**PLEASE be warned when purchasing a Fitbit Aria scale!** It becomes defective and Fitbit refuses to take responsibility.

The company does not stand by their defective scales. If their scale decides to be defective after the 1 year warrantee they do not offer any solutions to the problem. No fix, repair, or replacement. They tell you "Sorry, there is nothing we can do."  Please see the photos of the customer service transcription telling me their item IS defective yet there is nothing they will do because it is "outside of the 1 year warrantee".

There is a forum thread in their online community that is 21 pages long of people with this same issue, yet they still refuse to take responsibility for it.

I purchased this scale in 2014 and hardly used it. By hardly used it, I mean that I hardly ever used it. I purchased a Salter scale years before this one that was far more accurate, by the way. The Fitbit Aria was always at least 7-10lbs off and the measurement varied every single time anyone weighed themselves. This left me using the Salter every time I weighed myself, which was every morning for about two years. The only time I used the Aria was when I wanted to log my weight in the app which was maybe bi-monthly for about a year. I ended up getting an Apple watch and no longer used the Fitbit. From that point on the Aria was used maybe a few times a year. The scale had VERY LITTLE USE. I wouldn't be as upset if it had actually taken a beating and/or been a workhorse.

Fast forward to yesterday (June 2018) and I decide to weigh myself on my very expensive Aria so I can keep a visual of my weight because I'm starting a workout program in hopes to 'tighten up' a bit. Well, that's a no-go! I get "measuring">"step off">"thinking">Err" every single time! So naturally I refer to Dr. Google to see if there is something I can fix. I land on Fitbit's 21 page community thread about this exact issue and follow the recommended advice; remove batteries, wait 15 sec, etc - which mind you worked for no one in this thread. It didn't help, still the same "err" message.

I decide to start a live chat, as mentioned above, and I am informed that they won't help me because I'm out of my one year warrantee and they don't offer to repair/fix this defect within their item. So here I am with a $129 dollar decoration piece. Because it's defective it. Because the company refuses to take responsibility for their defective item. Because I was stupid enough to buy it.

One could argue that I could have chosen to use it heavily for the years I owned it so I shouldn't complain. Either way a company should recognize a common defect with their item and at least offer to repair it. And if I pay $129 for a scale I do expect it to LAST and be good QUALITY. I mean sheesh, I paid $39 for the Salter weight/water/body fat scale that has taken a whooping and is still going strong after 7+ years. How could I not expect to spend $129 and get a better longer lasting product?

To recap:
-I purchased a Fitbit Aria scale in 2014
-It was HARDLY used (proof was seen by CS rep in my account)
-In 2019 I'm told by a CS rep my scale is now defective (it did work for 3+ years)
-Fitbit refuses to offer even a fix/repair for it
-I have to throw it out - goody bye $129

Please consider your purchasing options wisely, don't throw your money away like I did. I had to leave this review because if I had know 5 years down the road the scale would become defective I would have never purchased it. I don't think anyone buys a scale to use for just a few years, usually it's for a lifestyle change and will be used for many years to come. Not the Aria, get all your exercise and dieting in within 4-5 years before the defects happen. And make sure you don't decide after 4 years to start a new exercise program and have the Aria log your weight...cuz it will be defective at that point and Fitbit doesn't care.


Update June 2021

My original review is below. I can't believe Ive been shaving with this for a year already! I was prepared for it to be disposable since the whole thing cost less than genuine Norelco Replacement blades. But I'm still on my original set and they still cut good.

Some things I've seen in the last year I don't like:

A piece fell off the back of the shaver head. It is cosmetic only as it doesn't affect the hair collection. It's just annoying that it did. But replacement heads that are only about $15 will fix that issue.

Another thing I don't like is how little hair can be stored before it needs to be emptied. I have to empty it after everu shave or it doesn't collect any more and it just gets all over me. Sometimes if it's been a day or two I have to empty it during the shave.

Those are minor issues and since it has worked so good and still cuts well a year later, I wish I could give it another star. Seriously don't worry about if it's a decent product. It is!

