Mercury Poisoning: How To Recognize And Treat It?
Mercury poisoning is particularly bad for the brain, kidneys and lungs. Many objects in our everyday environment contain this dangerous heavy metal. Read today’s post carefully to find out how to spot mercury poisoning.
In this article, we will help you recognize the most common symptoms and advise you on how to prevent poisoning and cleanse your body of mercury.
How do you recognize mercury poisoning?
As for mercury poisoning, the type and severity of symptoms experienced by people who are poisoned will depend on the amount of mercury and the type of exposure to mercury.
The most common symptoms include:
- Impairment of the senses and the ability to see, hear and speak
- Coordination disorders
- Impaired ability to feel
- Discoloration of the skin on the fingers and feet as well as pink cheeks
- Symptoms of inflammation and peeling of the skin
- Excessive sweating
- Fast heartbeat
- Salivation
- Hypertension
- Kidney dysfunction
- Problems with memory
- Insomnia
Mercury poisoning can also cause the following diseases and conditions:
- Parkinson’s disease
- Akrodynia
- Mucopolysaccharidosis
- Minamata disease
- Alzheimer’s disease
How to avoid mercury poisoning?
Watch out for coldwater fish
Regular consumption of large amounts of cold-water fish is one of the most common causes of mercury poisoning. This is why you should be careful about the following types of fish:
- Salmon
- Tuna
- Mackerel chunk
- Swordfish
AECOSAN recommends that pregnant women and children under three years of age avoid eating this type of fish. You can go ahead and replace them with sardines, anchovies and mackerel. Salmon is safe when wild or farmed. White fish are also a great choice when it comes to heavy metal-free foods.
Natural, organic products and less pollution
Unfortunately, mercury is found in soil, water and the atmosphere. So it is difficult to avoid contact with this element completely. A certain amount of it always gets into our bodies.
However, you can choose natural, organic products – both when it comes to meat, as well as vegetables and fruit. If you live in a city, try to go to the countryside or the forest from time to time to avoid polluted air.
Mercury poisoning – other reasons
Also keep in mind that mercury poisoning can also be caused by other common factors, such as:
- Mercury thermometers. Electronic thermometers are now much more common, but many of us still have these old mercury thermometers at home. Some hospitals and clinics also use them. There is always a risk of breaking such a thermometer and the risk of direct contact with heavy metal.
- Energy saving bulbs. While mercury is now being removed from everyday items, energy-saving light bulbs are still the exception. If you break such a light bulb and inhale the fumes, you could put yourself at risk.
- Dental fillings. Many years ago, silver mercury-containing fillings were used in dentistry in some countries. They are still used in some places today. Since these fillings are in our mouths, mercury gradually enters our digestive system and the rest of the body. Acidic foods and hot dishes accelerate the breakdown of substances even more. If you decide to remove these fillings, be sure to see an experienced doctor. Otherwise the risk of poisoning will increase.
- Vaccines. Some vaccines contain a form of mercury that acts as a preservative. It should be emphasized, however, that organizations such as the WHO and the National Academy of Medicine argue that it has no negative impact on health.
How to cleanse the body of mercury?
Mercury poisoning is problematic as this element gradually builds up in the body. Natural therapies must be carried out under the supervision of a doctor. They also require patience and regularity. The effects will appear only after a few months.
Common products and ingredients used in therapy for mercury poisoning include:
- Chlorella ( Chlorella pyrenoidosa ): is a type of algae with very strong detoxifying properties. Chlorella should be organic – thanks to this you will avoid introducing further pollutants into the body.
- Coriander
- Turmeric
- Garlic
- Glutathione
Certain minerals also help treat mercury poisoning:
- Magnesium
- Manganese
- copper
- Molybdenum
- Zinc: helps protect the kidneys from the effects of heavy metals during treatment
- Selenium: increases the level of glutathione in the body
