Mercury poisoning is a type of heavy metal poisoning caused by exposure to mercury or its chemical compounds. Mercury occurs in several forms, all of which can produce toxic effects in high enough doses. In our industrialized world exposure to mercury happens every day. Common sources of mercury poisoning include mercury based dental fillings, seafood, vaccinations, and pollution from coal-burning power plants among many others. Mercury poisoning targets the liver, kidneys, brain, heart, lungs, pituitary and thyroid glands. Mercury poisoning also increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and has recently been implicated in the rising number of autistic cases. Specific symptoms of mercury toxicity usually include slurred speech, impaired hearing and vision, a lack of coordination, and general feeling of being unwell.

Research shows that the first step in effective mercury detoxification is boosting your glutathione levels. Glutathione binding to heavy metals has been shown to be a significant factor in heavy metal mobilization and excretion, specifically when applied to mercury and other heavy metals. Glutathione supplementation has also been shown to have specific effects on mercury toxicity by altering antioxidant status in the body.

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