As I continued my healing journey, I decided to go deeper and test for heavy metals in my body — something I had never considered before.
The results were eye-opening:
My levels of heavy metals were high, especially mercury.
I started searching for answers, and I quickly realized that the mercury was likely coming from a hidden source:
• Mercury fillings (amalgam dental fillings) that had been in my mouth for years.
• I had no idea at the time that these fillings were silently releasing toxic metals into my body every day.
Mercury is extremely harmful — not only to the gut and immune system but especially to the thyroid gland.
The black or silver-colored dental fillings are called amalgam fillings, and they’re made from a mixture of metals, including:
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Main Metals in Amalgam Fillings (by percentage):
1. Mercury – 50% or more
• Mercury is the primary binding agent that holds the other metals together.
• It is also the most toxic component and the one most linked to health concerns.
2. Silver – ~22–32%
• Gives the filling its silver-like appearance and strength.
3. Tin – ~14%
• Helps make the filling more pliable during placement and increases durability.
4. Copper – ~8%
• Increases strength and reduces corrosion.
5. Zinc – Trace amounts (in some formulas)
• May act as an antioxidant, but not always present.
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Why Mercury Is a Concern
• Releases vapor: Even after placement, amalgam fillings continuously release small amounts of mercury vapor, especially when chewing, brushing, or grinding teeth.
• Absorbed through lungs: These vapors are inhaled and absorbed through the lungs, then circulate through the bloodstream and may accumulate in tissues — including the brain, kidneys, and thyroid.
• Toxic burden: In sensitive individuals or those with multiple fillings, this can contribute to chronic fatigue, immune issues, thyroid dysfunction, brain fog, and gut imbalances (including Candida overgrowth).
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Important Tip
If you plan to remove amalgam fillings, always use a biological or holistic dentist who follows safe mercury removal protocols (e.g., rubber dam, oxygen mask, high-speed suction) to avoid further exposure.
Why Heavy Metals Are Dangerous for the Thyroid
• Direct Thyroid Damage: Mercury and other heavy metals can accumulate in the thyroid, damaging the delicate tissue and disrupting hormone production.
• Immune System Confusion: Heavy metals stimulate autoimmune reactions, increasing the risk of conditions like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis.
• Hormone Interference: Mercury can block receptors for thyroid hormones, making it harder for your cells to “hear” the hormonal signals, even if your blood levels are normal.
• Gut Flora Disruption: Mercury and metals kill beneficial gut bacteria, making Candida overgrowth more likely, and weakening gut-thyroid connection.
In simple words:
Heavy metals silently poison the thyroid, the gut, and the immune system.
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My Detoxification Journey
Once I understood the source, I made an important decision:
I safely removed the mercury fillings with a biological dentist who specializes in non-toxic removal.
But removal was just the first step.
I knew my body needed help to cleanse the metals that had already accumulated.
My healer recommended a gentle but effective detox approach:
• Adding fresh coriander (cilantro) into my daily diet — in salads, smoothies, and soups.
• Taking 7–8 drops daily of coriander extract (colliander drops) — a concentrated herbal remedy known for its powerful ability to bind to heavy metals and assist their removal.
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Why Coriander (Cilantro) is a Natural Detoxifier
• Binds Heavy Metals: Coriander naturally attaches to mercury, lead, aluminum, and other toxic metals, helping pull them out of tissues.
• Supports Liver Detoxification: It boosts liver enzymes that help flush toxins safely.
• Anti-Inflammatory: Coriander reduces the inflammatory burden caused by heavy metals.
• Protects the Thyroid: By lowering the heavy metal load, coriander creates a safer, cleaner environment for the thyroid to heal and function properly.
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My Healing Experience
As the weeks passed — sticking to my dairy-free, sugar-free, and gluten-free lifestyle, continuing the Candida protocol, and now adding coriander detoxification —
I could feel real shifts:
• Lighter energy
• Clearer thinking (less brain fog)
• Better digestion
• Reduced joint aches
• Stronger, calmer thyroid function
It wasn’t overnight. Healing came through daily rituals, deep patience, and a lot of self-compassion.
But it came — and it changed my life.
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In Simple Words:
“When you remove the poisons, the body remembers how to heal.”
Healing the gut, clearing Candida, lowering inflammation, supporting the thyroid, and cleansing heavy metals — they are all connected in one beautiful journey of self-restoration.