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Health Authorities estimate that over 80% of chronic diseases can be attributed to environmental pollution. (WHO 1974, Italy)

Acupeds offers these world-first, exclusive, patented products in the field of environmental medicine:

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The EPA estimates that 40 million Americans have excess lead in their drinking water. Often the symptoms of lead poisoning are mistaken for flu or other common illnesses Mecury makes up 50 percent of every silver amalgam tooth filling. Mercury causes literally hundreds of ailments and once in the brain, is known to cause depression. Autopsy reports on Alzheimer's patients found 70 percent more aluminum in their brains. there is no EPA standard for aluminum in water.

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Why are Acuped detox foot pads so effective?

As we grow in our desire to take responsibility for our own health we discover the importance of removing body toxins.

It is vital to help your often-exhausted immune system return to its natural balanced state and to get back its life giving protection.

Eastern medicine has held the view for centuries that toxins go downwards in the body during the day. They are then deposited away from the vital organs, in places such as the feet. Eastern medicine also understands that toxin accumulation leads to many degenerative diseases. For example, painful rheumatism and arthritis are caused by acidic toxin fluid gathered in the joints.

There is an Asian expression that says aging comes from the feet. In Western foot reflexology, the feet (also called the 'Second Heart') are seen as holding the essence of all our major organs, with over 60 acupuncture points on our soles relating to the major organs in the body. Generally, the top third of the foot relates to the organs in the top third of the body, the arch relates to the organs in the center of the body and the heel to the organs in the lower third of the body

Not that long ago, detoxifying food pads were only available in Asia. Acupeds are especially made for the Western market using only the highest quality ingredients and packaging.
A happy marriage of ancient wisdom with modern technology. Now millions around the world can enjoy the benefits of these detoxifying foot pads. Acupeds with their detox foot pads USA, detox foot pads Canada and foot patches UK offer help for detoxification and multiple chemical sensitivity.

Please Click Here - for a beautiful diagram showing how our Reflexology Foot Pads can affect your whole body
through the soles of your feet.

The Acuped detox foot pads help your body combat fatigue, improve circulation, increase metabolism, enhance quality of sleep, reduce topical pains, release and remove toxins, and to generally develop a healthy, clean and more energetic presence.

They work while you sleep - naturally.
Toxins accumulate in our bodies from a number of sources. These include chemical pesticides and fertilizers in the food you may eat, polluted air you may breath, impure water you may drink and stress reactions from our busy, modern lifestyles.
Millions of chemicals have been produced and thousands are now used commercially every day.
What follows the intake of toxins is often weakness, pains, disease and sickness. It is very important that toxins be regularly expelled from your body for continued good health.

Helping your body to detoxify can be done in many ways.
You can use over the counter herbal cleanses, fasts and specific diets backed up with supplements and medications. All of these when used under the guidance of a professional can be immensely helpful.

However the most difficult toxins to remove are those that attach to your tissues, such as heavy metals (arsenic from water, mercury, lead, platinum etc.).
Chelation is a possibility for decreasing toxic levels of mercury (from dental amalgams and fish consumption), arsenic and lead. But a much simpler and effective way to help rid yourself of toxins can be to apply Acupeds to the bottom of your feet.
As Acupeds are topical there is no worry about adversely affecting another part of your body. Nothing goes into the body. Yet toxins are drawn out.

This is obvious the first time you use your Acupeds. If you attach them at night (using the adhesive patches that come with each order), by the morning you will see the white dry pads have changed to a dark, moist brown or black and may also smell.

Acupeds offer an easy, non-invasive, natural detoxification.

Each Acuped detox patch comes packaged with a simple-to-remove adhesive patch so that they can be kept in contact with the skin.
Acupeds can be attached, where there is pain or health issues to remove toxins from that area. At the same time they should be applied to the sole of the feet, for maximum detoxification.

Depending on the individual, the detox period may be for two or three days to two or three weeks, or longer in the case of more severe disease or toxic build up.
Results, however, will be immediate and obvious when the pads are looked at the morning after.

As your Acupeds warm up, the pores in your skin open allowing the accumulated wastes to be drawn out through the skin under osmotic pressure from the blood and lymphatic systems.
They can be worn anytime but preferably at night. For eye problems, place on the back of the ears or on the temple, but not directly on the eye. For wounds and bruising(excluding cuts and eyes) Acupeds can be used to help reduce inflammation and pain. Apply a patch either side of the spine on the back of the neck underneath the ears but above the lymph nodes for mouth or ear problems.

