nitrate contamination

20% Have Toxins In Their Tap Water

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Glass of tap water on a kitchen counter beside bold white text stating '1 in 5 Americans may have a dangerous toxin in their tap water' with a blue water-drop icon.

CLIFF NOTES: An EWG report says over 62 million Americans may be exposed to elevated nitrates in tap water based on 2021–2023 public system data. Federal nitrate guidelines set in 1962 remain at 10 mg/L, while studies cited in the report associate harms at lower levels like 3–5 mg/L. The report names large cities (including … Read more

Test Your Well Water, So Few Actually Do

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Illustration of doctor's gloved hand holding a test tube of water with a well pump in the background, representing water testing from a private well in a rural setting.

About 23 million U.S. households rely on private wells as their main source of drinking water. Unlike those using public water systems, these homeowners are solely responsible for ensuring their water is safe to consume. The situation raises a pressing question: Is the water from these private wells safe? Inconsistent Testing Among Private Well Owners … Read more