Reduce Exposure to Heavy Metals from Fish Consumption
Pregnant women and those wanting to become pregnant should avoid shark, swordfish, king mackerel, and tilefish, because they contain enough mercury to hurt a baby's developing brain. Fish that live a long time probably have the highest amounts of both mercury and PCBs. Tuna, king salmon, and swordfish are not as safe as smaller fish such as coho and Atlantic salmon, sardines, mackerel, and striped bass. When eating fish such as whole salmon, for example, make sure you trim off all the viable fat, which contains fat-soluble PCBs and heavy metals.

From The Detox Revolution - pg. 29

• 1 medium piece of fruit
• 1/2 cup fruit or vegetable (raw, cooked, canned or frozen)
• 1 cup leafy green salad
• 1/2 cup dried fruit
• 1/2 cup or 6 ounces 100% fruit or vegetable juice
• 1/2 cup cooked, canned or dried peas or beans

Avoid foods high in fat. However, consume important essential fats; 20-25% of fats consumed should be essential fats such as omega-3fatty acids.

Don’t become obese.

Avoid consumption of excessive protein and practice dietary restriction. Avoid foods that have been salt-cured, salt pickled or smoked. Avoid charcoal barbecued meats. Do not overcook meats.

Increase your fiber intake. Eat important whole grains such as wheat, oats, and barley. Avoid processed, polished grains.

Decrease the salt content in food, as well as decreasing the use of refined simple sugars and carbohydrates.

Do not drink more than two alcoholic drinks per day if you are a male and one or less if you are a female.

Drink at least 6-8 glasses of water per day.

Have tests performed that may detect cancers in their early stages as recommended for your age and family history. Women should perform monthly breast self exams, and have regular pap smears, as well as regular mammograms after the age of 40. Men should have regular prostate exams. Everyone should have regular colorectal exams after the age of 50 and especially if there is a history of colorectal cancer in your family.

Do not ask for an x-ray unless recommended by your dentist or physician. When x-rays are required, ask for a shield to be placed over the parts of your body not being x-rayed.

Avoid stress and learn to better handle stressful situations.

Exercise at least 30 minutes per day, three times a week – more if possible.

Take supplements that have been shown, in research studies, to aid in the prevention of certain cancers.

Get proper rest and relaxation.