| Fluoridation of Drinking Water |
| The fluoridation of drinking water consists of adding fluoride to public drinking supplies in an attempt to prevent cavities. Any purported benefits of the fluoridation of drinking water are in scientific controversy. Studies from 50 years ago regarding the fluoridation of drinking water do not pass muster under today's standards for safety or effectiveness. Research from the same era also "proved" cigarettes don't cause cancer. Even the American Medical Association concedes that no studies were done to determine any side effects caused by the fluoridation of drinking water. The fluoride injected into drinking water to cause water fluoridation does not have Food and Drug Adminstration (FDA) approval and is considered by the FDA as an "unapproved drug". The proper use of any drug requires an understanding of how much is too much. Since fluoride is already in many foods and beverages, an estimated total intake of existing fluoride amounts is imperative. Research shows fluoridation of drinking water is unnecessary since we're already receiving 300% or more of the American Dental Association's recommended daily amount. The chemicals used for the fluoridation of drinking water are not high purity, pharmaceutical quality products. Rather they are byproducts of aluminum and fertilizer manufacturing. Home Page | FAQs | Glossary | Contact Us |