Water Filtration
Why My Family Needed a Water Filtration System: a True Life Experience
My family needed a water filtration system for our home. The chlorine content that the treatment facility says is “safe” makes our drinking water taste terrible. My wife went to make spaghetti and found that yellow residue was all over the bottom of the pot.
I thought she was exaggerating, but you could see the yellow dust sink to the bottom as the water heated up. She threw it out and cooked something else that night. I put off going to the store that night. It was late and I didn’t think that the need for a water filtration system was that severe. I definitely thought it was safe for the dogs.
I went ahead and filled up their bowls and went to bed. During our morning walk, much to my dismay I found that all three of them had developed diarrhea and there was a distinctly yellow color to it, so it was pretty easy to identify the problem.
So, I went to the store and bought that water filtration system that screws on to the kitchen faucet. After a couple of days, it started leaking. I’m pretty handy, so I know that I installed the thing correctly. By the end of the week, water was spraying everywhere whenever we tried to use it. The dogs had gotten better, so we decided to give them bottled until I could do a little research and find a better quality water filtration system.
In the meantime, my daughter’s asthma got worse. She would have several attacks every day, but only at home. During an after hours visit to her pediatrician, I read in a health magazine that chlorine vapors trigger asthma attacks and that the effects are worst in the bathroom during a shower, but that the vapor can linger in the house throughout the day. This added to my dilemma. I didn’t even know that there was such a thing as a shower head water filtration system.
Through the internet, I found performance comparison charts and learned about things like certifications for the in home water filtration system. It’s purely voluntary, but companies can have their products evaluate by independent laboratories and post the results.
I also learned that in addition to chlorine, there are thousands of other chemicals to worry about, along with things like cysts. I had to look it up. It refers to the “oocyst” stage of microscopic organisms. During that stage, they are resistant to even chlorine disinfection. So, the stuff that was making my daughter and my dogs sick wasn’t even protecting us from parasites or bacterial infections.
I found that there was a water filtration system for the whole house that could better protect my family’s health. Since my wife and daughter both like to take baths, rather than showers, I thought it was a good investment.
Just wanted to share my story, in case you need a water filtration system, remember to do a little research first. There are really good ones and really bad ones, so you really have to be careful.
About the Author
Author Steve Waters is passionate about our water supply. See which drinking water filtration system is the only one he recommends after extensive research at http://www.BestH2oFilter.com
Whole House Water Filtration Overview
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GE SmartWater GXULQ Full Flow Water Filtration System $54.99 |
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Brita Green Grand Pitcher Water Filtration System 35378 $32.00 |
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GE Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System Water Filter $99.00 |
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TRIPLE BIG BLUE 20” WATER FILTER SYSTEM 1″ Sediment/Carbon block/KDF55-GAC $255.55 |
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3MFiltrete Professional Faucet Water Filtration System $65.99 |
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Polar Hot/Rm/Cold Countertop Water Dispenser and Filtration System combo $58.31 |
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Kohler K-18865 Double Handle Single Hole Kitchen Faucet w/ Cold Water Filtration $149.00 |
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Zuvo Aluminum Under Counter Water Filtration System ZPS133 $207.99 |
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New Kenmore Refrigerator Water Filtration Cartridge 469911 Filter $10.55 |
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Pur Water Filtration System Model FM4100B(New!) $34.99 |
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Pur Three Stage Water Filtration System (Set of 2) 1653-1568 $29.99 |
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Aquverse 7PH Super High-Capacity Bottleless Water Cooler Filtration System Inc. $545.99 |
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TRIPLE BIG BLUE 20″ WATER FILTER SYSTEM 1″ WITH FILTERS $227.05 |
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GE GXRM10RBL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER WATER FILTER FILTRATION SYSTEM $89.00 |
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BIG BLUE WATER FILTER MIXED BED DI 4.5 X 20″ $56.52 |
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New Maxam® Polished Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filtration System, MSRP $96 $46.95 |
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Stainless Steel Countertop Dual Stage Water Filtration System $81.50 |
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Ultimate Filtration System 3 stage KDF whole house water filter sediment, carbon $219.00 |
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New WATTS Whole House REVERSE OSMOSIS Water Filtration TREATMENT Pool CAR WASH $999.95 |
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*** NEW Water Filtration System Zuvo With Moorea Beverage Faucet $149.99 |
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NEW Designer Single Hole & Handle Water Filtration Faucet w/ Black Nickel Finish $79.99 |
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FAUCET MOUNT 3-STAGE DRINKING WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM $99.99 |
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MULTI-PURE Reverse Osmosis + WATER FILTRATION System – MP750 Plus RO – NEW! $550.00 |
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REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FILTRATION EUROPEAN DESIGN FAUCET $34.95 |
