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Toxic heavy metals such as arsenic,
cadmium, lead, mercury and uranium are pervasive in much of the
environment. While it may not be possible to completely avoid exposure
there are many safe, organic and affordable products that help detoxify
and eliminate these toxins from the body. This article will provide ten
such examples.
1) Bentonite (Clay) - Aluminium Phyllosilicate (Montmorillonite)
Bentonite clay is a form of volcanic ash that has the ability to
physically remove from the body up to 25 times its weight in impurities
through a process called adsorbtion. Bentonite has laxative
properties and contains high levels of iron, magnesium and silicon.
Available in two forms (sodium and calcium) bentonite clay is used in
cement, ceramics, acne medication, facial clay, cat litter and to
clarify wine. Higher grades of clay are safe for ingestion while lower
grades are for external use only and thus are of questionable benefit.
2) Bladderwrack (Sea vegetable) - Fucus vesiculosus (Fucaceae)
Bladderwrack is a type of brown seaweed found in both the Atlantic and
Pacific oceans. The stem is used medicinally while the thallas (air
filled pods) help the algae float. Containing the active components
iodine, fucoidan, alginic acid and phenols in varying amounts based on
the water where it grew, bladderwrack is used to relieve heartburn and
to stimulate both the immune system and thyroid. Bladderwrack has
antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
3) Blue Green Algae (Cyanobacteria) - Anabaena sphaerica (Cyanophata)
Blue green algae (along with green algae such as Chlorella) contain
chlorophyll, an antioxidant and deep green pigment. Bacteria such as Fecal Coliform cannot
coexist with chlorophyll, which helps keep fresh water clear. Algae not
only contain nearly every required vitamin and mineral, but also have
the effect of increasing oxygen while reducing nitrogen and carbon.
Chlorella appears to bind to heavy metals to both detoxify and remove
them. Studies in Japan following the nuclear disasters at Hiroshima and
Nagasaki in 1945 showed that 8 grams of Chlorella daily caused a
five-fold increase in the amounts of uranium, lead and cadmium that were
eliminated.
4) Burdock (Root) - Arctium lappa (Compositae)
A potent blood purifier, burdock root removes heavy metals such as
mercury along with other toxins. Containing up to 45% inulin along with
arctiopicrin, arctiin, tannins and volatile oil, burdock is used to
treat skin conditions such as acne. Burdock helps to purify the liver
and is used as a natural cancer treatment. Burdock has antibacterial,
anti-fungal and anti-tumor properties.
5) Cilantro (Leaf and stem) - Coriandrum Sativum (Umbelliferae)
Cilantro contains the antioxidants camphor, carvone, elemol, geraniol
and limonene. A natural deodorizer, cilantro relieves nausea,
indigestion and bloating. Consuming cilantro (the seeds of which are the
spice coriander) helps reduce cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Cilantro kills Salmonella and removes heavy metals such as mercury from
the body. Cilantro has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties
and can be easily grown in the home garden.
6) Garlic (Clove) - Allium Sativum (Liliaceae)
Garlic contains the antioxidant allicin, which is formed from alliin and
allinase when the cloves are crushed. Garlic helps lower blood pressure
and cholesterol while cleansing the liver. Offering unique health
benefits when consumed in raw versus cooked or aged, Garlic has
antiviral, antibacterial, antimicrobial and antifungal properties.
7) Glutathione (GSH)
Glutathione is a type of amino acid chain called a tripeptide.
Glutathione modulates the order of cell life, a process called
homeostasis. Glutathione is essential for handling environmental toxins
as it detoxifies carcinogens (in particular arsenic) and helps the body
to remove heavy metals such as cadmium, iron and mercury. This helps the
metabolism and immune system by removing dead weight. GSH has
antioxidant properties.
8) Onion (Bulb) - Allium Cepa (Liliaceae)
Onion contains the antioxidant quercetin. Onion relieves allergy
symptoms and congestion along with helping reduce cholesterol. Onion can
treat and prevent cataracts, atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease
and helps remove heavy metals from the body. Onion has antimicrobial
properties.
9) Selenium (Mineral)
Selenium is an essential trace mineral that functions as an antioxidant
and promotes a healthy immune system. Required in remarkably small
amounts (the RDA is measured in the millionths of a gram), selenium is
highly toxic in larger amounts. Selenium has strong anti-cancer effects
and is known to help detoxify the body and remove heavy metals including
mercury.
10) Zeolite (Mineral)
Zeolite is a natural combination of volcanic ash and sea water. With a
honeycomb-like structure it forms (teeny) tiny cage-like structures that
physically trap heavy metals without removing critical minerals. Animal
studies show zeolite to actually improve overall nutrition. A patented
process purifies zeolite (since it is a heavy metal magnet it is already
'full' when found naturally). Purified zeolite has been shown to help
prevent and reverse the growth of cancer cells. While it seems
promising, it appears that more independent studies on zeolite are
needed as most of the research is published on "Tribute to Zeolite"
style web sites that enshrine the product.
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