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Danica Patrick on detoxing from heavy metals — Whalespan

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Danica Patrick on detoxing from heavy metals

Paul Saladino8m · 2022-08-18

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✓Well SupportedOrganic kale can have higher levels of thallium than non-organic kale.✓Well SupportedLarger fish like tuna, swordfish, and shark tend to have high amounts of mercury and other heavy metals.✓Well SupportedOmega-3 fatty acids can be obtained from food sources such as fatty fish, salmon roe, and fatty meats from grass-fed animals.◐Partially SupportedHeavy metal toxicity is common in individuals with breast implants.◐Partially Supported

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Vegan protein powders have significantly higher levels of heavy metals compared to animal-based protein powders.

◐Partially SupportedMercury was detected at 170 in Danica Patrick's toxicity test, above the danger zone threshold of 5.

◐Partially SupportedLead toxicity can be hereditary.

✕Not SupportedReducing calories by cutting fat led to feeling worse and gaining weight.

✕Not SupportedHeavy metals, contaminants, and mercury are concerns in fish consumption, even in lower-mercury fish like salmon.

◐Partially SupportedQuitting seafood for six months can resolve high mercury levels.

◐Partially SupportedReducing fat intake is the quickest way to cut calories because fat has nine calories per gram.

◐Partially SupportedEggs, particularly the whites, can be a significant food sensitivity for some individuals.

✕Not SupportedEggs are a significant source of food sensitivity for the speaker.