Health Summary. The best bottled water may be the one that you refill at your kitchen sink. However, comparisons are difficult because, unlike municipal water, bottled water producers aren’t required to conduct regular tests. The chart below offers a comparison between city municipal water testing and quality requirements compared to that of bottled water companies.… Continue reading Bottled Water vs Municipal City Tap Water – Comparison and Review for Choosing the Best Source – EPA and FDA Requirements
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Symantec Norton Security Scan Uses Scareware Fake Antivirus Malware Tactics to Scare Customers Into Buying Their Software
Technology Summary. Scareware is a kind of software that infiltrates your computer and then posts warning messages on your screen to scare you into purchasing the software. It’s a form of misrepresentation, deception, and false advertising that is forbidden and harshly prosecuted by the Federal Trade Commission. We depend on reputable companies to keep us… Continue reading Symantec Norton Security Scan Uses Scareware Fake Antivirus Malware Tactics to Scare Customers Into Buying Their Software
GNC Claims Vitamin B12 is Only Available From Animal Sourced Foods – FALSE
Health Summary. In a recent advertising campaign, GNC published the statement that “Vegetarians and vegans are among the healthiest people in the world.” [source] Now that’s truth in advertising. However, the bold print of their advertisement reads, “The only natural source of vitamin B12 comes from consuming animal products.” Pictured in the ad is a cut of… Continue reading GNC Claims Vitamin B12 is Only Available From Animal Sourced Foods – FALSE