Jay Robs 
I started looking into microplastics and your health after realizing how many everyday drinking choices touched plastic: bottled water, pitcher parts, fridge lines, reusable lids, takeout cups, and storage containers. I did not want a scare story; I wanted a usable home plan. The more I read about microplastics and your health, the more I … Read more
I first paid attention to water bottle leaching microplastics after I left a case of bottled water in a warm car and noticed the bottles had softened slightly. I could not see particles, and I did not run a lab test, but the experience changed how casually I treated plastic bottles. In my kitchen, water … Read more
When someone asks me is tap water or bottled water safer, I never answer with a blanket yes or no. The safer choice depends on where you live, how your water is regulated, how bottles are stored, and what contaminants you are trying to avoid. I’ve used both. I drink filtered tap water most days, … Read more
When readers ask me for the best water filters that remove microplastics, I always ask one question first: “What water are you trying to improve?” The right answer for an apartment renter is not always the right answer for a family ready to install an under-sink system. I’ve tried pitchers, countertop units, faucet filters, and … Read more
When I first looked into PFAS in drinking water, I found two unhelpful extremes: panic on one side and dismissal on the other. My approach sits in the middle. I want good information, verified testing, and a filter plan that matches the actual water. I’ve helped homeowners read water reports, compare filter labels, and avoid … Read more
When people ask me how much plastic you drink per year, I usually start with a calmer answer than the headlines give. I do not believe in scaring families with shaky numbers, but I do believe in making everyday water choices less plastic-heavy. I have spent enough time comparing bottled water, tap water, pitcher filters, … Read more