The POWER of

‘LIVING’ WATER ©

Our Bodies Are 70% Water. Consuming Purified Energized

‘Living’ Water Is The Ideal Water For Humans!

• Learn the Most Effective Ways to

Purify Your Water
• Discover the Best Drinking Water
Systems Available Today!
• Revealed! The Secrets Of Healthy ‘Living’
Waters from Around the World!
• How to Energize & Supercharge Your Water
• Discover The Only 2 Ways To Purify Water
• Learn the Truth About Bottled Waters!

WAYNE GENDEL Life Extension Specialist

& Forever Healthy
866.962.4400
www.foreverhealthy.net
Copies or reproduction in whole or in part, only with prior written and verbal consent
while giving full credit to Wayne Gendel and Forever Healthy™
The following two articles appeared in leading Toronto
Newspapers in September 2001

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 WATER / H2O FACTS
Some of The Healthiest Waters in the World are:
1. Lourdes in France, pH 8.2
2. Trinity Water from Idaho, USA, pH 9.6
3. Hunza Water from Tibet, pH 8.0-9.0
4. Nome Water Ontario Canada, pH 8.6

The common factor in healthy water

= ALKALINE WATER and PURE,
Chemical Free LIVING WATER!
1. Water has 16 clusters – when magnetized it reduces to 8, half the size so it has a lower surface tension. A
smaller molecule absorbs into the system easier
2. Hexagonal (6 sided) water is like our blood, snow flakes, water in fruits and veggies….unhealthy water is 5
sided or un-structured! (Messages of Water)
3. 2.5 % of the Earth’s water is fresh, ONLY 0.6% of that is usable!! (a great deal of it is frozen)
4. The world is facing a critical shortage of fresh water – 70% of the world’s water is used in agriculture and the
remaining 30% is used in households and industry. With population growth, the amount used in agriculture
alone is expected to increase by 17%.
5. The two main sources of drinking water in Canada are groundwater and surface water. Groundwater is
recovered from underground aquifers at depths ranging from a few to hundreds of meters. Surface water is
drawn from rivers and lakes.
6. The World Health Organization estimates 1 billion people have unsafe drinking water and 2.1 million people die
every year from unsafe water, 90% of these deaths are children.
7. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) has found more than 80 contaminants in our drinking water.
8. Microscopic pathogens such as e-coli (Walkerton, Ontario), Cryptosporidium (North Battleford, Saskatchewan)
and Giardia are making their way into our water systems.
9. Water treatment plants add chlorine and fluoride, to our water supply to ‘purify’ it. These substances are very
unhealthy and have side effects; recent studies have linked them to major health issues such as cancer,
osteoporosis and birth defects.
10. Less than 1% of this treated water is actually consumed through drinking and cooking.
11. Chlorine levels in Ontario tap water have skyrocketed in the last two years (since the Walkerton epidemic).
While "safe" chlorine levels are reported to be 0.5 ppm (parts per million), current levels stand around 2.0-4.0
ppm. By comparison, safe levels for pools range between 1.5-2.0 ppm.
12. Other toxic substances include trihalomethanes (THM), trichloroethylene TCE, PCB, MTBE, benzene,
aluminum, arsenic, asbestos, chromium, copper, lead, mercury etc.
13. Runoff from agricultural areas can add pesticides and fertilizers to the water aquifers as well as bacteria
contamination from surface supplies.
14. New studies are detecting a wide range of PPCP’s (Pharmaceutical and Personal Care Products) in our water.
Many pharmaceuticals are passing through the body unchanged and are then recycled through our water
systems.

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15. Most cities rely on aging distribution systems to carry water to consumers. Older pipes often develop leaks that
can lead to cross contamination with surface water and wastewater.
16. Researchers estimate that 450 pounds of inorganic minerals and industrial pollutants are ingested by an
individual through the drinking water he/she consumes in a lifetime.
17. Caffeine from coffee, tea, soft drinks and alcohol amongst few others are diuretics, they dehydrate the body!
Also these drinks are ACIDIC.
18. It has been estimated that 75% of North Americans are chronically dehydrated and fail to drink the
recommended daily amount of at least 8 cups.
19. A 10 minute hot shower with chlorinated water is equivalent to drinking 8 glasses of the same water, absorption
is one problem but our worst exposure is from the inhalation of the toxic chlorine gas containing Chloroform,
THM and TCE.
20. The blood’s ideal pH Level – 7.365
21. Water/food around this level of alkalinity nourishes, cleanses & energizes the body
22. Water/food which is acidic intoxicates, clogs & deprives the body of energy

23. The blood’s pH Level cannot become and remain acidic – or you get sick or even die! Being to acidic = ill
health!

OUR BODIES’ NEED FOR WATER

Our body is composed of 70% water and this total amount is replaced every 15 days! 75% of the
weight of our upper body is supported by the water volume that is stored in the disc cores
(especially the 5th lumbar disc)

Heart – 75% water Lungs – 86% water Bones – 30% water

Liver – 86% water Muscles – 75% water Cartilage/Joints – 50% water
Brain – 75-85% water Blood – 90% water and is replaced every 90 days

WHY DRINK 8+ GLASSES OF PURE, FRESH WATER DAILY?

C - Circulation Improves joint mobility
A - Assimilation Eliminates various physical discomforts
D - Digestion Maintains proper muscle tone
E – Elimination Improves skin tone, texture, and resilience
T – Temperature control Prevents and reverses premature aging
Water is the universal solvent, and the most important Water is a natural diuretic
nutrient we consume daily
Supplies the body's tissues with oxygen and nutrients Suppresses appetite naturally
Water is necessary for the chemical reactions in our body Metabolizes stored fat; lose weight effortlessly,
to occur through a process of hydrolysis naturally, without strict dieting
Water holds our cell contents in their proper structural Maintains body weight
place, allowing for optimal functioning
Rids the body of waste and flushes out toxins Relieves constipation, and diarrhea
Water protects our body's cells from attacks from Increases energy levels, less fatigue
diseases, viruses, etc
If cells become water starved they become shrivelled up, Water flows through our cell membranes generating
parched and dry, making it easier for foreign invaders to hydroelectric energy (voltage) that is converted and
enter the cells stored in our cells as energy (ATP and GTP)

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 HOW MUCH WATER DOES YOUR BODY REQUIRE?

