The Alchemist’s Approach to Metal Poisoning: Transforming the Metal Burden

Autor: Wayne Briner
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2014
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Zdroj: Toxics, Vol 2, Iss 3, Pp 364-376 (2014)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2305-6304
DOI: 10.3390/toxics2030364
Popis: Metal poisoning is a global problem with humans being exposed to a wide range of metals in varying doses and varying time frames. Traditionally, treatment involves removal of the toxic source or chelation therapy. An intermediate approach is needed. This review outlines the argument for the use of essential metal supplementation as a strategy to induce metallothionein expression and displace the toxic metal from important biological systems, improving the metal burden of the patient. Specific recommendations are given for supplementation with calcium, zinc and vitamin E as a broad strategy to improve the status of those exposed to toxic metals.
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