Mercury Filling Removal: Detox Support
June 9, 2008 by Dr. Nicole Sundene
Filed under Dental Hygiene, Heavy Metal Toxicity, Mercury, Reader Questions
With all the controversy over mercury fillings I have been reading about lately, I would like to take a moment to just briefly summarize the basics of safe mercury amalgam removal, as well as how to support the natural elimination of mercury from your body.
I tend to be very conservative in my thinking as a naturopathic physician, and hope that my patients and readers go about having their mercury amalgams replaced sensibly, and slowly over time. The rationale for this, is that you are likely exposed to much more mercury in the removal process than what is released from chewing your food or grinding your teeth. Read more
©KitchenTableMedicine.com, LLC ™Fish Oil vs Flax Oil? The Great Debate
April 14, 2008 by Dr. Nicole Sundene
Filed under Arthritis, Attention Deficit Disorder, Autoimmune Diseases, Cholesterol, Depression, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Immune Support, Inflammation, Kitchen Sink, Memory, Mercury, Multiple Sclerosis, Omega-3 Oils, Pain Management, Rheumatoid Arthritis
One of the greatest flaws in the Standard American Diet (SAD) is a lack of omega-3 fatty acids.
Repleting this deficiency typically improves memory and mental functioning as well as corrects a gamut of other annoying health problems.
The reason for this is that these essential oils are necessary for proper brain functioning, immune function, hormonal balance and skin integrity as they are the necessary building blocks for the cellular membrane of every single cell in our body. Wow just ONE thing for all SIXTY TRILLION cells in your body!
This must be pretty important then… Read more
©KitchenTableMedicine.com, LLC ™Hidden Sources of Mercury
January 10, 2008 by Kitchen Table Medicine
Filed under Environmental Medicine, Heavy Metal Toxicity, Mercury
While you and your doctor are considering the possibility of Chronic Mercury Toxicity or while you are looking for ways to remove mercury in your immediate environment, avoid the items below. All items listed contain various amounts of mercury. Using them without precautionary measures could intensify chronic mercury toxicity symptoms.
Foods
Tuna – canned or fresh
Shellfish – shrimp, lobster, crab, oysters, etc.
Other large saltwater fish – swordfish, salmon, cod, etc.
Carrots-non organic
Lettuce
Grains treated with methylmercury fungicides – especially wheat
Kelp and other seaweeds
Cosmetics
Some hair dyes – read contents
Mascara – waterproof type especially
Skin lightening creams
Medications
Preparation H
Toilet paper made from recycled paper
Calomel – body powders and talc
Mercurochrome
Merthiolate
Laxatives containing Calomel
Psoriasis ointment
Calamine lotions
Contact lens solutions
Vaginal gels – especially those that are contraceptives
Miscellaneous
Latex and solvent – thinned paints
Fabric softeners
Floor waxes and polishes
Air conditioner filters
Wood preservatives
Cinnabar – used in jewelry
Felts
Adhesives
Tattooing
Batteries with mercury cells
Sewage disposal
Fungicides for lawns, shrubs and trees
