Is this backed up by chemistry or is it a scam?

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The discussion centers around the validity of various claims made by a seller regarding additional components for a reverse osmosis water filter system. Participants are exploring whether these components, such as far infrared balls and tourmaline ceramic balls, have any scientific backing in chemistry and if they genuinely enhance the quality of drinking water.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the legitimacy of the seller's claims regarding the health benefits of various ceramic and mineral balls used in conjunction with reverse osmosis systems.
  • Another participant asserts that the claims made about these additional components are nonsensical and suggests seeking a more reputable source for water purification systems.
  • A later reply emphasizes that reverse osmosis itself is a scientifically validated method for water purification, but raises concerns about the necessity and credibility of the additional products being offered.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that reverse osmosis is a credible method for water purification, but there is disagreement regarding the efficacy and scientific support for the additional components proposed by the seller.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights a lack of consensus on the benefits of the additional components, with some participants expressing skepticism about their claims while others focus on the established credibility of reverse osmosis.

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Hey guys, not sure if this is the right place for it, but hoping someone can share some chemistry insights on this.

I am about to buy some reverse osmosis water filter for my home. Is this a scam?
Hey guys, not sure if this is the right place for it, but hoping someone can share some chemistry insights on this.

I am about to buy some reverse osmosis water filter for my home. However the seller is trying to sell me;

Far infrared balls, Mai fan balls, Tourmaline ceramic balls, Alkaline ceramic balls, Orp and magnesium balls, Volcanic rock ball, Antibacterial ceramic ball, Germanium stone balls, Radium stone ball, Muy stone ball, Dechlorination ceramic balls

They are selling me those things, stating that it will improve certain aspects of the water, making it “healthier” for me to drink. Are those things actually backed up by chemistry and do they provide any benefits to the water I drink?

Thank you for your time
 
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@abudif1997 -- it is indeed nonsense, and we don't discuss nonsense at PF. Please find a more reputable place to purchase your system. Thread will remain closed.
 
Note: as opposed to other things you mention, reverse osmosis is a well established, scientifically backed up method of water purification. Whether you really need it, and whether you should buy it from a scammer, is another thing.
 
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