MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'bottled water'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:24:20 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5130745&cid=t_188975_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fdo-you-really-need-6-8-glasses-of-water-each-day%2F2011.08.15 “Bueno es saber que los vasos nos sirven para beber; lo malo es que no sabemos para qué sirve la sed”. Proverbios y cantares.XLI. Antonio Machado (‘It’s good to know that glasses are what can help us drink; The trouble is, we don’t know What is the purpose of thirst’) The one thing you can’t afford to have missing when you start a scientific congress or any other professional meeting is not a notepad, a pencil or even an iPad – nowadays, it’s a bottle of water. Offices, airports, handbags and lecture halls, all of them are bursting with all kinds of bottles. It seems they are essential to work and even to stay alive. Bordering nonsense, some people desperately search for a bottled water vending machine as soon as they arrive at the airport, even if that means gobbling i... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5130745 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:00:20 +0100 5130745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069532&cid=t_188975_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F07%2F26%2Four-expectation-affects-food-likes-and-dislikes%2F How we taste can be dramatically affected by suggestions and expectations. Does pouring plain old tap water into fancy bottles make it taste better?  Yes.  At least in it did in a Penn & Teller episode on bottled water (please watch this video- very entertaining).  Penn & Teller went inside a southern California restaurant that featured a water sommelier that dispensed extravagant water menus to the patrons. The patrons had no idea that all of the fancy bottles of water were filled with the same water from a water hose in the back of the restaurant. Patrons were willing to pay $7.00 a bottle for L’eau Du Robinet (French for faucet water), Agua de Culo (Spanish for ass water), and Amazone (filtered through the Brazilian rainforest’s natural filtration system). How do cues pri... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069532 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:32:06 +0100 5069532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4179361&cid=t_188975_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F11%2F18%2Fwhy-does-bottled-water-taste-better%2F The results of most blind taste tests indicate no difference between the taste of tap water and that of bottled water. I have carried out my own blind taste tests, and my results have shown that there is no difference in taste. Interestingly, however, the results are different in non-blind taste tests. When blind tests are conducted, the taste buds really don’t seem to think that bottled water tastes better than tap water. In 2001, ABC’s Good Morning America conducted a blind water taste test. The viewers’ preferences were as follows: 12 percent Evian 19 percent O-2 24 percent Poland Spring 45 percent New York City tap water Yorkshire Water, the water department in Yorkshire, England, found that 60 percent of 2,800 people surveyed could not tell the difference between the local tap... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4179361 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 12:55:34 +0100 4179361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3957886&cid=t_188975_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fbottled-water-matters-but-in-a-bad-way%2F Poor, poor bottled water manufacturers. Everyone’s hating on them because of some stupid little thing called environmental degradation. It’s just not fair. But, thankfully, the trade group Bottled Water Matters (funded by The International Bottled Water) Association) made this PSA to let you know just how much you need bottled water. We just have one question: Where did they get that actress? Does Scorsese know about her? via Huffington Post Post from: BlissTree 'Bottled Water Matters', But In a Bad Way (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3957886 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:19:53 +0100 3957886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3794744&cid=t_188975_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fwhy-you-should-stop-drinking-bottled-water-infographic-of-the-day%2F We harp on about why bottled water is bad often enough, so today we’ll let this graphic speak for us. Just know that we’re making very emphatic hand gestures right now… via The Huffington Post Post from: BlissTree Why You Should Stop Drinking Bottled Water: Infographic of the Day (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3794744 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 20:11:53 +0100 3794744 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3733049&cid=t_188975_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Feco-friendly-pets-could-puppies-really-be-bad-for-the-environment%2F photo: Thinkstock Your dog doesn’t drive a car, use electronics in an office building, or drink bottled water (he doesn’t, does he?), which sounds pretty eco-friendly to us. But according to Time to Eat the Dog? The Real Guide to Sustainable Living, dogs are worse for the earth than SUVs. We’ll have to read the book to find out exactly why, but we’re guessing it has to do with unsustainable pet food and plastic toys. Eco Salon suggests that if you aren’t already a dog-owner, you may want to try a more eco-friendly pet like a hamster, canary, fish, or cat. But…but…but…We love dogs. We think that as long as you try to make your pet’s life as green as you can, you should adopt that puppy you’ve been visiting in the shelter. After all, who el... