Detoxification 2 - Heavy Metals Flashcards
What are some common symptoms of arsenic exposure?
Vitamin A deficiency (night blindness), garlic breath, drowsiness, mottled brown skin, headaches, paresthesia, vertigo, and white spots on nails.
How can one be exposed to arsenic?
Through air pollution (smog), contaminated drinking water, certain foods (meat, fish, grains), pesticides, antibiotics in poultry, smoking, and industrial processes like glass production.
Which natural substance can help detoxify arsenic from the body?
Garlic and other sulfur-containing foods can help scavenge arsenic from tissues.
What are some symptoms of lead toxicity?
Hormonal disruption, cardiovascular issues, irritability, memory loss, tingling in extremities, slurred speech, tremors, and insomnia.
What are common exposure sources for lead?
Old water pipes, household dust, old paints, living near smelters, firing ranges, insecticides, and certain construction materials.
Which chelating agent is effective for lead detoxification?
Coriander leaf (Coriandrum sativum) helps remove lead, especially from the nervous system.
What are the symptoms of cadmium exposure?
Skeletal demineralization, kidney issues, respiratory problems, hypertension, loss of smell, hair loss, and gout.
Where can cadmium exposure commonly occur?
Smoking, brake dust, hazardous waste sites, electroplating, industrial paints, inks, and batteries.
What nutrient provides protection against cadmium poisoning?
Zinc can help protect the body from the toxic effects of cadmium.
What are some symptoms of mercury toxicity?
Metallic taste, bleeding gums, tremors, poor coordination, memory issues, abnormal heart rhythm, peripheral neuropathy, and lowered immunity.
What are common sources of mercury exposure?
Amalgam dental fillings, certain fish (tuna, swordfish), coal plants, gold mining, some vaccinations, fungicides, and light bulbs.
How can chlorella help with mercury detoxification?
Chlorella acts as a chelator, binding to mercury and aiding its removal from the body.
What symptoms might indicate aluminum toxicity?
Nervousness, disturbed sleep, Alzheimer’s-like symptoms, muscle aches, impaired iron absorption, and psychological issues like bipolar disorder.
What are common sources of aluminum exposure?
Tap water, antiperspirants, cooking with aluminum foil, over-the-counter medications, and dusty environments.
Which natural substances can support aluminum detoxification?
Chlorella and coriander leaf can help remove aluminum from the body.
What are symptoms of copper overload in the body?
Liver disruption, mood swings, mental agitation, anxiety, adrenal exhaustion, fibromyalgia, ADHD, and hypertension.
How might someone be exposed to excess copper?
Through hot water pipes, IUDs, zinc and selenium deficiencies, and antifungals used on crops.
How can one detoxify from excess copper?
Consuming zinc and sulfur-rich foods can help counteract the effects of copper toxicity.
What are some chelating agents used for heavy metal detoxification?
Coriander leaf, chlorella, modified citrus pectin, garlic, and sulfur-rich foods.
How does alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) help with heavy metal detox?
ALA offers protective effects against mercury poisoning and supports overall detoxification.
What type of tests measure heavy metals?
Urine and hair analysis tests can identify levels of heavy metals.
