Toxic effects of Mercury---Why you should avoid Mercury

Mercury is one of the most toxic metals---even more so than lead. This poison is found in our soil, water, and food supply, as well as in sewage sludge, fungicides, and pesticides. Mercury is a cumulative poison and a heavy metal that enters the atmosphere primarily from coal-burning electric utilities. Mercury found in lakes and oceans are converted by bacteria into methyl mercury a much more toxic substance. Some grains and seeds are treated with methyl mercury chlorine bleaches, which seep into food supply. Because methyl mercury contaminates our waters, large amounts are found in fish, particularly larger one that are farther up in the food chain. An estimated one-third or possibly more of America's lakes and one-fourth of its rivers now contain fish that may be contaminated with mercury. Methyl mercury is absorbed into the fat tissues of fish and can be found in most seafood especially bigger predatory fish like swordfish, title fish, shark, king mackerel, lobster, tuna (fresh, frozen and canned), grouper, halibut, Pollock, catfish, scallops etc.

Mercury is also present in a wide variety of everyday products, including cosmetics, dental fillings, fabric softeners, batteries, industrial instruments, inks used by printers and tattooists, latex, some medication, some paints, plastics, polishes, solvents and wood preservatives.

Because Mercury is a cumulative poison there is no barrier that prohibits mercury from reaching the brain cells, and it is retained in the pain center of the brain and in the central nervous system. The presence of mercury in the body-blood stream can prevent the normal entry of nutrients into cells. It can bind to immune cells, distorting them and interfering with normal immune responses. It can also prevent proper removal of waste from the cells and could cause autoimmune disorders.

Mercury can cause permanent kidney, cardiac, and respiratory problems.  Large amounts of mercury in the body could cause arthritis, depression, dermatitis, dizziness, fatigue, gum disease, nausea, vomiting, hair loss, insomnia, head-aches, joint pain, slurred speech, memory loss, diarrhea, muscle weakness, and excessive salivation. High levels of mercury can also interfere with enzyme activity, resulting in blindness and paralysis.

The U.s environmental protection Agency has linked exposure to mercury vapor to menstrual disorders and spontaneous abortion (miscarriage). Mercury exposure in pregnant women can cause neurological damage, such as lowered intelligence and delayed development in infants. In addition, the mortality rate for infants is significantly increased when mothers are exposed to mercury.

The symptoms of mercury poisoning can mimic those multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease). Children who have severe mercury poisoning can experience Acrodynia, a syndrome characterized by peeling and pinkness of the skin on the hands, nose, feet; blindness; increased heart rate; agitation; and pain in the arms and legs. 

Many food and environmental allergies may be directly linked to mercury poisoning. 

Signs indicating the presence of toxic mercury levels include behavioral changes, depression, confusion, irritability, and hyperactivity. People with mercury toxicity may experience allergic reactions and asthma. People with high mercury levels in their system may complain about a metallic taste in the mouth and loose teeth.

People get most of their mercury from eating fish. Microorganisms in the environment can convert inorganic mercury to the organic form methyl mercury. Methyl mercury can build up in the environment and accumulate in certain fresh water and salt water fish and marine mammals; when you then eat this seafood contaminated with methyl mercury it can be harmful to your health. Methyl mercury is a toxic form of mercury that can cause adverse effects to our health. It is particularly damaging to the embryos, which are five to ten times more sensitive poison than adults.

Mercury harms us, harms wild life on sea and land; it harms our pet when they eat food containing these fish or anything that is contaminated with mercury.  Mercury can accumulate in our environment hence affect the quality of our water we drink and the soil used to grow our food.

There has been concerned in regards to the safety of mercury in dental amalgams—(fillings) and it is estimated that the amount of mercury absorbed from fillings were too high. The measured levels in the brain, blood, and urine from an amalgam are about 1 to 3 micrograms per day. Toxic amounts are considered to be 30 micrograms per grams of creantinine a day (creantinine is a protein in the urine). You would need to have 450 to 530 fillings to achieve this level.
It is your duty to care for your health so, I do recommend you avoid foods and other products contaminated with mercury or methyl mercury especially if you have an infant or a young child in your home.

A few things you can do to prevent high level of mercury from entering into your body or home.

