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Portland, Oregon Successfully Votes ‘NO’ on Water Fluoridation

Portland Uses Science and Integrity to Defeat Fluoridation the headlines read, accompanied by photos of cheering crowds and bright, smiling faces. Residents of Portland, Oregon, have successfully voted against a recently proposed water fluoridation program, keeping more than a half million Americans safe from the potentially toxic side effects of fluoridated water. Residents voted against the fluoridation proposal 61% to 39%, sealing what many are calling one of the most significant victories against the controversial practice to date.

By admin| 2013-06-03T07:15:58+00:00 June 3rd, 2013|Fluoride in Your Water|Comments Off

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|Comments Off

Actor Ed Begley Jr. Calls for Fluoride Choice, Not Mandate

The fluoride-free dentistry movement has recently gained some star power, as actor and environmental advocate Ed Begley Jr. released a new Public Service Announcement (PSA), speaking out against the dated and potentially dangerous practice. The PSA was released in conjunction with the Fluoride Action Network, a leading advocacy group that aims to spread awareness for the toxicity of fluoride among citizens, scientists, and policymakers.

By admin| 2013-05-20T17:39:36+00:00 May 20th, 2013|Fluoride in Your Water, Water Fluoridation|Comments Off

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|Comments Off

How to Avoid Insecticides in Fruits and Vegetables

Fresh fruits and vegetables are more than just delicious. These colorful foods are packed with the vitamins, minerals, and water our bodies need to make us look, feel, and function at our best. Health professionals have traditionally recommended eating about 2-4 servings of fruit and 7-13 servings of vegetables each day, however, that recommendation has nearly doubled in recent years. As Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity make it more difficult for an estimated 1 in 133 Americans to eat certain wheat-based foods, a growing number of individuals are compensating by eating more fruits and vegetables. Unfortunately, the use of insecticides and other genetically modified organisms (GMOs) can pose a serious threat to long term health.

By admin| 2013-04-16T08:09:49+00:00 April 16th, 2013|Holistic Dentistry, Nutrition|Comments Off

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|Comments Off

Are Mercury Fillings Safe?

Groups like the American Medical Association and the FDA that advocate the use of mercury fillings, also known as silver fillings or amalgam, acknowledge that mercury is a toxic heavy metal that can cause neurological problems, but they still insist that it is safe to use as a tooth filling for cavities. These fillings release mercury vapor each time a person chews on them, causing the body to inhale and absorb this toxic vapor. Eighty percent of this vapor accumulates in the body’s tissues because the body is unable to effectively excrete it.

By admin| 2013-02-25T03:00:18+00:00 February 25th, 2013|Holistic Dentistry|Comments Off

Does Gluten Cause Weight Gain?

Research published in the January 2013 Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry explains that the major factor of obesity is not calories, but gluten. It says that weight gain from wheat consumption isn’t from the calories, but from the gluten proteins that disrupt the endocrine and exocrine systems in the body and alters metabolism causing weight gain.

By admin| 2013-02-18T03:00:45+00:00 February 18th, 2013|Nutrition|Comments Off

Health Alert: Processed Foods May Double Risk of Colon Cancer

According to the National Cancer Institute, colon cancer has the second highest mortality rate among all cancerous conditions (i). Each year, an estimated 140,000 or more Americans are diagnosed with colon cancer, making the condition the 4^th most common type of cancer diagnosis. Alarmingly, the rates of obesity and processed food consumption have also risen alongside colon cancer rates. In light of these recent trends, health experts are asking a very important question: Are processed foods contributing to the spread of obesity and cancer?

By admin| 2013-02-07T00:34:16+00:00 February 7th, 2013|Nutrition|Comments Off

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|Comments Off