re. carbon with meals/ mercury detox protocol

Activated charcoal is a terrific absorber. When you take it with food
it absorbs a lot of your nutrients. This would not be at all good to doon
a regular basis.
Some good info. on mercury detoxification can be read at:
http://www.mercola.com/2001/jun/2/mercury_autism.htm/.
The following is from
http://www.mercola.com/article/mercury/detox_protocol.htm/. Go there for live links included in the protocol description.
Regards,
Shivani
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Mercury Detoxification Protocol

1. Diet
Avoid all sugar and milk, limit all processed foods and most grains,
especially wheat. Read the Optimal Wellness Handout every day for two weeksand
follow it. Read the detailed version at least twice.
It will be important to have a high protein diet as the sulfur bearing amino
acids in the protein will greatly facilitate detoxification. Do NOT attempt
to fast during DMPS mercury detoxification. If you are a vegetarian you will be
at HIGH risk for complications from DMPS unless you have a large amount of
protein.
Whey protein can be used as a supplement as it is high in glutathione and
branched chain amino acids. Two large tablespoons are used per drink and that
can be taken once a day and twice a day for the week prior to DMPS chelation.
Autistic children can't use this product as it contains casein. They can use
pure branched chain amino acids. You can start with one capsule twice daily
and mix with food. Work up to two capsules twice a day for the week prior to
DMPS chelation.

2. Beneficial Bacteria
Take one quarter to one half teaspoon once a day of a high potency high
quality strain. It is vital to have an optimized bowel flora for detoxification.

3. Maintain two to three bowel movements per day
If you are not having this many bowel movements make certain that your
thyroid status has been checked. It is very common for mercury to affect the
thyroid. If your thyroid function is fine then you should add some magnesium.
If you are on long-term magnesium it is important to take some calcium with
it or after awhile you will develop an imbalance in your calcium magnesium
ratio which could result in severe cramping.
Freshly ground flax seed several teaspoons per day will facilitate
intestinal movement and also contribute some healthy essential fatty acids.

4. Unload the connective tissue with Chlorella or ProChitosan
Chlorella and ProChitosan are an important part of the detoxification
program, as approximately 90% of the mercury in our bodies is eliminated through the
stool. Chlorella is an algae and, unlike Protchitosan, has protein high
levels of chlorophyll and other nutrients which can be used for nourishment.
The chlorella powder is the most cost effective approach but some people
will prefer the tablets or capsules for convenience. A simple way to dissolve the
powder is to place it in a container with a lid partially filled with water.
Then tighten the lid and shake to dissolve and drink the solution.
Caution: About 30% of people can't tolerate chlorella. This may be due to
optimized function of the enzyme cellulase. If you are unable to tolerate this
it would be wise to consider adding an enzyme with cellulase in it to help
digest the chlorella.

Dose: One can start out with a one quarter of a teaspoon of the powder (one
500 mg tablet) once a day initially to confirm that there is no
hypersensitivity present. Work up slowly over one to two weeks to a dose ofone teaspoon (ten
tablets or capsules) per day. Once you tolerate this dose you are able to use
it to bind the mercury. Use this dose starting two days prior to your
chelation and for one day afterwards. The chlorella will thoroughly coat your
intestine and bind like a sponge to any mercury that the DMPS liberates into the gut.
The above dose is based on a 150 pound adult. If you are using the program
for children reduce the dose proportionately. (So a 30 pound child would have
have 30/150 or 1/5 (20%) of the dose).

Caution: If at any time one develops nausea or starts "burping up" the
chlorella taste then the chlorella should be stopped immediately as a food
sensitivity is developing which will only worsen if you continue taking it.If this
happens you should switch to ProChitosan This binds similarly to mercury. Its
dose is dependent on your bowel movements.
If you have one bowel movement a day or less you should start two days prior
to the DMPS . If you have two or more bowel movement you can start 24 hours
prior to the DMPS. Stay on it for 24 hours after the DMPS. So you will be on it
either two or three days. The dose is two capsules three times a day. Be sure
to drink it with plenty of water and increase magnesium if constipation
develops.
Porphrazyme from Biotics Research is another alternative to chlorella that
many clinicians have had success with in mercury detoxification.

5. Start Garlic or MSM
It would be wise to start on garlic regularly to enhance sulfur stores. Use
the food, rather than the supplement garlic. Try to get in three cloves per
day, but decrease the dose if your odor becomes socially offensive.
Again, as indicated in the chlorella section above, children will have
proportionately lower doses.
MSM is a form of sulfur which will help your body to remove the mercury. The
initial dose is one capsule twice a day. Increase by one capsule a day until
you are at three capsules twice a day. If you have root canals and are
chronically sick you may want to increase to five capsules three times a day.

6. Start Cilantro
Cilantro will help mobilize mercury out of the tissue so the DMPS can attach
to it and allow it to be excreted from the body. The best form of cilantro is
a tincture available from Dragon River (505-583-2348).
The dose is one dropper applied on the wrists and rubbed in twice a day for
the two weeks preceding the DMPS IV. It is used the morning prior to the DMPS
chlelation but can be stopped for the following two weeks. The tincture is
also particularly useful for any joint pain and could be rubbed on the joint that
is hurting as an alternative.
You can also augment the tincture with using the herb. It is not as potent,
but certainly will add to the program. However, like chlorella, many people
are sensitive to oral cilantro. So, if you develop any nausea or discomfort
after eating cilantro do not use it orally.

