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Despite its reputation as “Sin City,” Las Vegas and its surrounding communities house nearly three million people. This desert landscape may not be rich in rain, but its proximity to Lake Mead allows most of its residents to draw their drinking water from the lake. Still, many speculate if Las Vegas drinking water is actually safe to drink, especially out of the tap.
Texas as a whole is not known for its stellar water quality, and it often finds itself on lists ranking the worst drinking water in the United States (1). That being said, Texas is a large state, and not all cities meet this unfortunate criteria. Tap water in Dallas is carefully monitored, and the city of Dallas takes careful precautions to achieve a “Superior” rating by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. However, there are still contaminants in Dallas tap water that you may not want to be drinking.
Chicago is a city known for its deep dish pizza, baseball team, and impressive architecture, it is a popular tourist destination. Because of this, both tourists and locals alike will undoubtedly be using tap water, whether it is for bathing, washing dishes, or drinking. In terms of the safety of Chicago’s water supply, Chicago’s water meets all federal and local requirements to be considered safe drinking water, but there may be a few contaminants still present to look out for.
As news parents, there is nothing more important than keeping your baby safe. Whether breastfed or formula-fed, the question will come up eventually regarding your baby’s drinking water: How much water is appropriate? What type of water can they drink? Can they drink tap water?
For many, the snack cupboard can effectively ruin a diet. Especially in the United States, so many options for snacks are processed or sugary, leaving the body hungry and undernourished. By providing alkaline alternatives for snacktime, you can improve your diet while boosting your body’s pH levels.
Some beverages are easily labeled as acidic without diving into the chemistry behind it. Lemonade, for example, is often described as acidic because of the association between lemons and acid. Other people typically relate soda and coffee to acid due to the effect it can have on your teeth. Other drinks may not be as obvious, but by digging deeper into the pH of the drink, you can understand the acidity or alkalinity of the beverage.
Garlic can be known for anything from a delicious type of bread, to a vampire repellent, to bad breath. This vegetable packs a lot more into itself than what meets the eye, and it has a variety of seasonal and medicinal uses. In addition to its health benefits, garlic is an excellent way to add alkalinity to your diet.
If you were asked to think of a healthy food, there is a good possibility that a vegetable would come to mind. Vegetables are the classic healthy food, and for good reason. They are packed with nutrients, low in calories, and can be eaten cooked or raw. Vegetables in general are considered alkaline, but their level of alkalinity and effect on the body can change from one classification of vegetable to the next.
For many cultures, fish is a staple. It is packed with protein and nutrients that can improve heart and brain health. Additionally, fish is easy to cook without a lot of preparation. Many diets encourage fish consumption for its health benefits, but the alkaline diet actually recommends not eating fish. Why would that be?
