water
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This Is the ‘Ideal’ Amount of Time to Spend in the Shower
Showering is one of the biggest uses of water in a typical residential home, according to the EPA. You don’t want to use too much water in your shower, but you do need more than a few minutes to get fully clean. So where is the balance?
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Glass Half Full: Can Water Provide Some Relief From Anxiety?
Many Australians can feel overwhelmed at some stage of their lives with feelings of tension, nervousness and fear for the worst. A staggering 3.2 million Australians have an anxiety-related condition, with the largest increases over recent years witnessed in those between the ages of 15–24 years. The growing field of nutritional psychiatry focuses on the…
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The Difference Between Hard Water and Soft Water (and Why It Matters)
When everything is working the way it’s supposed to, you might assume that tap water is pretty consistent across the board in terms of what’s in it, and how it can affect your home and your body. But in reality, that’s not the case. There are multiple ways tap water can differ depending on the…
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10 Ways to Conserve Water That You Probably Never Thought Of
Drought season is, once again, upon us. If you’re in an effected area, you’ll need follow your state’s water restrictions — but we can (and should) all find ways to conserve water year-round. You’re probably aware of a few small measures you can take toward sustainability in your home, such as turning off the water…