Mercury Poisoning

Mercury is also known as quicksilver is a metal that is toxic to living organisms. It is an odorless, shiny, silver-white liquid. Mercury can be easily found in thermometers and fluorescent light bulbs.  The said metal is extremely dangerous, even just small drops can generate enough fumes to contaminate the air in one room. Mercury can also found in fish that we eat and products we use which may be found inside the house. Mercury in the air will eventually settles into water and soil and it can be washed into waterways.  Usually if the person who’s poisoned by mercury is an adult it is totally reversible. But if the affected person is children and fetuses in the womb, it can cause long-term neurological problems. This results to lower intelligence and delays in learning motor skills.

Forms of mercury:

• elemental or metallic mercury
• inorganic mercury compounds
• organic mercury compounds

Causes of Mercury Poisoning

• Contamination from the air
• Contamination from the food we eat
• contamination from the products we use
• Accidental ingestion

Symptoms of Mercury Poisoning

• speech impairment
• hearing impairment
• immobility
• muscle weakness
• skin rashes
• dermatitis
• mood swings
• memory loss
• mental disturbances
• peripheral vision impairment
• lack of movement coordination
• Paresthesia usually around the hands, feet, and mouth

Treatment / Remedies for Mercury Poisoning

Due to high risk of mercury poisoning, it is highly recommended that home remedies intended for mercury poisoning must not administer to anyone who is poisoned unless advised by competent medical practitioners.
Alternative treatment for mercury poisoning must be administered by a naturopathic, holistic, and osteopathic physician, or a homeopathic practitioner
Treatment should be based on:

• physical examination
• biochemical testing
• extensive history  including family illness

Treatment may include:

• comprehensive diet
• vitamins
• minerals
• enzymes
• amino acids
• homeopathic remedies

Detoxification include:

• removal of amalgam fillings
• chiropractic adjustments
• stress reduction
• proper exercise
• use of a sauna
• chelation

Prevention for Mercury Poisoning

Avoiding mercury substance
Minimize usage of products that has mercury content
Cook all meat and seafood thoroughly
Wash hands thoroughly when handling food
always read the label and expiry dates of canned foods