What does DGH mean in GENERAL

Degrees of General Hardness (DGH) is a measure of the hardness of water, which reflects the concentration of certain metal ions in the water. Hard water contains high concentrations of calcium and magnesium ions, while soft water has low concentrations.

The hardness of water can vary drastically based on its source, as well as factors like temperature, atmospheric pressure, and chemical composition. Generally speaking, groundwater tends to be harder than surface waters due to its higher mineral content. Similarly, areas with higher levels of industrial pollution tend to have much higher levels of general hardness.

In terms of health and fitness, both hard and soft waters can have their potential benefits and drawbacks depending on your goals. For instance, hard water contains minerals such as calcium and magnesium that can help strengthen bones while still providing essential hydration for the body. Soft waters are more gentle on skin but lack many essential minerals.

Yes - professionals typically use titration tests to measure the dissolved mineral content in a sample of water which correlates directly with its DGH value. This process involves adding a standardized solution to a sample until it begins to react with the minerals present in the sample, at which point it's possible to determine how many mineral ions are contained within it.

Generally speaking, safe drinking waters must have less than 150mg/L (or ppm) total dissolved solids (TDS). That said, different regions may have slightly different standards for what they consider acceptable; for example some places might have lower or higher thresholds for their local drinking waters.

Consuming excessively hard or soft water can put you at risk for certain health problems due to an imbalance in essential minerals or salts found in drinking water such as calcium and sodium. For example, long-term consumption of very hard or softened drinking could potentially lead to heart problems in extreme cases.

You don't necessarily need special equipment if you want to test for DGH at home - you can find certified testing kits online that come with everything you need including laboratory-grade reagents and all required apparatus like pipettes and funnels. Additionally, some municipalities offer free testing services so be sure to check with your local authorities before investing in any products.

There are several ways you can minimize your exposure to high levels of dissolved minerals in your home's drinking supply; one simple solution would be using a reverse osmosis filtration system that utilizes ultra-fine membranes specifically designed for removing dissolved solids from municipal tap supplies.

Although boiling tap-water does remove dangerous microorganisms from consuming it raw, it won't necessarily reduce its overall DGH values due primarily because minerals like calcium or magnesium won't evaporate when heated - thus boiling won't do much good against reducing these specific components.

Yes - although temporary solutions aren't ideal since they're somewhat limited compared using proper filtration systems. Some people suggest soaking tap-water overnight will allow most sedimentation and other impurities settle down making it softer; additionally adding roughage materials like charcoal into the mix could also provide added filteration effects without actually needing dedicated hardware.