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What are Acupeds?
Acupeds are an incredible new wellness product created through Japanese research and development. Approximately 10 million foot pads are used each month in the Orient. Acupeds are made entirely from best quality, natural ingredients to suit Western needs. They are a proven safe, effective, non-invasive, convenient, and economical method of detoxification.

What ingredients are in Acupeds?
Organic Agarius Mushrooms
Tourmaline
Saururus Chenesis
Achyranthis Radix
Artemisia lwayomogi
Paeoniae Rubrae Radix
Caragana sinica
Siberian Ginseng
Platicodon Grandifloum
Wood Vinegar
Mokcho Powder
Pearl Stone
Mugwort extract
Loquat (Japanese medlar) extract
Tree Essence or Sap from Bamboo and Eucalyptus Trees

How easy are Acuped foot pads to use and where do you use them?
All Acupeds come with their own adhesive pads for attaching to the skin. They are very easy to put on and take off.
Acupeds are mainly applied to the soles of your feet at bedtime but can be applied anytime to many parts of the body. We have testimonials from people that had great results using their Acupeds as close as possible to the source of their pain or problem. For maximum benefit its best to leave them on for 8 hours while you sleep.

At first it is recommended to use two pads per foot. You will see for yourself upon waking the amount of toxicity present in your body. The pad will range from being relatively unchanged to brown, wet, and sticky. In the case of extreme toxicity, they may be black, soggy and putting off an offensive order. The darker color means there's more toxicity present in your body. This is natural detoxifying without the stress of more aggressive detox procedures.

What are toxins and how do I get them?
From a variety of sources. Food, water and air that are not pure may contain several different metals toxins and decontaminates.

How do toxins affect me?
Ignored body toxins can be the cause of poor health, sickness and disease. Many lifestyles do not support the body's ability to naturally remove toxins. The body's immune system has been compromised through the accumulation of toxins. It is important that toxins be removed regularly to insure and maintain good health. (see testing)

How do Acupeds remove toxins from my body?
Eastern medicine has long held that the body is connected by meridians and that access to these meridian internal flows of energy (chi) is through the acupuncture points on the outside of the body. If we stimulate an acupuncture point it will activate energy (chi) at the of the body corresponding internal point thus bringing strength to a weak area of the internal body. The foot is considered the second most sensitive area of your body next to your heart. The intelligence of your body will naturally send toxins as far away from the heart as possible for protection. That means toxins and decontaminates are collected in the lower portion of your body, at your feet. The combination of herbs, saps and other natural ingredients in the Acupeds first; tenderly warm and slightly open the acupuncture points in the soles of the feet then allow the Acupeds' gentle drawing power to pull toxins from the body into the pad.

Are Acupeds safe to use?
They do not deliver any chemicals to the body. They are only topical and draw toxins out of the body. You ingest nothing therefore they are completely safe. Nevertheless, we recommend that you discontinue use if any allergic reactions occur. Our Acuped foot patches were tested and certified safe and with non detectable heavy metals by USA FDA lab certification and Texas Department of Health(FSNS) in November 2002. ; USDA ACCREDITED #4882, #4890

Do I need to follow a special diet while I use the foot pads?
There is no need for a special diet. We recommend that to help flush the toxins and heavy metals etc. you look at your diet, exercise regularly and drink plenty of water. The best water by far is alkaline ionized water. There is plenty of information on this subject at www.waterionizersplus.com. Also an excellent source of natural anti-oxidants is vegetable juice that comes from a low speed juicer. Please refer to http://www.costlessjuicers.com

How often do I use Acupeds?
It is recommended that Acupeds be used for at least one week so as to completely cleanse. You will know how your detoxification is progressing by the color of discharge on the pad. As the pad diminishes in colorization you will know that the detox is coming to an end. The length of time for this to happen varies with each individual. Some will detox relatively quickly others much longer depending upon life styles, immune system fatigue, and other variables.

Can I use Acupeds on only one foot?
Yes you may do that but as you study the acupuncture point chart (see acupuncture chart page) you will see that the liver point, for example, is located in the same place on both feet. If you were interested in the liver it would most beneficial to apply an Acuped to both feet at the liver point. Also for balance sake it is wise to have both feet involved in the detox process.

