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Mechanism of Action
How can micronutrients help prevent and treat disease The first way is the elimination of a chronic deficiency. If the diet is low in an essential nutrient, body reserves become depleted. If the deficiency is severe, clear symptoms develop quickly over a period of weeks. For example, if vitamin C intake falls sharply, scurvy develops after several weeks. Gums begin to bleed, the skin becomes hyperkera-totic, rough, and dry, and capillary hemorrhages appear in the skin.9 In contrast, marginal...
Minimizing Exposure to Toxic Metals
Environmental sources. Exposure at home and work should be avoided. Cigarette smoke especially should be avoided including passive smoke in cafes, restaurants, and at work , as well as exhaust fumes and areas where air pollution is high. Alternative dental filling materials should be substituted for amalgam fillings. Water. Contamination from plumbing can be minimized by installing new plumbing if the old pipes are corroded or contain lead or galvanized coatings rich in cadmium. Soft water...