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"Have you ever smoked or been exposed to second-hand smoke? ? Do you eat in restaurants more than twice weekly? ? Do you use bug spray in your home or have a pest control service? ? Do you use weed killer on your lawn? ? Do you dye or bleach your hair? ? Do you use cologne or perfume? ? Are you overweight, underweight, or do you have cellulite deposits? ? Does your occupation expose you to toxins? ? Do you drink alcoholic beverages regularly? ? Do you eat fish more than twice a week? ? Do you regularly swim in a pool or lake? ? Do you live in a major metropolitan area? ?" - Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith, The Detox Strategy: Vibrant Health in 5 Easy Steps (Get the book.)

"Babies should also be protected from the dangers of second-hand smoke. second-hand smoke has been shown ro increase the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome)74, 75, 76, 77, 78 and colic (page 121) in newborns.79 Initiating the breast-feeding relationship There are many reasons why women decide not to breast-feed or discontinue breast-feeding earlier than the recommended six months." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"In additon, smoking and second-hand smoke cause cadmium poisoning, a major risk for developing cancer. Sunscreens: Cancer of all types increased dramatically when sunscreens and sunglasses were introduced to the masses. (See Chapter 4 for details.) Night Shift Work: The World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has added working the night shift to a list of possible carcinogens, based on an analysis of the existing research on the topic." - Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It's A Survival Mechanism (Get the book.)

"Inhalation of cadmium released from factories, landfill incineration, and cigarettes is the second major source of exposure. second-hand smoke is dangerous as well, and presents a particular danger to newborns and small children. Absorption of cadmium from the lungs varies from 30 percent to as high as 90 percent. Once cadmium enters the body, only 1-5 percent is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract in adults, but in newborns absorption is much higher, sometimes as much as 55 percent." - Russell L. Blaylock, M.D., Health and Nutrition Secrets (Get the book.) "Second-hand smoke is also a risk to those confined with smokers. I shudder when I see children closed up in a car while their parents eagerly puff away on cigarettes. Non-smokers are also at risk. While food represents the major source of exposure, clear plastic wrap used to cover dishes also contains cadmium and should not be microwaved or in any way heated. It should be safe in the refrigerator. Drinking water can be a source of cadmium; in most instances levels are relatively low, but plumbing can increase cadmium water levels since both plastic (PVC) and metal pipes contain the metal." - Russell L. Blaylock, M.D., Health and Nutrition Secrets (Get the book.) "A more recent study found that even those who breathe second-hand smoke have this problem. Even supplementation with higher than RDA levels of ascorbate will not return blood levels to normal. In most studies it takes 200 mg of vitamin C to reach even low-normal ascorbate blood levels. Most likely, it will take much higher concentrations of the vitamin to reach adequate tissue levels. Several investigators have proposed a direct connection between low vitamin C levels and the high level of atherosclerotic disease in smokers. Garlic Extract 300 mg of standardized extract 0." - Russell L. Blaylock, M.D., Health and Nutrition Secrets (Get the book.)

"ACS also dismissed a report by the California EPA, based on an exhaustive analysis of two decades of research, that second-hand smoke is linked to premenopausalbreast cancer. According to Jeanne Rizzo of the Breast Cancer Fund, this is an indication of an institutionalized culture of resistance. "Not only is the American Cancer Society not taking leadership, there's a resistance," she said. "They are willing to look at alcohol, obesity, diet and genetics. But are they willing to look at what's making girls go into puberty earlier?" - Stacy Malkan, Not Just a Pretty Face: The Ugly Side of the Beauty Industry (Get the book.)

"Second-hand smoke has been shown ro increase the risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome)74, 75, 76, 77, 78 and colic (page 121) in newborns.79 Initiating the breast-feeding relationship There are many reasons why women decide not to breast-feed or discontinue breast-feeding earlier than the recommended six months. These include a lack of family, societal, or medical support;80 misinformation or lack of education about bteast-feeding;81 marketing of commercial formulas to new mothers;82 and the difficulties often encountered in returning to work or school." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"Circulation 94: 6-9, 1996] Supplemental vitamin C (3,000 mg per day) has been shown to protect non-smoking individuals from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke. [Free Radical Biology Medicine 28: 428-36, 2000] Imagine what it would do for active smokers! It is interesting to examine what happens inside the lungs of smokers from a chemical standpoint. The three times greater risk for lung cancer among current smokers is associated with chemicals that attach to sections of DNA (called adducts)." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"Over a lifetime, the average human body has been infiltrated by trans fats, antidepressants, fast food, triple-rich ice cream, recreational drugs, double espressos, alcoholic beverages, antibiotics, second-hand smoke and artificial preservatives too various to name. There's little need to worry about nukes harming us-at this rate, our current lifestyle and environment will get us long before any third-world countries do. Quick Tip: So what's a toxin? A toxin is any substance that irritates or damages our body, putting stress on all our biochemical functions and eroding our health." - Jan Lovejoy, Get Balanced-the Natural Way to Better Health with Superfoods (Get the book.)

