1. < MAC & Bronchiectasis

I'm curious about the life staw

Posted by Tina Sims @tinaesims, Aug 9, 2023

I've been trying to find information on the life straw and pitcher. I'm just curious about members that use the products and what your experience is.

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the MAC & Bronchiectasis Support Group.

scoop | @scoop | Aug 10, 2023
In reply to @bluesplashgirl "I use the LifeStraw water bottle exclusively with my tested RO water." + (show)
@bluesplashgirl

I use the LifeStraw water bottle exclusively with my tested RO water.

Jump to this post

RO water? reverse osmosis?

REPLY
1 reply
BlueSplashGirl/ Carolyn | @bluesplashgirl | Aug 10, 2023
In reply to @scoop "RO water? reverse osmosis?" + (show)
@scoop

RO water? reverse osmosis?

Jump to this post

Yes. Also had it tested for MAC and it passed

REPLY
Tina Sims | @tinaesims | Aug 10, 2023

I ordered the glass 7 cup pitcher. Thanks for all your help!

REPLY
northland | @northland | Aug 10, 2023
In reply to @scoop "@irenea8 and @nana43 When I asked Life Straw if their most filtered water was safe for..." + (show)
@scoop

@irenea8 and @nana43 When I asked Life Straw if their most filtered water was safe for rinsing nasals, in other words, is it the same as boiled water, they replied as quoted below. They did not really answer the question, other than to say, it's not the same as boiled water! According to their answer, it sounds a little better than boiled water....? Maybe those who have researched this more will weigh in.

"LifeStraws are not quite the same thing as boiled water.

Boiling water will kill all the pathogens in your water: viruses, bacteria, parasites, cysts, etc. Boiling water does not always eliminate chemicals and heavy metals in the water. It does not address microplastics or debris in the water.

We have a couple of kinds of filters and purifiers that do different things:
Filters: these remove bacteria, parasites, cysts, microplastics and cloudiness / turbidity. They do not remove viruses and chemicals/heavy metals.
Filters with activated carbon: in addition to filtration capabilities, they also help reduce and remove chemicals and heavy metals.
Purifiers: these remove viruses, bacteria, parasites, cysts, microplastics and cloudiness / turbidity."

Jump to this post

Activated carbon filters HOLD NTM, be careful with these.

REPLY
northland | @northland | Aug 10, 2023
In reply to @scoop "@northland What brand of hot water pot do you have?" + (show)
@scoop

@northland What brand of hot water pot do you have?

Jump to this post

A cheaper one...Chefman electric kettle, with a glass pitcher. https://chefman.com/collections/glass-kettles/products/1-7-liter-easy-fill-electric-kettle
If I feel uncomfortable that it didn't boil long enough, it's suppose to be 7 minutes, I just boil it again. But Dr. Faulkinham says that technically, it should kill the NTM even with a shorter boil, I think because it goes to a higher temp than just boiling.

REPLY
1 reply
scoop | @scoop | Aug 10, 2023
In reply to @northland "A cheaper one...Chefman electric kettle, with a glass pitcher. https://chefman.com/collections/glass-kettles/products/1-7-liter-easy-fill-electric-kettle If I feel uncomfortable that it..." + (show)
@northland

A cheaper one...Chefman electric kettle, with a glass pitcher. https://chefman.com/collections/glass-kettles/products/1-7-liter-easy-fill-electric-kettle
If I feel uncomfortable that it didn't boil long enough, it's suppose to be 7 minutes, I just boil it again. But Dr. Faulkinham says that technically, it should kill the NTM even with a shorter boil, I think because it goes to a higher temp than just boiling.

Jump to this post

My Chefman came from Costco on sale, slightly different, but I hit the boil again button also. Saved me $ as I almost bought a Zwelling...Wish I knew which model Dr. F used in his lab!

REPLY
1 reply
kathyhg | @kathyhg | Aug 11, 2023
In reply to @northland "Life straw is great, I have a 7 cup pitcher, I have the lifestraw go, but..." + (show)
@northland

Life straw is great, I have a 7 cup pitcher, I have the lifestraw go, but prefer the 24 oz lifestraw stainless steel, it seems to be better with keeping the water in when tipped over and rolling around in the back seat of my car for awhile. If I'm gone for a few days I also bring boiled water in stainless 64 oz. containers. I find I am using less of the pitcher as I now have a hot water pot I use now instead of boiling water in a pot on the stove. It cooks faster, recommended by Dr. Faulkinham, less steam and there's plenty of water there for me to last. Good luck on finding your fit!

Jump to this post

What do you mean by hot water pot? Also, what brand do you use? Does Dr. Falkingham recommend any one in particular?

REPLY
kathyhg | @kathyhg | Aug 11, 2023
In reply to @scoop "My Chefman came from Costco on sale, slightly different, but I hit the boil again button..." + (show)
@scoop

My Chefman came from Costco on sale, slightly different, but I hit the boil again button also. Saved me $ as I almost bought a Zwelling...Wish I knew which model Dr. F used in his lab!

Jump to this post

Does this (Chefman) boil the water for 10+ minutes? So many seem to shut off once they come to a boil.

I’m using a stainless steel pot on the stove to boil my equipment for 10 minutes and an electric one would be handy to have so this really interests me.

Thanks,

REPLY
2 replies
kwi | @kwi | Aug 11, 2023
In reply to @kathyhg "Does this (Chefman) boil the water for 10+ minutes? So many seem to shut off once..." + (show)
@kathyhg

Does this (Chefman) boil the water for 10+ minutes? So many seem to shut off once they come to a boil.

I’m using a stainless steel pot on the stove to boil my equipment for 10 minutes and an electric one would be handy to have so this really interests me.

Thanks,

Jump to this post

A friend in a support group recommended this electric pot to me for boiling my nebulizer, etc. it is a ramen cooker, has a wide opening, no timer. I fill it up, bring to a boil, drop in my things and set my own timer for 10 minutes. It has worked great for me.
https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Multifunctional-Shabu-Shabu-Over-Heating-Protection/dp/B087JLWDBB/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?crid=3TSETYL3TA9KN&keywords=ramen+pot+electric&qid=1691759506&sprefix=ramen+pot%2Caps%2C174&sr=8-8

REPLY
scoop | @scoop | Aug 11, 2023
In reply to @kathyhg "Does this (Chefman) boil the water for 10+ minutes? So many seem to shut off once..." + (show)
@kathyhg

Does this (Chefman) boil the water for 10+ minutes? So many seem to shut off once they come to a boil.

I’m using a stainless steel pot on the stove to boil my equipment for 10 minutes and an electric one would be handy to have so this really interests me.

Thanks,

Jump to this post

No, unfortunately. It comes to a boil then beeps. I can "steep" for 5 minutes, which might be around 212 degrees. I often push the button throughout the morning to keeping it boiling. I use this water for rinsing my nose. Sterilizing equipment on the stove is pretty convenient when around a stove!

REPLY
View MoreView Less
Please sign in or register to post a reply.