I have well water and want to use a filter system to attach to my faucet. Does any one know which one might be better? Thanks

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What are the health benefits of Alkaline Water?

Is Kangen water really good for you?

Read for yourself here http://captainkangenwater.com/health-benefits.htm

Eliminating Food Poisoning Kangen / Alkaline Water

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i had 3 zebra danios and 5 neon tetras in my 11 gallon tank, ich broke out and killed 3 neon tetras, i moved the 2 neon tetras to a hospital tank so it would not spread to the danios, my sister killed one of the neon tetras accidentally and my danios were fine, but about a week later something very weird happened, my sister killed another fish, one of the danios and he was dead in the tank for more than 24 hours im guessing because i went to a friends house, now i only have 2 zebra danios but, yesterday i noticed that one of my danios back fin was almost completely missing!! and its right fin was noticeably smaller, so i moved him to a small bowl thing because i think he is going to die :( then today i realized my other danio had it!!! what could it be?? both danios are still alive but the one i noticed first is floating upside down and breathing rapidly, the other one is swimming normally but half his tail is gone and i havent noticed and rapid breathing, any suggestions on what could’ve happenend and any medications that could help or any technics like turning up the heater and so on
BTW i have a heater, bubbler and double filtration and i do regular water changes and the tank is still cycling, actually it is only about 2-3 weeks into cycling
Today i am going to my pet shop to pick up:
a more powerful filter
ammonia/nitrite test kit
melafix
CYCLE ( the stuff that speeds up the cycling process )
should i get 2 more danios because i know that danios are schooling fish and require schools of 3+
Thankyou!
Hey sunset!

SHUTUP!!! i will do what i want! my fish only killed them and it was an accident! i reported you and i hope your poor fish commit suicide because they have like the worst life ever

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how much do these cost?

I’m at the end of my rope. I cannot find a freaking price for anything I ned to know for a Science project. Please help. Tell me anything:

Try these guys:

http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/wwg/start.shtml

or

http://www.mcmaster.com/#

Rust resistant piping would be standard plumbing PVC pipe or if it’s metal then stainless steel (very expensive)

Good luck

DynaDisc – Industrial Class Water Filter

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Hey all. I am usually a keeper of Betta (I do so ever love them). However, I have recently been pretty fascinated with gold fish. I would really like to get some, but I am worried about size constraints. I know common goldfish need about 30 gallons, but I think the best I will be able to keep in my small house is another 20 gallon. Is there any kind in particular that would be alright in a smaller tank with filtration and regular cleanings? I’ve seen fantails kept in relatively small tanks (on the other hand, I’ve also seen Betta kept in tiny plastic containers). If not, is there another sort of more manageable fish that I could accept as a substitute (orange or calico in color) which would do better in a smaller tank? I also have some ghost shrimp I was going to move into the next tank I got, but I am unsure of how well they function in cold water tanks (especially one that had messy gold fish in it), so could you fill me in on that? Thanks in advance :)
Yea… I figured the shrimp wouldn’t be well off. I was kind of thinking Platies too, but I am not only fascinated wth the color, but there movement (slow strides, one of the reasons I like bettas). I will see what else I can pull together. Until then I’ll research te rest of your suggestions.
Well, it isn’t a question if shrimp and Betta getting along, it is more that I wnt to make plenty of room for them all. My "Betta" tank (I’m using quotation marks because it was marketed for goldfish) is only 2 gallons. I don’t think it has enough filtration, and even if it did , Bettas are just so beautiful when kept by themselves (or atleast I find).

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[My question is a little more extensive then what's stated above... sorry!]

Tomorrow I’m intending to purchase some poison dart frogs at a local herp expo, as it’s the last day before another one shows up in 4 months. I want to get them now, since the prices are remarkably cheaper then LPS

At any rate. My terrarium isn’t set up fully yet. I have a 20 long reptarium, suitable for parital submerge-ment of water. I also have the filtration pieces I need, lighting, etc., but I haven’t created my false bottom yet (herp people should know what I’m talking about). I’m trying to establish a nice rainforest habitat, to mimic their natural habitat.

If I house the little guys in lets say, a rubbermaid container, for temporary isolation. How long is suitable until their confinments become ailing to their health?

I don’t believe setting up their permanent residence will take long. Simply enough to purchase plant life, and for sealent to harden for the false bottom.

Any input for me?

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How much water should i be drinking everyday?

I heard water is really good for skin and helps clear it. So i need to know how much to drink each day to achieve this. Also if you are one of the ppl that do this i just wonder if drinking water actually does help your skin and if it worked for you! Thanks!

