Dear Customers,

Please note that we have gathered this information about chemicals from different sources on the internet.
Our intention for sharing this with you is to give you a glimpse of why we think people should switch from toxic chemicals to a natural spa enzyme alternative. We encourage you to do further research on your own to deepen your understanding of spa enzyme cleaners and to verify these statements. If you have any questions regarding our all natural enzyme spa treatment and hot tub enzyme treatment (Clear Choice products), we would be happy to answer any questions you may have.

​What is an enzyme?

The decay of wood and leaves within a forest is caused by the production of enzymes from bacteria.  Alcohol fermentation is probably the oldest known enzyme reaction in our society.
Common day industrial uses of enzymes cover a variety of applications from clarifying apple juice and aiding in digestion to improving the quality of baked goods and improving overall health.

Without enzymes, no biological activity would occur.  Enzymes are too small to be seen, even through powerful microscopes.  They move our muscles, stimulate our nerves, make our heart beat, keep us breathing and allow us to think and respond.  Our bodies cannot exist without enzymes.

​​What is Chlorine?

Residing at number 17 on the Periodic Table of the Elements, chlorine is a toxic, yellow-green gas that’s one of today’s most heavily used chemical agents.

As consumers, we’re most familiar with chlorine’s role a a bleaching agent for paper and as an ingredient in household cleaners.  Chlorine is so common that it is sold in nearly every supermarket in this country.  However, the evidence scientists have gathered seems to tell us that it shouldn’t be.  Far from being America’s household helper and industry’s best chemical friend, chlorine is something we really should stop using.

Some effects of chlorine exposure in hot tubs, spas and swimming pools.

​When chlorine enters the body as a result of breathing, swallowing, or skin contact, it reacts with water to produce acids.  The acids are corrosive and damage cells in the body on contact.

Inhalation of chlorine gas can cause difficulty in breathing, chest pains, cough, eye irritation, increased heartbeat, and rapid breathing.

​Perhaps the most significant of the dangers of chlorine in spas relates to the association between the chemical and cancer.  Some studies indicate that there is an association between absorption of chlorine through the skin and certain kinds of cancers.  Because the water in spas is maintained at such high temperatures, it is believed that there is an increased likelihood of chlorine absorption through the pores and from the gassing off the lungs in this type of an environment.

Younger swimmers are more susceptible to the effects of chlorine because their bodies absorb it more readily than adults.  More chlorine ends up in the blood of children than older swimmers.  Children who frequently visit indoor poos have a greater likelihood of developing asthma.

​You could develop skin issues such as rashes and eczema from long term exposure to these chemicals.  Chlorine not only wipes out bad bacteria that can harm us but also kills the good bacteria which our bodies reply on for good health.  Chlorine can destroy most of our intestinal flora which is the good bacteria that helps with our digestion and also the interfere with the production of certain vitamins we need to be healthy.

There have been reports that chlorine can destroy much of the needed protein within the body. Short term, this can lead to dry, itchy skin. Continued depletion can lead to very dry skin or eczema. It has been studied that chlorine could promote the generation of free radicals within the body, specifically the skin. Free radicals have been shown to cause cancer, as has chlorine. Most anti-aging products contain antioxidants to help fight and kill free radicals within the skin as they have been shown to result in premature again such as fine lines in the skin. Free radicals increase the toxicity, which can also aid in general skin irritations such as acne and rashes. Studies showed chlorinated water to promote the aging process, similar to the effects of extended exposure to the sun.

​Most anti-aging products contain antioxidants to help fight and kill free radicals within the skin as they have been shown to result in premature again such as fine lines in the skin.  Free radicals increase the toxicity, which can also aid in general skin irritations such as acne and rashes. Freedrinkingwater.com reports studies showed chlorinated water to promote the aging process, similar to the effects of extended exposure to the sun.

Some people choose bromine as an alternative to chlorine.  Even though bromine is still a chemical additive, it does not have the same harsh smell as chlorine and is easier to use.  However, this substance is not without it own risk being a chemical that kills bacteria.

​Reaction of chlorine with keratin results in creation of water-soluble chemicals and weakens chemical bonds between fibers forming hair shafts.  Also chlorine can get between the hair fibers.  As the crystallization process develops inside the hair, the chlorine crystals can separate the hair fibers disrupting structural integrity of hair shafts.  Once the bonds are broken, the hair becomes weak and the ends of the hairs split.  Chlorine salt crystallization process may also affect the hair cuticle.  The cuticle is an outer layer of very hard, dead cells over the hair surface.  If the chlorine gets between the scales it could push up the scales; therefore, making it rough and prone to damage or breakage.  These flaked cuticles reflect light poorly and so the hair fiber looks dull, dry and may feel rough when touched.

​Visit the link below to learn even more about the health risks of using chemicals to clean your water:

www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/toxic-chemical-health-dangers-chlorine/

Hot Tub and Spa Enzyme Cleaner

We believe that Clear Choice enzymes are the best hot tub enzymes on the market. Enzyme spa water treatment and natural enzymes for hot tubs are the best way to avoid chemicals and stay healthy. Enjoy!