• First, eat organically grown foods, especially beans, onions, and garlic, for added sulfur, which helps protect the body against toxic substances.
• Drink purified water and drink made in mercury free materials; drink sufficient amount of green fruit and vegetable juices—may be 2 glasses of green juice per day.
• Include fiber, pectin from apples and high antioxidant food like goji berry, mushroom to your diet.
• Reduce the amount of fish you consume if you’re a fish eater, two 6 ounce servings a week is enough. Always clean the fish thoroughly and broil it; do not baste it in its juices. Although most fishes contain mercury, fish also contains compounds called alkylglycerols, which help to remove mercury from the body. If there is mercury in the fish, it is primarily stored in the fat. By broiling the fish and draining the juices, you will get rid of much fat and still retain the beneficial alkylglycerols. Good seafood includes canned light tuna, salmon, shrimp, catfish, and Pollock; although, if the fish is contaminated it is contaminated it is difficult to remove the mercury so it is wise you avoid high mercury fish such as titlefish, swordfish, king mackerel, shark, and albacone tuna but if you’re 100% concerned about your health I suggest completely avoid contaminated seafood.  Low-mercury fish tend to have lower amounts of omega-3 fats, so it is recommended that you eat other omega-3 foods like avocado and take high-quality omega-3 supplements to increase your omega-3 intake without the mercury.
• Brush regularly to prevent tooth decay, and maintain regular dental check-ups for yourself and your children to avoid having fillings in the first place.
• Avoid wearing jewelries contaminated with mercury or other impurities such like lead, PVP etc.

• Avoid painting your furniture or homes with paints containing mercury, lead or asbestos ingredients. If you have paints or batteries containing some mercury call your local disposal company to help you dispose it properly.

• If you suspect mercury toxicity from the above signs and symptoms having a hair analysis and urine test to detect the level of mercury in your body. This will help you know if blood purification or total body cleanse is ideal for you. 
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• Burdock root, red clover and activated Charcoal to help get rid of mercury or cleanse other toxins in your blood stream and body. 

50 Common Toxic things that can cause cancer

Main Causes of Cancer from Andreas Moritz on Vimeo.

1. Parasites
2. Intestinal toxicity or digestive impairment                                      
3. Depressed thyroid action
4. Destructive negative emotions
5. Chronic physical or mental stress
6. Consumption of synthetic "non-foods"
7. Diet or nutritional deficiencies
8. Nerve interference fields
9. Steady use of prescription drug e.g birth control pill.
10. Steady use of non prescription drugs
11. Steady use of street drugs
12. Dental metal of all types
13. Denation cavitations (Jawbone spaces left by poor tooth extraction)
14. Dental root canals
15. Dental amalgam fillings
16. Toxic mental syndrome
17. Mercury toxicity from any source
18. Ingesting food addictive
19. Consuming irradiated foods
20. Immune-suppressive drugs
21. Hormonal therapies
22. Tobacco and smoking
23. Drinking and bathing in polluted water, chlorinated water and fluoridated water
24. Industrial toxin
25. Pesticide/herbicide residues
26. Nuclear radiation
27. Overhead power lines
28. Non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation from domestic appliances
29. Microwave oven radiation
30. Ionizing radiation
31. Sick building syndrome
32. Geopathic stress
33. Chronic electromagnetic field exposure
34. Long exposure to Sunlight's ultraviolet rays
35. Atmospheric cosmic rays and X-rays
36. Viruses
37. Bacterial infections
38. Blocked detoxification pathways
39. Free radical pathology
40. Cellular oxygen deficiency
41. Adverse cellular terrain
42. Oncogenes ( Cellular genes that change normal cells into cancer cells)
43. Genetic predisposition
44. Miasm (Energy residues of previous illnesses)
45. Physical-Irritants, e.g; Asbestos
46. Alcohol consumption 
47. Chemical in toxic cleaning home products
48. Harmful ingredients found in some cosmetics
49. Toxins from Animal products decomposing e.g meat
50. Lack of sleep

When we are exposed to any one of the above, it can affect us negatively, depending on the actual amount of the toxin the person is exposed to and how hazardous/ toxic it is. Toxicity and hazard are commonly used words but it is wise we understand that toxicity and hazard are two different words with different meaning that is closely related.

Note: Toxicity is the ability of  a chemical substance to cause harm.
           Hazard is the likelihood that a material will cause harm under certain conditions of use.