Original Review June 2020
Ever since I started shaving around 35 years ago, I've been using Norelco Shavers. The last several I've bought were Waterproof and came with systems to automatically charge and clean my razor. I didn't think I could get any better than that. The reality is they didn't work so well. My first auto clean razor didn't last even a year. The mechinism part that does the cleaning broke. So I bought a different one here on Amazon. While it does still clean and charge my razor, the price of the replacement heads have been getting more and more expensive. Currently their replacement heads are nearly $60. I tried some sold here in Amazon thay are obviously after market heads. While they are sharp they don't hold the heads in place right so they end up snagging your hair. That is the state I found myself in. Pay $60 for genuine Norelco heads for my razor that's now 5 years old or try something else. I found this razor for just over $40. I was skeptical as I've been conditioned to belive that one has to spend $200+ on a razor if you want it to work. But at only $40 it's about the price of the cheap replacement blades and I figured it couldnt be worse than those.

So here's what I think of this new razor!

I love the shape. At first glance it seemed weird. But I had already been holding my Norelco this way instead of using the handle which isn't very ergonomic.

The shave is awesome! I haven't had a shave this close in years. And since the heads are actually smaller in diameter they even reach right up to my nose which the Norelco really struggled to do.

I like it that this one is also Waterproof so I can wash it under the faucet.

Some concerns I have:

The charging cable is a very tight fit. And since the razor is so light compared to my Norelco, I was genuinely afraid I was going to break it when I plugged it in to shave. It did finally go in and on the plus side, I can charge it anywhere since it uses a standard USB plug.

As I mentioned it is very light. Much lighter than a Norelco. Does that mean it's cheap and will break soon? I don't know. So far it's a champ. If it breaks soon, I'll be back here to post an update.

This model has a built in led light. It's supposed to make it where you can shave in the dark. First, I don't generally shave in the dark. Second, I don't think they give enough light to make a difference. It would be better if that energy was saved so the shaver could go longer in between charges.

This shaver comes with more attachments than any I've ever seen. Honestly I won't be using most of them.

Some of these are advertised as head Shavers for those who prefer to go bald. While I'm sure it would work great for that, don't worry if you want to only shave your face. It works great as a face shaver.

In sum up, I can't believe I was able to be shaved so well by a razor that is so inexpensive. Even if it only lasts 6 months, and I have to buy a new one, it's less expensive than Norelco. I think I'm done with the big name brand. I know their razors don't cost so much to make. So I'm tired of making them rich and having to shave with dull blades too long since I cannot afford to drop $60 every 6 months.

I'd buy this again and I'll reccomend it to friends!


Let me note up front that I don't have a bald head, and I won't be testing this for bald head shaving. I'm testing it as a shaver for the face.

Like many of you who are reading this, I've used rotary blade cordless shavers for decades--mostly Norelco. These always feature three floating heads. I've always thought there must be something magical about three heads because that's what everyone presents :-)

I've tried shavers like this with 5, 6, even 7 heads. Now we have one with 8 heads. Crazy. What's crazier is that the basic shver isn't changing--just the cutting head attachment. That means that there isn't a more powerful motor turning all those heads, and there isn't more torque. And in turn, that means that each head has less power to cut through difficult beard/hair. It feels very much like a marketing idea (look! more heads!) and not one well thought on in terms of performance.

And I can tell you--haveing used all these different variants with differing numbers of heads--that the eight head model is certainly not any better than the 5 head model. And neither is actually as good as my entry level Norelco 3-headed model for shaving. And compared to my high end 3 head Norelco it isn't even close (but since that costs about 5 times what this one does, that's not fair). Anyway, the shaver is capable of providing an OK shave, but I'm not convinced all those extra heads are doing much to improve things.

Another annoyance is that there's very little reservoir under the cutting heads for shaved hair (see photos). This means you'll need/want to wash the head (it's water immersible) after each shave. And, more significantly, the middle head of the eight doesn't pop up. To remove it, you have to twist it off. It's a bit of a pain--and there's even less room under this head for hair than any of the others. Having used shavers like this before, I can tell you that that gets old pretty fast.

