Background Information and Research Findings

Introduction

In order to understand how METAL-FREE™ works, one must first be familiar with how the active ingredients actually bind to heavy metals in the body.

The peptides in METAL-FREE™ bind to heavy metals at several sites on the metal molecule rather than at one site. This creates a non-competitive irreversible bond. On the other hand, with other popular chelators, a competitive reversible bond is created, allowing the possibility of metal reattachment within the body. The peptide's affinity to metal is several orders of magnitude stronger than other chelators. This means that when a metal is picked up by METAL-FREE™ it will not lose the particle along its way out of the body. Metals may be removed in the urine, sweat or fecal matter. Heavier metals, such as lead and mercury, are principally removed through the bowels, while metals such as tin and aluminum are more commonly removed in the urine.

Further, the product is orally active as it is absorbed into the oral mucosa and is assimilated throughout the body, which includes crossing the blood-brain barrier.

Method of Detoxification

The cell receptor sites in the body have a lesser affinity to heavy metals as compared to METAL-FREE™. This means the locations in the body where metal is being stored will release this metal when the product pervades its area. When the metal is released from the receptor site, a molecule in the METAL-FREE™ formula attaches itself onto the metal or toxin, which keeps it soluble and in circulation to be removed. The formula attaches itself using all three methods of bonding (ionic, covalent and hydrogen) while DMPS uses only ionic. METAL-FREE's™ triple bond prevents the metal from being lost and reattaching itself into another area of the body.

METAL-FREE™ Formula

METAL-FREE™ is a unique product and is a very potent heavy metal remover. As you will read below, the key ingredients work together to accomplish its task of helping the body detoxify heavy metals. For example, the peptides derived from the algae form a cage-like structure, which bind to heavy metals in the body, which are then eliminated.  The final solution is filtered to nanogram units, allowing it to be readily absorbed by the body.


Microactivated algae, lactobacillus and bifidus extracts

This is a culture of bacteria involved in a microfermentation process with algae and the following nutrients. Certain nutrients from the culture are then extracted and filtered using a four-step process.

Peptidylgluconase

Peptidylgluconase is an enzyme with binding properties produced by the lactobacilli during fermentation. It is also involved in glucose metabolism.

Glycine

Glycine is a component of a vital bile acid, and along with glutamic acid and cysteine, makes up glutathione, a free radical fighter and key detoxifier of the liver.

Ionic sea minerals

An ionic mineral is an element that has either positive or negative charge. Ionic minerals are part of a process that allows the body to facilitate changes that move nutrients to the areas that need them. The body relies on ionic minerals and trace elements to conduct and generate billions of tiny electrical impulses. It has long been known that the blood contains the same minerals as are found in seawater.

Hydrated colloidal silica

Silica is found in every living substance on earth, and is a vital component to the health and regeneration of human cells. It is a basic constituent for proper body function and a key element in the following body components: the lungs, the spleen, the lymph nodes, the blood, connective tissues, the nails, the hair, the skin, the skeletal system (bones), the blood vessels, cartilage and tendons.

Glutathione

Glutathione is a small peptide that dumps free radicals as well as being an antioxidant, heavy metal detoxifier, protector of red blood cell integrity and a transporter of various proteins. It also helps to regenerate vitamin C.

Vitamin C*

As an antioxidant, Vitamin C can help prevent damage to DNA, lipids and proteins caused by free radical molecules. Studies have shown that Vitamin C can also help remove heavy metals.

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance with physiological therapeutic activity. It is a highly viscous substance with numerous biological functions that is found in a variety of body tissues. In the body, it is part of a jelly-like complex necessary for transportation of essential nutrients from the bloodstream, via the capillary network, to the living cells of the skin.

Fulvic, Ferulic and Lipoic Acids

Fulvic acids are excellent natural chelators and are vitally important in the nutrition of cells. Ferulic acid is an organic acid, and its major physiological role is likely to be its potent antioxidant and photo-protective function. Lipoic acid has been used for many years to protect the liver and to help detoxify the body of heavy metals, such as excessive copper and iron and toxic metals such as cadmium, lead and mercury.

Chlorella*

Numerous studies have been done on chlorella's detoxifying effect on cadmium, heavy metals, PCBs and chlordecone (a harmful insecticide).

Acetylcysteine

Despite being little known, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is a powerful antioxidant and a powerful tool in maintaining immunity. It also can detoxify heavy metals such as mercury, lead and cadmium.

*Vitamin C in nanogram amounts.

*Chlorella: METAL-FREE™ has been analyzed by King James Medical and Doctor's Data laboratories for mercury contamination (as well as other heavy metals) and was shown to be free of such contamination. We also regularly perform Quality Control and in-office testing to monitor the product and ensure no heavy metals are present in METAL-FREE™.

Research has revealed the following:

Laboratory tests have been completed on three levels: Level I (In Vitro) was an examination of the peptide's ability to fully bind the metal vs. DMPS and DMSA. The active ingredients bound 100% of the mercury versus the DMPS and DMSA binding only 40%. Level II, tested the product's efficacy in mice and rats. The active ingredients in METAL-FREE™ completely cleared mercury levels within 4 doses (according to animal's weight) as compared to DMPS or DMSA reducing heavy metals by 2%. Level 3, Human Testing: in ongoing testing of individuals with urinary mercury excretion between 10 -100 PPM, individuals are showing a broad spectrum of metals being eliminated in both urine and stool during the use of METAL-FREE™ without undue patient discomfort. Increases, over pre-levels, in the amount of several hundred percent per metal, are not uncommon with certain metals.

Continuation of research is in progress with 2 independent laboratories to substantiate preliminary findings. However, clinical evidence and patient response are fully consistent and prove that METAL-FREE™ formula can greatly shorten a patient's detoxification period.

In our patient experience using METAL-FREE™ as part of a mercury detoxification protocol, the period of time required for program completion has been 30-50% faster than without using METAL-FREE™. This translates to a smoother and faster reduction in mercury toxicity.

For further information, contact
Dr Ricketts at 1-888-242-7206.

Metal-Free is available only through licensed health care practitioners. Supervision during a detox program for heavy metals is important in order to get the intended result, without pain or discomfort. If you are a practitioner interested in incorporating Metal-Free into your practice, please contact us. If you are a patient, or someone who wants information on a Metal-Free practitioner near you, contact us. Otherwise, please refer your practitioner to this website or give him or her our contact info.

While the medical community does not recognize that dental and environmental mercury causes disease, many practitioners find that patients benefit from products that assist them in detoxifying metals from their body. This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. METAL-FREE™ is a dietary supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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