toxins?????

Diseases & Conditions Parkinson's Disease
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In my reading I have discovered that one of the theories is that high levels of toxins may be a cause of parkinsons disease.  The image I get in my mind is a "log jam".  It seems, to me, that the naturopathic doctors interventions are based on this theory. 
 
Does anybody know...
 
1)  If there has been any research done to see if perhaps there might be extremely high levels of toxins in people with parkinsons disease?  
 
2)  If there has been any research done to see if toxin removal procedures help any? 
 
3)  Has anyone has tried these methods of "toxin removal" that the naturopathic doctors provide and did it help any?
 
Sue, caregiver of PD patient
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Hi, New to Forum.  Mom has Parkinson's. Diagnosed a year ago, but she doesn't talk about it.  I have read about some toxin issues that I think may be part of her illness.  She is an artist and has done silverworking for quite a long time as well as worked in other mediums that involved chemicals.  I have read of chelation therapy to remove toxins.  Possible with purchasable kits of vitamins and other natural substances.  Also can be intensively administered by Drs.  My Mom won't try, but maybe if there is more info. out there...Birdwoman

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Hi, I'm a newcomer,as well. Just Joind and trhis is my first post.
As to Toxins, I came across a site today that contains a good deal of info on current reserch with regard to toxins and other possible related causes for PD. Its an NIH site;
http://www.niehs.nih.gov/oc/factsheets/parkinson/home.htm

I also have a strong interest in the subject. Altho I was diagnosed with "parkinsonianism" 5 years ago, I am still in a state of denial, and wondering whether my symptoms are due to toxins rather than to PD itself. My symptoms are limited to mobility issues, difficulty in walkingf. No tremor or other signs of PD.
Ima riba
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Welcome to healing well.Share often . we all can benefit from the knowledge of others.I also have parkinsons. Although I do have tremors many with pd don't.Hope you have a great evening,and again welcome.

Ed

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Thnks, Yekkimo,for the welcome. I found my Wat to this site rheough s book I recently bought. I am sure that ttis iis old hat to most of you biy some may not know of it. The bppk is Whst Your Doctor my Not tell you about PD by Jill Marjama-Lyons amd Mary Shomon Warner Books 2003. I also have a reference to a bik by Drs, Mark Hyman and Mark Liponos who are directors of Canyon Ranch and who talk about healing people with PD who had high levels of lead, mercury, etc, If anyone knows about this book and their work, I'd appreciate hearing from them

Ima Riba
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Hi again,

My computer has been out of order so I'm way behind on my e-mail and chatting.  I have done some more research about toxins and am really beginning to think this is the way to go.  My friend, who has PD, is ready and willing to start a detoxification process.  We found a really great, medically minded ND (naturopathic doctor) who will be supervising the detoxification.  Interestingly enough before I even learned about the possibility to toxins causing the PD my friend had told me that he felt his PD was due to the fact that he use to be a heavy machinery opperator and was daily exposed to the diesel fumes.  He said that many times he would find himself underground with no ventilation (yuck!)  It may still be another month before we start the detoxification process but when we do I'll be sure to let everyone know what our progress is along the way.  The doctor says it will be at least a six month process and may take longer!  I have a good feeling about this.  I hope I'm right! :-)

 

Sue

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I'VE HAD PD (DIAGNOSED) SINCE 1988 AND HAVE TRIED MANY THINGS. CHELATON IS GOOD FOR LEAD AND SOME OTHER HEAVY METALS TO A LESSER EXTENT.
SOME CLAY BATHS ARE HELPUL FOR MERCURY. ALSO CILANTRO... BIORESONANCE TARGETS SPECIFIC TOXINS FOR ELIMINATION.
CYNDY
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What about amalgam fillings in our mouth. Are there any studies connected with PD?
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My wife has had PD for 5 years now. Has been on several med's none of which have really done any good or has slowed down the advance of symptoms.  She started a new product which balances the bodies pH level and gets rid of the toxins in the body.  She has all kinds of engery sleeps very well now at night and has even lowered here intake of PD med's and on the weekends only takes the med's as needed.