Do Acuped foot pads contain chemicals?
Acupeds contain only 100% natural ingredients and none of those ingredients enter the body. The ingredients Of Acupeds merely stimulate and draw from inside out.

How long has the product been in existence?
Wood saps products for body cleansing purposes have been in existence since 1999. The Acuped combination of herbal and wood ingredients was introduced in 2003 and is having phenomenal success in Asia and Europe. It is even a newer product to North America.

Can I apply Acupeds to a backache?
Yes,Yes,Yes. There are two ways other than to the feet that you can apply Acupeds. If you study the acupuncture chart you will see there are points all over your body that correspond to various internal organs. These points are located specifically over a meridian flow so that the stimulation of Acuped herbs can be carried into the location of pained or weakened organ. If you have specific joint or muscle pain you can apply Acupeds directly over the pained area and temporary relief will ensue.

Can Acupeds ease pain caused by gout, arthritis and rheumatism?
By all means yes! Users from around the world have received temporary pain relief. Acupeds is not a cure for maladies but can act as an efficient relief from pain caused by them.

Can I reuse the Acupeds?
The pads are for single use only. Once the pad is activated by the resonance in the foot and toxins release onto the pad, any reuse would not be potent or hygienic.

Are there any side effects?
Aside from allergies to the ingredients used, no side effects have been noted.

Why do my joints hurt even more?
Each of us responds to our healing process in different ways. You may experience a form of healing crisis. Users experiencing this are likely to have chronic Problems. Reflex points will act to assist your body in its recovery process. If this is the case you will find the discomfort is tolerable and it will disappear in a day or two with continued use of the pad.

Why do I feel tired?
You may require more sleep as your body begins to release toxins.

What are the benefits of using Acupeds?
Detoxifying using Acupeds may improve your circulation, aide in the elimination of waste and increase the movement of lymphatic fluids. This may create feelings of vigor, easing of muscle and joint problems, improved immune system, and better sleep.

Can Acupeds ease pain caused by arthritis and gout?
Many users of Acupeds report relief from their long-standing pain caused from gout, arthritis as well as rheumatism.

How long should I use Acupeds foot pads
Effects may occur within a few days (one or two pads per foot). You can use them as long as you see the need and have results. When toxins have been removed it is common to have no discharge into the patch.

Sometimes my pouches remain dry. Does this mean they are not working?
The pouch has two main purposes, the most important being its relationship to its emission of far Infrared energy. This energy stimulates circulation, healing and expulsion of toxins from various parts of your body. This will stimulate your excretory organs to step up their function. Those organs include the skin, lungs, kidneys, liver, bowels and bladder. Most of the detoxification that occurs is through these regular channels only increased. When the pouches do not get completely wet, it does not mean the product is not working, it just means your body is not excreting any excess fluid from the part of the body on which you are wearing them. In creating the pouches, one of the goals is to allow the pouches to stay dry as long as possible because once they are wet; they cannot emit the Far Infrared energy.

What causes the pads to be sticky when they are wet?
When the pads get sticky, it is the result of the starches used in the pads to absorb the moisture. The toxins released are not causing the stickiness.

How do Acupeds help to cleanse my lymphatic system?
Toxins tend to collect in the extra cellular fluid of the lower extremities. In a healthy, physically active person who exercises regularly, these toxins would be taken up by the lymphatic system. When the lymphatic system gets sluggish and overburdened, everything backs up. As toxins are released, the burden on the lymphatic system is reduced in a gentle and effective manner. This process supports the optimal functioning of all the digestion and elimination organs.

Can I use the pads if I sleep less than 8 hours?
You can apply them before retiring. It is best to wear them when you are relaxed and off your feet. It is optimal to wear Acupeds while you sleep, because it is easier for your body to release toxins while your body is deeply relaxed. It is ok to walk on the pads, but we recommend removing them upon rising, as they may be moist.

Is there anything that will enhance Acupeds effectiveness?
It is wise to wash the site of application, to remove lotions, oils or anything that will block the pores. Soaking your feet in warm water can enhance circulation and aid in opening your pores. You may want to wear socks if your feet get cold. The pads are activated by your body heat and normal skin moisture. Be sure to drink plenty of water and assure good contact between foot and pad.

