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How Does Your Body Get Rid of Mercury From Fish? The Natural Detox Process

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Most people have at least small amounts of methylmercury in their bodies due to widespread environmental presence and fish consumption. Your body, however, has natural mechanisms to process and eliminate these toxins. This article explains how does your body get rid of mercury from fish and what influences this crucial detoxification process.

Does Selenium Get Rid of Mercury? Unpacking the Science

4 min read
Over 50 years of research has shown selenium's ability to reduce the toxicity of heavy metals like mercury, though it doesn't 'get rid' of it in the traditional sense. Instead, selenium employs a multifaceted mechanism that binds and neutralizes mercury within the body, reducing its harmful effects.