{"product_id":"nyos-nitrate-minus","title":"Nyos Nitrate Minus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat It Is\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNyos Nitrate Minus is a carbon source designed to encourage the growth of beneficial bacteria that naturally consume nitrate and phosphate within reef aquariums. As these bacterial populations grow, they incorporate nutrients into their biomass, allowing them to be exported through protein skimming and normal filtration processes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many ways to lower nutrients, but carbon dosing remains one of the most effective methods for heavily stocked reef aquariums. Rather than chemically removing nitrate, Nitrate Minus works with the aquarium's natural biology by providing the fuel beneficial bacteria need to multiply and consume excess nutrients. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's particularly useful where nitrate is persistently elevated despite good husbandry, regular maintenance and adequate filtration. As bacterial populations increase, many reefkeepers find nutrient control becomes more predictable and easier to maintain long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any carbon source, gradual dosing and regular testing are important to avoid reducing nutrients too quickly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon source for biological nutrient reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages the growth of beneficial bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce nitrate levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay also contribute to phosphate reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for marine and reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks alongside protein skimming and biological filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for systems with persistently elevated nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for ongoing nutrient management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Xodis","offers":[{"title":"100ml","offer_id":53268882424144,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":53268882456912,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1000ml","offer_id":53268882489680,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0921\/9552\/0848\/files\/original_d7fefdc6-b247-4501-8dbc-eabc5e5a02ec.jpg?v=1784043043","url":"https:\/\/www.thehappyreef.com\/products\/nyos-nitrate-minus","provider":"The Happy Reef","version":"1.0","type":"link"}