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Smog, pesticides, mercury, chlorine, fluorides; we know they're in our environment and we know they can harm us. But how much?
We explore these environmental "hidden" chemicals and give you the facts. We also give you a solution to handle chemicals that are lodged in your body. |
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50 Years of Fluoridation - Celebration or Shame?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 7/1/2002
The year, 1995, marks the 50th anniversary of fluoridation and the deliberate addition of fluoride to drinking water, for the avowed purpose of preventing tooth decay in children. Differences with orthodoxy are apparent in literature appearing from those in the dental profession and concerns over its viability as a social program are being expressed by its strongest supporters.
Asbestos Deaths Up, Climbing
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 7/23/2004
Asbestos deaths in the United States have skyrocketed since the late 1960s and will probably keep on climbing through the next decade because of long-ago exposure to the material, once widely used for insulation and fireproofing, the government said Thursday.
Cadmium Being Found in More and More Americans
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2010
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) just published its third "National Report On Human Exposure To Environmental Chemicals." Their study tested the blood and urine samples of about 2,400 people for 148 different chemicals.
Facts About Fluoridation You Did Not Know
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 2/27/2002
Did you know that fluoride used to fluoridate water is an industrial waste product from the phosphate fertilizer industry? It is an unprocessed hazardous waste, contaminated with a number of toxins, particularly arsenic. Better think twice about that "safe water" you're drinking.
FDA Under Fire Over Planned Mercury Advice
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/11/2003
Consumer advocates are again urging the government to advise pregnant women to limit tuna consumption, arguing that some varieties contain more potentially harmful mercury than others.
For Radiation, How Much Is Too Much?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 11/29/2001
In their efforts to protect Americans from the hazards of radiation, federal agencies have found themselves in a quandary. People are constantly exposed to radiation from natural sources — from cosmic rays, radon seeping out of the earth and radioactive substances in soil, water, food and even from potassium in the human body itself.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 10/11/2012
Gadolinium use in MRIs linked to Kidney Disease
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 3/20/2011
Find out why kidney disease that is associated with a gadolinium-based contrast agent used with MRI and MR angiography.
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis - Sample Report
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2006
An actual report of one of our patients is shown complete with graphics and explanation of the findings.
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis References
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2006
Scientific references if you want more detailed information.
How the Liver Works
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 9/23/2011
The liver is one of the most important organs in the human body. Our largest organ, the liver is located in a central position of the abdomen, and is intimately involved in almost every aspect of the body's processes. Because of its central role, liver disease strikes at the very heart of the body's functions and processes - and can be extremely life-threatening. You cannot live without a liver. We cover in detail the functions of the liver.
Mercury In Your Fish?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 3/28/2002
Fish is beyond compare as a source of many nutrients vital to the developing infant, some of which may actually enhance development of the nervous system in babies and young children. Widespread contamination of fish with toxic mercury, however, has cast a shadow over the nutritional benefits of fish.
National Academy of Sciences Backs Stricter Mercury Standards
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 3/28/2002
The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) says the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was using correct science in setting tight standards for mercury exposure to protect at-risk groups, namely children of women who consumed large amounts of fish during pregnancy.
New Arsenic Drinking Water Standard Issued
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 11/17/2001
Arsenic occurs naturally in rocks, soil, water, air, plants and animals. According to the EPA, international studies have linked long-term exposure to arsenic in drinking water to cancer of the bladder, lungs, skin, kidney, nasal passages, liver and prostate.
Pesticide and Organophosphate Toxicity - What is It?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 2/4/2009
Globally, some 2.5 million tons of pesticides are applied annually—most targeted at agricultural crops. Approximately 250 basic chemicals made by more than 50 companies are registered for use as pesticides in food and feed production in the United States. This article discusses where pesticides come from and the risks associated with their exposure.
Scientific Fact, Industry Fiction
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 8/8/2002
If you've followed the debates about chemical contaminants in the environment, you've probably already heard at least one of these claims before: "These chemicals meet EPA standards," or
"You'd have to drink a swimming pool of this stuff before it would affect you," or "There's no evidence that this compound harms humans." On their surface, many of these statements appear reasonable. But once you scratch the surface, they prove to be little more than carefully constructed fictions and half-truths that obscure the real facts. Find out more.
Studies Documenting the Effectiveness of the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2006
There are many scientific studies documenting the use of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis. Read them here.
Study Finds Health Risks In Farmed Salmon
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 5/23/2004
Farm-raised salmon have significantly higher levels of cancer-causing pollutants than wild salmon captured in the ocean and may pose health risks, according to a new study.
The Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 6/25/2004
I often tell my patients that the gastrointestinal tract is much like a carburetor in a car. Your digestive tract tract must take gasoline (your food), and then mix it with air (enzymes and other digestive juices). If this mixing process goes well, your car runs and doesn't cough or sputter. How efficiently your fuel burns determines to a large extent how many years you're going to get out of your car. Although a rather crude analogy, this principle does hold true for the human digestive tract. There are many points along the digestive where some "burning" process can go awry and cause seemingly unrelated problems elsewhere in the body. This article will discuss those various places and give you a very good detail of what can go wrong.
The Danger Lurking in Your Shower
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 8/25/2005
A new study from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine claims that you risk permanent nervous system (brain) damage if you regularly inhale water vapor, when showering, which contains manganese.
The Hidden Toxin You May be Breathing in Your Shower
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2010
Nearly 9 million people in the United States are exposed to manganese levels that may cause toxic effects. And while small levels of this naturally occurring metal can be found in food and many types of rocks and enters the air, soil and water, high levels of manganese are mainly found in wells and private water supplies.
The Trace Metals
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2006
A detailed description of all of the trace metals, where we get them in our diet, what supplements contain the trace metals, signs and symptoms of excessive exposure, and information regarding the specific metal.
What is the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 10/11/2012
The Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis is one of the most rapidly advancing fields in medicine with applications across the treatment spectrum. Research during the past three decades suggests that the relationship between hair element concentrations and human health is a complex process related to exposure, absorption, and tissue distribution of essential and toxic elements.
What YOU Can Do to Help
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 5/30/2002
Here's your chance to change the face of health care. Your opinion and most importantly your ACTION CAN and DOES make a difference. We've provided many links to on-line petitions that only take a few minutes to complete.
Why Heavy Metals are a Hazard to Your Health
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2009
Metals can directly influence behavior by impairing mental and neurological function, influencing neurotransmitter production and utilization, and altering numerous metabolic body processes. Systems in which toxic metal elements can induce impairment and dysfunction include the blood and cardiovascular, detoxification pathways (colon, liver, kidneys, skin), endocrine (hormonal), energy production pathways, enzymatic, gastrointestinal, immune, nervous (central and peripheral), reproductive, and urinary.
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