What happens without the mineral cube? Do you suppose it's the minerals and not the water?
922700
Its the combination of the mineral cube with the vortexing that restructures it to make the molecules in the the water that much smaller in order for the body to make more use and thus better absorb the water. Without the mineral cube the water would remain in its present state (no matter if spring, distilled, reverse osmosis, etc...) This device is TOTALLY worth it!!!
922701
The water structure will not change. The main source of the minerals comes from the mineral cube through the vortexing of the water.
922702
the vortex structures the water. the minerals is an added benefit. adding Celtic salt would basically do the same thing. i ordered the mineral pack for the heck of it though.
985029
They do not filter the water. The replace intrinsic minerals that are filtered out by our public water systems. They don't purify. They don't filter. They add back what is lost. And yeah, it does make the water taste better, at least around here.
2237650
If you have any mineral content in your water it will slowly plug your machine and you will have to decalcify more often. Also removes any mineral taste you might have.
2195816
Add water. Of course, if you use tap water it is no longer organic. Once, when I was thirsty I just ate some of the crystals. Unfortunately I soon discovered some water, drank some and damn near exploded. So I would urge caution.
1273622
Yes, basically what you have left is H2O. No salts from softeners, no chlorine, no minerals. Some say minerals and even bacteria are important to humans. If so I'd rather have my water pure and get minerals other ways. Dave
1185103
Honestly, they're pretty fragile, especially early on. I don't know what kinds of minerals are in Arrowhead, but I think it's worth it to go to the grocery store and get actual distilled water.
1915812
No. It turns into a paste type substance and gets mixed with the bits of rock that are chipped off.
385605
Saline or distilled is fine. Just no tap water as it has all those extra chemicals in it.
146823
I have no crystals in mine. Get in touch with the Company and find out if this is normal.
1881470
First of all, I'd like to suggest that the cube is not even necessary and the unit runs perfectly well without it. That being said, I don't think it's that big of deal. I changed mine after about a year, but I have no intention of buying more cubes when I think it is worn out.
545520
I have done both but prefer adding water to crystals them mixing with soil. Crystals must be at root level not on top of soil.
1603190
I pinch a piece off the cube and drop in on the water surface. Try using your finger tips, not a knife.
1497568
It isn't re-using the minerals that are removed in the process. Any impurities or minerals are separated during the process and discarded with the waste water. The mineralizer adds fresh minerals at that stage. hope this helps, We love ours!
1130343
No water! You can put damp sand in it or in the winter months my kids put small marbles in it for effect
475088
Is this a serious question? It's ground up rock dust. I don't suppose it would hurt you but the way to get your minerals is through food.
1118916
The water is inside stainless steel until exiting through a charcoal filter. I would take vitamin supplements and eat proper food to deal with the minerals.
1263662
For the best results, I have only used distilled water. Don't get any mineral deposits, etc.