"Children, for example, are dramatically and negatively affected by second-hand smoke. Children exposed to second-hand smoke have a higher incidence of asthma and allergies, and are much more likely to smoke as teens and later as adults. A study recendy presented at the American College of Cardiology in Chicago further demonstrates the negative effects of second-hand smoke. Researchers evaluated admissions at St. Peter's Community Hospital in Montana, where a smoke-fiee ordinance went into effect in June 2002 and was suspended in a legal challenge six months later. Researchers at St." - Matthew Budoff, Enhancing Heart Health: Preventing a Heart Attack (Get the book.)

"Exposure to environmental smoke, or "second-hand smoke," has been shown to increase the likelihood of snoring in children.37'38 Smoking cessation and elimination of environmental smoke exposure are therefore important in the treatment of snoring. It has long been thought that consumption of alcohol (page 12) contributes to snoring, and at least one study has found this to be true,39 but several studies have been unable to verify this link.40'41'42 SPRAINS AND STRAINS . What do I need to know?" - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"Tobacco second-hand smoke is alleged to be more toxic than first-inhaled smoke. Trichloroethylene In aerosol sprays, paints, glue, wallpaper, and furniture; causes headaches, dizziness, eye and skin irritations, and irregular breathing. Toluene Linked to cancers. Vinyl Plastic fumes may cause vision failure, deafness, skin diseases, liver problems, ulcers, genetic changes, birth defects, chronic bronchitis, and cancer. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's) From cleaners, solvents, disinfectants, propellants, (wood) alcohols, waxes, and glues used in repairs and hobbies." - Joseph E. Mario, Anti-Aging Manual: The Encyclopedia of Natural Health (Get the book.)

"Children exposed to second-hand smoke have a higher incidence of asthma and allergies, and are much more likely to smoke as teens and later as adults. A study recendy presented at the American College of Cardiology in Chicago further demonstrates the negative effects of second-hand smoke. Researchers evaluated admissions at St. Peter's Community Hospital in Montana, where a smoke-fiee ordinance went into effect in June 2002 and was suspended in a legal challenge six months later. Researchers at St." - Matthew Budoff, Enhancing Heart Health: Preventing a Heart Attack (Get the book.)

"Yet, they are likely to be exposed dady to second-hand smoke, neurotoxic propane and natural gas, carcinogenic fumes from detergents, harmful electromagnetic fields from microwave ovens, and stresses conducive to repetitive strain injuries. One also wonders if anything is known about the occupational hazards suffered by school teachers (such as carcinogenic benzene in markers, pesticides, neurotoxic mold in carpeting, solvents in paper glues etc." - Helke Ferrie, Dispatches From the War Zone of Environmental Health (Get the book.) "The effect could be as powerful as the science that finady explained what smoking and exposure to second-hand smoke does to people's health. The paradel to smoking is helpful, as in both populations (MCS and smokers) there is a percentage of individuals who do not get cancer or other tobacco-induced illnesses. Even so, protecting the public interest demands that the consequences for the people who do get sick take precedence when formulating legislation." - Helke Ferrie, Dispatches From the War Zone of Environmental Health (Get the book.)

"Exposure to cigarette smoke: Research indicates that second-hand smoke is detrimental to a healthy respiratory system. If you cannot get away from smokers, buy them "smokeless" ashtrays, open windows whenever possible and take antioxidant supplements. Focus your attention on the sections where you scored in either the moderate or high priority range. They are the greatest arenas for health enhancement of your digestive system." - Elizabeth Lipski, Digestive Wellness: How to Strengthen the Immune System and Prevent Disease Through Healthy Digestion (Get the book.)

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