Are We Running Out of Clean Water?

Posted by: Nina S. On December 6, 2024 3:40 pm

70 percent of our planet is water, but only 3 percent of that is freshwater, and less than 1 percent is available as drinking water. So, the crucial question is: are we running out of clean water?

 

Are We Running Out of Clean Water

 

The Constant Cycle of Earth’s Water

Yes and no. Give or take a small amount, the same quantity of freshwater has existed on our planet for around 4 billion years. Via a continuous cycle of evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection, Earth’s water surrounds us, from rain, lakes and streams to oceans, glaciers and polar ice caps.

The problem is that we’re not able to access all the water we need, and we need more of it than ever before.

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5 Reasons To Never Drink Distilled Water

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 4, 2024 9:00 pm

Key Takeaways:

  • Distilled water is steam from boiling water that’s been cooled and condensed back into its liquid state.
  • The distillation process gets rid of contaminants but also removes essential minerals from water.
  • Drinking distilled water can cause mineral deficiencies and leach minerals from your teeth and bones. It also often costs more and is less hydrating and beneficial than other types of filtered water.
  • Tyent ionizers provide hydrogen-rich alkaline water that’s free of more than 200 contaminants commonly found in tap water.

Distilled water has been a topic of interest and debate for years, with many people wondering if it’s a healthy option for daily consumption. Created through the process of boiling and condensing water to remove impurities, it’s …

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13 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Drink Tap Water

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 4, 2024 1:18 pm

Key Takeaways: 

  • More than half of people believe their tap water is unsafe, and studies show their concerns are valid. 
  • Tap water can contain arsenic, chlorine, fluoride, heavy metals, herbicides, pesticides, nitrates, phosphates, radon, and bacteria.
  • To keep yourself safe from the potential side effects of drinking tap water, test your water, avoid plastic water bottles, and invest in a Tyent ionizer which can remove more than 200 contaminants.

What’s in your tap water? According to a nine-month investigation by The Guardian and Consumer Reports, your tap water could contain toxic chemicals, as the report found a whopping 118 of 120 samples had PFAS (also known as “forever chemicals”), arsenic, or lead. No wonder more than half of people…

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7+ Best Well Water Softener Systems [2025]

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 3, 2024 7:58 am

Key Takeaways: 

  • 23 million households in the U.S. get water from private wells.
  • Well water is more likely to be hard water.
  • Well water softener systems reduce water hardness from well water by removing heavy minerals, including calcium and magnesium, primarily using an ion exchange process.
  • Tyent’s “Soft Water Buddy” softens water, and when paired with a Tyent ionizer, it also purifies the water—an essential combination, as 23% of private wells contain contaminants at harmful levels.

If you’re living in one of 23 million U.S. households that rely on water from private wells, you know that maintaining the safety and quality of your water is on your shoulders. You also likely know that your water is more likely to be …

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8+ Best Water Remineralization Filters [2025]

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 2, 2024 11:11 pm

Key Takeaways: 

  • Remineralization filters add essential, healthy minerals back to your water.
  • Remineralization is an essential step often added to water filtration processes, particularly reverse osmosis, which removes both harmful and beneficial minerals from the water.
  • Remineralizing water offers several health benefits, including improved digestion, lower blood pressure, and a strengthened immune system.
  • You can purchase remineralization filters, like Tyent’s Soft Water Buddy, to ensure your water contains all the essential nutrients you need.

Local water quality affects your life and is essential to your health, but not all filtration systems strike the right balance. While reverse osmosis (RO) systems are excellent for removing contaminants, they also strip water of beneficial minerals, leaving it “flat” and less nutritious. That’s where …

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8+ Best Water Softener Filters [2024]

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 2, 2024 9:48 pm

Key Takeaways:

  • More than 80% of Americans have hard water.
  • Water softener filters remove hard water minerals, like calcium and magnesium, to create soft water.
  • Water softener filters offer benefits like healthier skin and hair, cleaner dishes and clothes, lower energy costs, and improved water flow.
  • The Tyent “Soft Water Buddy” not only softens your water but also prevents limescale build-up and remineralizes your water.

If you’re dealing with itchy clothing from the wash, spotty dishes from the dishwasher, or dry, irritated skin after a shower, you might be among the 85% of Americans affected by hard water. A water softener filter can create soft water, which benefits your skin and hair, improves cleaning, and reduces energy costs.

How …

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11+ Best Soft Water Systems [2025]

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 2, 2024 8:56 pm

Key Takeaways:

  • A soft water system removes calcium and magnesium minerals from hard water.
  • The most common type of soft water system is the ion exchange, or salt-based, soft water system.
  • Tyent’s “Soft Water Buddy” remineralizes soft water with healthy minerals and works in conjunction with your water softener or water filtration system.
  • Soft water systems make water taste better, reduce your energy consumption, and make your clothes, hair, and skin softer and smoother.

More than 80% of homes in the United States suffer from hard water. People in homes with hard water end up paying more for less efficient appliances and suffer from dry skin, damaged hair, and digestive system issues. With a soft water system, they can …

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11+ Best Sediment Water Filters [2025]

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 2, 2024 10:01 am

Key Takeaways: 

  • Sediment water filters remove undesirable and harmful sediment from your water.
  • Sediment filters come in different forms, including depth, string, or membrane filters, to catch all non-liquid particulate matter.
  • Sediment filters improve water quality and protect your household appliances and pipes from clogging and damage.
  • You can use sediment filters to filter your entire household’s water source or connect a filter like Tyent’s WIT Sediment Filter to your water ionizer.

Finding the right sediment water filter is essential for guaranteeing you have the best water to drink, and protecting your home’s water supply from dirt, sand, and debris. With so many options available, it can be hard to find the perfect type of water filter for your …

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EPA Drinking Water Quality Standards: Everything You Need to Know [2025]

Posted by: Rhona Reid On December 2, 2024 8:30 am

Key Takeaways: 

  • The EPA sets standards to ensure safe drinking water and protect public health in the United States.
  • EPA drinking water standards help protect humans from diseases like cholera or dysentery and preserve our planet’s aquatic ecosystems.
  • The Safe Drinking Water Act and National Primary Drinking Water Regulations set legal regulations and maximum levels of contaminants for safe drinking water.
  • You can test your home water source and use a Tyent water ionizer to ensure your drinking water always meets EPA standards.

Safe and clean drinking water is essential for good public health, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plays a major role in setting and maintaining water quality standards. 

It’s important to understand how your local water quality …

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3 Healthier Holiday Dishes to Make Your Thanksgiving Delicious and Nutritious!

Posted by: Nina S. On November 22, 2024 3:00 pm

Thanksgiving is all about indulging in good food and gratitude. But who says that indulgence can’t also be healthy? Here are three Thanksgiving classics with a nutritious twist that your family and friends will love. Each of these recipes is packed with flavor, lighter ingredients, and a little extra joy for the holiday table.

 

3 Healthier Holiday Dishes to Make Your Thanksgiving Delicious and Nutritious!

 

1. Roasted Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Mash with Garlic and Herbs

Say goodbye to marshmallow-topped sweet potatoes and hello to a savory side that’s loaded with nutrients! Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene, and cauliflower adds creaminess without the need for butter or cream.

Ingredients:

  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 head of cauliflower, chopped into florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
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