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Kingston Brass Water Onyx Black Nickel finish Water Filtration Faucet $78.57 |
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Kingston Brass Water Onyx Black Nickel finish Water Filtration Faucet $78.57 |
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PUR water filtration system/refills $24.00 |
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PUR Water Filtration System Faucet Mount w/ 3 Stage Filter NEW!!!! $12.50 |
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InSinkErator Hot Water Dispenser Filtration System $39.99 |
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Culligan Drinking Water Filtration System US600 $33.99 |
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2 BIG BLUE WATER FILTER SEDIMENT/CARBON BLOCK 4.5 X 10″ $61.50 |
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United Standard Hydro Quad water softner filtration, commercial or home $300.00 |
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PUR Water Filtration System – Chrome – NEW $1.04 |
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BRAND NEW!! PUR Water Filtration System 18 Cup Dispenser $30.00 |
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Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filtration System $57.90 |
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Water Filtration Reverse Osmosis System Kit -The 5-stage at home!!! Wow!!! $139.99 |
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IRON CURTAIN water filtration system $200.00 |
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GE GXRM10RBL REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM NEW $112.00 |
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Water Filtration System by Ultra Pura Precision-RO Compact Reverse Osmosis Unit $1.00 |
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Everpure CTS-H54 Countertop Water Filtration System NEW $15.50 |
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NIB HALO 5 Stage Whole House Water FILTRATION SYSTEM Conditioning POOL Spa $1,395.00 |
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Well Water ~ Complete Filtration ~ Removes Hardness ~ Iron ~ Sulfur & More! $1,499.95 |
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Aqua-Clear Well H2O™ Digital Well Water Filtration System – Complete System!!!! $1,559.95 |
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WATTS PREMIER WP 5-50 REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM 5 STAGE 3 GALLON $150.00 |
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Aqua-Clear Well H2O™ Digital Well Water Filtration System – Complete System!!!! $1,559.95 |
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Well Water ~ Complete Filtration ~ Removes Hardness ~ Iron ~ Sulfur & More! $1,499.95 |
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WateRx WH5 Whole House Water Filtration System $599.00 |
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WateRx WH10 Whole House Water Filtration System $999.00 |
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PUR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM FM-3400 3 STAGE FILTER WHITE $41.39 |
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PUR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM FM-3333 2 STAGE FILTER WHITE $41.39 |
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Kohler Wellspring Beverage Faucet w/ Aquifer Water Filtration System – 6665-F-CP $150.00 |
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Everpure H-300 Water Filtration Replacement Cartridge Fits H-300 Water System $10.50 |
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KOHLER CARAFE FILTERED WATER FAUCET STAINLESS K18865 & AQUIFER FILTRATION SYSTEM $609.99 |
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PUR Water Filtration System Pitcher Refill, Model CRF950Z 4 ea $25.99 |
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AQUVERSE 7PH SUPER HIGH CAPACITY BOTTLELESS WATER COOLER + FILTRATION + EXTRAS $549.95 |
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Pur Water Filtration System White Faucet Mount with 2 Filters Mineral Clear $19.99 |
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GREENWAY FILTRATION SYSTEM FOR WATER DISPENSERS – ELIMINATE NEED FOR BOTTLES $59.95 |
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Brand NEW Faucet for water filtration system by GE $14.99 |
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GE SMART WATER – GXWH08C HOUSEHOLD FILTRATION SYSTEM – NEW IN BOX $12.50 |
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PUR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM CALSSIC CLEAR FM-3333B 2 STAGE FILTER WHITE 1-CLICK $44.99 |
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Shower Filter Filtration – Aquasana Pure Shower System by Sun Water Systems $36.00 |
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75 GPD PURENEX RESIDENTIAL 5 STAGE REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM SET. $49.99 |
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100 GPD PURENEX RESIDENTIAL 5 STAGE REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM SET $54.99 |
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Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filtration System $52.29 |
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Stainless Steel Countertop Dual Stage Drinking Water / Water Filtration $78.89 |
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35507 Classic Water Filtration Pitcher $36.29 |
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FREE SHIPPING!!! PUR Water Filtration System 7Cup PitcherModel CR6000 1 ea $21.00 |
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Ge Smart Water #GXWH08C Household Filtration System (New) $23.36 |
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Water Softener Fleck 5600 Digital 32K Free Shipping Whole House Filtration New $574.20 |
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GREENSAND REPLACEMENT WATER FILTER MEDIA WHOLE HOUSE FILTRATION SYSTEMS $85.00 |
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Whole House Sediment Water Filtration Filter Well/ City $468.50 |
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BRAND NEW PUR WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM FAUCET SYSTEM 2 STAGE FILTER FM-3333 $29.95 |
