For Nitrates we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Erectile Dysfunction, Factory Farms, Medical and Pool and Spa.

Nitrates (Erectile Dysfunction)

Drugs used to treat heart disease.

Nitrates (Factory Farms)

Chemicals made up of oxygen, nitrogen and other elements. When chemicals containing nitrogen (for example, ammonia) combine with water, nitrates are usually formed, and these nitrates can cause serious illness or even death if large amounts are consumed. Nitrate poisoning is usually caused by drinking water contaminated with nitrates. The primary sources of nitrate pollution are human waste and manure, especially runoff from factory farms. Processed meat also often contains nitrates, which are used to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and to enhance the color. Eating meat that has been treated with nitrates may cause health problems including cancer, migraines, high cholesterol and hyperactivity.

Nitrates (Medical)

A group of drugs that widen blood vessels; used to treat insufficient blood supply to the heart (angina pectoris) and reduced pumping efficiency of the heart (heart failure)

Nitrates (Pool and Spa)

A vital nutrient for algae that can stimulate growth and lead to higher consumption of chlorine. The presence of nitrates in swimming pool water is undesirable. especially at levels above 10-25 PPM. Nitrates can find their way into swimming pool water from: well water contaminated by agricultural runoff, decaying plant matter, urine, sweat, fertilizers, acid rain, wind-blown matter, bird droppings and contamination with ground runoff. While it is possible to remove nitrates with ion-exchange resins, it may not be a cost effective method. Replacement of all or part of the pool water is the most common method of removal. Click here for some ordering information about Nitrate Test Kits.

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