BodyCARE Environmental Defense™
The heavy metal load of the human body is being chronically increased in today's world to the extent that, although not acutely toxic, will contribute to a decrease of the overall state of health and wellness of every patient!
Chemical poisoning with heavy metals rarely show typical symptoms, even when they exceed upper limits in the blood. However, they will contribute to the overall load and are reasons for medical complaints that are not easily apparent. This can often make a diagnosis much more difficult.
A method to reduce the chronically increased concentration of heavy metals such as mercury, lead, or cadmium to allowable limits without affecting the metabolism, essential mineral levels, serum levels, liver panel or impair intestinal function is of medical interest.
The well-known treatment for acute heavy metal toxicity using penicillamine, ethylenediamintetraacetate (EDTA), as well as other chelaters such as DMPS, DMSA, is associated with such high doses, that side effects are unavoidable. These potent pharmaceuticals cannot be taken for an extended period of time (Goodman & Gilman: "The Pharmacological Base of Therapeutics," 8th ed. New York, page 1607-08).
In chronic heavy metal toxicity, the body typically contains only traces of heavy metal. It is not possible to eliminate these traces with a few, highly concentrated dosages of complex chelators. The reason behind this is that the proteins present in sulfhydryl-groups (-SH-group) form highly complex bonds with heavy metal ions such as mercury, cadmium, or lead, for which pharmaceutically enhanced chelators such as EDTA must compete with. The removal of the heavy metal ions from the organic proteins will be easier when the complex forming bonds of the-SH groups are lowered.
BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ is a strongly diluted EDTA substance combined with selenium, containing other buffered substances used for the excretion and removal of heavy metal ions and environmental toxins.
Ethylendiamintetra-acetate (EDTA) and diethylenetriaminopenta-acetate are well suited as polyaminopoly-carbonic-acids. In an acid environment these chelators show a high affinity to form complex bonds with mercury, cadmium and lead, while the physiologically important ions such as magnesium and calcium do not. Since the pH in the stomach and intestines is acid, with exception of some parts of the lower intestines, food containing magnesium and calcium are not bound, so the orally taken complex former (BodyCARE Environmental Defense™) is completely available to bind with the heavy metal ions.
Metal ions bound to EDTA are not absorbed in the stomach-intestinal tract, but are completely excreted. Food and other sources containing heavy metal ions (air, water and mercury fumes from amalgam fillings) will be simultaneously eliminated, as well.
BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ is a liquid chelator, with physiological salts such as sodium chloride, calcium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium hydrogen carbonate, citrate and selenium.. It is possible to use this chelator in chronic heavy metal detoxification over a long period of time without any side effects. Despite the low concentration of its ingredients, the heavy metal content in the body will be significantly reduced without affecting or having an impact on the patients’ normal physiology.
The mineral concentrations in the serum of calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium and selenium ions are not influenced. In clinical trials, an insignificant decrease in the concentration of serum zinc and leucocytes was seen, as well as a minimal increase of serum levels of thrombocytes and gamma-glutamyl-transferase (GGT). The resulting values of lactate-dehydrogenase (LDH) and glutamate-oxalo-acetate-transaminse (GOT) demonstrate that the liver and intestinal functions are not influenced when taking BodyCARE Environmental Defense™.
Based on the chemical laws of isotonicity, (equal osmotic pressure in a liquid solution), free heavy metal ions are pulled from the body into the stomach/ intestinal tract and excreted. Therefore BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ enhances the electro-magnetic phenomenon by achieving a high concentration gradient that overcomes the blood-brain barrier and the mercury ions are excreted from the brain.
Clinical Investigation of BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ This investigation was done according to the recommendation of 83/571 EWG, Part IV, dated 11/28/1983 (EG#L332).
Planning, methodology, completion, evaluation and documentation went according to the appropriate principles for clinical drug testing, dated 12/09/1987 (Banz. Page 16-617).
Clinic-Pharmacological Data
- Pharmacological Dynamics
For this clinical evaluation, a standard dose of 3x40 drops was used and well tolerated by most patients. We recommend taking the solution before meals. With associated dryness of the mouth, follow the solution with water. We also recommended decreasing the dosage to 3x30 or a minimum of 3x20 drops per day when a decrease of saliva was noted. Dryness of the mouth was rarely experienced with the reduced dose and whenever it was an issue, most symptoms disappeared 3-4 weeks after taking the BodyCARE Environmental Defense™.
There was an obvious connection between the release of mercury ions from amalgam fillings by BodyCARE Environmental Defense™, and the subsequent depressive effect of this release on the salivary glands. It turns out that the amount of liquid taken by the participant is of particular importance. Participants were instructed to drink a minimum of 2 liters of water per day to ensure adequate mercury excretion by the kidneys. However, not all participants followed the recommendation. Those participants, who drank less increasingly complained of mouth dryness .
