Many ordinary, everyday products have toxic metals in them. Toxic metals are in the foods we eat, the water we drink, and the air we breathe. The human body requires extremely trace amounts of a few metals, but too often the concern is with getting too much, rather than too little. Metal poisoning occurs as a result of the unhealthy accumulation of specific metals in the body. Metals become toxic when the quantity is too high and it takes very little to be too much. (more…)
Let's be honest, human history is cluttered with screw-ups of catastrophic proportion. In a list that would extend for miles, incorrect ideas about mercury is one that really stands out. Although it’s a natural element found in the earth’s crust, often in regions with volcanic activity, its natural status doesn’t mean it’s safe. (more…)
A documentary was recently released that I am a part of. It's called "Mercury Undercover." This gripping documentary breaks down why mercury is toxic, what mercury poisoning does to your health and what we can do to protect ourselves and future generations. Have you ever wondered how much mercury you encounter in your lifetime? It will surprise you, it will probably shock you. I am very proud to be one of the film's contributors. Here's a short teaser clip featuring myself. (more…)
A few weeks ago, I posted a video on our blog about a new documentary coming out called Mercury Undercover. This new documentary will discuss the dirty truth about mercury, the dangers it poses to your health and how the people in power want nothing more than to "protect" you from the real truth about Mercury. (more…)
Recently, officials from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Food and Drug Administration issued new recommendations regarding seafood consumption limits for women who are pregnant or nursing. This release marks the first update on recommended fish consumption since 2004. In this update, recommendations were made in regards to the minimum amount of low-mercury fish a pregnant woman should eat. Past recommendations were non-specific and only recommended a maximum amount. Recommendations from these organizations often based their guidelines on the fact that most fish can be a prime source of dietary […]