A more recent measurement of the required daily intake of water is measured in ounces and can be calculated by
taking half of your weight in lbs. Then add 1 cup for each hour of strenuous activity.

IE: 128 lb ÷ 2 = 64 oz = ½ gallon = 8 cups - MINIMUM !

From this we see that most adults should be drinking more than 8 cups a day.

• Fruits and vegetables are a very good source of water. Cantaloupe and melons contain more than 90 per cent
water, as do leafy vegetables such as lettuce. Kiwis, another great source of water, contain essential
electrolytes such as potassium and magnesium.

• At birth our body is 90 per cent water, decreasing to 75 per cent hydration by the age of three. As we grow
older, water levels can dip as low as 65 per cent.

• All of our vital organs utilize water to function properly. Your body can use up to 3 liters a day.

• Between seven and 11 quarts of water are needed just for proper digestion.

• The body uses about a pint of water every day solely through exhalation.

• The skin is the largest organ of elimination and under dry conditions; the body loses up to a quart an hour
through perspiration alone.

• For every quart of water passed through the kidneys, 1-½ ounces of waste are carried with it.

STAGES OF DEHYDRATION

∗If you drink water only when you’re mouth is dry, you are already dehydrated!

1% thirst *
5% slight fever
8% no saliva production, glands stop working
10% inability to walk
12% FATAL

SOME OUTCOMES OF DEHYDRATION AND CHRONIC DEHYDRATION

PREMATURE AGING INDIGESTION; HEARTBURN

SLOWED URINE PRODUCTION HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, CHOLESTEROL

DIZZINESS, FATIGUE; HYPERTENSION, ANGINA

DRY OR SUNKEN EYES STRESS AND DEPRESSION

BRITTLE BONES, OSTEOPOROSIS RHEUMATOID ATHRITIS

JOINT & BACK PAIN HANGOVERS, MIGRAINES

EXCESS BODY WEIGHT; OBESITY MUSCULAR AND NERVE PAIN

ASTHMA, ALLERGIES, LUPUS MUSCLE CRAMPING

DIABETES; CANCER KIDNEY PROBLEMS

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 WATER OPTIONS
MUNICIPALY TREATED WATER – Health Hazard

• Chlorinated and fluoridated – both are toxic acidic chemicals.

WELL WATER – No monitoring system, questionable.

• Can test well one day and then become contaminated overnight

BOILING WATER –
• Does not purify! Not effective - Inconvenient, energy/time consuming. Little taste
improvement.
• Must boil for 20 minutes to kill harmful bacteria (cysts & viruses) in emergency
situations.
• Does not reduce particulates (heavy metals, sediments, toxic chemicals) and organic
compounds.
• Can concentrate some forms of chlorine actually making them more toxic

BOTTLED WATER
• Expensive, inconvenient and questionable and creates a landfill problem.
• Produced from spring, mineral, tap, distilled or well waters…
• The quality is not regulated very well, very loose standards.
• May still contain bacteria, organics and in-organics.
• Plastic leaches into the water.
• Very acidic, expensive and bottled waters can contain bacteria after weeks on the
shelf

BRITA Type Filters

• Activated Carbon
• Creates ACIDIC water
• Good for chlorine reduction and some heavy metals.
• Requires regular filter replacements.
• Like a band aid on a broken bone! Better than nothing!

CERAMIC FILTERS – Needs to be coupled with a carbon filter to be effective

• Forced through small holes to trap large particulates.
• Good particle reduction. Reusable after cleaning. Reduces bacteria.
• Requires cleaning and disinfection. Does not remove organics, in-organics or viruses.

ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT - Kills the bacteria but doesn’t remove it.

• Water passes by intense UV source.
• Sterilizes water.
• Has no effect on organics or in-organics.
• Great addition to a R.O. System

CARBON BLOCK – May not reduce all in-organics or viruses.

• Pressure forces through solid block of carbon.
• Reduces contaminants by physical screening, absorption or hydrogen bonding.

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 • Chlorine, heavy metals & organics reduced. No channeling. Can filter down to 0.2
microns.

GRANULAR CARBON – Leaves most minerals, in-organics, bacteria & viruses.

• Loosely packed carbon absorbs contaminants.
• Reduces chlorine and organics.

SOFTENING – Not recommended for drinking and usually creates ACIDIC water.
• Passes over bed of resin. Exchanges calcium and magnesium for sodium.
• Effective in reducing Ca++ and Mg++.
• Adds sodium. Does not remove organics, metals or microbes.

And the only 2 methods to purify water are:

1. DISTILLATION
• Water heated to steam and then condensed, leaving contaminants behind.
• Slow, noisy energy/time consuming and creates a very ACIDIC water 5.0 Ph
• Reduces chlorine, heavy metals, viruses & bacteria.
• Contaminants such as chloroform (carcinogen) which have a lower boiling point than
water will remain in the end product.
• Can leach minerals from your body.
• May increase concentration of small organics
• Removes 90-99% of impurities
• Because water is boiled re-mineralizing dead water not effective
• Creates heat within the room where the unit is running
• Takes 1-4 hours to produce 1 gallon of water – can be inconvenient
• 1 of only 2 ways to purify water
• can be very expensive for larger units

2. REVERSE OSMOSIS [R.O.]

• Water pressure used to push through thin membrane.
• slightly acidic depending on water source - 6.5 Ph water
• Reduces in-organics
• Water can be re-mineralized!
• Filters need to be maintained annually for optimal performance
• Water is always on tap to be consumed
• Removes 90-99% of impurities

‘LIVING’ WATER
Purified water that is enhanced with natural properties such as crystals, magnetics,
natural food or vegetation sources such as active minerals and even positive human
energy

* Please Note: Distilled is purified water but studies show that attempts at re-mineralizing distilled
water and absorbing and utilizing the minerals is of minimal benefit to humans.
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Reverse Osmosis water that is re-mineralized from lemon, coral calcium, trace minerals, and
from natural vegetation…is of great benefit.

