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Worse, during periods of high bone breakdown, such as menopause, in pregnancy and lactation, or excessive weight loss, they are freed up to injure other body systems.That\u2019s why it\u2019s so critical to do what you can to reduce toxic metals in your body. Here\u2019s what I recommend:Table of ContentsToggle     3 Minutes Read1. Get enough alkalizing nutrients2. Limit exposure3. Focus on the \u201ctoxic metal\u2013buster foods\u201d4. Remember the beneficial bacteria5. Water, air, exercise1. Get enough alkalizing nutrients Chronic low-grade metabolic acidosis makes toxic metals more toxic. Alkalizing nutrients help reduce uptake and enhance excretion of toxic metals. Many of the best detoxification allies are also key bone-building nutrients:Calcium can help limit your absorption of both cadmium and lead. Maintain a calcium intake of 1200 mg a day between diet and supplementation if necessary \u2014 more if pregnant or lactating.Zinc is an essential mineral rich in detoxification compounds called \u201cmetallothioneins.\u201d Most folks should get at least 15 to 30 mg of zinc daily.Magnesium deficiency encourages uptake of toxic minerals. Strive for 500\u2013800 mg of magnesium a day.Vitamin C \u00a0is important for successful detoxification and binding of the average daily toxic metal exposure. Take at least 2000 mg of ascorbate \u2014 the form used in the body daily.2. Limit exposureYou can\u2019t avoid toxic metals altogether, but you can drink pure spring or filtered water, breathe clean air and avoid products contaminated by heavy metals (such as some seafood, dental \u201csilver\u201d amalgams) to limit exposure.3. Focus on the \u201ctoxic metal\u2013buster foods\u201dConsume \u201csuper foods\u201d high in available sulfur, including garlic, onions, ginger, eggs, broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts. Such foods enhance production of glutathione, a key antioxidant. Also, high fiber foods help the body bind and excrete toxic metals. Set a goal to consume 30 g of fiber a day.4. Remember the beneficial bacteriaMicrobes (probiotics) in the gut play important roles in protecting you from toxic metal absorption. For example, Lactobacillus microbes can sequester arsenic, lead and cadmium from the environment. Eat fermented foods and take probiotics daily.5. Water, air, exerciseDrink several glasses of pure water a day, relax and breathe deeply several times a day, and exercise often to a light sweat.As you can see, there\u2019s a lot you can do \u2013 right now \u2013 to start limiting the effects of toxins on your bone!What are your favorite ways to detoxify?References:Engstr\u00f6m, A., K. Micha\u00eblsson, M. Vahter, B. Julin, A. Wolk, and A. \u00c5kesson. 2012. Associations between dietary cadmium exposure and bone mineral density and risk of osteoporosis and fractures among women. Bone 50(6):1372\u20131378.Gulson, B. L., K. R. Mahaffey, K. J. Mizon, M. J. Korsch, M. A. Cameron, and G. Vimpani. 1995. Contribution of tissue lead to blood lead in adult female subjects based on stable lead isotope methods. Journal of Laboratory and Clinical Medicine 125(6):703\u2013712.Jaffe, R. 2013. Ascorbate\/vitamin C: Effective removal of toxic metals. Presented at International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, June. Available: https:\/\/youtu.be\/TM_z-cMYplc.Khalil, N., J. A. Cauley, J. W. Wilson, E. O. Talbott, L. Morrow, M. C. Hochberg, T. A. Hillier, S. B. Muldoon, and S. R. Cummings. 2008. Relationship of blood lead levels to incident nonspine fractures and falls in older women: The study of osteoporotic fractures. Journal of Bone and Mineral Research 23(9):1417\u20131425.Sears, M. E. 2013. Chelation: Harnessing and enhancing heavy metal detoxification\u2014A review. Scientific World Journal, Article ID 219840. DOI: 10.1155\/2013\/219840.Symanski, E. and I. Hertz-Picciotto. 1995. Blood lead levels in relation to menopause, smoking, and pregnancy history. American Journal of Epidemiology 141(11):1047\u20131058.Read our evidence-based review of science-backed supplements for stronger bones."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"The Natural Approach","item":"https:\/\/betterbones.com\/the-natural-approach\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"5 tips to protect bone from toxic metal damage","item":"https:\/\/betterbones.com\/the-natural-approach\/five-tips-to-protect-bone-from-toxic-metal-damage\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]