Is anybody 100% sure this removes fluoride? When I search for fluoride filters, its like a big complicated system. Does this simple boil remove fluor?
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I have read that distilling water removes everything and it is the cleanest, purest water you can drink. I haven't had mine tested to prove it 100%, though. I run my water through a regular filter, a fluoride filter and then I distill it before I drink it. You can purchase a fluoride water test on the internet or you can hire a local water company to test it for you if you want to be certain.
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A basic Google search will demonstrate that any distillation system will remove fluoride. Distillation is NOT the same as boiling water. Distillation systems collect the condensation from water heated above its boiling point. That is basically how this unit works. But if you look for Megahome's website, there is a customer service number you can call.
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I'm not sure, but when I do boil my water thru it is much cleaner. Then I can see all the fluoride left behind. Even if it does not remove it completely it is much better than before. The Megahome does a pretty good job. I would recommend it.
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At least three types of fluoride are used in water fluoridation, each with a different boiling point... one around 77deg F, one around 227deg F and the third over 1500deg. F. this means that you should let your water come to a boil before putting the condenser unit on (allowing the Sodium fluorosilicate to boil off before capturing and re-condensing into your water) and to turn off your unit prior to total evaporation to prevent remaining liquid from getting too hot (227deg F) which would allow the Hexafluorosilicic acid to evaporate and re condense into your water.this info was from wikipedia and there is more to be learned. At least three types of fluoride are used in water fluoridation, each with a different boiling point... one around 77deg F, one around 227deg F and the third over 1500deg. F. this means that you should let your water come to a boil before putting the condenser unit on (allowing the Sodium fluorosilicate to boil off before capturing and re-condensing into your water) and to turn off your unit prior to total evaporation to prevent remaining liquid from getting too hot (227deg F) which would allow the Hexafluorosilicic acid to evaporate and re condense into your water.this info was from... » Read More At least three types of fluoride are used in water fluoridation, each with a different boiling point... one around 77deg F, one around 227deg F and the third over 1500deg. F. this means that you should let your water come to a boil before putting the condenser unit on (allowing the Sodium fluorosilicate to boil off before capturing and re-condensing into your water) and to turn off your unit prior to total evaporation to prevent remaining liquid from getting too hot (227deg F) which would allow the Hexafluorosilicic acid to evaporate and re condense into your water.this info was from wikipedia and there is more to be learned. « Show Less
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Yes it does. I tried carbon filters, ionizers and many others. I tested this with the local health department, and ALL of the fluoride was removed. This is the ideal unit to remove this toxic chemical.
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The flouride in the water is present as a salt, therefore I believe it is removed
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yes, distillation removes fluoride. This system is a tabletop distillation unit.
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At least three types of fluoride are used in water fluoridation, each with a different boiling point... one around 77deg F, one around 227deg F and the third over 1500deg. F. this means that you should let your water come to a boil before putting the condenser unit on (allowing the Sodium fluorosilicate to boil off before capturing and re-condensing into your water) and to turn off your unit prior to total evaporation to prevent remaining liquid from getting too hot (227deg F) which would allow the Hexafluorosilicic acid to evaporate and re condense into your water. this info was from wikipedia and there is more to be learned.
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The only gravity fed picture water filter that does advertize fluoride removal is Clearly Filtered. That filter removes the heavy metals as good as Zero Water, and in addition also removes >90% of fluoride. I wish Mike Adams of Natural News would test to verify this manufactures claim and I wish Amazon would resell Clearly Filter Water Pictures.
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Thanks for the response. I have read about "solid block carbon filters" that remove fluoride, so I will look into that. Thanks again!
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I have no idea but I do know that to get a filtering system to capture fluoride is very expensive. Distillation is the best process.
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No. I would find out what my water supply level of fluoride is first. I was surprised to learn my municipal supply has very low levels of fluoride, but high lead levels so went with this single filter model.
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To my knowledge, it doesn't. I've yet to find any shower filter that removes fluoride from the shower. A few may claim to but I've sent most of them off for testing and they all fail the fluoride tests.
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According to the literature with the filter, it does remove fluoride. I have not had any tests run to counter the claim
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If you scroll down the product page it mentions what it removes and leaves in. I didn't see Fluoride mentioned. Sorry.
