At Optimum, water is what we do and what we love talking about! We also know that water is the most important resource in the world and, while we need it to survive, there’s much more to water than that! Still, so many people overlook [...]

When the City of Baltimore sent out a press release in August of 2015 stating that an EPA violation for higher than the maximum allowable levels of haloacetic acids (HAA5) had been identified in the water system, a total of 1,500 customers were affected. The [...]

Here at Optimum, we are frequently asked why it’s necessary to purchase a bottleless water system when there are so many DIY water purification options. After all, why spend money on a purification system when it should be easy enough to just clean your water [...]

At Optimum, one of the most common questions we receive from customers is what’s the difference between distilled water and purified water. The difference is really found in the process the water it put through to reach purification. Aside from this, many customers also wonder [...]

As adults, we are constantly reminding ourselves to drink water and stay hydrated. We know how important hydration is to our overall health and well-being. However, that is not the case for newborn babies and infants. Doctors and pediatricians have determined that babies should [...]

Fresh, clean water is vital to a healthy lifestyle; our bodies are 60% water and we lose some of that water through a variety of daily activities. Our body’s water reserves must be regularly replenished to keep us happy and healthy. Water coolers have [...]

There are many different treatments to manage depression and other mental health issues. Some standard approaches include counseling, exercise, medication, proper sleep and diet, and meditation. These treatments are well known and practiced in mental health circles. However, there is one simple approach that [...]

When you’re thirsty, you most likely fill a glass from the kitchen sink tap and don’t think twice about where it comes from or if it’s safe to drink. Drinking water in the United States is among the safest in the world, but our drinking [...]

In these unprecedented and uncertain times, many of us are looking for ways to help those affected by the pandemic. We are all washing our hands and following social distancing guidelines, but many of us are looking to give back in bigger ways to help [...]

The coronavirus pandemic has changed the lives of people across the globe, resulting in millions of deaths, nationwide lockdowns, and horrific economic recessions. As American life has been brought to a standstill, many people are clamoring to figure out when things will get back to [...]

Our staff here at Optimum is passionate about keeping our clients and their loved ones hydrated. A 2004 study from the Family Economics and Nutrition Review explains, “Whether drunk from the tap or a bottle or eaten in foods, water has important health benefits. Insufficient [...]

Nearly 300 million Americans get their drinking water from EPA-governed community water systems. These water systems must follow purification standards set forth by the Safe Water Drinking Act and the EPA that are meant to remove over 80 different contaminants from water sources, including e-coli, [...]

Most of us know how important water is to our survival; our bodies are made up of over 70% water and it is important to keep those reserves replenished so our body can maintain its processes. In the blood, water transports nutrients, oxygen, and waste, [...]

We all know how important hydration is for our health - our bodies are over 70% water and it is important to replenish our reserves of water to keep our physical processes functioning. But did you know that drinking water can affect your oral health [...]

As the entire world faces an unprecedented public health emergency, more people are taking the cleanliness of all of their products more seriously, including drinking water. The reality is that clean drinking water is more important now than ever. What Does the Coronavirus Mean For [...]

It’s estimated that nearly 1 in 9 people, roughly 783 million, don’t have access to clean drinking water sources. Based on the current global climate and man’s impact on natural resources, it’s likely that nearly two-thirds of the world will live in water-stressed areas by [...]

Washington state is making waves across the country with their proposed ban on bottled water. Manufacturers and extractors of the natural liquid could soon be forced to find other alternatives to capturing cool, spring water from the Cascade Mountains and beyond. On February 17, 2020, [...]

Many Americans are struggling with their weight and want to be healthier. However, with our busy schedules it can be difficult to set aside the time to go to the gym or grocery shop and prepare a healthy meal. People who are struggling with [...]

In today’s ultra health-conscious world, proper hydration has become essential to many people. Here at Optimum, we are excited about how many people are paying attention to how much water they’re drinking. Sixty percent of the human body is water, and that water can [...]

“Drink more water” is a common mantra these days. Reusable water bottles are increasing in popularity, and filtered water dispensers can now commonly be found in schools, airports, event centers, and several other public spaces. It is certainly easier for us to find filtered [...]

Water is a crucial part of human life. We use water for activities from bathing and drinking to growing crops, supporting livestock, generating electricity, and even for relaxing and having fun. These uses alone put pressure on our water resources – pressure that has [...]

Over the past few years, the Flint, Michigan drinking water crisis has brought heavy metals in water to the forefront of many people’s minds. Now more so than ever before, people across the country are expressing concern about the presence of heavy metals in [...]

We all know that hydration is crucial to feeling healthy and performing well - our body and its cells rely on water to do their jobs. Humans are 50-70% water, and when we don’t hydrate we feel terrible. However, it can be difficult to [...]

There are many verified benefits associated with drinking purified water, but these benefits extend far beyond the well-known health benefits. While it is important to drink as much water as possible on a daily basis, the form in which you’re consuming your water is something [...]

With so many health and wellness techniques and practices being advertised in today’s world, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Taking steps to get healthy and maintain a healthy lifestyle shouldn’t be a challenge; simplicity is key. Unfortunately, with so much emphasis placed on health [...]

We all know how important hydration is - all of our cells, tissues, and organs rely on water to function properly. Water is necessary to cushion your joints, protect your brain, and regulate your temperature. In fact, we are all about 50%-70% water, so [...]

In a world where environmental protection efforts are under seemingly constant risk of losing funding, it is clear that the federal government holds a lot of power over regulations designed to protect the environment. There has been an apparent lack of government action in [...]

Drinking enough water throughout the day is absolutely essential for your health. It helps every tissue, every cell, and every system function at their best. Which is why the quality of water you drink matters. Yet, most still believe that all water is equal. [...]

When it comes to investing in your office's water, you want to make sure you're getting the best bottleless water unit to fit your needs. Although this may sound like a simple task - what could be so different about water coolers anyways? - [...]

Think your tap water is safe to drink? Think again! According to a new study published recently in Circulation, a journal published by the American Heart Association (AHA), young adults free of diabetes and cardiovascular disease developed heart damage after only five years of [...]

If you're looking to stay fit and be healthy, drinking water is a great way to start. Water helps carry vital nutrients to cells, regulates body temperature and remove wastes. Drinking enough and the right quality of water is vital to our health, so [...]

One million seabirds and 100,000 fish, sea mammals, and turtles die every year due to plastic pollution. Not particularly concerned about animals and sea mammals? Okay, fine. How about this unfortunate component… Plastic bottles contain Bisphenol A (BPA), the chemical used to make the [...]

Using a bottleless water cooler can be a great way to help the environment and your health at the same time. The traditional water cooler has been a staple of most office workplaces for decades. It has even been studied to understand its effect [...]

Water is life’s most precious gift, but contaminated drinking water poses serious health risks and knowing when your tap is contaminated or not is next to impossible. The good news is that filtering your water with reverse osmosis filtration ensures it is free of [...]