Articles related to "Mercury Poisoning"

Dental fillings made of Amalgam (Silver) have been around for over 100 years, but in the past few decades serious concern has arisen over their safety,

Some commentators have argued that the symptoms of autism are the same as the symptoms of mercury poisoning. A careful examination of the facts reveals otherwise.

Governments need more help from their citizens in order to produce and enforce public policies to eliminate toxins from industrial and technological productivity.

You should avoid contact with thiomersal, a known allergen and mercury compound. Thiomersal is found in many personal and household products. Choose natural products.

Due to MethylMercury pollution, many commercially available fish pose health threats to consumers. See FDA recommendations and specification here.

Swine flu vaccine safety has sparked controversy and debates rage. This article looks at the possible complications and side effects of vaccinations.

Chlorella is a green algae with many health benefits, including improving the immunity system and removing heavy metals from the blood in a process called chelation.

A little cilantro goes a long way. You buy a bunch and used less than half. This tasty salad features cilantro and stretches leftover cooked rice into a second meal.

Author Louisa May Alcott was one of the best-selling authors of the nineteenth century. A study of her horoscope reveals literary talent and a close-knit family.

Chelation therapy, which some have used to treat autistic children, should be avoided. It does not work and may cause harmful side effects.

Many issues make effective Autism treatment in India difficult, including social attitudes, political will, and environmental conditions.

Women are prescribed a prenatal vitamin during pregnancy, but taking a fish oil supplement is another way to help development of an unborn baby and health of the mother.

Biography and novels of Louisa May Alcott, American author of children's books.

Variety of species affected show that mercury pollution is widespread. Reproductive and neurological damage seen. Preventing further pollution key to saving wildlife.

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive disorder and deterioration of the brain. Good nutrition and a healthy life style can play an enormous role in its prevention.

Some people have suggested that autism is a form of mercury poisoning. A new study has found that autistic children have normal levels of mercury in their blood.

Since dental amalgam contains mercury its use has been banned in Norway and Sweden. Other countries discourage dentists from using it since alternatives are available.

A quiet controversy surrounds Vitamin D. Doctors disagree about the best ways to get enough of this essential Vitamin. Diet? Sunlight? Supplements? Does it matter?

Entrepeneurs in third world countries are using mercury to extract gold from the ground in ways that pollute the water and soil of the environment.

Elemental and methylmercury toxicity have accumulative effects on human health and can cause profound damage leading to chronic illness.

Cooperation between fishermen and river dolphins leads to habitat protection in Myanmar. Ecotourism in Burma based on dolphins and humans fishing together benefits both.

The UltraMind Solution is a self-help instruction manual and plan for healing the mind by healing the body first.

Reverend Lisa Sykes will provide the opening keynote address at the conference co-sponsored by the U.S. Autism & Asperger Association and CoMeD.

The life, times and premature death of one of the world's greatest composers.

Thomas "Boston" Corbett mortally wounded the assassin in a tobacco barn. Goaded by the pressures of fame, Corbett went insane and was committed to an insane asylum.

The mirror is one of the most intriguing objects that exist in modern culture. So why are some people so afraid of mirrors?

Author Daniel Abraham talks about his experience and advice on writing fantasy, creating new worlds, and the challenges of fantasy vs. realistic fiction.

Nausea, loss of balance, slurred speech, vision and hearing loss, inflammation, enzyme disruption are attributable to mercury exposure.

As House attempts to create a new life, Foreman tries his hand at running the team.

Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) are the light bulbs of choice for saving energy and money on utilities. But several drawbacks are forcing some to look for other options.

Great meals do not have to be expensive if you know the secrets of eating for fitness.

The article Shifting Viewpoints dealt with moving house, from an Indigenous point of view. Part Two is about what happens when you get to the other end...

From Inca legend to Spanish conquistadores, through years of slavery to incredible wealth, here is a brief history of the Potosi mines up until the present day.

Florida's panthers are critically endangered due to human activities. There are only about 80 Florida panthers left in the wild.