It is important to understand the distinction between human carcinogens and suspected human carcinogens.  The term human carcinogen is used when there is clear evidence of the ability to cause cancer in humans.  Suspected human carcinogen refers to chemicals that have been shown to cause cancer in two or more animal species and are therefore suspect in humans.  

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6 Nature Health tip for men

First thing first, your food: - Let’s just say you are having the craziest of days after long hours of work, you don’t feel like cooking or have enough time to make a meal. If you will be eating fast food for dinner, I suggest you have fun picking out some fruits and vegetables that are high in antioxidants and energy packed phyto-nutrients, mineral and fibers to add to your meal because fast food are usually deficient in nutrients that support healthy body and mind. Instead of drinking a pop soda consider cranberry juice for these benefits- Cranberry juice made from cranberry fruit are excellent for detoxifying the kidney and bladder, it helps to detox male’s urinary organs hence preventing urinary tract infection. Increases HDL (good cholesterol), unclogs blocked arteries, prevents kidney stone formation, improves vision and muscular strength, protects the teeth from decay, gum disease and plague created by bacteria on the teeth and gum, Cran berry helps to combat H.pyloric that cause ulcers and colon cancer. Scientists have found that proanthocyanidin in cranberry fruits makes it harder for virus to penetrate cells making it viable for combating Herpes Virus; so with all these benefits mentioned above why choose empty pop soda drink?

Plain water, Pure Aloe vera juice, raw coconut juice, pure orange juice, pomegranate blueberry juice is also good.

Incorporate some Raw foodist habits, increase your raw vitamin C and Omega-3 intake, it helps to ward off inflammation, infections, and tumors, reduce the risk for developing cancerous growths. Get those rainbow food like red pepper, apples, oranges, wholegrain breads and cereals, pumpkin seed, flax seed, hemp protein and oil, avocado, blueberries, bananas, peanut, corn, walnut, make a salad and have fun with your food, avoid meat and cow milk consumption. Antioxidants is a good place to start.

Exercise will help to keep away depression and weight related health problems like obesity, diabetic however because exercise puts strain on the body and improves the mind it is recommended that you exercise moderately and use Sport Supplements if you exercise a lot to supports the joints and relieve muscle pain, it helps athlete improve strength and speed, provides energy to increase endurance, repairs damage caused during exercise. It can cleanse and protect the body from free radical damage (harmful chemical created in the body). 

Find ways to reduce injury during exercise or sport activities.

Add herbs to your plate because they contain valuable chemical compounds and nutrient that can help maintain the strength of the body and mind. Green teas containing saw palmetto, panax ginseng, wild yam, oats, black cohosh, raspberry leaf, Damiana, ylan-ylang, dandelion, milk-thistle, and other herbs are an excellent choice; avoid those containing sweetener, artificial color and flavor additive. Get real herbal teas (i like Tazo organic teas).

Keep this herbs in mind:

Ylang ylang is a fragrant herb used in making essential oil and teas that has antidepressant, anti-infectious, euphoric, aphrodisiac, relaxant, antiseborrhoeic, antiseptic, hypotensive, nervine, regulator, sedative (nervous), stimulant (circulatory), tonic properties.  Ylang-ylang can help treat Depression, nervous tension, high blood pressure, hyperpnoea (abnormally fast breathing), tachycardia, palpitations and digestive upsets. ylang-ylang is good for acne, hair growth, hair rinse, insect bites, irritated, oily skin and other nervous system disorders such as frigidity, impotence, insomnia, and stress related disorders. 

Saw Palmetto is an herb plant that acts tonic and providing support for the male reproductive system. The oil of the berry of the saw palmetto tree is beneficial to prostrate health and improving overall health especially for men. The saw palmetto does not change protein-specific antigen (PSA) level. Saw palmetto has diuretic, antiseptic, cardiac, sedative, tonic, anti-cancer properties; it can help reduce enlarged prostate glands. It is also very viable for reducing the risk of urinary tract infection. Its berry increased sperm production and sex drive in men. It is an aphrodisiac plant; that increases sexual arousal, sperm production and improves breast size in women. 

