Hydration & Heart Health: What Science Says About Water Intake and Cardiovascular Risk
We often hear that staying hydrated is important — but few realize just how vital it is for your heart. Emerging research is drawing a clear connection between water intake and cardiovascular health, including lower risk for high blood pressure, heart failure, and coronary disease. In 2025, as heart disease continues to be the leading […]
What is Fortified Water? Explaining the Rise of Functional and Fortified Hydration
In recent years, your average bottle of water has gotten a serious upgrade. What was once a simple beverage to quench thirst has evolved into a health-enhancing product. Welcome to the era of fortified water — a booming category of beverages designed to do more than hydrate. From added vitamins and minerals to immune-boosting compounds and adaptogens, fortified […]
How to Avoid Plastic, BPA & Chemicals | Dr. Shanna Swan & Dr. Andrew Huberman
How to Avoid Plastic, BPA & Chemicals | Dr. Shanna Swan & Dr. Andrew Huberman. Dr. Shanna Swan and Dr. Andrew Huberman discuss how to make practical lifestyle changes to avoid exposure to plastics (“microplastics,” BPAs etc), chemicals (“forever chemicals,” pesticides, etc) and other endocrine disruptors found in food, cosmetic products and daily life. Dr. […]
How do the microplastics in our bodies affect our health?
Microplastics have even been found inside our bones – but what impact are they having on our health? Here’s everything we know about what they’re doing to our bodies. A field in a sleepy corner of Hertfordshire, barely an hour’s drive north of London, houses the world‘s longest running agricultural experiments. Initiated by Victorian aristocrat and […]
A pediatrician explains how endocrine disruptors—often present in plastics—impact child health and development
Endocrine disruptors, Health risks of endocrine disruptors, BPA and phthalates, Reducing plastic use, Safe food storage tips, Hormone disruptors in children, Natural vs synthetic endocrine disruptors, Mineral sunscreen vs chemical sunscreen, Tips for reducing EDC exposure, Family health and environmental toxins. What are endocrine disruptors? Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals made outside of the […]
Sustainability Campaign with Fortes Education Sunmarke School
What is the ‘Water Is Cool’ Program? A school-based campaign by Hunza Global Ventures designed to promote healthy hydration, reduce single-use plastic, and raise awareness about the importance of clean water for both health and the environment. Through interactive activities and access to filtered, oxygenated alkaline water from refill stations, the campaign encourages students to choose sustainable hydration while […]
The Science of Safe Drinking Water: What You Need to Know
Explore the essentials of drinking water safety, including common contaminants (e.g., bacteria, heavy metals) and how they affect health. Discuss standards like WHO guidelines and EPA regulations The World Health Organization (WHO) today calls for a further assessment of microplastics in the environment and their potential impacts on human health, following the release of an […]
Study Finds Hundreds of Thousands of Plastic Particles in Bottled Water
ECompare tap and bottled water in terms of safety, cost, and environmental impact. Highlight microplastic contamination in bottled water (e.g., 240,000 nanoplastic particles per liter) and promote tap water with proper filtration. Study Finds Hundreds of Thousands of Plastic Particles in Bottled Water January 10, 2024 Plastic water bottles, a long-known enemy of our Earth, […]
Cleaning house: California bill targets PFAS in cleaners and cookware
A sweeping new bill the California Legislature is considering would protect public health by banning cookware and cleaning products that contain the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS. Senate Bill 682 builds on the state’s efforts to reduce peoples’ exposure to harmful chemicals. If enacted, it would prohibit the distribution, sale or offering for sale […]
Overview of Forever Chemicals
Forever chemicals, known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are synthetic compounds used in various products due to their resistance to heat, oil, stains, and water. They have been in use since the 1940s and are commonly found in nonstick cookware, waterproof clothing, and firefighting foams. Health Risks Associated with PFAS Exposure to PFAS is […]