March 16, 2024
 Al Sears, MD11905 Southern Blvd. Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411 The number of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, autism, Asperger’s, ADHD, depression, and many other neurological conditions has skyrocketed over the past two decades. That means you and I — and everyone we care about — are at risk. Most conventional doctors still tell you these devastating conditions are caused solely by your genes. But they’re wrong. The real source of these neurological scourges are the chemical contaminants we’re exposed to on a daily basis. There are over 158,000 man-made chemicals on the market. But just 200 require testing by the EPA… And only five have been regulated. The average adult has about 700 toxins in their body. For years, I’ve been saying this toxic environment is driving up rates of brain disease. Now research is finally catching up… In a new study, researchers found that a leading cause of brain dysfunction is the common plastic additive, bisphenol A (BPA).1 BPA is a pro-inflammatory estrogen mimicker and hormone disruptor. It’s common in food and drink packaging but is found in everything. For decades, this industrial chemical has been linked to serious health conditions, including:DiabetesWeight gain and obesityHeart diseaseReduced lung functionMale and female reproductive damageHormone-dependent cancers, like breast, ovarian, testicular, lung, liver, and prostate cancersWeakened immunityDecreased testosterone levelsNow we must add a range of neurological conditions to that list. The researchers in this new study suggest that gene mutations block certain individuals from clearing BPA from their bodies — resulting in a range of neurological problems in both children and adults.2,3 BPA has been linked to deteriorating cognitive function, dementia, Alzheimer’s, and a host of other neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s, ALS, and multiple sclerosis. Studies show BPA also causes depression and anxiety.4,5 This latest study backs up earlier research out of Germany. Researchers wanted to know how BPA affects the brains of vertebrates.6 For one month they exposed fish to environmentally normal levels of BPA…then monitored changes in their nervous-system response. The neurons exposed to BPA were much more likely to transmit impulses. Researchers described this “excited state” as “alarming.” They also tested bisphenol-S (BPS), a common BPA substitute. The neural disruption was the same, suggesting that “BPA-free” substitutes are just as dangerous. The researchers warned that BPA and BPS “change the delicate balance between excitation and inhibition…the basis of several neuronal disorders.” A recent shocking review of studies revealed that the average American is exposed to BPA levels that are 5,000 times higher than what the European Union considers safe.7 At the Sears Institute for Anti-Aging Medicine, I’ve been recommending a therapy that works at two levels. It’s a great detoxifier that helps eliminate BPA but also acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory in the brain.8 It’s also been proven to be remarkably successful in helping patients manage ADHD, autism, and Alzheimer’s. I’m talking about hyperbaric oxygen therapy, or HBOT. Clinical trials have shown the healing power of hyperbaric oxygen in many other conditions of the brain, including autism. My colleague Dr. Paul Harch has even shown its astonishing effectiveness in treating traumatic brain injury in veterans — as well as PTSD, depression, anxiety, and suicidal tendencies.9 Studies show HBOT minimizes injury and stops the cascade of damage that follows brain cell death caused by oxygen deprivation — and that it also stimulates intracellular healing.10 Studies show that HBOT activates more than 8,000 genes — especially those involved in inflammation, growth, and the repair of human tissue.11 This is key because neuroinflammation is directly linked to multiple conditions, including stroke, autism, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ADHA, and even a range of mental health difficulties.12,13 I’ve seen astonishing results using HBOT with patients suffering from brain dysfunction. It heals and revives parts of your brain that most doctors give up for dead and damaged. Oxygen restarts the same growth processes you enjoyed as a child. It encourages the regeneration of brain tissues, blood vessels, and nerves. Increasing oxygen loads up the red blood cells, thus promoting healing and regeneration. Getting hyperbaric oxygen therapy is easy and painless. I use an individual chamber at my clinic. You simply climb onto a bed and relax for about an hour. A clear hood is closed over the bed. You can even watch TV or take a nap. Then you just breathe as normal.3 supplements that will help flush toxins from your bodyHBOT isn’t all you can do to remove BPA. Here are three more ways to rid your body of this and other neurotoxins.Milk thistle. This is one of the best herbs I’ve found for clearing toxins. A recent animal study found that it’s especially effective at flushing BPA from the body. Even better, the results were seen in just 10 days.19 Look for dried milk thistle extract with a minimum of 80% silymarin, the active ingredient for liver cleansing. Take one 200 mg capsule two or three times a day. DIM (Diindolylmethane). DIM sounds like a nasty chemical, but it’s 100% natural. Vegetables like broccoli, kale, and cauliflower produce DIM. It helps your body break down and excrete all the fake hormones we get in the modern world. I suggest you take 100 to 200 mg of DIM every day as a supplement. Chlorella. This algae is full of chlorophyll. It detoxifies your body by binding to many types of synthetic toxins, including BPA, and pulls them out of your system. Take 1 gram with breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can increase the dose to up to 3 grams three times a day. To Your Good Health,  Al Sears, MD, CNSReferences:Stein TP, et al. “Bisphenol-A and phthalate metabolism in children with neurodevelopmental disorders.” Plos One. Sept 13, 2023.Perera F, et al. “Bisphenol A exposure and symptoms of anxiety and depression among inner city children at 10-12 years of age.” Environ Res. 2016 Nov;151:195-202.Leone A, et al. “Bisphenol A exposure and symptoms of anxiety and depression among women of reproductive age.” Eur J Privacy Law. 2023. https://www.researchgate.net.Rebolledo-Solleiro D, et al. “Impact of BPA on behavior, neurodevelopment and neurodegeneration.” Front Biosci. 2021;26(5).Suresh S, et al. “Cyanidin ameliorates Bisphenol A-Induced Alzheimer’s disease pathology by restoring Wnt/β-Catenin signaling cascade: an in vitro study.” Mol Neurobiol. 2023.Schirmer E, et al. “Bisphenols exert detrimental effects on neuronal signaling in mature vertebrate brains.” Comm Biol. 2021;4:465.Tomorrow’s World Today. Americans exposed to BPA at levels 5,000 times higher than EU. March 2022. Available at: https://www.tomorrowsworldtoday.com/2022/03/07/americansexposed- to-bpa-at-levels-5000-times-higher-than-eu/Schottlender, N, et al. “Hyperbaric oxygen treatment: effects on mitochondrial function and oxidative stress.” Biomolecules. 2021;11:1827.Harch P, et al. “Case control study: hyperbaric oxygen treatment of mild traumatic brain injury persistent post-concussion syndrome and post-traumatic stress disorder.” Med Gas Res. 2017 Jul- Sep; 7(3):156–174.Lindenmann J, et al. “Hyperbaric oxygen therapy and tissue regeneration: a literature survey.” Biomedicines. 2022 Dec; 10(12): 3145.Thom SR. “Oxidative stress is fundamental to hyperbaric oxygen therapy.” J Appl Physiol. 106:988-995, 2009.Sakulchit T, et al. “Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder.” Can Fam Physician. 2017 Jun;63(6):446-448.Yang C, et al. “The neuroprotective effects of oxygen therapy in Alzheimer’s disease: a narrative review.” Neural Regen Res. 2023 Jan;18(1):57-63.alsearsmd@send.alsearsmd.com Preferences | Unsubscribe11905 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach, Florida 33411, United States |
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