The last issue I have with the cutting heads is that there's no obvious way to replace them without simply replacing the entire shaving head assembly. So this may well become a disposable item after the cutting heads get dull. Oh, and these shaving heads don't (in my experience) last as long as those from Norelco--so you will wind up wanting to replace them.

In the kit you get:

** Eight head cordless shaver with LCD readout of charge remaining (and time used)
** Noise hair trimmer attachment
** Hair clipper attachment
** Two face cleaning attachments
** Some cheap length guides for the hair clipper attachment
** Charging cable (requires USB-A power source)

The non-shaver attachments are a mixed bag. On the plus side, the nose hair trimmer works very well. This is in contrast with the nose hair trimmers that come with clippers, which are worthless. The nose hair clipper here works as well as dedicated nose hair clippers I've used. On the minus side, the hair clipper is very poor--it operates at a low speed and struggles with any amount of hair. It's not very useful. The face cleaner attachments are probably OK, but I can't imagine using them.

On the whole, I'd consider this a decent kit useful for shaving your face and for nose hair removal. The remaining attachments are, in my opinion, not very useful. While it does a good job of shaving out of the box, my experience with these shavers is the shaving heads will get dull over time, and there's no clear replacement path.

Pros:
** 8 head shaver does a decent job on face
** Nose hair clipper works well
** Li-Ion battery: 1.5 hours charge for 90 minutes run time
** Comfortable in the hand

Cons:
** Hair trimmer doesn't work well
** Face cleaning attachments are not very significant
** Shaver doesn't provide much room for hair and will need to be cleaned after each shave
** Middle head of shaver attachment difficult to remove for cleaning
** No obvious replacement path for heads on shaver attachment--lifetime may be short
** Eighth (central) head in shaver assembly does not float like outer heads

Note that this same shaver under various names on Amazon. Shop around for price.

 The shaver is branded as 4D WD-8860. The same manufacturer that makes this kit, makes shavers with differing numbers of heads. (And the attachments, including the shaver heads, for these models are interchangeable). I Shop around for price. Also consider whether you want 5, 6, 7, or 8 heads, remembering that with each head you add, you have less torque (power) per head.


I love that this product comes n an easy to swallow and digest capsule form.
I have been using this product to help improve the swelling in my tummy.
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This product helps my swelling all over my body not just in my tummy.
Also has helped boost my immune system so I have not caught a cold while everyone else around me has.
Thank goodness for this product. I love all natural product such as this one that helps my over all well-being.
I have received this product at a low discounted price and highly recommend for your well being.
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Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza Glabra)

Licorice Root Benefits

Licorice root contains many anti-depressant compounds and is an excellent alternative to St. John's Wort. As a herbal medicine it has an impressive list of well documented uses and is probably one of the most over-looked of all herbal wonders. Licorice is useful for many ailments including:

Health benefits
Healing substances

Hundreds of potentially healing substances have been identified in licorice as well, including compounds called flavonoids and various plant estrogens (phytoestrogens). The herb's key therapeutic compound, glycyrrhizin (which is 50 times sweeter than sugar) exerts numerous beneficial effects on the body, making licorice a valuable herb for treating a host of ailments. It seems to prevent the breakdown of adrenal hormones such as cortisol (the body's primary stress-fighting adrenal hormone), making these hormones more available to the body.

It has a well-documented reputation for healing ulcers. It can lower stomach acid levels, relieve heartburn and indigestion and acts as a mild laxative.

It can also be used for irritation, inflammation and spasm in the digestive tract. Through its beneficial action on the liver, it increases bile flow and lowers cholesterol levels.

Boosts immune system

Licorice also appears to enhance immunity by boosting levels of interferon, a key immune system chemical that fights off attacking viruses. It also contains powerful antioxidants as well as certain phytoestrogens that can perform some of the functions of the body's natural estrogens; very helpful during the menopause. Glycyrrhizinic acid also seems to stop the growth of many bacteria and of viruses such as influenza A.

