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Hydrogen water bottles aren’t your typical bottles, which means cleaning them takes a little extra care. You don’t want to accidentally mess up the tech inside by treating them like any old water bottle. But don’t worry—by the time you finish this guide, you’ll know exactly how to keep yours clean and working like new. […]

Carrying around a heavy water bottle is not exactly fun. Imagine hauling a two-pound bottle up a mountain or even just through your daily routine. No thanks. Even if you are not into hiking, a bulky bottle can start to feel like an unnecessary burden by the end of the day. That is why I

If you own at least one reusable plastic water bottle, you’ve probably noticed that cleaning it isn’t quite the same as dealing with stainless steel, glass, or silicone bottles. Take my Nalgene, for example. It’s my go-to for hiking, but if I didn’t clean it properly, let’s just say it wouldn’t be the refreshing sip

You love your Owala, but do you actually clean it every day? If you want every sip to be fresh and free from unwanted bacteria, daily cleaning is a must. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the simple, no-fuss methods I use to keep my Owala looking and smelling fresh. No complicated steps or

Hydro Flask and Takeya Actives are two stainless steel bottles I keep coming back to. They’re both solid, versatile, and reliable, which is pretty much all you can ask for in a water bottle. But if you’ve read my other reviews, you know I don’t like dragging things out. So, which one has worked better

We love using our Hydro Flasks for everything: water, tea, coffee, juice, smoothies, electrolytes… you name it. But with all these different drinks comes the need to pay a little extra attention to cleaning, so we can avoid any funky smells, mold, or bacteria building up. And while you technically could toss your Hydro Flask

Let’s clear something up right away: you need to clean your reusable straws every single day. I get it, some people don’t even think to wash their water bottles daily, let alone the straws. But think about it: they go everywhere with you, and whatever’s left inside is just sitting there, waiting to ruin your

When was the last time you cleaned your water bottle? Yesterday? A few days ago? Or… maybe it’s been weeks? What if I told you that I clean my bottles every day? It might sound excessive at first, but think about it: every time you use your bottle, it collects bacteria and germs. And yet,

I don’t mind cleaning my bottles by hand, but there’s one rule: they have to be easy to clean. This is such a big deal for me that even if I really like a bottle, if it has a complicated design with too many places for gunk to hide, I’ll probably reach for something else

Durability is always a big deal in any reusable water bottle. After all, if you’re spending a good chunk of money on one, the last thing you want is for it to crack, dent, or completely fall apart the first time you drop it. I’ve had my fair share of bottles that didn’t survive even