Increased cardiac risk. Unlikely to threaten life. Toxic sources: Hair permanents, straighteners, some conditioners can affect sulfur levels.
==The benefits of Sulfur are==
*Sulfur disinfects the blood, helps the body to resist bacteria, and protects the protoplasm of cells.
*It aids in necessary oxidation reactions in the body, stimulates bile secretion, and protects against toxic substances.
*anti-aging : Because of its ability to protect against the harmful effects of radiation and pollution, sulfur slows down the aging process.
*It is needed for the synthesis of collagen, a principal protein that gives the skin its structural integrity.
*Needed for hair, nails, insulin, cartilage, and blood. : Promoting the healthy growth of hair and fingernails * Aids digestion and elimination. *Oxidizing agent in hemoglobin.* [[Detox]] : Sulfur is known to protect cells from the toxic effects of heavy metals. Also, tobacco decreases absorption.(see also : [[chelating agents]])Recommended Dosage of Sulfur* [[Rosacea]] : Topically applied sulfur may help treat rosacea.*Increasing enzyme production within bodily glands and improving resistance to illness*Increasing flexibility in muscle tissue*Increasing blood circulation*Reducing muscle inflammation and promoting muscle healing* Cancer : Discouraging the growth of cancer cells through oxygenation* Reversing osteoporosis, Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease*Promoting healthy skin production and reducing wrinkles*Regulating insulin production*Improving colon function and eliminating colonic parasites Recommended Dosage of Sulfur : There is no official Recommended Dietary Allowance or Dietary Reference Intake for this mineral but as a guideline, you need more than 100 mg of sulfur per day.
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