Yes, a laboratory test of multiple plastic water bottles revealed bacteria levels higher than what the EPA would deem acceptable. But, in most cases the bacteria that builds up by reusing water ...

A closer look at the chemicals, bacteria and microplastics building up every time you refill a single-use plastic bottle.

After draining a water bottle, it might be tempting to fill it back up from the tap without a second thought. But can you really reuse plastic water bottles? Plastic bottles don't seem to be going ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Man holding plastic water bottle - Eyeem Mobile Gmbh/Getty Images Plastic water bottles come in handy for quenching your thirst ...

Plastic water and drink bottles can pile up quickly, and tossing them in the trash can feel so wasteful. Luckily, you can reuse plastic water bottles for a money-saving gardening hack. The shape and ...

If you're up for a DIY, try any of these fun ways to reuse plastic bottles in your home and backyard. See ideas for outdoor ...

But here's some bad news: You may need to stop refilling that old plastic bottle, pronto. Turns out, reusing them could not only be just plain gross, but it could also lead to some serious health ...

Dear EarthTalk: Are the rumors true that refilling and reusing some types of plastic bottles can cause health problems? — Regina Fujan, Lincoln, Neb. Most types of plastic bottles are safe to reuse at ...

Plastic water bottles come in handy for quenching your thirst during an outing, but after you've enjoyed the last drop, what do you do with the bottle? Many of us toss them into a recycle bin without ...