Water intake should be six eight ounce glasses a day. You can also count water based beverages as long as you don’t over do on caffeine.

Yes it does help the skin to be clear by removing toxins from the body and it keeps your skin moisturized and therefore less wrinkles.

world record in drinking water

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Great thanks

I have suffered from asthma since I was 11. I am posting this as a way of helping so many of you who are suffering from asthma on here.

There’s a great book called Reversing Asthma by a doctor who suffers from asthma himself. (name is Richard n Firshein)

Also a great website I’ve bought products from in the past www.allergyasthmatech.com.

I’m not trying to push products by the way. I’ve just found that asthma catalog and the book above very helpful to me personally.

These are things that can help you if you have not tried them already.

-Get rid of mold in your home. Keep damp areas like basements and bathrooms as dry as possible. Get a dehumidifier if needed.
-Get rid of pets if you can, or keep them out of the bedroom.
-Get rid of strong cleaning chemicals (especially bleach) use vinegar instead
-Get rid of mouse, rat, and bug poisons. Use natural bug killers if you can.
-Keep house (naturally) clean to keep roaches away. Their poop triggers attacks.
-Get rid of air deodorizers/air fresheners. They have been proven in scientific studies to trigger asthma and allergy symptoms.
-Wash your sheets and blankets in hot water once a week to kill dust mites which trigger attack
-Cover your pillows and mattresses in dust mite zip covers (you can vinyl ones cheap at Wal-mart)
-Get an air purifier for getting rid of mold and dust. Get one with a good HEPA filter. Do NOT get an ozone machine. Those trigger asthma, not help it. Do NOT get an ionizer type air purifier. Those produce ozone as a by product which can aggravate asthma.
-Get rid of new carpeting and replace with hard wood floors if you can afford it.
-Vacuum once a week and wear a dust mask when you clean or vacuum.
- Get tested for food allergies. Stop eating dairy, nuts (especially peanuts) and processed foods for at least a month to see if you improve. Try to eat organic and more vegetables and fruits. Eat lots of garlic which is a natural anti-inflammatory. (you can get supplements.)
-Check your work environment. Are you being exposed to chemicals or allergens or mold there? Is your job making things worse? If so, it might be time to change jobs or get a doctor’s note for your boss.
- Get a second opinion if you feel your current doc is not helping you.
- Get a neti pot for sinus infections (they have worked wonders for me and you can get one cheap at Wal-greens) You poor salt or saline solution into warm water to irrigate your sinuses.
- Get tested for general allergies and get allergy shots if you can afford them. They can be very helpful for some asthmatics. (they’ve helped me)
- Some folks are sensitive to extremely dry air. If you must get a humidifier, get one that’s easy to clean and replace the filters often since they can grow mold themselves
- Get good high filtration filters like Filtrete for your heating and cooling system in your house. Those alone, can make a difference. Remember to replace them regularly.
- Stop smoking, if you smoke. (I know it’s hard but the reason I have asthma is because I was around my mom’s second hand smoke growing up) Don’t smoke around your kids if you can help it.
- Stop drinking. Alcohol is a nervous system depressant. A beer every once in awhile is probably fine but if you’re a heavy drinker, it could be affecting your lungs.
- Learn breathing exercises. Take yoga classes which are great for asthma. Listen to relaxation tapes when you get home from work.
- Wean yourself off of prednizone if you can little by little and gradually get onto an inhaled steroid instead. They have less side effects and get directly into the lungs better. (I’m personally on Asmanex which is a brand new one) Oral steroids have long term side effects. Get off of them if you can and switch to an inhaled steroid.
- Exercise. I know exercise can irritate asthma for some, but build up slowly. Start with walking. It’s one of the best ways to build up your breathing capacity over time.
- Get tested for acid reflux. Have heartburn, or tightness in your chest after you eat? Chronic acid reflux can result from overuse of oral steroids. They make the esophagus weak, and acid comes up more easily. This can eventually, irritate the lungs. Stay away from spicey foods or high acid foods like tomatoes. If you notice tightness in your chest after eating things like icecream or chocolate, those are acid reflux triggers. Stop certain foods for awhile and see if you improve. Stick to a bland diet for at least a month to see if there’s a difference.
- Use your peak flow meter. If you don’t have one, ask your doc for one. It measures your true breathing capacity if you’re not sure how "tight" you are getting.
- Use a scarf in the winter to keep the air going into your lungs warm and moist. Extreme temperature changes can trigger symptoms.
- Close your car windows and use the air in the summer on especially hot days. Ozone triggers asthma.
- Are you an artist? Is your favorite hobby making you sic

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