The kidneys are like the janitors of our bodies. They balance the water and mineral levels in the blood, and they remove the waste and extra fluids which we excrete. The kidneys have great absorption ability, which is good for collecting and removing unwanted material from the blood, but it also makes the kidneys the […]
The symptoms commonly associated with heavy metal toxicity can also be symptoms shared with other serious health issues. Chronic health issues should always be discussed with a physician. Because these symptoms can be caused by multiple issues, it is important to be properly tested for the possibility of heavy metal toxicity, which should never be […]
In 1978, the U.S. federal government banned the use of lead-based paint over health concerns. If you live or work in a building in the United States that was painted before 1978, there’s a chance you may have been exposed to lead-based paint. Lead is one of the leading causes of environmental contamination, but exposure […]