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Fluoride & Thyroid disease
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My wife drinks more water than I do, I guess I store it better than she does; maybe not. Juice, water, all count as water. I buy bottled water, and it's not that expensive. Shop at WalMart.harbinator said:
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You dont have to avoid toothpaste that contains fluoride, unless you're planning on swallowing it; that's where the harm is.Agent Dana Scully said:
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Your tongue is an organ that can absorb the flouride, and your skin, hence the need for shower filters and such.
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This explains it better. The FDA put a warning label that pretty much says that fluoride is toxic.
The general population is exposed to fluorides in the air and in food, but the main source is found in drinking water. Fluorine, as sodium fluoride, is contained in most municipal drinking water supplies in the United States and has been credited by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, U.S.A.) as “one of the 10 greatest achievements in public health during the 20th century.” Community water fluoridation was first implemented in the United States in 1945, after recognizing that fluoride hardens tooth enamel.
However, an excess accumulation of fluoride in the body can lead to demineralization of bone and tooth enamel, to a toxic condition called fluorosis. Bony changes, characterized by osteosclerosis, exostoses of the spine, and genu valgum, usually are seen only after prolonged high intake of fluoride in adults. These changes occur due to the fact that fluoride is not biodegradable and it accumulates in the body and bones resulting in a toxic or poisoning effect.
Fluoride and Toxicity
The Merck Manual also discusses issues of the toxicity of fluoride. Excess accumulation of fluoride, fluorosis, occurs in teeth and bones in proportion to the level and duration of fluoride intake. Dental fluorosis is most evident in permanent teeth that develop during high fluoride intake. The earliest changes are chalky-white, irregularly distributed patches on the surface of the enamel. Over time, these patches become stained yellow or brown, producing a mottled appearance. Severe fluorosis weakens the enamel, pitting its surface.
The accumulation of fluoride in bones causes a condition known as skeletal fluorosis. In rare cases, consuming too much fluoride over a long period of time can result in dense but weak bones, bone spurs on the spine, and crippling due to calcification of ligaments.
The ongoing debate about the benefits of water fluoridation has been vigorous regarding the risk versus the benefit. Recent studies seem to suggest that the beneficial effects of fluoride are achieved through topical use and not through ingestion. Many Western European countries have rejected water fluoridation. In Belgium (a country which does not fluoridate its drinking water), a study commissioned by the health ministry found that excessive use of fluoride products increased the risk of osteoporosis and could damage the nervous system. As a result, in August 2002, Belgium became the first country in the world to prohibit fluoride supplements (fluoride chewing gum, tablets and drops). They did not, however, ban fluoride-containing toothpastes at that time because of the topical benefits in the prevention of tooth decay.
The potential danger regarding fluoride-containing toothpastes appears to be the accidental ingestion of fluoride due to inadvertently swallowing the paste and the absorption of fluoride via the mucous membrane (lining of the mouth) and tongue. A milligram can be absorbed in as little as two brushings. That equates to one plus milligrams of absorbed fluoride per day (Keeping in mind that the fastest method of administering stimulant drugs during a cardiac attack is sub-lingually -- under the tongue.). Swallowed or not, anyone using a fluoridated toothpaste will absorb at least this much, and some of us more. Young children are at the higher risk because they are more likely to swallow fluoride-containing toothpastes and rinses -- if not properly supervised by a parent or guardian.
Due to this concern, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA, U.S.A.) requires the following warning statement on the packaging of all fluoride-containing toothpastes:
“Warning: Keep out of the reach of children under 6 years of age. If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.”
Our extensive exposure to fluoride, in our water and food chain, has lead some medical professionals, scientists, and dentists to recommend the elimination of fluoride from the public water supply, and to avoid using fluoridated toothpastes.
Cuprident
When biochemist Gerry Maurer developed Cuprident Toothpaste and Foam Rinse, he decided not to add fluoride to his formulations. Dr. Maurer wanted his products to be all natural and safe to use. Cuprident’s patented MCC™ Formulation contains an ionic copper complex that coats the teeth, inhibiting the colonization by bacteria, but it does not penetrate the tooth enamel. Cuprident contains no fluoride, but its active ingredient (MCC™) is compatible with the use of fluoride.
