Water fluoridation, while touted as one of the greatest public healthcare achievements of the 20th century, appears to be a double edged sword. Although studies have linked it to a decrease in the development of tooth cavities, other less-desirable effects include:
- Endocrine disruption and thyroid effects.
- Decrease in bone density.
- Potential risk of fluoride toxicity for individuals with renal issues.
- Damage to areas of the brain.
- Issues in children’s neuro-development.
- Impairment of immunological function.
- Increased rate of certain types of cancer.
Dentists everywhere suggest the regular consumption of fluoridated water can decrease tooth decay. However, I question whether this another case of Western Medicine treating the symptom not the cause.
As Bruce Lee said, it is not the daily INCREASE, but the daily DECREASE … By this logic, a more appropriate solution may not be to INCREASE the levels of fluoride in drinking water, but to DECREASE lifestyle factors contributing to tooth decay such as your child’s consumption of sugary and starchy foods.
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