Wild plant at your call- Dandelion is a wild fragrant plant at your call because it can be found almost everywhere It has many useful benefits to man but too often we are quick to lawn our yard never leaving a chance for plants like this to grow although some farmer in America and Europe cultivate dandelion to be used for medicinal supplements. Dandelion is rich in vitamin A, D, C, B and potassium. It also contains magnesium, zinc, manganese. You can use the leaves in salads and teas, roots for coffee. Dandelion has Hepatic, diuretic, depurative, tonic, stomachic properties and its leaves and roots have been used for hundreds of years to treat liver, gallbladder, kidney, and joint problems. Dandelion is great for detox, it removes toxins from the liver and blood (blood purifier). Dandelion ability to detox the liver makes it an ideal herb for acne and other skin disorder.

Dandelion supports fertility, supports liver, and helps to curb alcoholism and substance abuse. Promote the formation of bile in the liver and gall bladder, removes excess water from the body. The bitter compounds found in dandelion acts as a liver tonic for people who have sluggish liver caused by alcohol and poor diet. Dandelion is a duiretic (increase the flow of urine) .Dandelion proves to be a mild laxative and can stimulate digestion, which maintains cholesterol level and metabolism.

Dandelion is also helpful in treating indigestion, constipation, heartburn, eczema, liver problems, colon inflammation, and hepatitis. jaundice, hepatitis, hypochondria, dyspepsia red and swollen eyes, as well as urinary tract infection, abscesses, or firm, hard sores in the breasts.  Dandelion is our favorite because it grows in your backyard even if you know.

Panax ginseng is a medicinal plant that is different from American ginseng, Siberian ginseng, or Panax pseudoginseng. Panax ginseng is used for improving thinking, concentration, memory and work efficiency, physical stamina, and athletic endurance. Some people use Panax ginseng to help them cope with stress and as a general tonic for improving well-being. Panax ginseng is also used for depression, anxiety, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), can be used to boost the immune system, helps to combat cystic fibrosis, anemia, asthma, fever, diabetes, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining), joint pain, dizziness, headache, nerve pain, insomnia, bleeding disorders, loss of appetite, vomiting, fibromyalgia, convulsions, reproductive disorder, intestinal problems. Some people use Panax ginseng to treat breast cancer and prevent ovarian cancer, liver cancer, lung cancer, and skin cancer, erectile dysfunction (ED), premature ejaculation.     Get real herbal teas 

Your choice of underwear can negatively or positively make a difference to your reproductive organs, depending which one you pick, negative effect of tight under wears or positive benefits of wearing fitting, comfortable under wears. Tight briefs lifts testicles close to the body and because the temperature of the body and the testicles differ bringing the testicle closer to the body can lower sperm count/fertility and impair testicle function, therefore it is wise to choose under wears that create healthy space for testicles.

Avoid cigarette smoking and high alcohol consumption- don’t let those glass bottles ruin things.

Practice healthy hygiene, detox and eliminate toxins in home and personal product.

You don’t have to know how to cook to live healthy though it will be wise on your part to get some recipe and cooking skill.

Find nontoxic personal hygiene products, vegetarian products, herbs, supplements, sport nutrition at iherb. com

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By Onyinye A

what is Gluten--known to cause celiac disease

Gluten is a wheat protein found in food and cosmetics. It is known to cause allergic reactions or toxic autoimmune disease called Celiac disease in some people. "1 in every 133 people has Celiac Disease or suffers from wheat allergy". Celiac disease is more common in women and can run in families. It often coexists with other autoimmune disorders such as type 1 diabetes mellitus.
Celiac Disease is a disorder of the small intestine, celiac disease is caused by an immune system reaction to gliadin, a gluten protein found in wheat and some other grains. The lining of the small intestine has millions of tiny, fingerlike projections called villi, which absorb nutrients from food. In celiac disease, the immune system reacts against gluten in the digestive system (an autoimmune digestive disease that attacks the small intestine when gluten is ingested the immune system destroys the tiny finger-like villi in the small intestine), This reaction damages the villi, causing them to flatten and interfering with their normal function, leaving this organ unable to absorb nutrients from food or supplements. People with Celiac Disease cannot ingest any substance that contains gluten including oats, barley, rye or triticale.

"According to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearing house (NDDIC), symptoms vary from person to person causing many adverse reactions.  Some of the toxic reactions in infants are: abdominal bloating and pain, chronic diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, weight loss or pale, foul-smelling stool. 

