Archive for February, 2009

Cleansing Toxins with PCA

Author: mom_to_one, 02 26th, 2009

Cleansing Toxins with PCAPCA is a natural and effective supplement used to cleanse the body of dangerous toxins including plaque, parasites, and heavy metals.  No matter how well we live, over time, we naturally accumulate these toxins in our bodies.  When you take PCA-Rx, you remove all the dangerous toxins from the body through stool and urine.  PCA-Rx has also been shown effective in treatment for Autistic children. 

When taking a PCA supplement, it’s often possible to see results in just 3-4 days, but within weeks most people notice a difference in clarity of thought and overall wellness.  You don’t have to be diagnosed with a specific illness to take PCA, it’s a great supplement to use for just about anyone.  In addition, side effects from PCA are quite mild, there are few documented cases of harm being caused from PCA treatment. 

Common Preservative Dangers

Author: mom_to_one, 02 25th, 2009
Common Preservative Dangers

There are many preservatives in food, drink, and medicine that provide several benefits, but some preservatives, due to their toxic nature, can also cause harm.  Thimerosal, which was used in medicine for several decades, is a volatile substance.  Thimerosal is toxic if inhaled, ingested, or even if it comes into contact with the skin.  You might then think that the last thing you would want to do is inject thimerosal into your bloodstream, but in fact, for a long time, that’s exactly what happened.

Thimerosal was used in all kinds of vaccinations including diphtheria, tetanus, and certain childhood vaccinations.  Thimerosal was also linked as a potential cause of Autism, as signs of autism manifest around the time when childhood vaccinations are identified.  Autism is also triggered by genetic factors, but it is believed by some scientists and doctors that thimerosal exposure can increase the risk of Autism developing. 

Bacteria Can Be Beneficial!

Author: mom_to_one, 02 20th, 2009

probiotics-helpyourautisticchild.jpgWhen we think of bacteria, often harmful micro organisms that cause infection, disease, and illness come to mind.  But in truth, bacteria are present within our own bodies and provide several benefits.  Bacteria break down food in the digestive system, eliminate other harmful bacteria, and even provide our bodies with essential nutrients.  The human body maintains a balance of about 85% beneficial bacteria and 15% harmful bacteria at all times.  When this balance is skewed one way or the other, serious problems can occur. 

There are even supplements that provide the body with helpful bacteria.  These supplements, called probiotics, give the body essential nutrients, vitamins, and bacteria that will improve overall health.  Probiotics are even doctor recommended as treatment for several different kinds of disease.

Chelating Agents in Heavy Metal Detoxification

Author: mom_to_one, 02 18th, 2009
Chelating Agents in Heavy Metal Detoxification

Chelating agents were introduced into medicine in World War 1 when the first compound was used as an antidote to the arsenic-based poison gas, Lewisite.  Since then, chelating agents and chelation therapy have become much more common in practical medicine.  Chelation has been used to treat a number of serious conditions with intermittent successes.  Conditions like autism, atherosclerosis, and mercury poisoning are often treated with chelation therapy, and success has been reported in some of the treatments.

When it comes to treating serious conditions, you want to do all that you can to achieve the best results.  While chelation isn’t guaranteed to work, it is safe, effective, and relatively inexpensive, and if it does work the patient will obviously be much happier than they would have with invasive surgery. 

Autism in Genetics

Author: mom_to_one, 02 13th, 2009
Autism in Genetics

There are various different opinions about the causes of autism and the best kinds of treatment, but one truth is assured, autism is genetic.  Siblings of autistic children are more than fifty times more likely to show signs of autism or Asperger’s syndrome (a mild form of autism).  Scientists have estimated there are between 3 and 20 different genes that contribute to increased risk for autism.  While it’s more difficult to predict risk for autism prior to it being recognized in a child, parents should be aware that having more children after having a child diagnosed with autism poses a risk. 

It’s a good idea to browse through the articles on autism from various publications before having children, and identify whether your child’s risk for autism before conception.  Autism runs in some families, and medical professionals can often identify risk based on genetic heritage; those families with no history of autism will have an obvious decreased risk, but this is not the only contributing factor. 

Dangers of Contact with Mercury

Author: mom_to_one, 02 11th, 2009
Dangers of Contact with Mercury

The most often recorded physical contact with mercury occurs in children.  Mercury is used in certain household items like fluorescent bulbs and thermometers, and it is when one of these items breaks that children come into contact with elemental mercury.  Mercury is a dangerous substance that can cause a number of symptoms and lead to serious health conditions.  Mercury poisoning symptoms include itching or burning pain at the area of contact, edema, peeling skin and a number of internal conditions like heightened blood pressure and kidney dysfunction.

If you suspect your child has come into contact with mercury, it’s important to immediately consult a physician.  Mercury poisoning is treatable, but if left untreated, it can have numerous harmful effects on the body.  It’s important for parents to be aware of the symptoms of mercury poisoning if your household has any of those items that contain elemental mercury. 

Dangerous Birth Defects

Author: mom_to_one, 02 09th, 2009

Birth defects mercury poisoningIt’s impossible to prevent against all the potential birth defects, but it’s important to be aware of those which can be prevented.  For example, certain childhood vaccinations contain a preservative named thiomersal which contains mercury.  Birth defects mercury poisoning is a potential risk, thus it’s important to be aware of what childhood vaccinations contain.  Serious conditions like autism have been linked to mercury poisoning and thiomersal.

It’s also important to be aware of potential birth defects that can be passed on through heredity.  Consulting a doctor and being tested for potential diseases and illnesses is essential if you’re considering having a child.  In some cases, though it is unfortunate, two healthy people can take a huge risk in having a child because of genes that run in their families. 

Heavy Metal Poisoning

Author: mom_to_one, 02 04th, 2009
Heavy Metal Poisoning

The terminology referring to heavy metals is often loosely defined, but in general it refers to those metallic elements that have toxic properties.  These metals include iron, aluminum, beryllium, mercury, and several less common other metals.  In addition, there are semimetals like arsenic that can have toxic properties as well.  These toxic metallic elements sometimes make their way into food, soil, and even the air.  Inhaling or ingesting heavy metal elements can be fatal, but if recognized, heavy metal poisoning can be treated with heavy metal detox.

It’s common to find mercury in a number of standard substances, arguably, mercury poisoning is the most common heavy metal poisoning.  Mercury is found in trace amounts in fish, and also is used as a preservative in certain vaccinations.  To purge mercury from the body, a heavy metal detox is necessary.