The consumption of bottled water has proven to be problematic for a variety of reasons related to health, the environment, and the economy. Below are twenty-five different sources that discuss the reasons why bottled water is problematic: In summary, the 25 reasons why bottled water is problematic cover a range of issues that [...]

Microplastics have emerged as one of the most worrying environmental issues of our time. These are tiny pieces of plastic, usually less than five millimetres, which enter the environment through various sources and eventually end up in the water we drink. Their presence in water has caused concern among scientists and the general public alike, [...]

The bottled water industry often promotes an image of purity and safety, but recent studies reveal a disturbing reality. Research has shown that bottled water can contain over 24,500 different chemicals. These substances include endocrine disruptors, industrial chemicals, pesticides, heavy metals, microplastics and more. Chemical Discovery Chemical [...]

On average, one litre of bottled water contained around 240,000 detectable plastic fragments. Bottled water can contain hundreds of thousands of plastic fragments, which have significant effects on human health, according to research published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. As the researchers found, on average one litre of bottled water [...]

Recycling has been promoted by the plastics industry as a key solution to the growing problem of plastic waste. But a study has found that recycling itself can release huge amounts of microplastics. According to the Guardian, an international team of scientists took samples of liquid waste from a state-of-the-art recycling plant at an undisclosed location in the UK. They found that [...]

Water filters: The best choice for disposable plastics Of course, by choosing N.S.F. certified water filters for your home and your daily water consumption needs, you are protecting the environment and your health. Disposable plastics are one of the main causes of ocean pollution [...]

Microplastics in bottled water and in fact in more than 90% of bottled water bottles has been revealed by an international survey. These microplastics are unknowingly swallowed by the consumer. However, the survey does not include data for Greece. Microplastics in bottled water are almost twice as high as those found in water [...]

Concern in Greece has been caused by the results of an international survey, according to which more than 90% of bottled water bottles contain tiny pieces of plastic, which eventually "reach" the consumer. According to the research by the non-profit organization Orb Media, the microplastic particles found in bottled water are almost twice as [...]