Heavy metals. Build-up of heavy metals and other toxins can be a hidden factor in chronic illness. Every person living on the planet today, however, is carrying some heavy metals and no one really knows how much is enough to cause disease. The biggest source of concern is amalgam dental fillings (though recent opinions are suggesting that amalgam fillings do not shed as much mercury as once thought). A healthful diet and lifestyle, along with key supplements will generally reduce heavy metals in the body. Because with heavy metals in complex, save heavy metals for last on the list. If you are still not getting better, ask your doctor about testing.
Hair samples — the least reliable method of testing for heavy metals.
Blood test — valuable only for testing acute exposure.
24-hour urine after DMSA— most accurate assessment. Urine is collected for 24 hours after use of DMSA 100 mg to pull heavy metals out of tissues.
Organic toxins. The presence of organic toxins (pesticides, plastic residues) is almost a given and can be addressed with dietary and lifestyle modifications. Chlorella is excellent for pulling organic toxins out of the body.
