does anyone have a shred of scientific data that shows this ionization fad is beneficial, other than additional hydration?
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No scientific data that I know of but I liked how my stomach felt after I drank the water for the first few days and how it helped with my digestion after I ate. I think is more of a preference!
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I also have no idea how the ionizer works. I remember having read somewhere in another context that negative ions improve air quality, but i can't even be real specific about that. I do recall that the air felt pretty fresh during the six weeks before the thing quit on me. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
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It supposedly works best if it runs ALL the time. I suggest placing it on a shelf along the center of a wall at about eye level to spread the ions throughout the room.
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No not really but you can gradually do so if you choose. Ph water is like 3 times better than Gatorade or other electrolyte drinks, it definitely makes a difference in your skin texture, organ hydration and you just feel replenished and hydrated.
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while there are "energy" flavors of MIO, I don't personally consider them electrolyte replenishers like Gatorade. Rather, I use MIO the same way I use Crystal Lite - to create tasty low or no calorie flavored cold beverages.
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OK, I'm not a scientist, but I believe it is some type of 'ion exchange' in the water molecules. I bought & used a similar item about 35 years ago. It worked and this one seems to work also. I got the average $30 one and then bought the larger $75 one (price varies) and use them both. It takes 30 to 60 days to see results. With the money back guarantee, give it a try. WARNING!! These magnets are very "STRONG" and clamp together in a heartbeat, as my bandaged finger will attest to.
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my ionizer is the best thing i have bought for my pool....it does not let you understand how or why it works but the main thing is it does....no other chem. needed..maybe a little shock after a rain.
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That's what I was told by an expert & also researched it. It's why I add it. Seemed no matter how much 'other' water I drank, my body wasn't absorbing it. It's the only way for me to be not dehydrated and I live in the desert. Does that help? If I'm not clear, let me know & I'll try to be more specific. It has multiple benefits.
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Barely works. Doubt it could be ionizing. I used to have a negative ion generator and it is a different kind of unit.
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I've read also it interferes with it,---absorption inhibited ?. Not a Scientist in that field , don't really know . Don't use Calcium supplements so not concerned.
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I am not sure. All ionizing air purifiers I have experienced do this. Some people say that just using the ionization function is bad for you due to the radicals it created(those that say this are equating these radicals with the free radicals in your body that antioxidants kill)
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To give you a more detailed answer to your question, check out the article written recently by Dr. Edward Group on the subject --&gt; http://www.lewrockwell.com/2014/01/edward-group/why-nascent-iodine/
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No this unit works all the time with ionization on. I just use mine when I need to get rid of odors. I don't run it all the time.
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Hi Deborah- I found that even tho it feels like it has less power than most, it dries my hair faster. Perhaps the ionization is responsible. The problem I found was that it died a few months later!! Keep your receipt !!!
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This is not an easy answer since all water ionizers require a certain water harness level in order to work properly (see Athena specifications). Before going ahead and committing to the high cost of the Athena, I would pay a bio-environmental company to come out and test the hardness of your water both at the well, and after the water softener to see if the numbers fall within the required specs of the Athena. Keep in mind that if your well water has a higher dissolved concentration level of a particular mineral (i.e. calcium), this might affect the performance of the water ionizer. I wouldn't gamble on this one, especially for this much money. Get your well water tested. Hope this helps. This is not an easy answer since all water ionizers require a certain water harness level in order to work properly (see Athena specifications). Before going ahead and committing to the high cost of the Athena, I would pay a bio-environmental company to come out and test the hardness of your water both at the well, and after the water softener to see if the numbers fall within the required specs of the Athena. Keep in mind that if your well water has a higher dissolved concentration level of a particular mineral (i.e. calcium), this might affect the performance of the water ionizer. I... » Read More This is not an easy answer since all water ionizers require a certain water harness level in order to work properly (see Athena specifications). Before going ahead and committing to the high cost of the Athena, I would pay a bio-environmental company to come out and test the hardness of your water both at the well, and after the water softener to see if the numbers fall within the required specs of the Athena. Keep in mind that if your well water has a higher dissolved concentration level of a particular mineral (i.e. calcium), this might affect the performance of the water ionizer. I wouldn't gamble on this one, especially for this much money. Get your well water tested. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I have not noticed any energy boost either. For me, the purpose was to alkaline one's diet to promote better health.
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Absolutely! A confined place (like an aircraft), is where it's needed the most. Ionization cleans the air, naturally, and will help to destroy airborne odors and germs that are so frequently found in planes and other confined situations.