Fluoride is essential to the development of healthy bones and teeth. At low levels fluoride seems to protect bones and teeth. Tests have shown that water with 1 part per million of fluoride protects teeth, but when the concentration is increased to just 3 parts per million, teeth develop brown mottled spots.

Increased levels of fluoride in your body may quickly become toxic. Fluoride is widely distributed (in its fluoride-compound forms) in soils, plants, animals and water supplies. Ignoring the effect of fluoridated water, it is estimated that we take in between .3mg/day (in low-fluoride soil areas) to 3.1mg/day (in high-fluoride soil areas). However, it is also estimated that up to 3mg of fluoride per day are excreted from the body through urine and sweat.

Your high fluoride score may be just mirroring the vague symptoms of some of your other imbalances. Fluoride poisoning is not common. However, if you think there is any reason that you might be suffering from high fluoride levels (ie, due to environmental factors, etc.), follow these recommendations, and I also recommend a consultation with a holistic doctor (such as a naturopath or homeopath).

If you have a buildup of fluoride in your system you will definitely have discoloured teeth or they may have off-white, or a brownish-yellow, mottled appearance. They might also be pitted. You will be likely to have some nausea and aching bones. If you do have these symptoms, avoid drinking fluoridated water and using fluoridated toothpaste.

Do not go on a liquid fast when cleansing your body of chemical contaminants because they may enter the bloodstream too fast for your body to eliminate. For about a week eat a diet consisting of mainly fresh vegetables, vegetable juices, non-fluoridated water and brown rice -- to help cleanse the fluoride from your system. Eat no fried foods, meats, dairy products (except yogurt) or sweet foods. A green food supplement (available at your health food store) would be a good addition to your diet. To strengthen your immune system, take a good antioxidant supplement formula, also available at your health food store.

Your liver and kidneys are your body's filtering system and may be affected by any chemical or metal toxicity. To cleanse your liver and kidneys, drink a glass of water with two to three teaspoons of lemon juice first thing in the morning.