage Marketing study found water consumption in the U.S. grew 120 percent between 2000 and 2015, while carbonated drinks fell 16...

Bottled water has become a regular part of everyday life for many Americans. We drink more bottled water than beer or milk. Entire aisles at the grocery store are full of it. But are we making a huge mistake? Many of us have heard some of the logic behind why using...

Part 1: Skin Part 2: Appliances Part 3: Water Softener Myths Part 4: Laundry Part 5: Showering Part 6: How to Know   HARD WATER – 8 MAJOR SIGNS YOU HAVE PROBLEMS IN YOUR HOME You just moved into a new place and you notice something is not quite right. There’s...

Part 1: Skin Part 2: Appliances Part 3: Water Softener Myths Part 4: Laundry Part 5: Showering Part 6: How to Know   SHOWERING IN HARD WATER – ARE YOU REALLY GETTING CLEAN? Ever wonder why your skin might feel so dry and itchy? Why your hair is frizzy and hard to work...

Part 1: Skin Part 2: Appliances Part 3: Water Softener Myths Part 4: Laundry Part 5: Showering Part 6: How to Know   IS HARD WATER RUINING YOUR LAUNDRY? Water is water and laundry is laundry, right? Put your clothes in the washing machine, dump in some detergent,...

Part 1: Skin Part 2: Appliances Part 3: Water Softener Myths Part 4: Laundry Part 5: Showering Part 6: How to Know   Myths About Water Softeners Here are some common "myths" that we come across on a very regular basis in regards to water softeners and the subject in...

Part 1: Skin Part 2: Appliances Part 3: Water Softener Myths Part 4: Laundry Part 5: Showering Part 6: How to Know   How Hard Water Breaks Down Appliances Calcium and magnesium are good for healthy bones, but they are the bad guys when it comes to certain appliances...

A leading cause of ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) and autism in children could be the hidden chemicals lurking in the foods we eat, the water we drink and the products we consume, says a new study recently published in The Lancet.   The Research...