- Apr 26, 2009
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A customer of mine who's quite large and has very high BP was looking at an SWCG - until he saw this.
I've never heard of problems with SWCGs (although part of the reasoning makes sense). I tried google to no avail (or at least anything relevant).
Also searched the forums and nothing.
Thoughts and opinions?
- Jeff
"Health and Environmental Concerns
# Human skin that is exposed to saltwater systems will absorb sodium, salt and chlorine. Sodium absorption through the skin has been associated with health concerns and higher heart mortality risks, especially among those with high blood pressure, circulatory issues and a history of stroke. Concerns that saltwater systems damage the environment have led to "Ban the Brine" movements, resulting in their use being discontinued in some areas, including Los Angeles County, California.
Read more: Saltwater Pool Problems | eHow.co.uk http://www.ehow.co.uk/about_6117879_sal ... z0yQubOZmO"
I've never heard of problems with SWCGs (although part of the reasoning makes sense). I tried google to no avail (or at least anything relevant).
Also searched the forums and nothing.
Thoughts and opinions?
- Jeff
"Health and Environmental Concerns
# Human skin that is exposed to saltwater systems will absorb sodium, salt and chlorine. Sodium absorption through the skin has been associated with health concerns and higher heart mortality risks, especially among those with high blood pressure, circulatory issues and a history of stroke. Concerns that saltwater systems damage the environment have led to "Ban the Brine" movements, resulting in their use being discontinued in some areas, including Los Angeles County, California.
Read more: Saltwater Pool Problems | eHow.co.uk http://www.ehow.co.uk/about_6117879_sal ... z0yQubOZmO"