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I have excessive nitrates in my water. What do you recommend?

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What type of faucets do the above RO come with? With the Aqua Pure AP-R5500 or Purewater PW-RO1 and PWRO2, we supply a built-in air gap faucet. Lower priced faucets are available, but we prefer to only sell RO faucets with built in air gaps. The air gap is built in (underneath) this faucet for prevention of contamination of the waste touching drinking water. When shopping for reverse osmosis systems, be sure to check what type of faucet dispenser is included.

My dog drinks an excessive amount of water and urinates a lot. What's going on?

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It is important that you take your dog to the veterinarian for a complete physical examination as soon as possible. The symptoms you describe could indicate one of a number of problems, from something very treatable, such as a bacterial infection of the urinary tract, to something more serious like diabetes or kidney failure. Some of these conditions can be life-threatening if not treated in a timely fashion.

How can I get rid of the nitrates in my well water?

Boone County Department of Public Health
Boiling does not remove nitrates – it makes the concentration higher. Reverse osmosis treatment units, installed in the home, may reduce the level of nitrates in well water.

What can I do about excessive iron in my water?

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Check your local hardware and variety stores for "Iron Out" type products. Stores in areas with very hard water will often carry such products You could also check in a plumbing supply house to see if they have any leads. Since they deal directly with water and water conveyance systems, they may have an idea where to look. Handling and using such products requires some care. These products typically need to be strong to effect the required chemical reaction.

Why do you recommend the Via-jet (R) over the Water Pik (R)?

Frequently Asked Questions
First, I have owned both and both are good products. Colgate originally owned the rights to the Via-jet (R). The Via-jet (R) comes with a lid to keep dust out of the reservoir while not in use, and also comes with both the standard and sulcus tips (2 each). Finally, the Water Pik (R) model has changed and our cannulae adapters no longer fit the newer model so we no longer sell it. The ViaJet has recently been revised and is available now as the Viajet PRO (Sept. 2002).

Why do you recommend that I drink water after massage?

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During the gliding strokes of a massage, metabolic waste from your cells will be forced into your lymphatic system. To encourage flushing them out, water is essential, especially after long periods without massage.

Why are nitrates bad for infants?

City of Junction City, Kansas
Higher levels of nitrates can cause a condition known as "blue babies". The nitrates interfere with the ability for oxygen in the blood to reach the brain and the extremities in developing bodies. USEPA have set a standard of 10 parts per million in drinking water to prevent this condition from occurring. The common sources of nitrates are from runoff from fertilizer use, leaching from septic tanks, sewage and erosion of natural deposits.

How can nitrites and nitrates affect me?

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Nitrates and nitrites are related, naturally occurring nitrogen compounds. Nitrates are a common component of fertilizers, and nitrites are used to cure meat. They are also a decomposition product of human and animal waste. Nitrates are more often found in groundwater than nitrites. Most groundwater contains low concentrations of nitrate. Nitrates occur more commonly in shallow than deep wells.

What are nitrates and nitrites?

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Yup. Consider this: If the cow you’re eating contracted a disease from standing too many hours on concrete instead of out on pasture, or if it ate too much corn and grain that its stomach could not digest because cows should not be fed primarily grain, they’re given medicine to make them better. It’s all part of the system. But those antibiotics they ingest, you ingest.

What kind of water treatment or filter do you recommend?

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I don't consider myself competent to address specific cases, which would in any event depend entirely on the nature of your water supply and on what particular substances must be removed and to what levels. If you are supplied with city water that meets EPA standards but are concerned about removing residual chlorine or chlorine treatment byproducts, a good activated-carbon filter such as the Brita should be sufficient.

Why do you recommend using plenty of water for wet shaving?

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It is essential you keep the skin wet at all times when using Total Shaving Solution™ as the water "activates" the natural oils and helps the razor to glide over the skin and cut the hairs without cutting the skin.

When would you recommend a UV ozone for water?

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For potable water an advanced oxidation unit of UV and ozone works well or for use on industry water recycling. The combination of hydrogen peroxide, UV and ozone works very well.

Where do nitrates come from?

Boone County Department of Public Health
Sources of nitrogen and nitrates may include runoff or seepage from fertilized agricultural lands, municipal and industrial waste water, refuse dumps, animal feed lots, septic tanks and private sewage disposal systems, urban drainage, and decaying plant debris. Soil characteristics also influence the movement of nitrates into the groundwater. For more information on nitrates in drinking water, visit the following site: www.idph.state.il.us.

I have high nitrates. What can I do?

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Go to the Fish & Invertebrate Care Index. Here you will find information all about saltwater animals, their characteristics, compatibility, feeding habits, how to care for them, and much more!

Why Do We Have Excessive Hair?

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Puberty stimulates change in both the body and hair growth patterns. Common pattern changes include an increase in hair follicle activity and an overall darkening and/or thickening of the hair shaft. The diminished hormonal levels in a woman’s body following menopause and/or a hysterectomy can promote new hair growth on the face and body. Glandular disturbances originate in the endocrine system which is responsible for our physical development.

Can I take Cialis® if I am also taking nitrates?

Cialis FAQS
No, you should not take Cialis® if you're taking nitrates because of an unsafe drop in blood pressure could occur. Be sure to talk with your doctor before taking Cialis® to ensure that your heart is healthy enough to handle the extra strain of having sex. Men taking any form of nitrates should not take Cialis®. If you take Cialis® while taking any nitrate medicine or recreational drug containing nitrates, your blood pressure could suddenly drop to an unsafe level.

Are there nitrates and phosphates in the product?

PhycoPure™ ::.
Yes there are. The levels are necessary in order to prevent the algae from crashing. There is a lot of biomass in the package and needs the presence of nitrates/phosphates to remain alive. Be aware that the levels found in the blend dilute out to unmeasureable amounts. Once fed are typically 0.00008mg/L nitrates and 0.000003 mg/L phosphates per feed. Each batch is assayed on a spectrophotometer which is orders of magnitude more accurate than most colorimetric testing.

Why do you recommend a water softener when I need to reduce iron or manganese?

Aqua-Pure Water Filters : by CUNO, Incorporated
Water softeners are designed to soften water by chemically attracting various elements to the resin media. Dissolved iron and manganese are also attracted to the resin and can therefore eliminate up to 2 parts per million of these elements. For levels over 2 parts per million, a dedicated iron/manganese reduction system is recommended.

How do you recommend FIJI Water be consumed?

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Many of our consumers prefer drinking FIJI Water at room temperature. Remember, if you prefer FIJI Water on ice, use ice cubes made with FIJI Water to ensure a consistent, smooth taste.

Then why do you recommend that I only run cold water through the Hexagon?

You should never run hot water through any filtration system because hot water can damage the filters.
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