Relieves pain and stress

It has an aspirin-like action and is helpful in relieving fevers and soothing pain such as headaches. Its anti-allergenic effect is very useful for hay fever, allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis and bronchial asthma. Possibly by its action on the adrenal glands, licorice has the ability to improve resistance to stress. It should be thought of during times of both physical and emotional stress, after surgery or during convalescence, or when feeling tired and run down.

New research: Licorice hailed for its potential to fight tooth decay

Control respiratory problems and sore throat

Licorice eases congestion and coughing by helping to loosen and thin mucus in airways; this makes a cough more "productive," bringing up phlegm and other mucus bits. Licorice also helps to relax bronchial spasms. The herb also soothes soreness in the throat and fights viruses that cause respiratory illnesses and an overproduction of mucus, such as irritating coughs, asthma and chest infections.
Lessen symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia

By enhancing cortisol activity, glycyrrhizin helps to increase energy, ease stress and reduce the symptoms of ailments sensitive to cortisol levels, such as chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromylagia.

Combat hepatitis

Licorice both protects the liver and promotes healing in this vital organ. The herb's anti-inflammatory properties help calm hepatitis-associated liver inflammation. Licorice also fights the virus commonly responsible for hepatitis and supplies valuable antioxidant compounds that help maintain the overall health of the liver.

Treat PMS and menstrual problems

The phytoestrogens in licorice have a mild estrogenic effect, making the herb potentially useful in easing certain symptoms of PMS (premenstrual syndrome), such as irritability, bloating and breast tenderness. Although the glycyrrhizin in licorice actually inhibits the effect of the body's own estrogens, the mild estrogenic effect produced by licorice's phytoestrogens manages to override this inhibiting action.

Prevent heart disease

Recent studies have found that by limiting the damage from LDL ("bad") cholesterol, licorice may discourage artery-clogging plaque formation and contribute to the healthy functioning of the heart.


There's nothing like unexpected daylight, unless you are trying to sleep in longer.

St. Francis of Assisi actually never said, "Preach the Gospel at all times. Use words if necessary," inasmuch as we like to say he did. Similarly, we can't prove that Swiss Reformed theologian Karl Barth (1886-1968) never said, "We must hold the Bible in one hand and the newspaper in the other," because he actually never wrote those exact words. Indeed, there are statements made by these men that we might be able to piece together to suggest that they might have agreed with the quotes that have been attributed to them. Yet, the quotes themselves do not belong to these men.

Dubious quotes aside; with the newspaper in one hand, his fingers of the other hand searching the internet, George Weigel on speed-dial, his other book The Tide Is Turning Towards Catholicism being propped up by his kids like a lectionary, and his wife channel surfing back and forth from EWTN to CNN, author David J. Hartline, once again, proves that by preaching the Gospel at all times, and using words when necessary, the Catholic Church is still the world's light on hill.

Being an author and blogger it's always difficult for me to find time to read books other than my own or those I'm merely using for research. In fact, the only books other than my own, and writings by Popes John Paul II and Benedict XVI, that I've been able to read over the past two years have been books that I have been asked to review. As such, I've always had the pleasant opportunity with these books to depart from my own thoughts and enter into the reflections, stories, musings, and rants of my fellow Catholics. The Catholic Tide Continues to Turn by Hartline was no different in that regard. In fact, several sections of this book were so gripping that I couldn't put the book down, while other sections compelled me to just set it aside for a moment, so that I could contemplate upon what I had just read. There's nothing like unexpected daylight, unless you are trying to sleep in longer.  :D

I was one of those Catholic converts that Hartline refers to in the fourth chapter his book, `The Number of Converts Keep Increasing', that, in spite of the child sex abuse scandal, we came home to the Catholic Church. In fact, his first book, The Tide is Turning Toward Catholicism was one of the books I read while I was still discerning my call to become a Catholic. What that book and several of his articles in the Catholic Times did for me back then in 2006 was to assure me that the Catholic Church truly is being protected, preserved, and promoted by Christ Jesus. Outside of Christ Jesus there is no other way to explain how the Catholic Church continues to exist and flourish after nearly 2,000 years in spite of we who call ourselves members and clergy of the Church. Outside of Christ Jesus there is other way to explain how the Catholic Church confounds the dark world every time that it triumphs over the demise that its critics had prophesied.

