used to preserve wood.
Uses in the body: The role of arsenic in the body is unknown. In animal
studies, arsenic was essential for growth, development, and
reproduction, possibly because of its role in the metabolism of
methionine, an amino acid involved in growth. Has a “garlic” odor
when burned. Stored mostly in the liver. Excreted in urine. Possible
uses in the body: skin, hair, nails, thyroid gland and brain.
Deficiency: Arsenic settles in the muscles and the brain (dislodging
phosphorus). Sweet metallic taste, garlicky odor to breath and stools,
constriction of throat, constant backache (causes chiropractic
adjustments not to hold), fatigue, low vitality, difficulties in
swallowing, burning sensation (inflammation) in eyes, throat and
chest, enlargement of tonsils, muscle spasms, pain in muscles of the
back, listlessness, loss of pain sensation, loss of body hair, skin color
changes (dark spots) gastroenteritis.
Toxicity: Metabolic inhibitor (reduces energy production efficiency),
cellular and enzyme poison. Constricts the throat and causes muscle
spasms. An extreme “nerve” toxin. Anorexia. Ingesting high levels
can result in death. Breathing high levels of inorganic arsenic can
give you a sore throat or irritated lungs. Also, nausea, vomiting,
decreased production of red and white blood cells, abnormal heart
rhythm, damage to blood vessels, and a sensation of “pins and
needles” in hands and feet. Also, constant backache.Beryllium (Be)
Food sources: Water, air and soil.
Toxic sources: Industrial exposure, mining, metal working, burning coal,
copper processing, and possibly paints, colors, cosmetics.
Uses in the body: There is currently no information regarding whether
beryllium is essential for optimum biochemical function.
Deficiency: Dyspnea, weight loss, cough, fatigue, chest pain, anorexia,
and weakness.
Toxicity: Effects the lungs, liver, kidneys and heart. Enzyme inhibitor,
including ATP, DNA and several hepatic enzymes; cell death in all
tissues.