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Fish Is Great Nutrition. Fish is healthy low fat food, and oily fish can be a great source of Omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Studies indicate that there is a definite link between the consumption of fish and lower rate of heart disease. Research is also beginning to indicate that the Omega 3 in oily fish provide essential fatty acids that are necessary for the brain for learning, focus and concentration. In addition, Omega 3 helps our skin and is a natural anti aging nutrient. The consensus is out that fish is a highly beneficial food to add to our diet. In fact ,The American Heart Association recommends at least two, 3 ounce ( when cooked) servings of fish weekly. Salmon, herring and trout are examples of oily fish that are high in Omega 3.
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Some Fish Are Not Safe To Eat. Fish may contain medium to high levels of the toxic metal mercury due to the runoff from agricultural toxins in our environment. Mercury can be very toxic to our nervous systems, brain, kidneys and developing fetus. The effects on the brain may not show up initially but later may cause moodiness, irritability, changes in vision and hearing, fatigue, depression, anxiety, feelings of insecurity, tremors and memory problems. Many people with high levels of mercury from dental fillings or ingesting mercury or breathing in the fumes at the workplace live with illness fatigue or nervous symptoms that they do not even realize may be being caused by mercury exposure. Some fish are lower in toxic mercury than others. click here for a chart that tells you which fish are high or low in mercury.How much and which fish are safe to eat ? The "Got Mercury Calculator" at http://www.gotmercury.org/ helps you determine the mercury content of a wide variety of fish. ( For educational purposes only)
The
Difference Between
Farm Raised Fish and Wild Fish
Farm raised fish:
Fish that are farm
raised are man raised for the sole purpose of food production; they are plentiful and cost less
than wild caught fish , but according to research, because of
the sewage conditions they are raised in, the feed they are fed, and the
harmful dyes that are used to give them color, they contain
questionable amount of toxins that may be bad for your health. The following
article explains about the hazards of eating farm raised fish.
Wild Fish: Some fish are caught in their natural habitats. Although they live free and are not confined to swimming in sewage like pools, our natural waters have become polluted also may contain heavy metals and other pollutants that may also contaminate fish. Go to www.gotmercury.org to find out which fish have the highest and lowest levels of mercury. The bottom line: Is fish a safe food to eat? Their are many different opinions and many different studies that indicate you should be cautious about which fish you choose to eat and how frequently. Fish itself is a healthy food. However, the high levels of toxins and heavy metals in many fish create some risk in eating it. Best choice: Try to find fish like salmon that is caught wild from unpolluted waters. Although more expensive, it may present less potential risk. Stay away from Tuna and swordfish which are two fish that tend to be highest in mercury content. What if you are concerned that you have heavy metals in your body? How can you detoxify your body of mercury? Mercury and other toxic metals can be detoxified from your body. This should always be done under the supervision of an experienced professional. As toxins travel through your body, they can lodge in other places if you are not careful. Mario Romero is has over 30 years experience helping individuals using herbal nutrition to help restore wellness and balance to the body.. This is a supervised program you can trust. For more information about our services click here FAQ Disclaimer: Please note that we are not medical doctors and do not diagnose or treat disease. All information in this website is for educational purposes only. If you are in need of medical advice or treatment, please consult a licensed medical doctor. Consult your doctor before making any changes in your diet. |
- How does mercury get into our system.. ?
- How does mercury affect us.. ?
- Is there a test to tell us how much mercury exposure we have ... ?
- Is there anything we can do to rid the body of mercury ... ?
- A Mercury calculator to determine the content of mercury in everyday fish choices
- What services are available at The Holistic Experience ?. ?
How does mercury get into our system?... ?
- Vaccinations, flu shots, dental fillings or other medical treatments
- Eating fish that is contaminated with methyl mercury
- Breathing mercury vapors in the air from pollution, car exhaust or in a dental office
- Breathing vapors in a contaminated workplace such as industry that burn mercury containing fuel, incinerators
- Thermometers and fluorescent light bulbs ( If they break)
Things that may help:
- Ask your doctor to give you shots that do not contain mercury in the base. Ask to be informed of the ingredients of any shots or vaccinations.
- Ask your dentist if he/she is mercury free. Use only mercury free dentists, especially for children.
- Do not use mercury thermometers or fluorescent light bulbs; they contain mercury. If they break be extremely cautious how you pick up the mercury. do not allow children to touch the mercury balls that form. Be sure to clean up all of it and don't breath in the vapors from it
- Reduce your consumption of fish, especially fish that is high in mercury. Learn which fish have higher mercury contents.
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How does mercury affect us... ?
Mercury is a highly toxic substance that has found its way into our food chain. It is dangerous because it may affect the brain and nervous system by causing physical and or neurological difficulties. Young children and babies are even more sensitive than adults. Pregnant woman must be extremely careful because mercury can pass from the mother to the fetus in high amounts. Nursing mothers can also pass mercury to the fetus through the milk. Individuals with mercury toxicity may experience, irritability, memory problems, changes in hearing and vision, tremors, depression, anxiety, nervousness.
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Is there a test to determine if I have high levels of mercury. ?
Tests are available that measure levels of mercury in your system. Your doctor can order blood or urine samples that can reveal your levels of metallic and inorganic forms of mercury toxicity. In addition, for whole blood or hair analysis can measure methyl mercury exposure. A hair analysis can be ordered by a holistic practitioner We are able to order a hair analysis in our office.
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Which fish is low or high in mercury.. ?
Predatory fish like tuna and swordfish are very high in mercury.
The "Got Mercury Calculator?" at http://www.gotmercury.org/ can help you determine the mercury content of a variety of fish
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What services are available at The Holistic Experience ... ?
If you have dental amalgams in your mouth or have worked in a dental office, you may have been exposed to considerable amounts of mercury. If you have memory problems, feel foggy, confused, depressed, anxious, or nervous you may want to you may want to find out if you have high levels of mercury in your system. We are not medical doctors, however, we can order a hair analysis which can reveal the level of mercury and other metals in your hair. As healthy lifestyle " teachers" we can give you suggestions for the nutritional support needed to assist you to help release metals from your body.
For additional questions and answers about our services or to make an appointment call 267-254-4144 or E-mail us at vegyid2@yahoo.com
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How can you detoxify your body of mercury?
Mercury and other toxic metals can be detoxified from your body. This should always be done under the supervision of an experienced professional. As toxins travel through your body, they can lodge in other places if you are not careful. Mario Romero is has over 30 years experience helping individuals using herbal nutrition. He uses iridology ( the science of the iris of the eye) to identify toxins and then based on your evaluation, prepares a safe protocol to help restore balance to your system. This is a supervised program you can trust. For more information about these services click here FAQ
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