Symptoms in adults includes fatigue, arthritis, bone loss or osteoporosis, depression or anxiety, seizures, missed menstrual periods, weight-loss, stunted growth, swollen Abdomen, diarrhea (typically pale foul-smelling, and bulky), infertility and recurrent miscarriage, bone or joint pain, tingling or numbness in the hands and feet, canker sores inside the mouth, or an itchy skin rash called dermatitis herpetiformis".
A person may not know they have celiac disease and show any symptoms for many years, but over a long period of time could develop diseases such as anemia, osteoporosis, intestinal cancer, liver diseases and reproductive concerns.

If you notice the above symptoms consistently each time you ingest wheat, your best cure will be to avoid eating wheat. There is no medicinal cure for Celiac Disease or wheat allergy; the best treatment for wheat allergy or celiac disease is to totally abstain from products containing wheat---follow a strict, lifelong gluten-free diet (avoiding wheat, rye, and barley) to clear up symptoms, and take dietary supplements to correct nutritional deficiencies. You can substitute wheat products with organic corn, brown rice or other non-wheat grains. Be aware that some products contain wheat, but do not say this fact on the product labels. Gluten is hidden in many products as a preservative, an example is caramel color so try to eat as much whole foods instead of manufactured food products that are not whole raw foods which makes it harder to identify hidden ingredients.

Author: Onyinye A

5 ways to de-stress without worries of CALORIE

1. Listen to soft classical music.
- it bring a soothing rhythm http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tA-gKDOxYUwhich usually helps take your mind off your worries. it may put you to sleep- i have found it to be a classical bedtime story without words, just rhythm.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZ3Jz8oJHDo close your eye or do something you enjoy doing like a hobby while listening.

2. Sit outside your porch in the evening darkness and drink some tea or Goji berry or soft red or white wine (re-unite but careful, check ingredient)- it's soothing for the body and mind.

3. Watch a good movie. Play a game example,Bejeweled; http://www.spintop-games.com/puzzle_game_download/bejeweled_2.html it helps distract your attention from your worries once you get into it.

4. Dance or play an instrument like a flute/ harmonica.
  
5. play with your pet. Take a walk. Take a soothing shower.




Author: Onyinye A

Herbs and help for Depression

• Some of the more easily recognizable herbs that are used to alleviate depression are: ginseng, which increases energy and alleviates depression; ginkgo Bilbao- it improves blood circulation throughout the body. which improves blood flow to the brain enhancing brain function, helps improve concentration, memory function and mood.  
• Gotu kola, which treats anxiety and depression.
• Goji berry is one of the best fruit for depression,  
• Primrose oil soft gel supplement will help balance hormone to reduce mood swings.
• Make and drink herbal teas-yogi tea. 
• Ginseng- Both varieties of ginseng (Panax and Siberian ginseng) have a solid reputation for energy enhancement. This herb can be taken on a daily basis, but exercise caution. Possible side effects include breast tenderness and high blood pressure.
• Kava Kava -Kava is also prescribed for everyday anxiety, as well as for painful menstrual cramps. Experts say it can help with insomnia, too.  
• St. John's Wort -known for its ability to improve mood and diminish anxiety, Effective for  for anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. 
•  Take B6, B12 vitamin, and folate.Get lots of B vitamins like B6, B12 and folate- it's been shown to provide relief depression. B6 play a role in helping convert tryotophan to serotonin in the brain. B6 can be found in whole grains, bananas, potatoes etc. Folate and B12 can be found in green leafy vegetables, orange juice, lentils, corn, asparagus, peas, fortified soy nuts, and seeds

• Also teas with orange/orange peel and herbal oil helps to stimulate the mind.
• It helps to talk with a supportive friend, GO out- have a little fun or cafe time. 
• Playing biofeedback games.
• Take a cold shower.
• Watch a fun movie like a comedy show.
• Exercise is very effective in treating  major depression. 
• Limit sugar consumption- some people are sugar sensitive people when they eat large amount of sweets, they may experience an energetic "high" followed by a "low" with weakness and "jitters" when the sugar is metabolized. Avoid High corn syrup, fructose drinks, artificial sweetener/sugar
• Avoid ZOLOFT, PROZAC, PAXIL etc,- it doesn't cure, it is an additctive psychiatry drug like most pain killer. The point is get well and get off the medication not to become dependent. It is known to push people into manic depression. It has been known to make some depressed patient commit suicide.

 Goji berry truffles for Depression-

 More info:

What is depression?
understand stress, anxiety and depression.

Other help for anxiety and depression.

 Author: Onyinye A