Ocean Bottle (a reusable water bottle to clean the seas)
Ocean Bottle is a reusable water bottle, that has a double whammy, as each purchase funds collection of 11.4kg of ocean-bound plastic (around 10000single-use plastic bottles).
The bottle features double-walled stainless steel for cold water or hot drinks, and has a leak-proof design to fit most cup holders. The top screws off for easy cleaning or to add ice cubes, while the drinking cap stays in place without fuss.
Don’t fill hot liquids to top, and avoid wide-mouth bottles with hot drinks for children. Don’t place metal bottles in the microwave.
The bottle features double-walled stainless steel for cold water or hot drinks, and has a leak-proof design to fit most cup holders. The top screws off for easy cleaning or to add ice cubes, while the drinking cap stays in place without fuss.
Ocean Bottle chose sturdy, quality materials so your bottle keeps up with tough use. Stainless steel resists dents and rust, while the silicone base keeps it quiet and slip-free on hard surfaces.
The cap ties on with a strong strap, so you’re less likely to lose it. With basic care, your bottle will stick with you for years, which cuts down on waste and replacement costs.
How to Care for Reusable Water Bottles
Use warm a mix of warm water, unscented dish soap, and a plastic-free bottle brush to reach every corner, then rinse and keep the lid off, to avoid trapped water and odour. To deep–clean, half-fill the bottle with cleaning vinegar, fill up with cold water, screw the lid on and leave for 10 to 12 hours. Hand-washing is recommended, for a longer bottle life.
How Much Water Should We Drink?
We need water to keep cool, remove waste, and help our joints, brains and eyes (fresh water is also found in raw product like watermelons and bananas). The average person needs around 1.2 litres of water a day (more for athletes, hot weather, some medical conditions and after vomiting/diarrhoea).
So how much is 1.2 litres? Around 6 x 200ml glasses. So drink 2 glasses when you wake up, another 2 before lunch and dinner, and in a couple of weeks you’ll be hydrated. The caveat is that your body loses water with tea, coffee, cola and alcohol.
So add an extra glass, for each one of those you drink. It’s easier to reduce caffeine and alcohol, so you are not guzzling water all day to compensate.
What Kind of Water Should Pets Drink?
Spring and filtered water are fine, you may find health and fur improves. But vets say that (unless medically given) to avoid distilled water (removes minerals and electrolytes). Never give fizzy water to pets, as it could cause bloat.
Don’t let pets drink from puddles. It may taste nice to them, but could contain remnants of bacteria, oil or antifreeze.