The time-relationship-effect concludes that BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ is fast absorbed and its’ maximum effect occurs during the first 1-3 hours when the most excretion takes place. Because of this, it is necessary and indicated to take the solution 3 times per day. The increased digestibility after a few weeks concludes that either a tolerance occurs or that the mercury elimination is sufficiently advanced.
To see the effect on the body, blood panels must be assessed (especially calcium, magnesium, zinc as well as heavy metals), to check for toxic consequences within the kidneys and to determine mercury excretion. Also, liver panels to determine metabolic performance and evaluate possible hepatotoxic action of BodyCARE Environmental Defense™. According to the published data, there were no negative responses when observing blood count; life essential mineral concentration also did not change. Only zinc was significantly decreased, and therefore, zinc supplementation should be considered whenever necessary. Thrombocyte count also decreased slightly, while leucocytes increased minimally. On the other hand, mercury levels decreased, as well as other heavy metal ions (lead, cadmium), which is seen as a positive finding.
Specific kidney parameters showed no negative consequences to the kidneys. In regards to the liver panel, we recognized a small insignificant increase of gamma-GT-values. The observed changes in LDH and GOT are not significant. This is most likely because of the increased demand placed on this organ with the excretion of toxic metal ions. - Pharmacokinetics and Bio-availability
A pharmacological determination of absorption, distribution, change, and excretion of BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ or its by-products did not occur. This is unusual with homeopathic diluted agents. The optimum dose is a compromise between desired effect on one hand and side effects on the other. Here it was a minimal dose of 3x20 drops and an optimal dose of 3x40 drops. The maximal dose should not be strived for. - Effect with continued use
The therapeutic goal of mercury elimination can't be achieved in a short time because mercury is either deposited or bound to various organs. A fast mobilization by chelators can bring considerable side effects.
Because of this it is normal and appropriate to take BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ over at least a 3-month time span. Longer time periods are only indicated when, for example, there are mercury extractions, removal of amalgam fillings or new fillings are being placed.
We know that BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ is an excellent solution as long as the mercury concentration in the serum, urine or sputum continues to be high, and there are occasionally new chemical exposures that would make it useful to continue taking the solution daily. - Side effects
None are known. In this study, no patient gave such an indication, although it should be mentioned that all participants had a naturopathic medical orientation and do not take pharmaceuticals.
Clinical Therapeutic Data
The results of this study was based on 74 participants and was documented statistically, including side effects. Each patient was questioned about side effects during the exit interview. Questions centered on how the solution was taken, as well as how they felt during the trial and how they tolerated the solution. This information is given whenever known.
- All users were clients from the HG Homeopathic Clinic, which is the practices of Drs. Pieper/Bender, Hautzel, Rebien and Schneider, as well as from the dental practices of Drs. Obermayer and Obreschko.
- Testing Method: More than 60 participants were examined, all having mercury-amalgam-fillings; their mercury and heavy metal load was checked and the effects of the BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ on this heavy metal burden.
- Hypothesis: Will BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ reduce this load significantly after taking it for 3 months? For verification and documentation, blood, urine, and sputum examination was used, as demonstrated on the enclosed table. Absorption spectrometry, done at the Diagnostic Center for Mineral Analysis and Spectroscopy (Lowensteinst. 9, Michelrieth), was the specific method used to measure these metals within the serum.
- The company produced BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ (a liquid solution enriched with minerals in addition to 100 ml of oxygen). The standard dose recommended by the manufacturing company was 3 x 20 drops/day. It was recommended to take a teaspoon of BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ before meals, followed with water. The dose was modified when necessary for the participant.
- The test was done over a 3-month period. Because it took 3 months to find appropriate test participants, the complete study lasted from January 1, 1995 until July 31, 1995.
- No additional therapies were done or recommended.
- The desired effect was a decrease of the serum mercury, lead, cadmium, and palladium concentrations upon completion of the program.
- Undesirable effects were any associated dryness of the mouth, stomach problems and occasional nausea. These were present in a few cases and BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ was discontinued. Those problems generally decreased after 3-4 weeks. Nevertheless, in a few cases an adjustment of the dosage was necessary. Side effects were generally only noted for 1-2 hours and did not cause any further problems.
- The therapeutic value of the BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ in the context of other chelators that are currently on the market is seen as follows:
Chelators work relatively fast, but they are also very strong with a relative high washout of important trace elements and a high degree of specific side effects. BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ works much gentler than most common chelators. Although during the treatment a significant decrease of the body's heavy metal ion load was seen, this is accomplished without greatly disturbing the mineral and trace element relationships. The reduction of zinc should be looked at with caution and may easily be corrected throughout the treatment.
