2. Who should consider purchasing a reverse osmosis system?

Anyone concerned about the quality of their home drinking water — particularly if they notice taste or odor problems or are aware of high levels of dissolves minerals in their water supply — should consider an RO system. Additionally, RO systems often are recommended for immune-comprised individuals who could be especially susceptible to infection from various waterborne contaminants. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends reverse osmosis as a method for removal of a dangerous microorganism cyst called Cryptosporidium. Reverse osmosis systems, which generally include both and RO membrane and pre- and post-filters, offer a comprehensive means of eliminating more than 90 percent of potentially harmful contaminants in home drinking water.