Vitalized by magnetic energy. Breaks down the large clusters of molecules into smaller ones,
makes water more easily absorbed into the cells.
Filtration occurs through stainless steel screens, fine silk screens, 2 different carbon filters and
coral sand chips which filter unhealthy substances down to the size of 0.1 micron.
Removes bacteria, heavy metals and organic matters like chlorine.
Ceramic balls ionize and add essential minerals and nutrients back into the water.
Ceramic stones and clay reflect far-infra red energy back into the water.
Creates alkaline water with a pH > 7 which carries more oxygen than acidic water.
Improves taste and odor.
Great for your body (through cooking, drinking and bathing), plants and animals.
Cost effective.

HEXAGONAL WATER - The best form of water for good health is hexagonal water. This is a structure
of water that is comprised of 6-sided molecule that forms a circle in structure and resembles a diamond
crystal in shape and look. Research in Korea has shown that this is the type of water that exists in a
healthy, living body and is a common factor in the healthiest most energized living waters tested. By
creating hexagonal water we are drinking water that is more natural and easily used by the body.

OXYGENATED WATER - Oxygenated water supplies plenty of oxygen directly and promptly to the
body's cells. Studies have shown that oxygenated water enhances athletic performance, improves
cardiovascular and muscle endurance and reduces recovery time after exercise. Very few waters are
properly re-oxygenated or oxygenated enough to provide noticeable benefit.

TYPES OF WATER
PPM = parts per million TDS = Total dissolved solids

• The Lower the PPM the purer the water. There are some exceptions such as
energized and alkaline healing waters such as Lourdes of France, Hunza Water from
Pakistan, Trinity Water and Nome Water
1. MINERAL/SPRING/HARD
- Excess in-organic minerals such as lime salts, calcium, magnesium….
- Even young children are showing minerals deposits in their tissues
- They block cells from working properly, harden arteries and contribute to joint deposits
- Soaps do not lather
2. SOFT
- Sodium when it comes in contact with hard minerals removes them and makes water softer
- Less electricity used on appliances
- 20% less soap
3. SNOW/RAIN
- Can be radioactive, Strontinium-90, air pollutants…
- Just melt and see the impurities left
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 - In a clean environment – OK
4. DISTILLED
- Purified but dead water!
- Raises white blood cell counts because it is so acidic!
- Removes lead, radon, salts, metals, sediments
- Can concentrate some chemicals
- Leaches mineral from the body due to high acidity
- TDS= 0-5 PPM
5. REVERSE OSMOSIS
- Purified ‘living’ water
- Removes heavy metals, arsenic, particulate matter
- Less effective at removing nitrates, pesticides, THMS, volatile organics
- TDS= 1-25 PPM
6. FILTERED
- Carbon blocks, Brita, Water Pik…..
- Band aid on a broken bone
- Remove volatiles, THMs and some pesticides
- 1-10 micron filtration
- PPM 50-500
- Some Brita and similar filters have banned in some European countries for excessively high
bacteria counts.
7. TAP
- Chlorine, lead, mercury, bacteria, parasites, benzenes, xeno-estrogens, cesium….
- Acidic
- Added fluoride from the aluminum industry
- 100ppm –1000 ppm
- Thousands of chemicals can be present
- Avoid always
8. OZONATED/ULTRA VIOLET LIGHT
- Excellent at removing bacteria, viruses….
- Great addition to Reverse Osmosis systems
9. DE-IONIZED
- Removes minerals
- Can harbor bacteria, cannot remove herbicides, pesticides, insecticides, chemicals…
- Great addition to Reverse Osmosis system
10. BOILED
- 20 minutes minimum to kill bacteria
- But chemicals concentrate and remain in the water
- Dead germs remain in the water
11. BOTTLED
- Source is likely unknown
- TDS10ppm – 1,200 ppm
- Bacteria present after two weeks
- Oxygen content is about 100-800ppm
- Tap is approximately 50ppm of oxygen.
12. ELECTROLYSIS
- Only a carbon block filter
- Ph adjustable, but not Purified
- Lower water Ph does not change body ph! Not purified. Removes 10% of impurities
- Only a 5 micron carbon block filter
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 - 100% dependant on minerals in the water designed for Japan. Too low or too high minerals
present and Electrolysis Water does not work well
- Does not removes alkaline pollutants such as fluoride
- Does not lower surface tension
- Very high price
13. PI WATER
- Nikken & Wellness Water that is Filtered, Magnetized, Far Infrared ionized technology,
Optimized’ – charged ‘living’ antioxidant
- Oxygenated water
- Instant water, installs in 1 minute, portable
- But is NOT Purified Water?
- Close but not recommended for everyday use
14. KRISTAL KI
- Reverse Osmosis and charged with Quartz Crystals
- Affordable ‘Living Water’
- http://foreverhealthy.net/html/products/display.asp?CategoryID=5
15. 2 PURE H20
- Purified R.O. 15-Stage ‘Living’ Water System!
- The Ultimate Home Water Purifier!
- http://foreverhealthy.net/html/products/display.asp?CategoryID=5
16. HEALING WATERS
- Hunza Water, Lourdes of France, Trinity - Loaded with Hydrogen!
- Natural Hydrogen is Nature’s strongest anti-oxidant yet discovered!

NATURAL WAYS TO STRUCTURE WATER & ADD ‘LIVING’ ENERGY

1. Putting in clear glass and letting the sun charge the water for 20 minutes or more.
2. Fresh squeezed lemon or lime! Or even a handful of grapes.
3. Trace Minerals – ionic mineral concentrate!
4. Magnetic Energy Cup – lowers surface tension! Increases oxygen, negative ions
5. Quartz Crystal, Infrared technology
6. Pray to your water!
7. Future? … Stay Tuned! ☺

SUPPLEMENTS THAT ENHANCE WATER

1. MEGA-HYDRIN – can make water a super anti-oxidant

2. CRYSTAL ENERGY – makes water wetter more absorbed

• The best natural pure ‘living’ water is

in fresh fruits and vegetables!

