Naturopathic Medicine | Do You Know Nutrition: Read Labels To Avoid Toxins

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

I read an article that stated that the human body stores between 400 and 800 toxic chemicals. A study conducted by Columbia School of Public Health stated that 95 percent of cancers can be attributed to diet and environmental toxicity. Is there a list of toxins that we should avoid to lessen our risk of developing cancer? Can you please share your thoughts and a list of toxins in our foods and our environment?

Here is a list of what I will refer to as the top toxins and what they are contained in whether it be a food or environment. This list is by no means all inclusive since there are more than 75,000 chemicals produced in North America, more than 3,000 chemicals added to our food, more than 9,000 chemical preservatives, emulsifiers and solvents used in food processing and many more new chemicals introduced each year.

Ultimate Frozen Shoulder Therapy Guide.

Has Your Life Been Completely Disrupted Due to Severe Stiffness, Pain and Limited Mobility in Your Shoulder?

Discover How a Medically Proven Exercise Program Designed by a Physical Therapist Will Finally Help You Decrease Pain, Improve Motion and Regain the Use of Your Arm Again!

Read More: Visit Publisher Site

Below is a list of the most prevalent toxins that are circulating in our food, water and air supply.

Polychlorinated Biphenyls that are referred to as PCB’s, which has been banned in the United States, but is still present in our environment.

Pesticides, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 60 percent of herbicides, 90 percent of fungicides and 30 percent of insecticides are known to be carcinogenic.

Molds, from contaminated buildings, can cause a wide range of health problems from a small amount of exposure.

Phthalates are chemicals used to lengthen the life of fragrances and soften plastics. Primary sources are plastic wraps, plastic bottles and plastic food containers.

Volatile Organic Compounds, according to the EPA, are in more indoor air because they are present in numerous household products like varnishes, cosmetics, moth repellents and air fresheners.

Click here to view rest of article from original site