🔬 Heavy Metal Toxicity: A Functional Medicine Perspective
Heavy Metal Toxicity: Quick Summary The Problem Heavy metals (mercury, lead, arsenic, cadmium, aluminum) accumulate in tissues over years, disrupting energy production, depleting antioxidants, and causing inflammation across multiple body systems. Main Symptoms Brain fog, memory loss, neuropathy Severe fatigue, exercise intolerance Autoimmune issues, frequent infections High blood pressure, heart problems Thyroid/hormone dysfunction Chronic digestive issues Testing Standard tests miss chronic toxicity. Need: Provoked urine challenge (gold standard) RBC elements Supporting markers (glutathione, oxidative stress) Treatment (Requires Professional Supervision) Prepare (2-8 weeks): Optimize glutathione, liver, kidneys, gut Chelate: Medical (DMSA/EDTA) or natural (modified citrus pectin, chlorella) Bind: Charcoal, clay, fiber to prevent reabsorption Repair: Antioxidants, mitochondrial support Timeline Treatment: 6-18 months Improvement: 2-4 months Full recovery: 1-3 years Critical Points Never chelate without preparation—can redistribute metals to brain Requires qualified practitioner Self-treatment is dangerous Recovery is possible with proper protocol Who Needs Testing Anyone with chronic unexplained symptoms, dental amalgams, high fish intake, occupational exposure, or autoimmune conditions.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.
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