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Silver like Lead?


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#1 kevink

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Posted 26 January 2006 - 06:27 PM


Just an FYI...

From Aquasana water filter FAQ:

http://www.aquasana....roduct_faqs.cfm

We no longer use KDF-55 in drinking water filters because high levels of copper are not good for the brain. Some companies use silver to prevent bacteria build-up, but recent studies have shown that silver has similar health effects to lead. Silver collects in the left testicle or the left ovary and can cause hypertension, brain damage, and other negative health effects. Companies that use silver in their cartridges must register their products with the FDA as a pesticide.


I never knew silver was that bad to have around!

#2 Paul Idol

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Posted 27 January 2006 - 01:16 AM

Huh. Sounds interesting, but I'd like to see some references before I replace my KDF shower filter...

-Paul

#3 kevink

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Posted 27 January 2006 - 11:45 PM

Yeah - me too.

BTW - They use KDF in their shower filter. I think the problem was with drinking filters.

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