DavidMiller
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I strongly suspect, due to various symptoms, that I am suffering from mercury contamination, caused largely by an abundance of amalgam fillings. I have seen detoxification protocols involving the use of prescription / doctor administered chelators such as DMSA or DMPS. Unfortunately, I am unemployed and uninsured, and therefore unable to afford doctors, nor dentists (particularly qualified dentists) for the removal of amalgams. As an interim measure, I would like to find a reasonably effective and economical homeopathic detox protocol that can keep me functional until I can again afford permanent countermeasures. Suggestions appreciated, especially those with sources.
Hi Nate,
Thanks for your feedback. I'm already aware of the ADA's stance on amalgam fillings. The problem is there is a lot of research that clearly refutes it. I am always skeptical, which is why I've studied this quite thoroughly, and the evidence that amalgam fillings emit mercury vapors, which are subsequently inhaled, seems to be overwhelming if not absolutely conclusive. I wish I could afford tests to confirm whether or not it is applicable in my case, but at present, it is not an option, and won't be until I find employment, which will be difficult without addressing these symptoms first.
Nate,
Thanks for your edit. It was an interesting article. The video he was discussing may indeed be flakey, but even the FDA admits that there is significant mercury vapor from amalgam fillings, and therefore further study is needed to determine whether it is hazardous to health. I've read their report to that effect. I'm not saying that I'm certain that it is, nor am I saying I'm certain it is relevant in my case. Since I'm not certain, I'm not in a position to debate it, and that's not why I posed the question. All I am saying is that I suspect it, and as such I consider it worth my time and effort to try a detox protocol. I am willing to bear the risk that it might not be effective. So, sorry if stating my reason for asking caused confusion, but my only question here is: Is anyone aware of any heavy metal (mercury in particular) detoxification protocols that do not require prescription or doctor administered chelators?
This is embarrassing. I just discovered that my understanding of the word "homeopathic" was entirely wrong. Please just ignore that word in my description above.
Hi Nate,
Thanks for your feedback. I'm already aware of the ADA's stance on amalgam fillings. The problem is there is a lot of research that clearly refutes it. I am always skeptical, which is why I've studied this quite thoroughly, and the evidence that amalgam fillings emit mercury vapors, which are subsequently inhaled, seems to be overwhelming if not absolutely conclusive. I wish I could afford tests to confirm whether or not it is applicable in my case, but at present, it is not an option, and won't be until I find employment, which will be difficult without addressing these symptoms first.
Nate,
Thanks for your edit. It was an interesting article. The video he was discussing may indeed be flakey, but even the FDA admits that there is significant mercury vapor from amalgam fillings, and therefore further study is needed to determine whether it is hazardous to health. I've read their report to that effect. I'm not saying that I'm certain that it is, nor am I saying I'm certain it is relevant in my case. Since I'm not certain, I'm not in a position to debate it, and that's not why I posed the question. All I am saying is that I suspect it, and as such I consider it worth my time and effort to try a detox protocol. I am willing to bear the risk that it might not be effective. So, sorry if stating my reason for asking caused confusion, but my only question here is: Is anyone aware of any heavy metal (mercury in particular) detoxification protocols that do not require prescription or doctor administered chelators?
This is embarrassing. I just discovered that my understanding of the word "homeopathic" was entirely wrong. Please just ignore that word in my description above.