There are “caries-prone” individuals who may benefit from added topical fluoride applications. In proper, controlled amounts, fluoride can make teeth more resistant to caries (cavity) formation. Dentists can apply a treatment or prescribe, on a case-by-case basis, fluoride preparations (gels and rinses) that can be very beneficial to certain individuals. The choice of using a fluoride-containing product in addition to Cuprident is, therefore, up to you and your dental professional.
References
There are many articles and websites on the internet devoted to the fluoride debate. The articles referenced below are provided as references to this page and for consumer convenience in order to provide a more comprehensive overview and variety of informational sources, both pro and con, which may help in drawing your own conclusions about the use of fluoride.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.A.)
http://www.cdc.gov
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (U.S.A.)
http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tfacts11.html
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
http://www.epa.gov
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
http://www.fda.gov/
Report of the Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Fluoride of the Committee to Coordinate Environmental Health and Related Programs
http://www.cda.org/public/pubhsrvc.html
Merck Manual of Medical Information – Second Home Edition
http://www.merck.com
The International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology
http://www.iaomt.org
Chemical and Engineering News
http://pubs.acs.org/cen/books/8233/8233books.html
Holistic Healing Web Page
http://www.holisticmed.com/fluoride
American Dental Association
http://www.ada.org
News Release: Exposure to Several Fluoride Sources May Explain Increase in Enamel Fluorosis.
http://www.ada.org/public/media/releases/0202_release05.asp
Fluoride Action Network
http://www.fluoridealert.org
The Fluoride Debate
http://www.fluoridedebate.com/question02.html
Why We Should Not Fluoridate The Water?
http://www.stopfluoridation.homestead.com/VoteNo.html
Holistic dentists say fluoride risks outweigh benefit.
http://observer.thecentre.centennialcollege.ca/life/fluoride031902.htm
THE ECOLOGISTS: Rethinking Basic Assumptions
http://www.theecologist.org/archive_article.html?article=170&category=92
Anti-fluoridation forces are gaining ground, organizing, finding public and political support.
http://proliberty.com/observer/20020521.htm
The general population is exposed to fluorides in the air and in food, but the main source is found in drinking water. Fluorine, as sodium fluoride, is contained in most municipal drinking water supplies in the United States and has been credited by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, U.S.A.) as “one of the 10 greatest achievements in public health during the 20th century.” Community water fluoridation was first implemented in the United States in 1945, after recognizing that fluoride hardens tooth enamel.
However, an excess accumulation of fluoride in the body can lead to demineralization of bone and tooth enamel, to a toxic condition called fluorosis. Bony changes, characterized by osteosclerosis, exostoses of the spine, and genu valgum, usually are seen only after prolonged high intake of fluoride in adults. These changes occur due to the fact that fluoride is not biodegradable and it accumulates in the body and bones resulting in a toxic or poisoning effect.
Fluoride and Toxicity
The Merck Manual also discusses issues of the toxicity of fluoride. Excess accumulation of fluoride, fluorosis, occurs in teeth and bones in proportion to the level and duration of fluoride intake. Dental fluorosis is most evident in permanent teeth that develop during high fluoride intake. The earliest changes are chalky-white, irregularly distributed patches on the surface of the enamel. Over time, these patches become stained yellow or brown, producing a mottled appearance. Severe fluorosis weakens the enamel, pitting its surface.
The accumulation of fluoride in bones causes a condition known as skeletal fluorosis. In rare cases, consuming too much fluoride over a long period of time can result in dense but weak bones, bone spurs on the spine, and crippling due to calcification of ligaments.