Continuing on with that same gift that he has to undercover fascinating news and events that the mainstream media wouldn't dare to consider covering, even if it knew how, Hartline offers us in his new book twenty chapters and nearly four hundred pages of stunning evidence and undeniable eyewitness accounts that God is still in the business of gathering the world into His Catholic Church and protecting it at all cost.

While I was reading chapter after chapter of this book, the phrase that kept ringing in my head was, `In Spite of'. I believe that anyone who reads this book, has to come away with seeing that there is truly a miracle taking place in the Catholic Church throughout the world today; and that this miracle is taking place `In Spite Of' those within and without the Church who are working so very hard to conform the Church to the world, and to even to destroy Her all together.

This isn't just a book for Catholics, and it wasn't written as such - evidenced by the appendix at the end that offers a brief introduction to basic Catholic beliefs. On the contrary, what we have here is a book that you want to buy for yourself to read, but you also want to make sure that you put either your own copy or a new copy in the hands of a non-Catholic - either someone who is interested, indifferent, or oppose to our faith. You also want to put a copy in the hand of lukewarm Catholics and those who have a distorted understanding of Vatican II. This uplifting book is definitely a must have book for anyone over the age of about 10, and anyone younger than 10 should have it read to them aloud.


I follow a special diet for a chronic health condition, and I'm always interested in unsweetened, additive-free protein powders that meet my needs. I originally tried this brand of sunflower protein a few years ago, when it came in a (larger, less expensive) package. I've reordered it several times, including once recently in this new package. Now that there are more protein powders on the market that meet my needs, it's no longer among my top favorites, but I still like it and suspect I’lll order it again occasionally in the future for variety.

Taste: to me this tastes mild and pleasant, a little like untoasted sunseeds. It goes well with lots of different flavors, and unlike certain other types of unflavored protein powder (e.g. pea), I don't really find the taste is a limiting factor in how much can be added to food. I would not recommend it if you don’t like the flavor of untoasted sunflower seeds, though.

Versatility: I use this mostly in smoothies and homemade no-bake protein bars/bites. I also like it in small amounts stirred into drippy nut/seed butter, added my homemade grain-free protein granola recipe (which I then dehydrate rather than baking), and in grain-free porridge. I wouldn't use it for “protein fluff” or in unflavored nondairy milk, except maybe as a small portion of a blend of different protein powders. I haven't baked with it a lot, but it works great when I used it in chickpea flour crackers (for less than half the dry ingredients). I find it less versatile than most other types of single-ingredient plant-based protein powder due to its weird culinary properties (see below).

Color: this is a pale neutral gray when dry, and turns darker gray when mixed with water... and then sometimes gives other light-colored foods an unappetizing grayish-greenish tinge, presumably due to it being a sunflower-based product (like sunbutter). A couple of times when I put it in winter squash porridge, it looked so disgusting I almost couldn't eat it despite the taste being fine—I suspect this had to do with the natural color of the particular squash plus the pH of the other ingredients. This powder also makes green smoothies kind of swamp-colored if I add more than a very small amount. In berry smoothies or chocolate recipes, though, the grayish color makes little difference.

Texture: this is a super, super fine powder—finer than the other brand of 100% sunflower protein I've seen and tried, more like a very fine pea protein. It works great in smoothies. But in other foods, it can turn into a gummy lump when adding liquid to try to make a dough, batter, granola mixture, etc. For baking and granola, I find the weird textural properties to be the limiting factor in how much I can use. Definitely mix with other dry ingredients before adding to wet! Smallish amounts aren't usually a problem, and it's good blended with other protein powders. I wouldn't generally drink this in plain nondairy milk without adding other smoothie ingredients, as I don't like how it separates or sinks to the bottom of a thin beverage. I also don't think it would mix well in a beverage without using a blender, at least not to my preference.

Usability of package: I find this style of bag unusable for protein powder—it's fussy to reseal, and because the powder is so fine, it flies all over. I cut the entire zipper off the bag and slowly, carefully transferred it into a good food storage jar. I'm not deducing any stars for this only because the annoyance is a one-time thing for me.