7. Mineral Replacement
It is important to have a generally healthy mineral base. The body works
better with toxic metals than no metals at all. Enzymes have certain binding
sites that require a metal for them to perform their function as a catalyst. When
you are deficient in magnesium, sodium, zinc and other minerals, the body does
not let go of the toxic metals very easily.
Selenium and zinc are particularly important trace mineral in mercury
detoxification and should be used for most people.
Generally the citrate form of minerals works quite nicely unless one has an
low blood phosphorous level. It is important to not take copper or iron though
unless a clinician has examined a hair analysis and or blood work and
recommended these minerals. Thorne Research has Citramins II which is citrated
minerals without copper or iron.

Hydrochloric Acid:
If you do not have a sufficient amount of hydrochloric acid secreted by your
stomach then it will be very difficult to ionize mineral supplements to
absorb them properly. There is a hydrochloric acid reflex present on the lowest rib
approximately one inch lateral to the midline. If this area on the rib is
tender to palpation there is a strong likelihood the person is deficient in
hydrochloric acid and would benefit from supplementation.
This is especially common in individuals over 50 years old, and also in
individuals with food allergies. One to six capsules or more of Betaine
hydrochloride is generally taken with the first bite of every meal for proper digestive
support. The Betaine can be discontinued once the reflex point in non-tender
to deep palpation.
Monitoring Your Mineral Dosing
It will be very important to monitor your mineral levels during the
detoxification program. This should be done initially and at least every 6-12 weeks. I
only recommend two labs to do this work. Trace Elements and Analytical
Research as they are the only two labs that do not wash the hair samples prior to
analysis.

8. Digestion and Gall Bladder Support for Autism
Liver and gallbladder congestion are major issues in states of toxicity. To
insure that your gallbladder bile flow is functional add magnesium taurate or
taurine, butyric acid (Butryex 559-433-3110)
The dose of the Butyrex initially is 1/8-1/4 of capsule. Gradually increase
the dose to 5 capsules 3 times daily. The Butyrex has a offensive odor which
is lessened by keeping it in the freezer. Additionally inserting the powderin
applesauce, raw honey or elderberry cough syrup may improve compliance.
Digestive enzymes (containing lipase) and CCK (stimulates contraction of the
gall bladder. These can be used one hour after meals containing fat. CCK is
taken after dinner (high fat meal)

• young children 1/4 tablet
• older children 1/2 tablet
• teenagers 1 tablet
• adults 2 to 4 tablets


Your ability to clear toxins will be impaired if you do not have proper fats
to support digestive function. Your diet should contain adequate fat from
unprocessed pure oils. Omega Nutrition, Flora or Arrowhead Mills
• sunflower
• safflower
• sesame

OR fats naturally found in foods:
• seeds
• nuts
• avocado
• free range organic poultry, eggs, or meats

9. Antioxidants
Vitamin C and E. It would be wise to take Unique vitamin E one capsule per
day and about 250-500 mg of vitamin C with each meal. If you are exercising
aggressively you can take 1000 mg of C 15-30 minutes prior to exercising. It is
also wise to consider adding 2-4,000 mg of Vitamin C powder to a half gallon of
water and drinking that throughout the day.
It will be VERY important to take 2000 units (typically five of the 400 unit
capsules) of vitamin E the day of and the day after the DMPS injection as
this will decrease the side effects of the detoxification reaction considerably.
You can also take 1-2 grams of vitamin C immediately prior to the DMPS
injection.

10. Start Monthly DMPS Injections, Suppositories or Transdermal
You should not have DMPS if you still have amalgam fillings. If they have
been removed the injections can be started on a monthly basis. Collection of the
urine is then down to analyze how much mercury is being excreted. One must
urinate completely prior to the injection.
I perform the analysis at 90 minutes as that is most convenient, but others
do four or 24 hour collections. The DMPS injections are generally given about
six times or until the level drops into single digits or you are feeling
better.
For pediatric patients
You can click here to find out why I don't recommend DMSA mercury chelation.
Since an IV is such a traumatic event for most children it is probably wise
to use a rectal suppository version of DMPS which is available from most
compounding pharmacists. Another alternative is to apply the dose transdermally with
DMSO. This is very similar to the way that the hormone secretin is being used
for many autistic patients.
The dose is 5 mg of DMPS per kg of body weight and is generally given oncea
month. The urine collection for pediatric patients incorporates a bag to
collect the urine for mercury analysis.

11. DMPS Alternative
Some people do not tolerate DMPS well. This is especially true for those who
have damage in the central nervous system, such as those with MS or ALS or
children with fragile brain architecture. If this is the case there are several
options. PCA (peptid clathrating agent) spray can be used. The dose is 4
sprays under the tongue every day or every other day. One may use a dipeptide amino
acid or mixed mineral succinates such as Champion Nutrition Muscle Nitro.


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[hidden email] wrote:
> Activated charcoal is a terrific absorber. When you take it with food
> it absorbs a lot of your nutrients. This would not be at all good to do on
> a regular basis.

Well, the folks who sell activated charcoal seem to disagree with
the above... :-)

I've read that the charcoal only attracts particles with a certain
type of charge -- a charge associated with toxins and things bad
for you. Nutrients and things good for you are repelled by the
charcoal, so they don't stick. Also, I've read about people who
have taken a lot of activated charcoal daily for years, and
reported no bad effects.

In my limited testing of activated charcoal (two different
brands), I've found that my reaction doesn't appear to be consistent
with the claims that it just stays in the gut and absorbs
toxins. My reaction includes pains in my head and feet, increased
heartrate and dehydration. I find that I need to limit my
usage of charcoal to less than one capsule per day to avoid
adverse effects, even though the label says to take up to
12 capsules a day!

Marc