Mercury may affect our nerves and our brain, leading to cognitive impairment and neurobehavioral abnormalities. Mercury in pregnant women may impact the brains of their newborn babies.
Should women considering pregnancy stop eating fish? Why? Some videos by Dr Greger on the theme.
One of the top sources of mercury is fish!
Mercury in dental amalgams is of sufficient concern that FDA has issued advisory statements against them.
Do processed foods have mercury? I was surprised to learn about research pointing in that direction.
Surprisingly, mercury has been found in some ayurvedic medicines and supplements! Partly by design, partly due to contamination. Dr Greger has a few videos on this theme.
Dr Peter Rogers has fast-paced, information rich lectures on mercury. He also recommends a book on mercury toxicity by Dr Jane Hightower.