Category Archives: Water

Hard And Soft Water

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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How Much Water To Drink?

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Does Drinking More Water Promote Weight Loss?

Posted on August 2, 2014 by Robert Barrington

Current recommendations amongst Western populations include advice to drink more water. However, the health effects of drinking excess water beyond prevention of dehydration are controversial. Studies substituting water for sugar sweetened beverages have shown health benefits in subjects, but other … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget to Stay Hydrated

Posted on July 24, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Ten Questions about Fluoride

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Robert Barrington

Here are ten questions and answers concerning fluoride and the fluoridation of water. For a deeper understanding of the affects of water fluoridation the reader is referred to the book ‘Fluoride: Drinking Ourselves to Death’ by Barry Groves. 1. What … Continue reading →

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Water, Water Everywhere

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Robert Barrington

ater is an often overlooked factor in health and nutrition. Many recommendations abound as to how much water to drink, although this will vary from person to person. Water is required for the correct functioning of metabolic pathways, with hydrolysis … Continue reading →

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Hydration and Mood

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Robert Barrington

The hydration status of tissues and cells is important in all organisms because water is involved in maintaining osmoregulation and correct pH, and is also needed for the effective removal of cellular waste. In mammals, water is tightly regulated and … Continue reading →

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