Top 5 Heavy Metals Found in Tap Water Over the past few years, the Flint, Michigan drinking water crisis has brought heavy metals in the water to the forefront of many people’s minds. Now more so than ever before, people across the country are expressing concern about the presence of heavy metals in their drinking […]
Dehydration: The Risks and Myths In today’s ultra-health-conscious world, proper hydration has become essential to many people. Here at Optimum, we are excited about how many people are paying attention to how much water they’re drinking. Sixty percent of the human body is water, and that water can be lost during a variety of day-to-day […]
The Best Type of Water to Drink (It’s Ours!) Drinking enough water throughout the day is absolutely essential for your health. It helps every tissue, every cell, and every system function at its best. This is why the quality of water you drink matters. Yet, most still believe that all water is equal. Let’s compare […]
Strategies to Prevent Weight Gain During the pandemic, we have found ourselves restricted to our homes, with many of us spending long hours in our home offices for the workday. While this has altered our lives in various ways, one of the less welcome changes is weight gain. You may have found that while your […]
Is Your Water the Cause of Your Skin Issues? Have you or someone you love been struggling with frustrating and uncomfortable skin issues as of late? Whether you are experiencing dry skin on your hands or acne on your face or back, you’re likely wondering what is causing the issue and what you can do […]
The Connection Between Dehydration and Depression There are many different treatments to manage depression and other mental health issues. Some standard approaches include counseling, exercise, medication, proper sleep and diet, and meditation. These treatments are well-known and practiced in mental health circles. However, there is one simple approach that is only now gaining recognition: hydration. […]
Conserve Water with a Low-Flow Shower Head If you care about water conservation as much as we do here at Optimum, you’re likely looking for ways to conserve water. Best of all, there’s no better time to think about ways to conserve water than now. It’s estimated that the average American family of four uses […]
Americans Exposed to Toxic Chemicals in Tap Water “Drink more water” is a common mantra these days. Reusable water bottles are increasing in popularity, and filtered water dispensers can now commonly be found in schools, airports, event centers, and several other public spaces. While it is certainly easier for us to find filtered water in […]
Possible Link Between PFAS in Drinking Water and Reproductive Issues When it comes to chemicals found in our drinking water, we all need to stay as informed as possible. According to a recent study of almost 50,000 births in the state of Minnesota, there has reportedly been a link determined between PFAS in drinking water […]