Meshbottles get Featured on GearJunkie's Emerging Gear

Use this water bottle if you’re worried about the health effects of plastics or metals. We haven’t seen many travel mugs made of glass, for obvious reasons. But Meshbottles addresses health concerns with these made-in-the-USA milk bottles, and non-plastic mesh sleeves and caps. The brand claims its 16-oz., $25 bottles are durable and long-lasting.

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Why Sand Is Your Best Friend When It Comes To Staying Hydrated

Plastics are getting a bad rep these days. We recently heard that by 2050 there will be more plastic in the world's oceans than fish, and although some states in the US - and other countries - are banning the use of single-use plastics it seems the environment has reached a breaking point. And then there is the effect that plastics have on us. Research has shown that plastics previously deemed safe for food and beverage storage may be harmful to our health. If you walk into the grocery store chances are you will find more and more storage containers, kitchen utensils, even some appliances that are made from silicone. But what is silicone really, and why is it becoming so popular?

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