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3733049 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 21:08:24 +0100 3733049 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3676641&cid=t_188975_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2F183991%2F Want to drink clean water while saving the earth? Leave a comment about why you want to filter your water by Sunday at 6 p.m. ET, and you’ll be automatically entered to win one of five Mavea Digital Water Filtration Pitchers! Post from: BlissTree (Source: Breastfeeding 1-2-3) Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3676641 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 17:27:37 +0100 3676641 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3662645&cid=t_188975_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fwant-this-cool-european-water-filter-pitcher-from-mavea-enter-this-weeks-giveaway%2F Hey, Blisstree Readers! Five of you could win this cool, new water filtration pitcher from Mavea if you enter this week’s giveaway! At Blisstree, we like water filtration pitchers because they mean less petroleum used to make plastic water bottles, lower transportation costs and CO2 emissions from flying and trucking cases of plastic water bottles, and, hopefully, fewer plastic water bottles clogging up landfills around the world. That’s why we’re partnering with Mavea for this week’s super-cool giveaway. 5 Lucky Blisstree Readers Will Win:* One Mavea Digital Water Filtration Pitcher (retail value: $36.99 – $39.99) New to the United States, Mavea water filtration pitchers are crafted in Germany using the latest technology, high-quality materials, and sleek... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3662645 Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:45:45 +0100 3662645 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3508147&cid=t_188975_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fwater-time-to-recycle-the-bottle-for-good%2F Image courtesy of Tapped If you aren’t tapped out on environmental content post-Earth Week, you may want to check out these videos about the unending debate over tap water versus bottled water, which we previously posted about. The documentary film Tapped claims that – thanks to one of the greatest marketing ploys of all time – we use approximately 18 million barrels of oil to transport water every year. And the H20 might not even be that safe. Great. Watch the trailer: Another YouTube hit, The Story of Bottled Water, claims “carrying bottled water is on its way to being as cool as smoking while pregnant”: CNN reported that this video has received more than 500,000 views since launching last month, and not surprisingly, ticked off the International Bottled Water Association. B... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3508147 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 19:35:31 +0100 3508147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2947153&cid=t_188975_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Frecall-roundup-october-31-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesAllergy Alert: Morningstar Foods recalls certain date codes of 32-ounce Great Value Half & Half, 32-ounce Great Value 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, 32-ounce Kroger brand 36% Heavy Whipping Cream, and 64-ounce Wholesome Farms Chocolate Ice Cream Mix, because these products may contain soy protein.Allergy Alert: Bay Valley Foods, LLC recalls Meijer Cream of Mushroom Soup - reduced sodium and Meijer Chicken Noodle Soup – reduced sodium, because a labelling error may have resulted in the presence of undeclared allergens.Food Safety Recall: Fai... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2947153 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 13:43:00 +0100 2947153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2691628&cid=t_188975_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Ffluoridated-water-under-serious-scrutiny%2F You walk into a health food store and find a flyer that warns of the hazards fluoridated water. What’s this all about? Fluoride is in half of the public water in the US. It is accepted by some, including the government, that fluoride deters tooth decay, thus it is good for public health. However, a study published in 2006 in the Journal of Evidence Based Dental Practice provided these facts: Fluoride does not have to be delivered in the water supply Fluoride does not have to be ingested to protect teeth Caries has declined at the same rate in countries with/without fluoridated water The public receives fluoride from sources other than public water supply Studies show that fluoride can cause a list of adverse side effects What You Should Know Fluorine, the ionic form of fluoride, is use... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2691628 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:39:13 +0100 2691628 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2442948&cid=t_188975_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F05%2Frecall-roundup-may-26-2009.html Here is today's list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals and allergy alerts. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.United StatesAllergy Alert: Retail distribution list released by USDA for recall of Paisano Meat beef and pork products (Recall #023-2009).Europe, Including the United KingdomDrinking Water Alert: Fionn Uisce recalls bottled water due to the presence of E. coliSome supermarket chains post recall notices on their web sites for the convenience of customers. To see whether a recalled food was carried by your favorite supermarket, follow the live link to the supermarket's recall web site.A&PBig Y® World Class Market®BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc.BloomBrook... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2442948 Tue, 26 May 2009 18:27:00 +0100 2442948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2348674&cid=t_188975_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FhUvDBN3FWfY%2F If you live in a community where your water contains flouride but you give your children bottled water to drink - they’re not getting any of the fluoride benefits. Dentists are, for the most part, in favor of flouridating drinking water. There has been a dramatic improvement in the teeth of children who drink flouridated water. The flouride plays an important role in preventing cavities and making teeth stronger. However, to benefit from the fluoride, you have to get it. According to a press release issued by the Academy of General Dentistry , “With soda and energy drinks being as popular as they are, not to mention the attractiveness of sugary snacks, children’s mouths are constantly fighting cavity-causing bacteria. Something as simple as drinking water from the tap is... