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Health Conditions Caused by StrontiumStrontium displaces calcium. Since the two have a similar chemical makeup, the body deals with them in much the same way. Like calcium, strontium is absorbed primarily through the gastrointestinal tract and concentrated in the bones and bone marrow. So, when one is nutritionally deficient in calcium, the body may fill this “nutritional gap” by absorbing strontium. Over time, as more and more strontium is accumulated, toxic levels are reached. This phenomenon can be seen on a hair mineral analysis. The kidney is the primary mechanism used in eliminating strontium from the body. As a result, those with renal failure or diabetes are at an increased risk for strontium toxicity, since the kidneys are not able to properly detox the body from this dangerous metal. |
