Guest guest Posted April 30, 2011 Report Share Posted April 30, 2011 > > We have been drinking RO water and want to switch to something else. > > However, we're having trouble deciding what kind of filter system we would need because we have well water with very high levels of iron (we have 6 parts per million - the acceptable level is about .3). High iron levels will plug up a filter very quickly and we're afraid we'll be buying filters every 2 weeks! (Brita and PUR make no claims to remove iron - I called them already.) > > Even larger under-the-counter models or models that hook to your basement water pipes only take out small amounts of iron. Water websites and companies keep suggesting a whole house iron removal system. (Very pricey) > > But we're not sure if they way they are removing the iron is good for our health. Is there anything to look for or avoid when getting a water filter? An iron filter? > > We are learning so much about how to heal that we'd hate to purchase one system and then find out it's not good for us (like the RO). +++Hi a, See this reference: http://www.idph.state.il.us/envhealth/factsheets/ironFS.htm Iron In Drinking Water - Iron can be a troublesome chemical in water supplies. Making up at least 5 percent of the earth's crust, iron is one of the earth's most plentiful resources. Rainwater infiltrates the soil and underlying geologic formations dissolves iron, causing it to seep into the groundwater for wells. Although present in drinking water, iron is seldom found at concentrations greater than 10 milligrams per liter (mg/L) or 10 parts per million. However, as little as 0.3 mg/l can cause water to turn a reddish brown color. Iron is mainly present in water in two forms: either the soluble ferrous iron or the insoluble ferric iron. Water containing ferrous iron is clear and colorless because the iron is completely dissolved. When exposed to air in the pressure tank or atmosphere, the water turns cloudy and a reddish brown substance begins to form. This sediment is the oxidized or ferric form of iron that will not dissolve in water. NOTE>>> However, iron is not hazardous to health, but it is considered a secondary or aesthetic contaminant. If there is an iron problem with the water supply, the first step is to determine the source. The source of iron may be from the corrosion of iron or steel pipes or other components of the plumbing system. One alternative in solving an iron problem may be to construct a new water well, eliminating the need for treatment. Depending on local land conditions, it is sometimes possible to extend a " well casing " or " screen " deeper into the groundwater and avoid the water with high iron levels. On this program your body would not buildup excessive iron even it you get more from your water, since it will only select what it needs at any given time. Iron buildup happens in people who do not get all of the nutrients their body needs so it is unable to BE selective and balance out all of its nutrient intake it uses at a cellular level. All the best, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2011 Report Share Posted April 30, 2011 Hi a, RO isn't a very good way of getting iron out of your water anyway apart from the fact it really is not good for you. My husband happens to be a specialist for water filters so I asked him how to get rid of iron in well water. Have a look at this site: http://www.catalystsystems.org/?p=224 Hope this helps. Cassie > > We have been drinking RO water and want to switch to something else. > > However, we're having trouble deciding what kind of filter system we would need because we have well water with very high levels of iron (we have 6 parts per million - the acceptable level is about .3). High iron levels will plug up a filter very quickly and we're afraid we'll be buying filters every 2 weeks! (Brita and PUR make no claims to remove iron - I called them already.) > > Even larger under-the-counter models or models that hook to your basement water pipes only take out small amounts of iron. Water websites and companies keep suggesting a whole house iron removal system. (Very pricey) > > But we're not sure if they way they are removing the iron is good for our health. Is there anything to look for or avoid when getting a water filter? An iron filter? > > We are learning so much about how to heal that we'd hate to purchase one system and then find out it's not good for us (like the RO). > > Thanks for any input you can give. > > a M. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 1, 2011 Report Share Posted May 1, 2011 > > Hi a, > > RO isn't a very good way of getting iron out of your water anyway apart from the fact it really is not good for you. > > My husband happens to be a specialist for water filters so I asked him how to get rid of iron in well water. > > Have a look at this site: http://www.catalystsystems.org/?p=224 +++Hi a & Cassie, That is not a good reference since it uses softened water which is high in sodium that is damaging to the body. That is because sodium is a diuretic making the body get rid of water along with important minerals. Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2011 Report Share Posted May 3, 2011 Hi Bee, My husband has been looking for another answer to Iron in well water. And he has come up with this solution. http://www.premium-water-filters.com/oxidation-systems.html Hopefully this one is better. Cassie [moderator trimmed extra text.kl] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2011 Report Share Posted May 4, 2011 > > Hi Bee, > > My husband has been looking for another answer to Iron in well water. And he has come up with this solution. > > http://www.premium-water-filters.com/oxidation-systems.html > > Hopefully this one is better. +++Hi Cassie, Any filter that removes minerals like iron, sulphur, manganese, heavy metals, etc. also removes other minerals since a filter cannot be selective as to the kinds of minerals it removes. Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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