Called to Account – High Level Officials Charged Over Flint Water Scandal

Posted by: Rhona Reid On January 9, 2017 7:00 am

More charges have been brought against decision-makers involved in the Flint crisis, which saw lead-laced water flowing into the homes of unsuspecting residents.  Accused of putting profits before public health, Jerry Ambrose and Darnell Earley were brought in as emergency managers of Flint and made the catastrophic decision to source the city’s drinking water from the Flint River, despite grave doubts about the readiness of the Flint Water Plant to safely treat the water.

Flint Charges: Who Will be Next?
Flint Charges: Who Will be Next?

The two men are charged with felonies of false pretenses and conspiracy after misleading the Michigan Department of Treasury to obtain millions in bonds, which were then misused to help to build a new pipeline, while the local river

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Mindful Resolutions for 2017

Posted by: Rhona Reid On January 5, 2017 7:00 am

 
Do you make New Year resolutions?  If so, you’re in good company.  Around half of us make either regular or infrequent resolutions, with varying degrees of success.

2016.  So last year.
2016.  So last year.

What are the best tried-and-tested methods of making your ambitions and hopes for the year come to fruition?  We sought the wisdom of statisticians, medical professionals and erm…Oprah, to find out!

  1. Forget Less is More; More is More!

Rather than focusing on what you are going to cut out of your diet, focus on what you can add to your diet to make it healthier.”

Neva Cochran, MS, RDN

This is such simple and terrific advice for the 38% of us who make resolutions around …

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How to Prep Your Body for the New Year!  Three Tips to Stay on Top!

Posted by: Rhona Reid On January 2, 2017 6:55 pm

Whether you paint the town red, or slip into your PJ’s and share a bottle of something nice with your nearest and dearest, many of us observe New Year’s Eve in some way, and quite often, it involves the odd drink or two!

How did you celebrate the end of 2016?
How did you celebrate the end of 2016?

If you did choose to indulge, then start laying the groundwork now to avoid spending the first days of 2017 groaning and swearing “never again!”

While the holidays are traditionally a time when we’re encouraged to throw caution (and the bathroom scales) to the wind, it is possible to revel with a little restraint and shore up your system at the same time!

  1. Drink Lots of Tyent Water!

Why?  …

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The Three Best Hangover Cures Ever!

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 29, 2016 12:00 pm

So maybe you had a few too many holiday beers or that extra glass of Champagne?  Whatever you indulged in, it’s time to face the consequences.  If crawling back underneath the duvet isn’t an option, then we’re here to the rescue with the three fastest and most effective ways to zap your hangover!

Really?  It was something you ate?
Really?  It was something you ate?
  1. What to Eat, What Not to Eat

There’s a myth that rich foods somehow ‘soak up’ the toxins that are making you feel so awful, but it’s just that; a myth.  Avoid fatty, heavy foods and the likes of waffles or hash browns. They’ll just place more pressure on your already stressed-out liver.

It’s also wise to skip the neutral …

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5 Tips for Staying Healthy During the Holidays!

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 27, 2016 7:00 am

 
If it’s hard to stay on track health-wise the rest of the year, it’s nigh on impossible over the Christmas holidays.  Or is it?  The key to not starting January feeling bloated and exhausted is to make staying healthy easy to achieve. If you put demands on yourself that are too strict then they’re more likely to fall by the wayside.

Channel surfing isn’t actually a form of exercise…

Follow our five awesome-yet-easy tips to holiday health and greet 2017 with a spring in your step!

  1. Sleep More

It’s hard when the kids are overexcited and school and work routines are thrown out of the window; and we know it’s a cliché but getting enough rest is essential.  Don’t …

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Water Ionizer Videos – What Makes them Work?

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 22, 2016 12:00 pm

Something nice to do during the holiday season is hunkering down and watching a movie that uplifts you, tugs at your heartstrings or makes you laugh out loud.

Netflix?  Nope.  Tyent.
Netflix?  Nope.  Tyent.

Tyent on Film

And so it is with Tyent Water Ionizer videos.  Have you checked any out recently?  One or two are mini-works of art; others are hilarious and informative at the same time and some have jaw-dropping facts to amaze you with.

In the spirit of all of this, we wanted to share one of our current favorite videos, and take a closer look, to discover just why it has so much positive feedback.

Happy Holidays?

First of all, even though it’s categorically not about Christmas …

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Tyent Water Ionizers Versus the Competition, Part 10: Water Ionizer vs. Other So-Called Healthy Beverages

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 20, 2016 7:00 am

Just before the holiday celebrations really begin, we’re not just wrapping presents; it’s also a wrap on our 10-part series on how water ionizers compare to other drinks and machines on the market. We aim to present the facts and let you decide for yourself which option is best for you!

They’ll laugh even more when they realize that they’ve bought each other a Tyent Ionizer.
They’ll laugh even more when they realize that they’ve bought each other a Tyent Water Ionizer.

The Healthy Choice?

Today, we’re taking a look at “healthy drinks” and examining the claims and the reality.  When people talk about healthy options, they usually mean low-fat, low-sugar or something that contains fresh ingredients.

The best of the bunch is a freshly-made juice or smoothie, made primarily from vegetables, with a little …

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How Firefighters Can Benefit from Alkaline Water

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 15, 2016 12:00 pm

Did you know that there were an estimated 1,134,400 firefighters in America in 2014 (U.S. Fire Administration), working on either a voluntary or career basis?  As we head into the holiday season, and we hope for a peaceful time with our families, it’s really worth reflecting for a moment on the dedication of the men and women who form such a vital part of our emergency services.

How Tyent Water can help firefighters recover faster.
Tyent Alkaline Water can help firefighters recover faster.

How can Tyent alkaline water help firefighters?  What benefits could a firefighter expect to see and how might it help them tackle their challenging and demanding job?

Hydration and Firefighters

In 2013, a pilot study was published entitled The Effect of Hydration on Whole Blood

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Tyent Water Ionizers Versus the Competition, Part 9: Water Ionizer vs. Tap Water

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 13, 2016 7:00 am

We’re nearing the end of our series on how ionized water compares to other types of drinking water, and today we’re examining the most obvious one – tap water.

Contaminants on tap?
Contaminants on tap?

The issues surrounding municipal water have dominated the news in an unprecedented way over the last few years.

Tap Water is Cheap and Convenient

Let’s look at the good to start with.  It’s cheap.  It’s right there, flowing out of your taps with no fuss, just like it has for years.

Except for many people, the water isn’t so good to drink anymore.  America’s pipework is old and was built for the populations of major towns and cities as they were then, not now.

There’s a Crack in

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Tyent Water Ionizers Versus the Competition, Part 8: Water Ionizer vs. Well Water

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 8, 2016 12:00 pm

We’re nearing the end of our 10-part series on how ionizers compare to other types of drinking water, but we still have a few more options for you to think about!

Just how safe is well water?
Just how safe is well water?

Looking Well?

Today, we’re looking at the pros and cons of drinking water from your own well.  Firstly, the major plus is that you’re off grid; you have your own water supply and no more water bills.  You and your family can drink water that isn’t part of America’s beleaguered water network, and perhaps that’s looking more and more attractive?

But it’s wrong to think that well water is somehow inherently safer than it’s municipal counterpart.  Back in the day, maybe it …

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