A small increase in the liver panel is, as mentioned earlier, partly due to the increased load on the liver while eliminating heavy metal ions. In a few isolated cases, it was observed that those values completely approached normal levels within a few days or weeks, particularly when liver supportive and excreting therapies were simultaneously administered. All liver panel values were normal upon completion of the BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ study.
Should a patient have liver damage, and have for example an increased transaminase value, BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ should be given very carefully while evaluating the risks.
BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ is not suitable for acute mercury poisoning or very high new toxic ion loads.
BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ has its greatest value as a middle and long-term therapy for sub-acute or chronic mercury toxicity. For this it is the optimal product.
The side effects of BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ are minimal when compared to the overall effect. Those side effects can be totally eliminated through a modification of intake and dose. No associated risks are connected with the use of BodyCARE Environmental Defense™. After discontinuance of the BodyCARE Environmental Defense™, any effects disappear within hours.
Because of this, BodyCARE Environmental Defense™ is an excellent therapy that will fill today's market niche, in view of the numerous patients carrying a chronic toxic mercury and heavy metal ion load. It is a necessary solution for that particular market.
Dr. med. Manfred Doepp, Loewensteinstr. 7, 97828 Marktheidenfeld, Germany
HYGIENE CARE FOR PEOPLE AT RISK OF LEAD CONTAMINATION
(Lead Recycling Company (Foundry/Smelting), located in Guayaquil, Ecuador; South America.)
As a concern for the occupational health of the people working at the foundry we have implementing a Chelating treatment in order to drop the lead levels in blood to its normal parameter for people working in this kind of business.
26 Employees began treatment with BodyCARE Environmental Defense, people with at least 40 u.g./dl. of lead in blood. The patients began with the treatment as follows:
- First week at 30 drops daily
- Second week at 60 drops daily
- And Four weeks more at 120 drops daily.
- Total weeks of treatment 6.
| Lead Test | Lead Test | ||||||
| Nombres | Time @ Job | Age | Before | @ 6 weeks | DIF. | ||
| 1 | Arteaga Pareja Cideine | 2 years | 36 | 61 | 40.35 | -33.85% | |
| 2 | Gonzabay Chávez Jose | 10 years | 29 | 74 | 65.4 | -11.62% | |
| 3 | Navas Tinoco Fidel | 3 years | 28 | 76 | 50.4 | -33.68% | |
| 4 | Retto Peñafiel Vicente | 7 years | 29 | 51.3 | 50.7 | -1.17% | |
| 5 | Suárez Suárez Vicente | 10 years | 47 | 59 | 40.95 | -30.59% | |
| 6 | Villamar Reinoso Agustín | 10 years | 31 | 44.1 | 34.6 | -21.54% | |
| 7 | Díaz Cornejo Johnnson | 7 years | 42 | 55.5 | 48.67 | -12.31% | |
| 8 | Muñoz Cedeño Julio | 1 year | 32 | 54.8 | 46.65 | -14.87% | |
| 9 | Jama Pilay Bernardino | 3 years | 27 | 70 | 55.65 | -20.50% | |
| 10 | Díaz Macias Raúl | 4 years | 31 | 52.8 | 44.77 | -15.21% | |
| 11 | Chila Pérez Javier | 4 years | 33 | 52.5 | 38.62 | -26.44% | |
| 12 | Preciado Tamayo Jose | 1 year | 25 | 50.5 | 41.2 | -18.42% | |
| 13 | Santana Toro Johnny | 5 year | 29 | 57.8 | 31.5 | -45.50% | |
| 14 | Cabezas Ramírez Xavier | 6 months | 25 | 39.2 | 28.85 | -26.40% | |
| 15 | Dañin Terán Carlos Luis | 10 years | 37 | 40.5 | 26.17 | -35.38% | |
As we can see, patients have dropped their lead levels in an average of approximately 25% not considering patient number 4 because I think he did not follow the treatment at all. Also should be mentioned that no employee was off his job for this period, they all continued working in their usual area.
After this period of treatment looking the good results, I recommend to continue the use of BodyCARE Environmental Defense in order to prevent future toxicity with lead.
Dr. Miguel Aguayo.
How to prove the efficacy of BodyCARE Environmental Defense
1. Put 10 ml of urine into the beaker
2. Do the Dithizone Heavy Metal Test.
3. Note the degree of metal concentration.
4. Fill up the beaker again with the same urine and add BodyCARE Environmental Defense (approx. 5 drops of BodyCARE Environmental Defense per 1ml of urine). And do the test again.
5. The colour in the test tube now remains green. The electrically active heavy metals are neutralized or chelated. Not many chelators on the market can show the same efficiency.
