Elderly and drinking water

Waterborne contaminants are not a new health risk. It has been the topic of discussion for years, inciting debates on policies, restrictions and technology when it comes to the water you use every day. Last year, a study by the University of California-Berkley’s School of Public Health shed some light

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What does “TDS” mean to you?

TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) is a term used to define the amount of all the dissolved minerals in the water. Dissolved solids come from rock dissolved by water. High dissolved solids may have the following effects: Bad Taste – This could be really any variety of

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BCS Culligan Men run from Dallas to Houston!

A few week ago BCS Culligan Men Derick Rogers and Matt Norwood participated in a 240 mile relay over the course of 48 hours.  They each ran 6 – 5 mile legs.  This relay was a fund raising effort in support of Mercy Project which is a non profit organization

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Chuck Norris on Water! (You better listen)

Q: Hey, Chuck! My wife and I love your new health and fitness column, “C-Force.” She’s always telling me that I don’t drink enough water and that it’s possibly the cause of some of my physical ailments. What say you? — M. Schmidt, Billings, Mont. A: That is a very

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Are your kids drinking enough water?

Got Water? by The Kid’s Doctor Staff Children in the United States are not drinking as much water as they should, and the deficiency can have far-reaching implications, a new study suggests. “Even mild dehydration can affect physiological function, and cause fatigue, muscle weakness, headaches and dry mouth,” said Samantha

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Is Flouride Necessary? Part 1 of 5

Here is a 5 part interview that addresses the issue of Fluoride being added to our Municipality water system. Is Fluoride necessary? Over the next 5 days take the time to watch this series of interviews. Its well worth your time “Natural health advocate Dr. Joseph Mercola and Fluoride Action

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Whats in your water?

One of the best new tools on our blog is the “What’s in Your Water?” widget ( found on the left sidebar, and seen below.) It is produced by the Environmental Work Group, a third-party watchdog organization on a mission to “expose threats to your health and the environment, and

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Packing a School Lunch that makes the Grade!

With back-to-school season in full swing, Culligan is providing tips to help parents ensure their kids get the nutrition and hydration they need to ensure A+ performance throughout the school day. Brown Bag It for Balance While a packed lunch isn’t automatically healthier than one bought at school, it does

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