Activated Carbon Filters: These water filters use activated carbon, which has a large surface area with tiny pores to trap and absorb contaminants. Activated carbon filters are effective in removing ...

If the cost of bottled water (on your wallet and the environment) is too high for you, consider a countertop water filter. Like faucet-mounted models, countertop filters attach to your tap but divert ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Depending on your local water supply, completely pure drinking water can be elusive. A filtered pitcher is a simple, relatively affordable way to scrub your tap water so that it's a little cleaner, ...

Even if your tap water is treated, there’s a good chance it contains some contaminants and impurities that you’d rather not ingest. “Depending on where you live and your water source, water can ...

While the idea that you "need" precisely eight eight-ounce glasses of water daily is a debunked health myth, consuming enough water through liquids and hydrating foods is crucial. With that in mind, ...

David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more than a decade covering all things edible, including meal kit services, food subscriptions, kitchen tools and cooking tips. David earned his BA from ...

A problem with high levels of lead in Newark’s drinking water led the city last year to distribute water filters to residents. But that plan hit a snag this week when the Environmental Protection ...

Not all types of in-home filters are completely effective at removing “forever chemicals” from drinking water, and a few could do more harm than good if not properly maintained, according to a new ...