There are no safe amount of metals in the human body. Heavy metals are those that the body has no ability to dispose of, causing them to accumulate within the bodies fat cells, central nervous system, bones, brain, glands and hair. The accumulation of heavy metals have many negative health effects with a variety of symptoms.

Heavy metal present in the body can cause a variety of illnesses and disease such as memory problems, hormone problems, fatigue, insomnia, gastrointestinal disorders, decreased immune response, numbness, tingling, muscular weakness, impaired vision, allergic conditions, multiple sclerosis, respiratory illnesses, heart conditions, skin rashes, psoriasis, headaches, ringing in the ears, hair loss, learning disabilities, kidney disorders, liver disorders, joint pain, tremors, increased cancer risk, high blood pressure, and more.

There are many sources for exposure to heavy metals that can lead to toxicity such as cigarette smoking, eating lead paint, eating out of and cooking with ceramic glazes that are lead based, leaded gasoline, city living with elevated lead levels in the air, contaminated water, canned foods, insecticides, instant coffee, instant tea, batteries, soft drinks, refined grains, fungicides, some plastics, dental fillings, laxatives, hemorrhoid suppositories, inks used by printers and tattooists, paints, cosmetics, fabric softeners, wood preservatives, solvents, drugs, contaminated fish, jewelry, cooking utensils, antacids, over the counter drugs, douches, aluminum cookware, aluminum foil, antiperspirants and more.

As you can see, there are many sources for exposure which puts a host of people at risk. At The Health Centers, your doctor will be able to help you determine if you are risk of heavy metal toxicity. There are some simple tests which can be done including hair analysis, blood and urine tests. Many people suffer needlessly for years unaware of this condition that is poisoning their system.

Once your doctor has diagnosed heavy metal toxicity, a detox must be done to restore the body to optimal health. There are many different types of detoxification formulas and supplements. Your doctor will be able to recommend the best route. Treatment for heavy metal toxicity is often dictated by the bodies response. In other words if symptoms subside we will know we are on the right track.

Call The Health Centers today or click on our ASK US button to find out more about heavy metal toxicity.