Ceramic filters effectively remove bacteria from water through a process called physical filtration. The ceramic filter contains tiny pores that are small enough to allow water molecules pass, but trap bacteria, preventing the bacteria from passing through and contaminating the water. As water flows through the ceramic filter, the bacteria are physically blocked by the […]
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The black slimy residue that you may occasionally find in your faucet is likely caused by the growth of certain types of bacteria, such as Serratia marcescens or Pseudomonas aeruginosa, in your plumbing system. These bacteria can thrive in moist environments, such as the insides of your faucet or in your showerhead, and can form
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A group of researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health evaluated the American Heart Association’s recently expanded metric — which now includes sleep, as it relates to cardiovascular disease risk. The study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association provided evidence that sleep plays an important role when it comes to
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Back in 2016, geologists from the University of Toronto announced they had discovered water at the bottom of an old mine in Canada that was 2 billion years old. The claim was based on the presence of dissolved salts and noble gases, which suggests how long the water had been isolated. However, the water
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A recent study shows that muscle power improves in patients with heart failure when they adopt a diet high in nitrates – found in abundance in beetroot juice. Building on a growing body of work that suggests dietary nitrate improves muscle performance in many elite athletes, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St.
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Consuming fruit and vegetable juices in liquid form (or blended concentrations) may reduce homocysteine levels and markers of oxidative stress, both of which are linked to improved heart health. (Click link to learn more.) One large study observed a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease among those who drank fruit and vegetable juices three or more
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Many people don’t obtain enough nutrients from their diet alone. Nutrient levels in the foods we eat are also much lower than they used to be. This is largely due to processing methods and the time it takes to get produce from the field to the supermarket. Lack of exercise, disease, pollution, and high-stress levels
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Juicing (the process of separating the juice from the pulp of fruits, vegetables and plant foods) is a great way to add more servings of vegetables and fruits to an already-healthy diet. Juicing alone, however, does not meet your basic nutrition needs because it significantly reduces the amount of fiber you get from a vegetable
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Using chemicals to treat your skin is common place. These creams and ointments aren’t cheap. If you’re looking for a healthy, natural alternative, simply incorporate raw fruit and vegetable juice to your diet. Numerous studies have looked at what nutrients affect skin wrinkling, dryness, and thinning. The results? Vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from fruits and
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If the thought of throwing away your leftover juice pulp leaves you horrified, keep reading. Composting your “waste” is an obvious option, but we prefer finding a delicious use for your leftovers. Here are some tasty recipes for you to use that extra juicer pulp and delight your family and friends. POPSICLES Ingredients Juice Pulp
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