High Levels of Mercury in Women
One in every ten women of childbearing age has dangerously high levels of mercury in their bloodstream, almost reaching potentially hazardous levels.
Lead Levels in Low-Income Individuals
People living below the poverty line are more likely to have elevated blood lead levels.
Contaminants in Food
Industrial contaminants like dioxins, PCBs, and mercury, alongside microbial contaminants such as E. coli and natural contaminants like aflatoxins, are often found in our food.
Pesticide Residues in Food
In 1998, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Pesticide Data Program found detectable pesticide residues in 55 percent of all food samples tested. Data from 1994 to 1996 revealed that 25 percent of food samples had levels of cancer-causing pesticides, and 34 percent contained neurotoxic pesticides.
DDT in Breast Milk
Some studies estimate that 99 percent of breast milk from women living in the United States contains measurable levels of DDT, the first modern toxic chemical pesticide.
Antibiotics in Meat
In the United States, the livestock industry uses eight times more antibiotics than for human disease prevention. If you consume meat, you are likely exposed to these antibiotics.
Effects of Synthetic Vitamins
A study showed that pigs fed large amounts of synthetic B vitamins produced sterile offspring. Synthetic vitamins offer little nutritional value.
Commonly Used Oxidizing Agents in Bread Processing
Chlorine, acetone peroxide, benzoyl peroxide, and nitrogen dioxide are commonly used oxidizing agents in the processing of white flour for white bread production.
Salt and Sodium Chloride
The Center for Science in the Public Interest claims that sodium chloride, or common table salt, might be the single deadliest ingredient in our food supply.
MSG and Its Negative Health Impacts
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a toxic substance that can cause adverse reactions, brain lesions, endocrine disorders, and other health issues.
Acrylamide in Food
Acrylamide, a chemical used industrially in some plastics, is also formed by heating starches. High levels of this chemical are found in French fries, potato chips, and crackers.
Cancer Risk from Chlorinated Tap Water
An alarming study published in the American Journal of Public Health estimates a 95 percent risk of developing cancer from regular consumption of chlorinated tap water.
Aspartame Degradation
Within 20 minutes of entering the body, aspartame begins breaking down into methanol, formaldehyde (a class-A carcinogen), and formic acid.
Chemicals in Coffee
Over 70 percent of the world’s coffee supply is contaminated with toxic pesticides and chemicals. It’s estimated that one cup of coffee contains over 2,000 chemicals, many of which are gastrointestinal irritants and cancer-causing agents. Additionally, the high heat used in roasting makes the natural oils rancid, adding to its chemical load. Choosing organic varieties is a healthier option.
Contaminants on Floors Affecting Babies
Playing and crawling on typical floors exposes babies to contaminants like dust mites, mold, and mildew. Just one day of exposure is equivalent to a baby inhaling the toxins from four cigarettes.
Indoor Air Pollution
Each year, indoor air pollution causes the deaths of 1.6 million people due to pneumonia, chronic respiratory diseases, and lung cancer. Most of these deaths occur in the developing world, but it’s still vital to avoid inhaling smoke from any sources.
Chlorine in Drinking Water
Numerous studies have linked chlorine in drinking water to bladder and rectal cancer.
Arsenic in Drinking Water
The National Resources Defense Council estimates that up to 56 million people in 25 states have been drinking water with unsafe levels of arsenic, a major cancer-causing agent.
Fluoride in Everyday Products
Bottled water, infant formulas, toothpaste, mouthwash, and even vitamin supplements now contain fluoride. Fluorides are more toxic than lead and only slightly less poisonous than arsenic.
Points to Remember
Regardless of who you are, where you live, or what you eat, you are constantly exposed to toxic chemicals in the environment. These chemicals and toxic metals produce harmful free radicals in the body, impair cell and organ function, and lead to serious health issues.
While it’s impossible to completely avoid these contaminants in today’s world, you can minimize your exposure by eating organic food, purifying your water, and cleansing your body. Additionally, using Global Healing’s Chemical and Toxic Metal Cleanse Kit can help detoxify your body. If you try it, let us know how it works for you!
