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Canadian Voters Aim to End Water Fluoridation

Is fluoride safe? The question is divisive, separating two main factions of health professionals that have very different opinions on the matter. Those in favor of the outdated practice say adding fluoride to public drinking water is a safe way to prevent tooth decay. Those opposed to fluoride disagree, urging Americans to consider that there is no clinical evidence that supports fluoride’s ability to reduce tooth decay. By contrast, there are countless studies that correlate fluoride consumption with severe illness, arthritis, and even death. This November, several Canadian communities will have the chance to voice their opinion on the controversial topic.

By admin| 2014-11-06T15:54:25+00:00 November 6th, 2014|Fluoride in Your Water, News, Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

Fluoride Epidemic Disproportionately Harms Black Community

Did the United States government fail to warn the black community about their disproportionate risk of suffering from the side effects of water fluoridation? Documents show evidence of such negligence, according to a press release published by the Fluoride Action Network (FAN).

By admin| 2014-10-28T17:55:59+00:00 October 28th, 2014|Fluoride in Your Water, Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

Israel Announces End to Water Fluoridation

Israel has officially ended water fluoridation, stoking the controversial issue on the global scale. On one side are dentists and organizations (including the American Dental Association) that support water fluoridation, saying it is an effective way to prevent tooth decay. On the other side, a growing number of scientists and world-renowned research institutions object to the outdated practice, with some naming it a sloppy and ineffective form of medicine. Most alarming was a paper published by the Harvard School of Public Health in 2012, in which researchers issue a strong word of caution against the use of fluoride in public water systems. Read more about this breaking story, and learn 8 reasons why health experts say to stay away from fluoride.

By admin| 2014-09-07T18:19:50+00:00 September 7th, 2014|Fluoride in Your Water, Holistic Dentistry, Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

Freedom of Choice: Lessons Learned from Portland’s Fluoride-Free Victory

At the end of 2012, Portland city council members met behind closed doors in an attempt to pass a public water fluoridation mandate. When word of the council’s plan leaked, citizens sprang into action, collecting an unprecedented 400,000+ signatures to bring the controversial decision to the public for a vote. Six months have passed since that time, and we're happy to announce that the residents of Portland have successfully voted to keep public water free of fluoride. So, what can we learn about Portland’s recent underdog victory against the pro-fluoride lobby?

By admin| 2013-06-10T12:49:19+00:00 June 10th, 2013|Fluoride in Your Water, Holistic Dentistry|0 Comments

Fluoridegate: Watch the Inside Story of Water Fluoridation

Water fluoridation has been hailed as one of the greatest achievements in public health of the 20^th century, particularly in the fight against tooth decay and oral disease. However, an ever-growing body of research indicates that fluoride accumulates in the body and causes serious health issues. As scientists and health professionals increasingly warn Americans about the potentially toxic side effects of fluoride ingestion, one is left to wonder: Why is fluoride being added to our drinking water?
Fluoridegate—An American Tragedy explores this looming question, citing original research findings from as early as the 1950s that describe the dangerous side effects of fluoride exposure. Produced and directed by former President of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT), Dr. David Kennedy, Fluoridegate takes an uncensored look at the sordid history of water fluoridation programs and their true impact on public health.

By admin| 2013-05-27T03:00:06+00:00 May 27th, 2013|Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

Fluoride Free Victory: Israel Lifts Mandatory Water Fluoridation

The fluoride free movement continues to see unprecedented momentum in 2013 as Israel announces the phase-out of public water fluoridation requirements. First put into action in 2002, Israel’s fluoridation mandate formerly required all municipalities to treat public water with fluoride. That mandate will be lifted within a year, however, empowering Israeli municipalities to reduce exposure to the potentially toxic mineral by going fluoride free.

By admin| 2013-04-23T11:41:33+00:00 April 23rd, 2013|Holistic Dentistry, Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

Fluoride-Free Movement Sees Unprecedented Momentum in 2013

The beginning of 2013 has been an eventful and progressive time for the fluoride-free water movement. As of March, at least 9 new communities have put an end to public water fluoridation. Elimination of these programs means an additional 372,626 Americans will be protected from the potentially toxic side effects of fluoride exposure, according to statistics gathered by the Fluoride Action Network.

By admin| 2013-04-01T03:00:03+00:00 April 1st, 2013|Water Fluoridation|0 Comments

Assure A Smile Supports a ‘Fluoride-Free Florida’

Since the early 1900s, American citizens have been led to believe that fluoridated water helps to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent tooth decay. However, there is a wealth of research that indicates fluoride exposure may cause serious bodily harm. Fluoride has been shown to accumulate in vital soft tissues, like the Pineal Gland of the brain, and it may cause severe damage to the kidneys, reproductive system, and may even lower IQ scores among children. In this light, it is easy to see why holistic dentistry professionals and fluoride-free water advocates believe that supplementing public drinking water with fluoride is ineffective, costly, and potentially toxic to residents.

By admin| 2013-01-21T03:00:47+00:00 January 21st, 2013|Fluoride in Your Water|0 Comments

Top 10 Reasons to Oppose Water Fluoridation

The Fluoride Action Network is perhaps the most well known fluoride-free advocacy group in the world, comprised of licensed medical professionals, scientists, and health professionals united in the fight against unethical water fluoridation (i). Together, the team seeks to spread global awareness for the toxicity of fluoride among citizens, scientists, and policymakers. The organization has compiled hundreds of studies from health professionals and research organizations from across the world. According to their findings, here are 10 of the top 50 reasons to oppose water fluoridation:

By admin| 2013-01-14T03:00:05+00:00 January 14th, 2013|Fluoride in Your Water|0 Comments

Is There Fluoride in Your Wine?

Many U.S. wines contain fluoride levels that are too high to allow them to be exported to Europe and other countries that have lower fluoride limits than the United States. These wines often contain as much as six parts per million of fluoride, as compared to the Environmental Protection Agency’s maximum contaminant level for fluoride of four parts per million.

By admin| 2012-10-08T03:00:47+00:00 October 8th, 2012|Fluoride in Your Water, Holistic Dentistry, Water Fluoridation|0 Comments