3 Metals You Don T Know You Re Eating Prevention

[sidebar]COPPERHigh levels of this metal plus a high-fat diet were associated with mental declines equal to aging 19 years, according to one study. (A blood test can assess your levels.) Buy smart:

Try copper-free vitamins.If you have copper pipes, consider a reverse-osmosis water filter.

IRONAlzheimer’s risk may increase with high or low levels of this metal. Buy smart:

Consider an iron-free multi, unless you have a deficiency.

ALUMINUMHigh levels can speed mental decline. Buy smart:

Try a reverse-osmosis filter if your local water report shows aluminum.Avoid antacids that contain aluminum hydroxide.

Sources: Archives of Neurology; Neal Barnard, MD; Rosanna Squitti, PhD More from Prevention: Is THIS Metal Messing With Your Brain?