Minimizing Aluminum Exposure

Aluminum toxicity occurs when a person breathes in high levels of aluminum from the air, or stores high levels of aluminum in the body. Aluminum is the most abundant metal in the earth’s crust, and is present in the environment combined with other elements (eg, oxygen, silicon, fluorine). Exposure to aluminum is usually not harmful, but exposure to high levels can cause serious health problems. Symptoms for aluminum poisoning are forgetfulness, stomach pain, stomach ulcers, chronic sinus problems, low thyroid, kidney problems especially to the right kidney, dry mouth, and small and hard stools. Alzheimer's disease has also been listed as part of the symptoms of aluminum poisoning.

 THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS MAY CONTAIN TOXIC AMOUNTS OF ALUMINUM:

 Foods made with aluminized baking powder*, self-rising flour*, and salt.

The following are some of these products:
 Microwave popcorn
Salted snacks
Hot cocoa mixes
Coffee creamers
Pickles and relish
Flour tortillas
Pizza crust
Muffins
Doughnuts
Cookies
Pancakes
Waffles
Cupcakes
Cakes
Baking mixes
Brownies
Pastries
Corn bread
Banana bread
Carrot bread
Dipping batter for fried foods

 WARNING: Aluminumized baking powder is now being used in many foods that were formerly prepared without baking powder, such as pizza crust, raised doughnuts, pie crusts, cookies, waffles, prepared meats, cheeses, and other products that were once aluminum-free.

 IMPORTANT: Do not confuse baking soda with baking powder. Soda is a pure product with no additives. Baking powder is a mixture of chemicals used as leavening in countless baking products. (Leavening is what makes a cake rise during the baking process.) Many people believe that all breads are made with baking powder. This is not true. Most breads are made with yeast.

 OTHER PRODUCTS CONTAINING ALUMINUM:

Anti-perspirants
Many body lotions and creams
Most cosmetics
Shampoos and conditioners
Soaps
Suntan lotions
Lip Balm

Aluminum is also found in automobile parts, auto exhaust, cigarette filters, cigarette smoke and construction materials. Also beware of pesticides and dental amalgams.

 Ideas to get rid of aluminum:

 1. High silica content mineral water.
Volvic, which is sold at various Whole Food and Trader Joe stores, and Spritzer, which is harder to find.
volvic water
 2. Avoid aluminum by getting rid of all aluminum cookware, or Teflon cookware (can have aluminum underneath the Teflon).
aluminum free pans
 3. Do not drink from aluminum cans or use aluminum foil.

 4. Horsetail is an excellent and inexpensive herbal source of silica.
Horsetail supplement
 5. Add apple pectin to your daily routine. Apple pectin binds with metals in the body and prevents them from absorbing into the tissues, and excretes them out of the system. You can get apple pectin straight from a fresh, raw apple, or buy it in powder or tablet form where supplements are sold. At the office we have C-tox (our natural deodorant) and Vitaboom (contains apple pectin and bentonite clay) call to order 832-237-4200.

Seven Ways to manage Hidradenitis suppurativa

Seven Ideas to manage Hidradenitis Supperativa 
you can also use these suggestions for boils and cysts under your arms or in the genital area

Hidradenitis is a chronic disease of the apocrine glands (sweat glands found on certain parts of the body) and hair follicles. These glands become plugged or clogged. The condition causes chronic scarring and pus formation in the underarm, groin and/or inner thigh areas. In women it can also occur under the breasts. Hidradenitis begins with a red, tender swelling in the groin or armpit. Over time the lesions enlarge and burst open at the surface, draining clear to yellow fluid. The poorly understood disease is under-reported by those who suffer from it. However, there is some research suggesting changes in diet, warm compresses and baths, and some supplements can relieve symptoms, bring about remission, and/or minimize recurrence.

 If you or anyone in your family suffer from recurrent "boils" or "abscesses", it is possible that you or they have Hidradenitis Suppurativa.

 Treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa remains a challenge.

Therapeutic options for Hidradenitis Suppurativa are the use of local disinfectants and systemic antibiotics, as well as repeated incisions and drainage, which produce only short-term benefits. Medical management is recommended in early stages, whereas surgery should be performed as early as possible after the formation of abscesses, fistulas, scars and sinus tracts.

1. Vitamin C and Fish Oil are contained in Octovite- it also contains vitamins A and E.  All of these supplements are great for skin healing. 

 2. Turmeric- apply topically as a paste or take capsules. Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has been used for 4,000 years to treat a variety of ailments. Test tube and animal studies suggest turmeric may have antibacterial and antiviral properties, but whether it would be effective in humans is unclear.  It is also used for its anti inflammatory properties. 
It is also found in Privita (see below)

 3. Hormones- Combined treatment of antiandrogen, cyproterone acetate, and estradiol have been shown to be of benefit to women with long standing Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Treatment with antiandrogen cyproterone acetate in combination with estrogen ethinyl estradiol in combination with low-dose progestin norgestrel may significantly improve disease activity, especially in patients with mild forms of Hidradenitis Suppurativa, but many conditions fail to respond to theses treatments.
Naturally Balance Hormone levels with Privita, it can naturally balance estrogen levels.
 Estrogen Dominance Quiz 

 4. Herbs with antibacterial and antifungal activity-  Octocleanse
Yeast or bacteria can be a catalyst in the lesions.  There are herbal cleanses that can provide support for both agents and can help remove the offending agent, that often cannot be identified.

 5.  Vitagreen
Definitely consider if your body pH may be altered, as this makes many people prone to acne, cysts and infections, in addition to reducing your sugar consumption, this supplement contains many ingredients like chlorella and wheatgrass, that help alkalinize the body.
Probiotics are also contained in this supplement to help restore and rebalance skin flora.

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 6. Get your vitamin D levels tested. 
Low vitamin D appears to be linked with many autoimmune conditions and recurrent infections. 

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 7. You can also try applying organic virgin coconut oil to the skin. It has powerful antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal agents and is very good for the skin and more (see more coconut oil benefits). Tea tree is also helpful also, but may burn if used full strength. Look for Sexibalm which combines Coconut oil, tea tree oil, green tea, and many other ingredients that are beneficial for managing skin bacteria. 



 The above suggestions should not be construed as a substitute for professional medical prevention, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult with your physician, pharmacist, or health care provider before taking any home remedies or supplements or following any treatment suggested by anyone on this site. Only your health care provider, personal physician, or pharmacist can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for your unique needs or diagnose your particular medical history.

8.  C-Tox