Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Arguments Against the Fluoridation of Drinking Water


Arguments Against Water Fluoridation:

  • dental flurosis
  • skeletal fluorosis
  • costly
  • time consuming
  • not required
  • food and drinks already contain fluoride
  • there are other ways to prevent tooth decay
  • not a health necessity
  • can be harmful to health if used in excess
  • fluoridated countries do not have less tooth decay than those without fluoridation
  • affects many tissues besides the teeth (brain, thyroid gland, and one's blood sugar
  • fluoride over-exposure can be seen in 40% of American teens

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