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Heavy metal poisoning is the accumulation of various heavy metals in your body. Environmental and industrial factors expose you to high levels of heavy metals every day, including the foods you eat and air you breathe.

Depending on your level of exposure, medications given intravenously under medical supervision can remove these toxins. These medications bind to the metals, a process called chelation. You doctor will test your blood, urine, and hair to measure metals toxicity.

Many people get a buildup of heavy metals in their system because of the foods they eat. Some studies suggest you can prevent overexposure to these toxins by avoiding certain foods. Eating other foods known for taking heavy metals out of the system may also help.

Vitamin B, B-6, and C deficiencies are associated with poor tolerance of heavy metals and easier toxicity. Vitamin C has been reported to have chelating effects on iron. In one animal study, B-1 supplements were shown to decrease iron levels.

An effective heavy metal detox includes more than incorporating healthy fruits and vegetables. To minimize the effects of heavy metal poisoning or prevent it altogether, you need to eliminate some foods from your diet.

This is especially true for processed foods and excess fats. These foods have minimal nutritional value and slow down the detox process. This is because fats tend to soak up the harmful substances you want to remove.

Heavy metal poisoning can trigger a number of harmful side effects. If left untreated, it can be life-threatening. Follow through with any recommended medical treatment. Talk to your doctor about how dietary changes can help protect you from heavy metal overexposure.

Outlook: The Eagles have a junior heavy squad that will need to replace leading scorer Denae Lofton (12.4 points per game). Trevino is the top returning scorer at 5.5 ppg in 2017. The Eagles made the playoffs last season as part of District 14-6A, but will have an uphill battle in District 25-6A this season.

Outlook: Austin High returns to Class 6A after a dominating run in Class 5A. The Maroons reached the Class 5A, Region IV quarterfinals last season with a team that featured four seniors. The Maroons will be a contender in 25-6A with a tall frontcourt and a more experienced team.

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