The ongoing debate about the benefits of water fluoridation has been vigorous regarding the risk versus the benefit. Recent studies seem to suggest that the beneficial effects of fluoride are achieved through topical use and not through ingestion. Many Western European countries have rejected water fluoridation. In Belgium (a country which does not fluoridate its drinking water), a study commissioned by the health ministry found that excessive use of fluoride products increased the risk of osteoporosis and could damage the nervous system. As a result, in August 2002, Belgium became the first country in the world to prohibit fluoride supplements (fluoride chewing gum, tablets and drops). They did not, however, ban fluoride-containing toothpastes at that time because of the topical benefits in the prevention of tooth decay.
The potential danger regarding fluoride-containing toothpastes appears to be the accidental ingestion of fluoride due to inadvertently swallowing the paste and the absorption of fluoride via the mucous membrane (lining of the mouth) and tongue. A milligram can be absorbed in as little as two brushings. That equates to one plus milligrams of absorbed fluoride per day (Keeping in mind that the fastest method of administering stimulant drugs during a cardiac attack is sub-lingually -- under the tongue.). Swallowed or not, anyone using a fluoridated toothpaste will absorb at least this much, and some of us more. Young children are at the higher risk because they are more likely to swallow fluoride-containing toothpastes and rinses -- if not properly supervised by a parent or guardian.
Due to this concern, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA, U.S.A.) requires the following warning statement on the packaging of all fluoride-containing toothpastes:
“Warning: Keep out of the reach of children under 6 years of age. If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.”
Our extensive exposure to fluoride, in our water and food chain, has lead some medical professionals, scientists, and dentists to recommend the elimination of fluoride from the public water supply, and to avoid using fluoridated toothpastes.
Cuprident
When biochemist Gerry Maurer developed Cuprident Toothpaste and Foam Rinse, he decided not to add fluoride to his formulations. Dr. Maurer wanted his products to be all natural and safe to use. Cuprident’s patented MCC™ Formulation contains an ionic copper complex that coats the teeth, inhibiting the colonization by bacteria, but it does not penetrate the tooth enamel. Cuprident contains no fluoride, but its active ingredient (MCC™) is compatible with the use of fluoride.
There are “caries-prone” individuals who may benefit from added topical fluoride applications. In proper, controlled amounts, fluoride can make teeth more resistant to caries (cavity) formation. Dentists can apply a treatment or prescribe, on a case-by-case basis, fluoride preparations (gels and rinses) that can be very beneficial to certain individuals. The choice of using a fluoride-containing product in addition to Cuprident is, therefore, up to you and your dental professional.
References
There are many articles and websites on the internet devoted to the fluoride debate. The articles referenced below are provided as references to this page and for consumer convenience in order to provide a more comprehensive overview and variety of informational sources, both pro and con, which may help in drawing your own conclusions about the use of fluoride.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.A.)
http://www.cdc.gov
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (U.S.A.)
http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tfacts11.html
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
http://www.epa.gov
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
http://www.fda.gov/
Report of the Ad Hoc Subcommittee on Fluoride of the Committee to Coordinate Environmental Health and Related Programs
http://www.cda.org/public/pubhsrvc.html
Merck Manual of Medical Information – Second Home Edition
http://www.merck.com
The International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology
http://www.iaomt.org
Chemical and Engineering News
http://pubs.acs.org/cen/books/8233/8233books.html
Holistic Healing Web Page
http://www.holisticmed.com/fluoride
American Dental Association
http://www.ada.org
News Release: Exposure to Several Fluoride Sources May Explain Increase in Enamel Fluorosis.
http://www.ada.org/public/media/releases/0202_release05.asp
Fluoride Action Network
http://www.fluoridealert.org
The Fluoride Debate
http://www.fluoridedebate.com/question02.html
Why We Should Not Fluoridate The Water?
http://www.stopfluoridation.homestead.com/VoteNo.html
Holistic dentists say fluoride risks outweigh benefit.
http://observer.thecentre.centennialcollege.ca/life/fluoride031902.htm
THE ECOLOGISTS: Rethinking Basic Assumptions
http://www.theecologist.org/archive_article.html?article=170&category=92
Anti-fluoridation forces are gaining ground, organizing, finding public and political support.
http://proliberty.com/observer/20020521.htm
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This should be moved to "Life Extention" forum.
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