The fluoride that our governments add to our drinking water is actually a toxic industrial waste by-product called hydrofluorosilicic acid. Hydrofluorosilicic acid is toxic waste or poison that is created as a result of production by the aluminium, fertiliser, nuclear, and steel industries.
Many Americans trust that the water from their tap is safe to drink without concerns about its safety. However, the Flint, Michigan water crisis highlighted that clean and safe tap water cannot be taken for granted in the United States. A recent study by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) has uncovered a widespread issue: the majority of Americans' drinking water likely contains "forever chemicals." These substances can remain in the environment for hundreds or even thousands of years without breaking down. Moreover, they can accumulate in the human body, leading to various health problems, including infertility. This situation raises the possibility that the average American could potentially have grounds for legal action against companies that contaminate our drinking water with the government's approval.
While most know that fluoridated toothpaste improves oral health, fluoride in drinking water can impact fertility. Research reveals that consumption of fluoridated community water above recommended levels and for long periods can be detrimental if you are planning a pregnancy. A handful of states have set about trying to address these contaminants, which are scientifically known as perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs). But no federal limits have been set on the concentration of the chemicals in water, as they have for other pollutants such as benzene, uranium and arsenic. ]
An overabundance of fluoride can lead to alterations in the structure and functionality of sperm in males, resulting in decreased fertility. Exposure to high levels of fluoride during pregnancy can impact the cognitive abilities of newborns and potentially lower their IQ. Recent epidemiological findings suggest a correlation between higher concentrations of fluoride in the Central Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions of the USA and a larger population of non-Hispanic Black residents. This evidence raises concerns that black communities may be subject to chronic exposure to fluoride levels linked to negative neurodevelopmental effects in children, with implications for a widespread purposeful harmful government policy.
Moreover, a publicly accessible nationally representative database containing fluoride concentration estimates for Community Water Systems (CWS) that can be easily connected to US epidemiologic cohorts for additional research is currently unavailable. The distribution of fluoride in communities across the US is not transparent, hindering the assessment of any potential relationship between the racial/ethnic makeup of counties and fluoride levels in CWS at the county level. By the conclusion of 2018, 75% of the US population was served by CWS providing water with fluoride levels exceeding the recommended thresholds.
Genetic expression and natural factors play a significant role in influencing brain development, and any disruption to these factors can have a profound impact on neural function. The process of brain development commences in the third week of gestation, with its size increasing four times over during the preschool years, reaching about 90% of the adult volume by the age of six. The developing brain is more vulnerable to damage from toxic substances compared to the mature brain, which can result in lasting harm. A recent study by Environmental Health News examined numerous human and animal studies on the effects of fluoride on brain and cognitive function. While many high-quality studies reviewed fluoride levels approximately double the amount added to drinking water or higher, the overall conclusion drawn was that "fluoride poses a cognitive developmental risk to humans."
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