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2348674 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 20:14:03 +0100 2348674 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2282010&cid=t_188975_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F03%2Frecall-roundup-march-18-2009.html (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2282010 Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:50:00 +0100 2282010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2216533&cid=t_188975_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F02%2F25%2Fgreen-foods-for-your-mental-health%2F Midweek Mental Greening In these times of uber eco-consciousness, lots of people are more willing than ever to grab a tree and give it a squeeze. Many of us have accepted that bottled water is rarely the best option, public transportation beats a gas-guzzling SUV, and recycling is just plain responsible. Of course, not everyone’s on board with practicing environmentally friendly manners, and you can find some of the most biting controversy when you eavesdrop on a brawl conversation between a vegetarian and a meat eater. That’s right — these two groups argue about more than just animal rights and health concerns. On one hand, some people believe a vegetarian diet is actually “greener” for the planet (and yes, this is where global warming makes its re-entrance). E Magazine offe... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2216533 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 21:30:44 +0100 2216533 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090481&cid=t_188975_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fsingapore-recalls-pere-ocean-mineral.html January 8, 2009The Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) of Singapore has instructed the importer and retailers of Pere Ocean Mineral Water to recall all 500 mL bottles with an expiry date of 09.12.10 from the retail market.The action came after AVA detected unspecified foreign matter in the mineral water. Consumers who purchased the recalled water are advised to discard it.Foreign matter is a catch-all phrase. It includes everything from particles of dirt to insect fragments.Consumers with questions about this recall should call the AVA hotline at 1800-2262250. (Source: eFoodAlert.com) eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090481 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 14:50:00 +0100 2090481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1889254&cid=t_188975_167_f&fid=36991&url=http%3A%2F%2Fefoodalert.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F10%2Fbottled-water-fruit-juices-recalled-in.html The French Ministry of Health announced on Friday the recall of several brands and varieties of bottled water, and fruit-based sodas due to the presence of low levels of ethyl-tert-butyl-ether, a gasoline additive.The additive was detected by the beverage manufacturer in spring water used to produce the bottled water and sodas. According to the Ministry of Health, while the risk to public health is low, consumers should not drink the following recalled beverages. Eau de Source "Source des Oliviers" – "Source des Oliviers" Spring Water: Best before dates of 02/10/2009 to 15/10/2009 inclusive, followed by the hour of production and the code "G6"Oasis Tropical (2 litres): Best before dates of 30/04/2009 to 15/05/2009 inclusive, followed by the hour of production and the letter "G"Oasis Tro... eFoodAlert.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1889254 Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:58:00 +0100 1889254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1886301&cid=t_188975_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fdentists-should-know-bogus-bottled-water%2F Yesterday, MedicalNewsToday.com published an article about a 2-year study, by Environmental Working Group (EWG), on bottled water. It seems that bottled water is pretty much the same as tap water. However, 2 of the 10 brands examined had levels of chlorine over what’s allowed in California. And apparently there is a “voluntary standard” for reporting carcinogens in bottled water. Five states produce/allow sell of bottled water that exceeds the standards. As a dentist, you know that many areas have municipal water that’s fluorinated, but most bottled water is unfluorinated. All the bad, none of the good? What are we buying, and why? The researchers who conducted the study for EWG recommend that bottled water manufacturers be held to the same standards as municipal w... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1886301 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:40:51 +0100 1886301 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1544106&cid=t_188975_117_f&fid=36026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fzimney%2Fwater-a-scambuster-report%2F That’s right, even water can be a scam these days. That’s because of relentless marketing, widespread misinformation and an ingrained mythology surrounding what ought to be a pretty simple fact of modern life: If you’re thirsty, have a glass of tap water. That would stand in contradistinction to a claim such as, “You need to drink at least eight eight ounce glasses of water a day (the 8×8 rule), preferably bottled, regardless of whether you’re thirsty and regardless of whether you live in a hot climate or engage in strenuous physical activity.” In fact, the 8×8 rule is so thoroughly entrenched in our common psyche that even most healthcare practitioners and nutritionists will spout it without a moment’s hesitation. Unfortunately, however, the 8×8 rule is a comp... Dr. Z's Medical Report blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1544106 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 19:32:15 +0100 1544106