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 THE POWER OF ‘LIVING’ WATER
Q & A - Most Commonly Asked Water Questions

Q: What is the difference between water filter and water purifier?

A: Technically, a purifier would be a system that provides pure water hydrogen and oxygen with no other
components. Pure water of this sort does not exist except in the controlled environment of a laboratory.
Distilled is capable of this and some top quality R.O. and countertop systems. Most references to pure
water are in relation to the bacteria content and not the chemical contaminant concentrations. The EPA
defines pure as water free from all types of bacteria and viruses. Each of these definitions would describe
a system significantly different from drinking filtered water. Some filtration systems are designed to
eliminate chlorine resistant parasites like cryptosporidium and giardia but should not be sold as a means
of treating water of unsafe bacteriological quality.

Simple Water filters only filter 0.1microns vs. a Reverse Osmosis system which filters down to .0001
microns! This is why R.O. is purified water and filter systems take out about 10-20% of contaminants.

R.O. systems have 3-5 or more filters starting at 0.1 for the carbon block, sediment filters and post filters.
The main R.O. filter will be .001 or even .0001 in size micron filter. This will eliminate 90-99% of the
contaminants in the water!

This should bring the PPM done to 20 or less. A simple filter system will not alter the PPM very much
although it will remove some heavy metals and some contaminants. Where there are literally thousands of
pollutants in the water, I would highly recommend removing as much as possible! Anything less than
Distilled [not recommended] or Reverse Osmosis is like putting a band-aid on a broken bone! Basically
it’s better than nothing!

Q: What are TDS and PPM?

A: Total Dissolved Solids, the total measurement by weight of all solids that are dissolved in water. The
dissolved solids in water are primarily calcium and magnesium and would not be a measurement of
contamination. Tests which measure the conductivity of water (often used by companies selling reverse
osmosis systems) only give a rough estimate of dissolved solids and should not be viewed as total an
indicator of water quality. This is measured in Part Per Million = PPM A good system will bring down
tap waters [which can range vary from 1,000 to as low as 150 ppm] to 25ppm or even to as low as 1 PPM.

Q: Is Chlorine harmful?
A: Yes! 100% Common sense is that the only thing the human body benefits from is living whole foods. I
have never ever seen that chemicals whether chlorine, synthetic colors, preservatives were listed on the
RDA (recommended daily allowance) in any country in the world! Bottom line is why put in the human
body something that is foreign and told by authorities that a little will not hurt the body. If you consume a
small amount of water daily and a small amount of foods with preservatives and a small amount of skin
care with chemicals, where does it stop? People are consuming small amounts of so many harmful
elements and we wonder why disease, cancers and people are so ill!

Chlorine was first added to a community water system in 1908 in Chicago and was instrumental in
eliminating many types of water-borne disease such as Cholera and Typhoid fever. Prior to chlorination,
many major cities had death tolls of 1 in 1000 people from Typhoid alone. Chlorine has been used to
disinfect municipal water for over 80 years and has had some positive effects on public health. In the
1970 it was discovered that chlorine, when added to water, forms Trihalomethanes (chlorinated by-

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products) by combining with certain naturally occurring organic matter such as vegetation and algae. In
1992 the American Journal of Public Health published a report that showed a 15% to 35% increase in
certain types of cancer for people who consume chlorinated water. Most of the effects were due to
showering in chlorinated water. The National Cancer Institute reports cancer risks for people who
consume chlorinated water to be 93% higher than for people who do not shower in chlorine!
The effects of drinking chlorinated water have been debated for decades. However, most experts now
agree that there are some significant cancer risks related to consuming chlorine and chlorinated by-
products.

Please remember that most swimming pools use chlorine. A safer alternative is Bromine and or ozone!
So please minimize your swimming pool habits if chlorine is present!

Some cities are now using ozone which removes bacteria viruses by injecting a safe natural gas.
Hopefully all cities and countries will use this as a safer method than chlorine.

Q: Why do some areas test negative for chlorine?

A: Virtually all city water systems contain some level of chlorine. Well waters likely test free of chlorine.
The level can also vary based on outdoor temperature, the season, distance from water utility and current
usage. While chlorine may sometimes be undetectable on a certain day with a standard OTO test kit, that
level can change dramatically day to day. Also some cities use ammonia at certain times as a disinfectant
in order to reduce chlorination by products.

Q: What do you do if you have water contaminated by radioactive matter?

A: Move! Radioactive water is not very common in this country and is a more serious problem than
should be dealt with by a home water treatment system. Many people confuse the contaminant Radon
with radioactivity when in fact they are quite different. Radon is produced from decaying Uranium ore
and can be effectively removed by carbon filtration.

Q: What are VOCs?

A: Volatile Organic Chemicals are synthetic compounds that turn into vapor at relatively low
temperatures. VOCs typically vaporize at a much lower temperature than water. Most synthetic chemicals
found in water, such as pesticides and herbicides, are VOCs. This is why chlorine in a hot shower or bath
makes it so harmful! So please use some form on Chlorine removal in the bath or shower.

The best methods are; shower filter, bath ball (100% removal) and/or a whole house Carbon Filter unit!

Q: Why would the filtered water sometimes appear cloudy?

A: Occasionally, filtered water may appear milky or cloudy. The action of closing the faucet can create
air pockets in the filter. Sometimes the air pockets will produce tiny air bubbles in the filtered water
which cause the appearance of cloudiness. This air will disappear if the glass of water sits for a minute. If
cloudiness is noticed in the filtered water does not go away, call your water technician for further details.
To be sure I recommend that everyone use a TDS meter. For less than $95 you can measure to see if your
water system is functioning properly!