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Water Filtration System Zuvo With Moorea Beverage Faucet $248.00 |
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Everpure i4000² Water Filtration Cartridge $87.88 |
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NEW WATTS UNDER COUNTER DRINKING WATER FILTRATION FILTER SYSTEM SINGLE STAGE $109.99 |
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Brita Water Filtration System, Complete with 10 Cup Vintage Pitcher 1 ea $34.99 |
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KLEEN PLUS CHEMICAL LEAD WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM SY-5197 $160.00 |
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Hansgrohe 04301000 Chrome Talis S Cold Only Beverage Faucet Water Filtration $156.00 |
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Well Water ~ Complete Filtration ~ Removes Hardness ~ Iron ~ Sulfur & More! $1,499.95 |
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Aqua-Clear Well H2O™ Digital Well Water Filtration System – Complete System!!!! $1,559.95 |
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Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration Unit Complete Kit $248.99 |
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Brita Space Saver Water Filtration Pitcher 42364(35250-4) $24.31 |
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Watts Premier Five-Stage Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System 500057 $203.99 |
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Brita Everyday Pitcher Water Filtration System 35509 $24.00 |
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Brita Bottle Water Filtration System Two-Pack, Violet & Dark Blue 2 ea $18.99 |
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TRIPLE BIG BLUE 20” WATER FILTER SYSTEM 1″ Sediment/Carbon block/KDF85-GAC $255.55 |
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Water Home Filtration System $250.00 |
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Reverse Osmosis 5 STAGE 50 GPD Water Filtration System $85.00 |
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Greenway® Filtration System for Water Dispensors $62.60 |
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Well Water ~ Complete Filtration ~ Removes Hardness ~ Iron ~ Sulfur & More! $1,499.95 |
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Aqua-Clear Well H2O™ Digital Well Water Filtration System – Complete System!!!! $1,559.95 |
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KB RESTORATION WATER FILTRATION FAUCET, PB – KS7192AL $84.47 |
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KB VICTORIAN WATER FILTRATION FAUCET, PC – KS7191PL $64.97 |
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Plus One Shower Water Carbon Filtration 14035 $45.00 |
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Brita Bottle Water Filtration System, Violet 1 ea $9.99 |
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Culligan EZ-Change RV Drinking Water Filtration System Level 1 RV-EZ-1 NEW $56.99 |
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Everpure CG5-20S 20″ Water Filtration Cartridge $34.88 |
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GE Profile Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System $149.99 |
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Maytag Entire Home Water Filtration System MWF410CAWS $599.00 |
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Vitasalus Pure Master V-300 whole house home water filter filtration system $495.00 |
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Culligan FM-15RA Level 3 Faucet Filter Replacement Cartridge $9.05 … |
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Whirlpool PUR Side by Side Refrigerator Push Button Cyst Reducing Water Filter … |
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PUR 2 Stage Water Pitcher Replacement Filter … |
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Pondless Waterfall Construction $25.28 Learn to create a disappearing waterfall and stream using the Aquascape Designs’ Snorkel Vault and Centipede Module…. |
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GE MWF Refrigerator Water Filter, 1-Pack $28.75 GE’s NSF-certified MWF replacement refrigerator water filterâpart of the company’s SmartWater filtration seriesâis the improved version of the GWF model, providing you and your loved ones cleaner, healthier, and better-tasting drinking water at home. By reducing contaminants like mercury, toxaphene, p-dichlorobenzene, carbofuran, alachlor, benzene, lead, cryptosporidium, and … |
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Maytag UKF8001 Pur Refrigerator Cyst Water Filter 1-Pack $27.00 Make sure the water and ice from your Maytag or Jenn-Air refrigerator is as clean and fresh tasting as possible by replacing its water filter. This Maytag Puriclean II refrigerator water filter is used in Maytag and Jenn-Air refrigerators with filter access inside the refrigerator. It’s NSF-certified to reduce cysts, particulates (Class I), lead, mercury, and more. (The contaminants or ot… |
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Whirlpool 4396841 PUR Push Button Side-by-Side Refrigerator Water Filter, 1-Pack $29.98 Make sure the water and ice from your refrigerator is as clean and fresh tasting as possible by replacing its water filter. This Whirlpool PuR water filter is used in Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Amana, and JennAir side-by-side refrigerators with filter access in the base grille. It’s NSF-certified to reduce cysts, particulates (class I), lead, mercury, and more. (The contaminants or ot… |
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The Girl with the Curl $1.99 … |
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The Colony $12.99 What would you do in the wake of a global catastrophe? How would you find food, water or shelter? The Colony is a controlled experiment to see exactly what it would take to survive and rebuild under these circumstances. For ten weeks, a group of ten volunteers, whose backgrounds and expertise represent a cross-section of modern society, are isolated in an urban environment outside of Los Angeles -… |
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