Heavy metals in our bodies can have a considerable impact on our health. Chronic exhaustion, headaches, fatigue, tiredness, listlessness and sleep disorders are just some of the consequences of heavy metal poisoning. But not all metals are toxic to us humans. Iron, zinc, manganese, selenium and copper, for example, are vital for our organism and are involved in important metabolic processes. Nevertheless, the increasing heavy metal contamination in our food is a serious problem. As I was severely affected by this myself and had to struggle with its health effects for years, it was important to me to write an article on this topic. I would like to take a closer look at the problem of "What heavy metals can do to our bodies" and give you tips on how you can minimize your exposure to heavy metals.
Heavy metals are found in nature and often enter our environment through industrial and agricultural production. Soils are contaminated by fertilizers (sewage sludge), exhaust fumes from road traffic and industry and the use of pesticides, among other things. Animals and plants feed on the richness of soil and water and thus absorb heavy metals. Through the consumption of animal and plant foods, they easily enter the human body via the food chain. Harmful metals can also be absorbed by the body through the air we breathe and through the skin. The body can only excrete heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, aluminum, mercury and arsenic very slowly, which is why most of them are stored and the reservoir grows continuously. Even low concentrations can be very dangerous and toxic to the body. The following table shows which products contain heavy metals and how we come into contact with them.
Heavy metals are toxins that can severely damage individual organs and the entire organism. They block important metabolic processes, destroy cell structures of the immune and nervous system, inactivate detoxification systems by inhibiting enzymes and interact with essential micronutrients such as calcium, iron, zinc and selenium, which reduces their absorption. According to current research, it is known that people with a mineral deficiency absorb larger amounts of heavy metals than those who are not deficient. An iron deficiency can therefore lead to increased lead intake.
Heavy metals mainly accumulate in the central nervous system, bones, kidneys, liver and pancreas. They are associated with serious diseases such as Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, osteoporosis, kidney and liver dysfunction and cardiovascular diseases. Recognizing heavy metal poisoning is not easy, as the symptoms are often non-specific, such as headaches and aching limbs, sleep disorders, hair loss, declining performance, digestive problems, exhaustion and chronic fatigue, memory and concentration disorders, susceptibility to infections, allergies, skin rashes, chronic inflammation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, mental disorders, depression and can also occur with other illnesses. A detailed medical history as well as tests and laboratory examinations are therefore very important.
Due to the economic and industrial situation, heavy metals can hardly be avoided completely, as they are already present in our soil and water. Nevertheless, you can minimize the consumption of food and products contaminated with heavy metals by paying attention to what ends up in your shopping trolley when you go shopping. It is also very important to get enough micronutrients, as a lack of nutrients encourages the increased absorption of heavy metals. It is best to take advantage of the variety of foods to get plenty of nutrients and thus reduce your exposure to harmful substances. You should also drink enough. Lemon water in the morning, vegetable and fruit juices are particularly helpful as they are most easily absorbed by the body's cells.
There are various detoxification aids that remove heavy metals from the contaminated body. It is essential that the detoxification organs such as the liver, kidneys, intestines and lungs are functioning properly. If this is not the case, detoxifying foods and herbs can support the organs and thus promote elimination.
Heavy metals can hardly be prevented in everyday life, but you can strengthen your body with the right diet and appropriate dietary supplements and protect yourself from excessive heavy metal exposure in the long term. Successful elimination will make the symptoms disappear over time and you will feel good in your skin again.
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