Q: Can filters be used on hot water?

A: Absolutely not with R.O. membranes systems as it could permanently damage the membrane.

As well it is not recommended to use drinking water filters on hot water due to the potential for leakage.
The soft rubber tubing on most systems and the o-ring seals can soften and create leaks when exposed to

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hot water. Most systems are rated for water temperatures up to 90 degrees.
Shower filters can be used with water up to 115 degrees, 100 to 104 is normal shower temperature.

Q: Do people on private wells need to use shower filters?

A: YES! There are many health and cosmetic benefits to removing chemicals and compounds from
shower water, even on non-chlorinated private wells. Virtually all ground water contains traces of some
chemical or chemicals that can be absorbed through the skin or inhaled. Also shower filters helps balance
the waters pH, which is also a cosmetic benefit.

Q: How does a water softener differ from filtration products?

A: Water softeners are not designed to improve the healthfulness of water, but rather to decrease
dissolved minerals and reduce scaling of pipes and appliances. These systems typically use sodium
charged ion exchange media that releases sodium ions and removes minerals such as calcium,
magnesium, or potassium. This will greatly reduce the amount of energy it takes to heat hard water and
reduce the soaps for laundry, bathing… and keep your pipes clean and water pressure higher and in the
normal range. Also it will extend the life of your water heater and dishwasher as they will not build up the
harmful water scale! You will also notice more soap suds and a cleaner faster rinse of soap with a water
softener.
But please ONLY drink softened water on a regular basis with a POU (Point Of Use) water system such
as a Reverse Osmosis water purifier, as softened water is NOT a filter!

Q: Are water products EPA approved?

A: No, the EPA does not approve any one product. Only products which contain regulated contaminants,
like silver in silver impregnated carbon filters, are required to have an EPA registration number. An EPA
registration number simply means that the product contains something that the EPA has determined to be
harmful. Please look for NSF filters that are tested and meet certain standards for water purity!

Q: Do water treatment products require FDA approval?

A: No, however the certifications which apply certified products require proof that all component
materials meet FDA requirements for food grade materials. The performance claims of a filtration system
should be NSF rated!

Q: How do filters compare to reverse osmosis (R.O.) or distillation systems?

A: Likely the water produced by these systems has been stripped of almost all mineral content which
causes water to be acidic and aggressive but not purified! Purified water whether distilled or R.O. is 90-
99% pure and known to raise human white blood cell count because they are ‘empty dead energy’ waters.
That is not good.

I prefer a good Reverse Osmosis water system because at least it is not boiled and will have more energy
than distilled water. I don’t even recommend cleansing or fasting detoxification programs on just distilled
water as it could upset someone’s electrolyte balance! But please add some form of energy to Reverse
Osmosis water whether some lemon drops or exposure to sunlight.

Long term drinking water should be:

1. Some form of purification of a filter at least .1 - .001 microns

2. Since the water is purified, we need to add energy back to the water. (Please see the ‘Water
Types’ page above)

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Q: How do you know if there are contaminants in your water?
A: All public water systems contain some level of one or more unhealthful chemicals. Regulations only
require periodic testing of about 86 chemicals. There are now more than 75,000 chemicals used in our
society with over 1000 new ones being developed each year. Contaminant levels fluctuate throughout the
year making it impossible to know the actual level of contamination in a central water system. So far over
2100 toxic chemicals have been detected in America water systems. The risk is high and the cost for a
sure solution is low.

Water is unfortunately NOT FREE! Take control of your water. PLEASE use a water purification POU
(Point Of Use) system!

Q: Do filter systems remove Radon?

A: Radon is a gas produced by decaying Uranium and is more often a problem when airborne; however
some areas may have Radon in the water which can be effectively removed by most carbon filters.
I would also recommend getting a radon gas test kit to test your home for radon gas. This is inexpensive
kit can be found in most hardware stores or even supplied free by some cities.

Q: Is it good to use silver to prevent bacteria from growing inside the filter?
A: No, silver is used in some systems to reduce bacteria growth, however, silver is a toxic metal that can
leach into the filtered water. The type of bacteria (heterotrophic) that can colonize on carbon media is a
very slow growing bacteria and is typically only a problem with filters that are used for 12 months or
longer without cartridge replacement.

Q: If my municipal water company Annual Water Quality Report shows that it meets all EPA
guidelines, does that mean it is safe?
A: The Bottom line is… the only way to make sure you are consuming pure fresh water is to
make your own from your own quality filter system!

Even though water is tested at the water treatment plants daily, the water you eventually get at your home
has to travel a long way. Who knows what it could come in contact with along the way!

October 1st 1999 a new federal law went into effect that requires water utilities to send each customer a
detailed report showing what is in their water, appropriately called The Right to Know Amendment. Any
level of contamination in our drinking water represents a danger to one’s health. Of the over 75,000 toxic
chemicals used in society, the EPA has set standards (MCLs) for only 86! And those 86 Maximum
Contaminant Levels are only based on limited health studies on consumption of one certain chemical by a
175 lb. adult. No consideration is given to the effects on small children or the combined effects of two or
more contaminants, which some studies show can be magnified by as much as 1000 times! Nobody
knows how many toxic chemicals could actually be in most tap water. According to the Ralph Nader
Research Group, after reviewing thousands of pages of EPA documents acquired through the Freedom of
Information Act, more than 2100 toxic chemicals have already been detected in U.S. water supplies. I
have read as much as 7,000 Chemicals! Virtually all public water systems have some level of
contamination. Steroid and estrogen hormone residues are even in the water! Is it any wonder there are so
many people in North America who are infertile! The water utilities are usually quick to point out that the
chemicals found in their water are below EP Maximum Levels, and in most cases they are.

The fact is that even the smallest trace of a toxic chemical can cause damage usually to kidneys, bladder and
nervous system and our hormones! And even damage our DNA! Science is just now starting to realize to what
extent. In a recent report from the National Cancer Institute to the Surgeon General it was stated that NO
level of exposure to a chemical carcinogen should be considered toxicologically insignificant to
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humans, I think we are learning the hard way the truth of this statement. I Hope everyone makes the
CHOICE to take control of their personal consumption by purifying their own water!