If I'm taking medication will using Acupeds contradict this?
None of the ingredients are taken into your body, so there is no need for concern.

What is the Far Infra Red Radiation that Tourmaline naturally emits?
Far InfraRed is a form of safe radiated energy given off by Tourmaline (see Tourmaline).
Its energy penetrates, warms and increases the blood flow at the point of contact. It is most helpful for its capacity to break down (and relax) water and waste molecules for easier release of toxins into the pads. Acupeds utilizes the Far Infra Red Radiation (FIR) effect of tourmaline. FIR has been researched for many years in the USA, Sweden, China and Japan. The studies focused on the effects of FIR on a variety of conditions such as muscle sprains, peripheral vascular diseases, arthritis, shoulder stiffness, menstrual pains etc.

One of the effects of FIR is that it may replicate a cardiovascular training effect. Some research has even suggested the idea that Infra Red stimulation of the cardiovascular system could be a possible means of maintaining cardiovascular conditioning in astronauts during long space flights.
Our tissues normally produce infrared energy for warmth and tissue repair. Tissue production of infrared energy is associated with a variety of healing responses. At times, the infrared energy in our tissues may need a boost to a higher level to ensure the fullest healing possible for tissue repair. Your body tissues that need an infrared boost selectively absorb infrared rays.

Infrared energy penetrates tissues to the depth of over an inch. Its energy output is tuned to correspond closely to the body's own radiant energy so that the body's tissues absorb close to 93% of the Infrared waves that reach the skin. The healing properties of infrared light create an increased white blood cell count. More white blood cells means greater immunity.

Today we're seeing new technologies employing far-infrared energy in health care products and clinical protocol such as hypothermic therapies for detoxification and cancer treatment.

Energy medicine is an ancient practice used especially by Chinese health practitioners. Although these ancient practitioners did not know the technical terms as to why their therapy improved health, they were sure their patients got better. The human heat from their touch increased immune defense response in which white blood cells surround and ingested small living bacteria and cell wastes.

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Special Ingredients in AcuPeds

In the process of research, Western methodology was used along with the wisdom of the 'Donguibogam' - a famous Oriental Science Medicine Book.

According to oriental medicine your body has over 360 acupuncture points. More than 60 points are on the soles of your feet. The sole of the foot is considered to be the second most sensitive area of the body next to the heart. These points are reflex zones of our major internal organs, When applied to your feet the patch warms, causing pores to open and then draws out and absorbs accumulated wastes via the skin through osmotic pressure from the blood and lymph systems.

Acupeds come in a sterile white packet that is applied to the soles of your feet.
They are applied before retiring and left on for 8 hours while sleeping. The degree of toxin removal can be easily seen the next morning. The pads will be brownish to grayish in color.
With continuous use there will be a visible reduction in the stain and order of the pads.

We have taken the pads directly from the feet and rushed them to an independent testing lab for an analytical report. We have conclusively found that Acupeds draws a. significant amount of toxins out of the body. You can conduct a test on yourself. If you are not allergic to garlic take a large piece and rub it on the sole of your foot. You will taste garlic in your mouth. It is that resonance that will allow you to understand the connection and how toxins can be drawn out through the soles of your feet.

Organic Agaricus Mushrooms from Brazil
Beta-glucan and Polysacchides contained in the Agaricus mushroom are known as one of the most powerful enhancing agents for the immune system. AAO certification proves the quality of our special Agricus mushroom. These organic mushrooms are naturally grown under powerful sunlight in the fertile red clay of Brazil without any artificial agents. Beta Glucans is known as a potent factor in natural cancer control. It is a steroid that has been used to assist in the regulation of cancer cells and is exceptional source of vitamins, minerals and amino acids

Tourmaline
Tourmaline is best known as one of the only minerals to emit far infrared heat. It creates a resonance in the body that vibrates at the same frequency as water. Tourmaline exerts a cleansing energy on our nervous system. This has a stabilizing and cleansing effect.