Overall experience: I've found Lekithos to have really good customer service when I've called or emailed with product questions or special order requests, including helping me figure out how to get free shipping on a large order. I do find it annoying that the prices seem to have gone up and there aren’t the type of constant promotional deals that reduce the cost of other high-priced brands of protein powder. But I like the Lekithos products enough to order them occasionally when they're in my budget, although I don't think I'll order this sunflower one as often now that another brand has started making a lower-priced 100% sunflower protein.

Note: I review foods and supplements based ONLY on my liking of their taste and culinary properties, and whether they work for me. Not being an expert in nutrition or food safety, I have NO IDEA whether the health, nutrition, and safety claims made on the package are accurate so that doesn't come into my rating!


I absolutely LOVE this product!! It’s simple but impactful and it has absolutely helped me drink more water throughout the day than I have in the past several years. I have tried pop-up reminders on my work computer (Outlook), apps on my phone, reminders from my FitBit and posted signs near my desk but nothing helps like this blinking* light. I already had several reusable water bottles so I sought an accessory; this item is much cheaper than “smart bottles” and doesn’t need washed. :D

It fits on water bottles of various sizes. The reusable bottle I have pictured (I have 3 of them) has a diameter of almost 3 1/2” (nearly 9cm) but the band also fits on a standard 16.9 oz. bottle and bottles larger than the one I typically use.

The light blinks every 30-45 minutes to remind you to drink. After you drink it will light up slowly and turn off slowly so that means it has recorded you drinking and reset the clock. It does not blink all night while you sleep; the instructions explain it will go through about 2 blinking cycles and as long as it doesn’t sense movement, it will stop blinking until it senses movement again.

The only caveat is that you need to have the bottle in front of you in order to see it - it doesn’t make any noise (like yell at you, which I would also likely respond to). So make sure you take the bottle from your work station to other rooms where you spend time outside of work. I work from home so I grab my bottle and move it at the end of the day.

This item is currently unavailable, but the last time that happened they had some available a few weeks later; I hope there are more available soon!!

*This product may not be ideal for those with light sensitivity or conditions like epilepsy because the light flashes quickly. If flashes about 10 times, then stops, and repeats that series twice more.*

Happy drinking!!

[[My additional tips for drinking more water from my research, if you’re interested, since I have been dehydrated to the point of being off sick from work 4 times in the last year:
-Using a wide-mouth bottle may help you drink more during each session.
-Aim to drink somewhere around 80 ounces per day; some sources suggest at least 80 oz. or up to half of your body weight in ounces, so if you weigh 200 pounds, you should drink 100 ounces of water…that’s a lot.
-Water helps every function of your body, improves your skin texture, and can even impact your mood.
-Drink between meals on this schedule:
—8-16 oz. shortly after you wake up (helps rehydrate after your sleeping “fast” and activate digestion).
—Drink 8 oz. before you get a shower (if you shower shortly after waking up, don’t drink extra water; this helps keep blood pressure stable).
—Drink BETWEEN, not with meals, so a half hour before and 30-45 minutes after you eat (a few sips is fine but otherwise you’re filling up with unnecessary liquid and watering down your food; this is an “Eastern medicine” technique). I will pick up my water bottle and pretend to drink so that the clock resets and I can drink again after I eat to aid digestion.
—Drink water at the temperature you prefer; I like room temperature water because I have sensitive teeth. If you like ice water, use an insulated cup.
—Drink 8 oz. of water 30 minutes prior to starting physical activities and then occasionally during activity, if you’re able. You don’t need really need an electrolyte drink/anything more than water unless you’re working out very hard for an hour or more.
—Drink 8 oz. right before you go to sleep; it shouldn’t be enough to wake you up to urinate overnight.
—Coffee does count towards your daily water goal, however, it is a diuretic, so make sure this is not your MAIN water source. Coconut water is very good, however, juice, soda, alcohol, etc. don’t count. Drink some electrolyte water before you go to bed after drinking alcohol and also the next morning when you wake up.
—I swear by electrolyte additives for water. Some have added B vitamins for energy (like “Liquid IV”) and others do not (like “Nuun” tablets, which I love). They really help no matter how much water you drink per day and provide a little natural flavor to plain water; I typically don’t use more than 1-2 per day.
-If you’re starting a new diet, make sure to drink a lot of electrolyte-enhanced water when you start. This is due to losing water weight first and that’s where your body holds salt and electrolytes. This is part of the “Keto flu” that occurs when you start that diet.]]