Q: What are some good web sites to find documentation on water problems?
A: NRDC.org (Natural Resources Defense Council), EWG.org (Environmental Working Group),
EDF.org (Environmental Defense Fund), and CDC.gov (Center for Disease Control) are all good
informational sites with numerous documented studies on water problems.

Also please visit http://www.foreverhealthy.net

Q: So what do you recommend for most people to have safer water?

A: I recommend a shower filter and or bath ball which is less than $100! And I recommend a Reverse
Osmosis or quality counter top water purification system! A quality system can be purchased for under
$500 U.S. or $6000 Canadian! Also we recommend ‘energizing’ your purified water! Please see the
‘Water Types’ page in The Power of ‘Living’ Water Manual! This way you can drink energized
‘Living’ water!

BOTTLED WATER REPORT

* The Sierra group found that 30%+ of bottled water tested contained bacteria!

SAFETY FACTS ON BOTTLED WATER

North Americans increasingly are turning to bottled water, making it a $4 billion-a-year business in the
United States. Millions of us are willing to pay 240 to over 10,000 times more per gallon for bottled water
than we do for tap water -- though we probably rarely think of it that way. However, some bottled water
contains bacterial contaminants, and several brands of bottled water contain synthetic organic chemicals
(such as industrial solvents, chemicals from plastic, or trihalomethanes (thm) – the by-products of the
chemical reaction between chlorine and organic matter in water) or inorganic contaminants (such as
arsenic, a known carcinogen) in at least some bottles (see Chapter 3 and our accompanying Technical
Report). Moreover, as Chapter 4 documents, bottled water regulations have gaping holes, and both state
and federal bottled water regulatory programs are severely under funded. In Chapter 5 we present
evidence that there is substantially misleading marketing of some bottled water, and in Chapter 6 we
argue that consumers should be informed about the contaminants found in the water they purchase.
NRDC's major findings and recommendations are summarized below.

For full report on bottled water visit http://www.nrdc.org/water/drinking/bw/bwinx.asp

What are the different types of bottled water?

According to current regulations, bottled water may be represented as "spring" or "mineral" water only if it
originates from an underground source which is not part of a community water supply. The water must be naturally
fit for human consumption at its point of origin and may not be subjected to any treatment that would modify the
original chemical composition of the water. The only treatments permitted include carbonation, the addition of
ozone as a disinfecting agent or fluoridation to prevent dental cavities. Generally, mineral water contains a larger
amount of dissolved mineral salts than spring water.

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Bottled water that is not labeled as "spring" or "mineral" may be from any source and can be treated to make it fit
for human consumption or to modify its original composition. The label of these waters must show how they have
been treated. The following product names must appear on the label:

• "Distilled Water" - when the treatment includes distillation (i.e. vaporization and condensation);
• "Demineralized Water"- when the treatment, by means other than distillation, results in the mineral
content being reduced to less than 10 parts per million
• "Carbonated Water" - when the water contains added carbon dioxide, making it effervescent.

Bottled waters that do not fit into one of the above categories, and do not qualify to be represented as spring or
mineral water, may be named by any other appropriate term which is accurate and not misleading.

Could tap water be used to manufacture bottled water?

Yes, except for water represented as spring or mineral water. Some bottled waters such as "distilled" or
"demineralized" water may be tap water that has undergone a treatment process to lower the mineral content and/or
remove chemicals such as chlorine.

What is Bottled Water?

Bottled water is water which has been packaged in sealed containers for human consumption. It includes water
represented as "spring" water or "mineral" water and water from various other sources that may have been treated
to make it fit for human consumption.

On average Canadians consumed 21.2 litres of bottled water per year in 1997 (Western Grocer Magazine,
March/April, 1999). Total value of shipments increased six times in ten years to about $Over $500 million annually
in Canada. The average person can spend $500 a year or more on bottled water. One can purchase a reverse
osmosis water system for that and have quality water for a family of 4 for a year!

What information is required to appear on the label of bottled water?

Like any prepackaged food, bottled water must carry the following basic labeling information:

• common name
• list of ingredients if it consists of more than one ingredient
• net quantity
• name and address of the company responsible.

Additional labeling requirements specific to bottled water include the following:

• fluoride ion content;

"SPRING" AND "MINERAL" WATER

• dissolved mineral salt content,

• statement indicating whether ozone or fluoride has been added, and
• statement relating the geographic location of the underground source of the water.

BOTTLED WATERS, OTHER THAN "SPRING" OR "MINERAL" WATER

• description of any treatment the water has undergone.

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Could bottled water have bacteria in it?

Bottled water is not a sterile product. However, it is required to be free of disease causing organisms. Like most
foods, bottled water may contain naturally occurring bacteria which typically have little or no health significance.
But bottled water that is purified by reverse osmosis or distillation can start to harbor bacteria after as little as 2
weeks. Fresh pure water is the best answer. Your own system or purchasing from a reverse osmosis water machine
in a reputable health store is fine for those who cannot have their own in house system.

Is bottled water safer than tap water?

Manufacturers and importers of bottled water are required to ensure that their products continually meet the
Canadian health and safety standards. Quality standards for bottled and municipal waters are similar. Both bottled
and municipal waters that meet or exceed their required health and safety standards are considered to be safe. At the
present time, no waterborne disease outbreaks have been associated with drinking bottled water in Canada.

I highly recommend, particularly those susceptible to illness or disease should consider only purified reverse
osmosis water. This recommendation applies to infants, pregnant women, the frail elderly and those whose
immune system has been weakened by disease, surgery or therapy.

What should I consider before purchasing bottled water?

Examine the bottles closely before purchasing and buy only bottles where the seal is unbroken. Make sure the water
is clear and free of debris. The consumer should avoid refilling old bottles unless they have been properly cleaned
and sanitized. Avoid bottled water with a lot of bubbles. This could signify the water has been sitting for months.

