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Heavy Metals
 
 
heavy metals.. what are they and why are they damaging..
In small amounts our body requires metals, they can also be very damaging.
Mercury: damaging to the nervous system and to brain function. Early symptoms include fatigue, insomnia, headaches, forgetfulness, impaired judgment. found in dental filling, large fish, cosmetics and medicines (especially vaccines).

Cadmium:competes with zinc and ...leads to many enzyme deficiencies in the body, which leads to high free radical activity. it also interferes with kidney function.High cadmium levels have been associated to high blood pressure and cancer. fond in cigarette smoking, and fertilizers

Lead: causes learning and developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, strokes and seizures. Early signs of lead toxicity include headaches, abdominal aches, lessened memory and intelligence, and depression.found in paint and fertilizers

Nickel: Lead exposure and lead body levels are higher in North America than anywhere else in the world. found in paint and fertilizers

Too many heavy metals cause all of the following problems:

•Damaged or reduced mental and central nervous function
•Lower energy levels
•Damage to blood, lungs, kidneys, liver, and other vital organs.
•Physical, muscular, and neurological degenerative processes that mimic Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, muscular dystrophy, and multiple sclerosis.
•Allergies
•Cancer

 
 
Detox heavy metal smoothie everyone will enjoy!
Tropical greens-- parsley and cilantro used to detox heavy metals!

2 cups frozen pineapple
1 cup frozen coconut meat or banana
11/2 cup coconut water
1 tablespoon coconut butter
1/2 handful cilantro
1/2 handful parsley
1 cup spinach

blend till smooth

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