I have wanted my own detox foot bath for 10 yrs! I wasn't about to spend $2,000 to get a quality one like I have used in medical offices. I spent hours researching the different options and was thrilled to find this one. It has enough power and a 5 yr warranty to be comparable to the really expensive professional units. The unit is very bare bones, but it gets the job done and is very affordably priced.

I have been disabled for 4 years with ME/CFS after living in a moldy house that made me incredibly ill.  I'm a member of an an online group (1,500 members) designed to help people with mold illness. I posted a link to this item after I bought mine in July 2015. I was very excited to find a product even those living on disability could afford and explained how I had benefited from detox foot baths over the years. Since I bought mine, dozens from our group have bought one too. We have been sharing our experiences over the past 6 months and have been absolutely astounded at how much this is helping everyone.

Once you have been exposed to toxic mold, it causes severe neuroimmune problems. We become incredibly sensitive to the tiniest of mold exposures, much like someone with a peanut allergy is sensitive to peanuts. We experience severe reactions that can include seizures, cognitive impairment, burning skin, difficulty breathing, vomiting, etc. We must follow strict mold avoidance practices to stay safe and if we accidentally have a mold exposure, the symptom spiral can knock us down for days or weeks. This machine seems to universally benefit those of us with mold illness by reducing the impact of an exposure significantly. Some people have reported that it has improved electromagnetic frequency sensitivity, amazing! So many people have had positive experiences and are seeing gradual reduced reactivity, cognitive improvement, and reduced symptoms overall with regular use of this machine that many more people are planning to order as soon as they can save up the money.

The focus historically on what these machines can do seems to be on heavy metal detox, but it seems clear from our group's collective experiences that it is very likely removing fat soluble toxins such as mold biotoxins.

We would love to continue emphatically recommending this unit as an affordable therapy to help people with mold illness. Unfortunately, we have had two people so far receive machines that were badly cross-contaminated with mold (returned machines that were resold) and made them very very ill. They have found out the hard way that the company charges a restocking fee and the item must be returned within 14 days. We have tried to talk to the owner and customer service to explain the seriousness of this problem. We cannot continue to recommend that people with mold illness purchase this product unless the company can guarantee we will not receive a returned product that could have been cross-contaminated in someone's moldy house. Like I explained, we are incredibly sensitive and this can cause a major health setback.

I would like to suggest that if you are going to charge a restocking fee you should then resell it minus the restocking fee as a discounted item labeled clearly as refurbished or previously returned. That way if people want to save money they can knowingly buy a used machine and the company would not have lost a penny since the reduced price plus restocking fee makes up the total cost.

The type of people interested in purchasing their own detox foot bath for home use are very likely to be chronically ill. There have been rave reviews in autism groups about the use of detox foot baths. People with fibromyalgia and many other illnesses are benefitting too. They may not yet realize that mold exposure is making them ill.  My point is that reselling machines that have been cross-contaminated in toxic homes, could affect more than just us with identified mold illness.  People who get a contaminated machine, may feel awful and not understand why if they aren't mold aware yet and blame it on your product. Your customers are sensitive. Please protect us by not reselling returned machines unless you discount them and make it clearly known they will be receiving a returned/refurbished machine. This is critically important. We are all very grateful you have offered such an excellent and affordable product that is helping us to heal. Please listen and respond to our concerns about this issue.

Update 7/21/16: I haven't heard of anyone getting contaminated machines in quite a few months. It looks like the company has fixed this issue. Many more people have purchased this machine and reported very good results. Thank you very much for addressing our concerns. This is a great product, changing to 5 stars.