I started using this 2.5 yrs ago because I heard it could help me lose weight. 77 lbs later I am thrilled...not only did I lose weight my cholesterol corrected itself. My numbers were horrid. I now take no cholesterol meds. This stuff increased my HDL to 60 , up from 40. HDL is the cholesterol that doctors say you can not increase. Ha ha! Blew my doc away!

This is a cautionary tale and - unlike most of the other reviews on this product - this is a true story and its authenticity can be qualified by a small news item that appeared in the Toronto Star's local news section during the month of April in 2013, much to my chagrin.

I live on a boat, but in winter, with a confined space and electric heaters, I wanted a "ballpark" idea of the humidity. Depending who you read, I was shooting for 40% and just wanted a notion of where it stood without it being a lab instrument. This seems to fit the bill. I think the OK is set too high. Some say, 40-60%, some 35-45%, so 40% is right there for both and also my understanding. That is for human respiration. Keep your mucous membranes, skin, and eyes moist without risking mold. Then you'll know if you need a humidifier or a dehumidifier!! :-)