Thinking of getting a water softener

rdhetrick wrote:

MTPockets1 wrote:

dbbls wrote:
I considered a softener but i am on a restricted salt diet. Doctor said not to get one.

. There is no salt effect in a water softener. Salt is used as the chemical agent which releases the hard minerals collected during use. After regenerating with salt, any salt residue is rinsed and gone=no salt. Doctor needs to stick to the no salt part which he is qualified, but the softener doesn't contain salt except while regenerating. Don't use water until regen is complete.

Perhaps you should stick to commenting on what you are qualified to answer. Water softeners do in fact add a small amount of sodium during operation - it is this ion exchange that makes them work. During operation, the resin captures a calcium or magnesium ion and releases a sodium ion. During the regeneration process, it swaps back the captured calcium/magnesium ion with a sodium ion.

Granted, it is a small amount, but depending on the extent a person is trying to limit salt intake, it might be significant.

Mayo Clinic FAQ

. I think this supports what I said, using the words insignificant is doctor talk. Doctors are best at covering their butts, proper use and regeneration and the salt is all washed away.