How should bottled water be stored?

Water should always be stored in well-sealed containers. Large quantities of bottled water may be stored in a cool,
dark storage area such as a basement or warehouse. As with other foods, if bottled water is being stockpiled in long
term storage, care should be taken to rotate the inventory so that no product in storage will exceed its shelf life.
Most bottled water manufacturers indicate that their product has a two-year shelf-life.

Avoid direct sunlight to bottled waters stored in plastics. Avoid heat above 100F in plastic stored waters.

How is bottled water regulated?

Bottled water is considered to be a food product and is regulated under the Food and Drugs Act and Regulations.
These regulations include requirements for microbiological quality, composition and labeling. Like any
prepackaged consumer product, bottled water is also subject to the requirements of the Consumer Packaging and
Labeling Act and Regulations.

Health Canada establishes health and safety standards for the bottled water sold in Canada through the Food and
Drugs Act. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) enforces these standards. The CFIA also sets and
enforces requirements under both of the above-mentioned Acts to protect consumers against fraud in relation to the
composition, packaging, labeling and advertising of bottled water. As part of its enforcement role, CFIA can
inspect products, labels, and establishments involved in the sale, manufacture and distribution of bottled water. In
addition, some provincial and municipal ministries and agencies may regulate and inspect bottled water

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 Distilled Water Not Ideal For Humans

During nearly 19 years of clinical practice I have had the opportunity to observe the health effects of drinking
different types of water. Most of you would agree that drinking unfiltered tap water could be hazardous to your
health because of things like

• parasites
• chlorine
• fluoride
• dioxins

Many health fanatics, however, are often surprised to hear me say that drinking distilled water on a regular,
daily basis is potentially dangerous. Paavo Airola wrote about the dangers of distilled water in the 1970's when it
first became a fad with the health food crowd.

Distillation is the process in which water is boiled, evaporated and the vapour condensed. Distilled water is free of
dissolved minerals and, because of this, has the special property of being able to actively absorb toxic substances
from the body and eliminate them. Studies validate the benefits of drinking distilled water when one is seeking to
cleanse or detoxify the system for short periods of time (a few weeks at a time).

Fasting using distilled water can be dangerous because of the rapid loss of electrolytes (sodium, potassium,
chloride) and trace minerals like magnesium, deficiencies of which can cause heart beat irregularities and high
blood pressure. Cooking foods in distilled water pulls the minerals out of them and lowers their nutrient value.
Distilled water is an active absorber and when it comes into contact with air, it absorbs carbon dioxide, making it
acidic. The more distilled water a person drinks, the higher the body acidity becomes.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, "Distilled water, being essentially mineral-free, is very
aggressive (acidic), in that it tends to dissolve substances with which it is in contact. Notably, carbon dioxide from
the air is rapidly absorbed, making the water acidic and even more aggressive. Many metals are dissolved by
distilled water."

REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER WISE, DISTILLED FOOLISH

Paul Bragg, Norman Walker and Herbert Shelton Times Have Changed
I bet you recognize the names of the above 3 legendary health writers of the modern natural health and raw food
movement in the early and middle 1900’s. Each of these men advocated a predominantly uncooked vegetarian diet
(though Walker allowed cheese and Bragg allowed occasional meat or fish), and each also advocated distilled
water as the only kind of water to drink.

Water research has come a long way. Reverse Osmosis water was invented by NASA and not available to some of
the pioneers in the health profession. Bragg, Walker, and Shelton are legends in health, but we now know
there is better water than distilled.

Distilled water is fine for detoxing or working to heal a serious health challenge for a limited short period of time.
To quote Dr. Zoltan Rona, who feels the same way:

"Distillation is the process in which water is boiled, evaporated and the vapor condensed. Distilled water is free of
dissolved minerals and, because of this, has the special property of being able to actively absorb toxic substances
from the body and eliminate them. Studies validate the benefits of drinking distilled water when one is seeking to
cleanse or detoxify the system for short periods of time (a few weeks at a time). Fasting using distilled water can be
dangerous because of the rapid loss of electrolytes (sodium, potassium, chloride) and trace minerals like
magnesium, deficiencies of which can cause heart beat irregularities and high blood pressure. Cooking foods in
distilled water pulls the minerals out of them and lowers their nutrient value."

Dr. Gabriel Cousens, living foods advocate who writes on page 509 of his book "Conscious Eating," "distilled
water is dead, unstructured water so foreign to the body that one actually gets a temporary high white blood cell
count in response to drinking it."

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 Plastic Identification; Recycling code
When working with plastics there is often a need to identify which particular plastic material has been used for a
given product. Most consumers recognize the types of plastics by the numerical coding system created by the
Society of the Plastics Industry in the late 1980s. There are six different types of plastic resins that are commonly
used to package household products. The identification codes listed below can be found on the bottom of most
plastic packaging.

PETE #1
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) - Soda & water containers, some waterproof packaging. Recycling PET is
similar to the polyethylenes (PE). Bottles may be color sorted and are ground up and washed. Unlike polyethylene,
PET sinks in the wash water while the plastic caps and labels are floated off. The clean flake is dried and often
repelletized. Recycled PET has many uses and well established market for this useful resin. By far, the largest
usage is in textiles. Carpet companies can often use 100% recycled resin to manufacture polyester carpets in a
variety of colors and textures. PET is also spun like cotton candy to make fiber filling for pillows, quilts and
jackets. PET can also be rolled into clear sheets or ribbon for VCR and audiocassettes. In addition a substantial
quantity goes back into the bottle market.

