Lead, chemical symbol Pb for plumbum (where the word plumber comes from), is a heavy metal that can be poisonous when ingested. In high doses lead can be toxic from a one time exposure, but lead poisoning typically occurs via successive smaller exposures over and extended period of time. The most prevalent mechanism of lead exposure is to the fetus during the third trimester of pregnancy, so it is important to detox prior to conception.
Poisoning Signs and Symptoms
Lead exposure can disrupt our naturally occurring bodily processes when ingested at a toxic level. It affects our gastrointestinal system, nervous system, cardiovascular system, etc. and produces many signs and symptoms.
These signs and symptoms are:
- Abdominal pain
- Abdominal cramps
- Aggressive behavior
- Constipation
- Sleep problems
- Headaches
- Irritability
- Loss of developmental skills in children
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
- High blood pressure
- Numbness or tingling in the extremities
- Memory loss
- Anemia
- Kidney dysfunction
Sources of Exposure
Toxic lead exposure can occur in several ways. Often, it is in our very own homes that we are at risk for coming into contact with this heavy metal. Some items that may contain lead are:
- House paint made before 1978
- Toys and household items painted before 1976
- Toys made and painted outside the United States
- Bullets, curtain weights, and fishing tackle made of lead
- Pipes and sink faucets, which can contaminate drinking water
- Soil polluted by car exhaust or chipping house paint
- Paint sets and art supplies
- Jewelry, pottery, and lead figures
- Storage batteries
- Kohl or kajal eyeliners
- Some traditional ethnic medicines
Exposure Levels
Different levels of exposure to lead can cause varying severity of symptoms. Even a small amount of lead in your blood can affect you daily.
- 15 micrograms in blood: Cardiovascular, nerve, kidney, and fertility problems
- 10 micrograms in blood: Increased bp, decreased kidney function, and tremors
- 5 micrograms in blood: Decreased kidney function
Chronic Health Conditions Associated with Exposure
Besides the daily effects of lead poisoning, exposure to lead can also drive chronic health conditions that can affect the rest of your life. Lead is known to contribute to chronic health conditions such as:- High blood pressure
- Heart disease
- Kidney Disease
- Reduced Fertility
Solutions
Healthy Beings offers supplements and services that can mitigate and address toxicities you might be struggling with. We also offer recommendations beyond our current available inventory. You will find suggestions below that can help prevent and reduce lead toxicity. If you have further questions, contact us HERE
- Heavy Metals Binder
- Ultra Binder
- Liposomal Vitamin C
- Liposomal Glutathione
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Consume Heavy Metal Detox Foods:
- Cilantro
- Garlic
- Wild Blueberries
- Filtered Lemon Water
- Spirulina
- Chlorella
- Barley Grass Juice Powder
- Atlantic Dulse
- Curry
- Green Tea
- Tomatoes
- Probiotics
- Maintain painted surfaces
- Remove other sources of lead exposure
- Follow a heavy metal detox protocol
- Very important to go about this in a specific way and prep the body for this process
- Meet with our Certified Health Coach
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