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It claimed to remove fluoride with the special filters, which you buy extra. I bought the filters, because removing fluoride was a huge priority for me. The Berkey never removed fluoride, or anything else. In addition to problems with the seals (they're cheap and don't tighten down properly), the filters themselves were faulty. I did water tests, and the Berkey removed nothing, and it left the water tasting more chemically than it does straight from the faucet. I followed all of the instructions to the letter. I'm still angry about it.
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Yes on the chlorine, and maybe on the fluoride. They actually say they are not certified for fluoride, but if the tester reads 000 then it has removed the fluoride as well.I have to say this is the best filter we have ever used and when I first bought the pitcher, we lived in a city with really nasty and heavily chlorinated water. Even my dog would get diarrhea when he drank the city water. After filtering with this system it was clear and tasteless! And mine always last way more than 2 weeks!!
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Sorry, I do not know about that system you have mentioned. Call the manufacturer for those indications. BTW: This one does NOT filter out Fluoride!.Also DO NOT TWIST TO TIGHTEN THE BLACK BODY OF THIS FILTER! It will separate the glue and you will lose your filter! I made my own filter system like you see on youtube Get any size stainless steel soup pots (2). Mine are 3gallons each. I used two of these filters , which actually filter very well, and installed them in the bottom of the top pot, drilled another hole in the bottom pot for the spout, (Which you buy here, or that bay place), and there you are! Good luck, but get out the fluoride! Sorry, I do not know about that system you have mentioned. Call the manufacturer for those indications. BTW: This one does NOT filter out Fluoride!.Also DO NOT TWIST TO TIGHTEN THE BLACK BODY OF THIS FILTER! It will separate the glue and you will lose your filter! I made my own filter system like you see on youtube Get any size stainless steel soup pots (2). Mine are 3gallons each. I used two of these filters , which actually filter very well, and installed them in the bottom of the top pot, drilled another hole in the bottom pot for the spout, (Which you buy here, or that bay place), and... » Read More Sorry, I do not know about that system you have mentioned. Call the manufacturer for those indications. BTW: This one does NOT filter out Fluoride!.Also DO NOT TWIST TO TIGHTEN THE BLACK BODY OF THIS FILTER! It will separate the glue and you will lose your filter! I made my own filter system like you see on youtube Get any size stainless steel soup pots (2). Mine are 3gallons each. I used two of these filters , which actually filter very well, and installed them in the bottom of the top pot, drilled another hole in the bottom pot for the spout, (Which you buy here, or that bay place), and there you are! Good luck, but get out the fluoride! « Show Less
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Carbon filters do not remove fluoride, that is correct. Reverse osmosis will remove fluoride and special fluoride removing filters will also remove it. We have a 3 stage and a 2 stage big blue system that use fluoride removal activated alumina filters. They remove fluoride from 70-94% depending on your levels and flow rates.
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Fluoride? It is my understanding that it does, since one of the steps involves reverse osmosis, but of course, I am not neither a specialist nor the manufacturer. Nevertheless, I am the delighted owner of two Artesian systems and I wholeheartedly recommend them after many years of use. Keep in mind that you only need to change filters once a year! I am not one of these gullible people who spend a fortune on expensive bottled water...
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Pretty sure the only way to remove fluoride is through reverse osmosis. The Seychelle filters claim to this...but so far have failed independent testing.
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Hi Jessica, This Filter does NOT get rid of Fluoride, although it eliminates some, I was also concerned Jessica, but being the internet guru I think I am, could find no simple answer...Also, if you get the Sodastream, thinking that you can bubble the water, at the same time, you take the PH out of the water.Can't win, but I do feel Energized, more Oomph, and Heath-yer.
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Don't know for sure but it gets rid of chlorine and chemicals etc. and purifies the water so would think the fluoride would be eliminated also. We don't need it in our water anyway.
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It requires a special additional filter to remove fluoride. Of course the filter system is going to remove everything else in your processed/packed flavor drink and leave you with just plain water. You would have to ask yourself what is the point of recovering water from store bought juice drinks. There are cheaper and simpler sources of water for purification.