HDPE #2
High-Density Polyethylene - Milk, detergent & oil bottles, Toys and plastic bags. HDPE is called natural since that
is it's natural color, and it is the most valuable because it can be made into any color when it is recycled. Other
products are often packed in brightly colored bottles which are mixed together at recycling plants into mixed color
or rainbow bales. Most of this material is later dyed black after it is processed. Recycling HDPE is a pretty simple
process. The bales are broken apart and ground into small flakes. These flakes are then washed and floated to
removed and heavy (Sinkable) contaminants. This cleaned flake is then dried in a stream of hot air and may be
boxed and sold in that form. More sophisticated plastic plants may reheat these flakes, add pigment to change the
color and run the material through a pelletizer. This equipment forms little beads of plastic that can then be reused
in injection molding presses to create new products. Some end uses for recycled HDPE are plastic pipes, lumber,
flower pots, trash cans, or formed back into non food application bottles.

V Vinyl/Polyvinyl #3
Chloride (PVC) - Food wrap, vegetable oil bottles, blister packages.

LDPE Low-Density #4
Polyethylene - Many plastic bags. Shrink wrap, garment bags. It is chemically similar to HDPE but it is less dense
and more flexible. Most polyethylene film is made from LDPE which you often see as plastic bags and grocery
sacks. This scrap may be clear or pigmented and it is hand sorted and baled at recycling processing plants.
Recycling LDPE is very similar to HDPE except special grinders are used to handle the thin films. The films are
often washed and repelletized or used directly to make new products. Some end uses for recycled LDPE are plastic
trash bags and grocery sacks, plastic tubing, agricultural film, and plastic lumber.

PP Polypropylene #5
- Refrigerated containers, some bags, most bottle tops, some carpets, some food wrap.

PS Polystyrene #6
- Throwaway utensils, meat packing, protective packing.

OTHER #7
Usually layered or mixed plastic. No recycling potential - must be landfilled.
These symbols are meant to indicate the type of plastic, not its recyclability.
Types 1 and 2 are commonly recycled.
Type 4 is less commonly recycled. The other types are generally not recycled, except perhaps in small test
programs. Common plastics polycarbonate (PC) and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) do not have recycling

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numbers. Chemical engineers will say that there are many more types and uses for polymers. But most debate in
recycling focuses on these seven categories.
Uncoded Plastics
Plastic consumer goods not identified by code numbers are not usually collected. Plastic tarps, pipes, toys,
computer keyboards, and a multitude of other products simply do not fit into the numbering system that identifies
plastics used in consumer containers. There are actually thousands of different varieties of plastic resins or mixtures
of resins. These are developed to suit the needs of particular products. There is limited recycling of some of these
specific plastic products in truckload quantities from industrial sources. No one has entered the business of
collecting a variety of these plastics in small quantities.

Bottled Waters
* No government regulations, makes bottled waters quality uncertain? * Must coordinate water usage with
delivery service

* Unknown freshness? Bottled waters can harbor bacteria two weeks after being bottled

* Very expensive. 4-10x the cost, compared to owning your own water purification system!
* Inorganic, dead minerals in unpurified tap and spring waters do not get easily absorbed by the human
body and may cause kidney stones, acidic blood, hardening of the arteries, osteoporosis and brittle bones
by depleting body’s calcium.

Whole House Activated Carbon Filters

• Reduces/eliminates harmful inorganic chemicals from the water such as chlorine
• Saves money by extending the life of your water filters. Improves the taste of water
• Removes harmful chlorine while bathing and showering preventing absorption through your skin. The
absorption level during one shower/bath is the equivalent of drinking 2 liters of harmful,
unfiltered, chlorinated waters!
• Eliminates breathing the harmful chemical & chlorine vapors while showering or bathing
• Saves money and convenience by avoiding purchasing & annually replacing separate shower filters to
remove the chlorine’s
• Does not remove harmful inorganic contaminants such as nitrates, minerals, bacteria & parasites
• Great for Jacuzzis, hot tubs, swimming pools, cooking, showering, environment…

Water Softeners
Without a Water Softener * Hard water has hard minerals, calcium and magnesium
* Excess minerals/hardness in the water damages water pipes. Higher hydro bills, as it takes longer for the
hot water heater to heat up
* Damages appliances such as laundry machines, dishwashers, water heaters, shower heads…
Water Softener Advantages
* Hard minerals get trapped in the sodium. An ionic exchange takes place and the water becomes soft
* Use less electricity for water heater * Keeps the water pipes clean * Extends the life of appliances
* Extends the life of R.O. filter membranes from 2-3 years up to 4-6 years
* Saves money on soaps. I.E. laundry detergent, shampoos, dishwashing liquids by up to 30%!
* Cleaner dishes with less soap film
* Takes less than 7 days for the pipes to dissolve most of the build-up and become clean and notice softer
skin and increased soap suds
* Increases resale home values by avoiding costly plumbing and appliance repairs
* Please do not drink softened well water!

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ACIDIC AND ALKALINE FOOD GROUPS
In general acidic foods include alcohol, sugars, animal protein, dairy, carbohydrates and starches, and alkaline
foods include fruit, vegetables, sea weeds and sprouts. To get an idea as to which specific foods are acidic and
which are alkaline, please refer to the two groups below. Remember, 80% of the food we eat should be alkaline and
20% should be acidic.

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Bibliography

1. “Your Body’s Many Cries for Water” Book – www.watercure.com F. Batmanghelidj, M.D. and
health pioneer
2. “Messages of Water” by Masaru Emoto
3. “The Miracles of Fasting” Book – www.bragg.com Paul C. Bragg, M.D. and health pioneer
4. “Reverse Aging” Book – www.alkalife.com Sang Whang, engineer, scientist, inventor, and health
pioneer
5. “The Miracle of Pi-Water” Book – S. Makino, Ph.D. (translated by David Y.S. Kim, M.D. and
Kazudo Kuriyama)
6. “You Are What You Drink” Booklet –Nikken, Inc. R&D/manufacturer of leading wellness products
7. “Alive Magazine” – www.alivepublishing.com Canada’s natural health monthly magazine
8. “Healthy Living seminar” CDs: Anthony Robbins and Dr. Robert Young PhD
9. “National Geographic”
10. NSF International www.nsf.org
11. Environmental Protection Agency www.epa.gov
12. World Health Organization www.who.int

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