Saururus Chenesis
This is the first plant to grow at the bombsite of Hiroshima. The leaves are used as a poultice to clean abscesses and boils. In Chinese medicine Saururus Chinesis is considered an anti-oxidant which helps in a variety of health conditions. It is used for counteracting poisons, relieving muscular ache, chronic fatigue, skin beauty and overall health

Achyranthis Radix
Used in traditional medicine as a cure for rheumatism, pains on the knee and back, genital troubles, antidiuresis and covering marrow. Protects against body chills, preventing gray hear and regulating menstruation. Promotes blood circulation and reduces edema.

Artemisia lwayomogi
Used in restoration of liver and intestine, protection of eyesight, prophylactic chemotherapy, suppression of carcinogenic substance, extinction of cancer cells, suppression of cholesterol, strengthening of blood pressure, action of immunity, removal of fever, protection of liver disease, woman's disease, etc.

Paeoniae Rubrae Radix
Improves blood circulation and suppresses constipation, colic and abdominal pain.

Used to treat harmful bacteria and relieves hepatodysentery and temesmus, etc.

Caragana sinica
Used for neuralgia, urarthritis, fluor, hypertension, vaginitis, etc. Also seen as a preventive or curative response to bone decalcification and osteoporosis.

Siberian Ginseng
Used for myosalgia, ankylosing arthritis, promotion of blood circulation, blood control, glycemia control, diet, promotion of metabolism, neuropath cure, stroke prevention, etc.

Platicodon Grandifloum
Principal herb in Chinese medicine for diseases of the lungs and throat, and is commonly used for inflammatory conditions of the eyes, ears, and sinuses. The herb has a strong expectorant and antitussive effects and is included in many cough formulas.

Tree Essence or Wood Vinegar
This high quality product contains over 200 natural raw materials. Quality woods and bamboo are used including oak trees grown at Naraken in Japan. All come from a renewable source of wood that is harvested in an environmentally friendly way.

From ancient times in Japan, wood was burnt and the art of making charcoal by wood distilation was developed. From the charcoal kiln, smoke billows upward. When this smoke is cooled and condensed, a thick brown /black liquid results. This liquid is raw pyroligneous acid (wood vinegar). This acid has been shown to warm the body, activate the skin, moisturize and act as an antibacterial.

From this raw material, further refining is carried out to remove the tar and any other undesirable elements. The result is a beautiful liquid of a pale yellow color (very weak tea). This liquid is then aged for up to a year to produce the final high quality wood vinegar that can be consumed as a health tonic. It is condensed five times and contains no synthetic vinegar or starch.

After the initial extraction process, the extract is dried for a period of six months. It is then filtered four times using the highest quality Umbamegashi-Binchou Charcoal . It is then dried one more time for an additional six months before it can be considered for use. This process yields a very concentrated extract with an extremely high level of purity.

Wood vinegar and bamboo extract are naturally condensed 5 times until both become a powder. This drying phase lasts for a period of over 8 months and makes for an exceptional purity of product. Then finally this essence, after a last quality control test, goes into the Acuped Detox Foot Patch. Additionally, the quantity of this powder for this product has been increased from a conventional 3.2g to 4.0g. Other food pad products contains starch powder in order to maximum profit and also differ in terms of quality of ingredients and length of preparation.

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Research conducted by two Japanese doctors over a 26 years period have unlocked a beneficial mystery behind the longevity and homeostasis (enhanced state of wellness and resistance to disease) of trees. They showed Tree Essence has tremendous absorption qualities and a positive effect on many functions of the body.

Tree Essence, or pyroligneous acid, is a sap extracted from tree cells. It exhibits exceptional permeability and sterilizing properties.
Dehydrated tree saps infiltrate, absorb, detoxify, and sterilize. This is the basis of their ability to assist in disease prevention through reduction of body toxicity.
The Eucalyptus tree, for example, is probably the most powerful antiseptic in its class as ozone is formed upon exposure to air. It has a proven disinfectant action destroying unhealthy flora and microbes. This tree grows to over 350 feet and is amongst the tallest trees in the world. To provide enough water to it's upper most part, it has an amazing capacity to absorb water. The tree ability to purify large amounts of ground water through the roots into high quality water transported into the trunk and leaves, as well as harnessing the absorbing and detoxifying power of the wood sap, made the sap a natural ingredient for human use. It radiates a fine fragrance and has a sterilization effect to its surroundings.

Mokcho Powder
The end product of wood distilation - contains about 800 organic compounds with significant amounts of Ca, Na, Fe, Mg, Zn and SOD. Mocho sap radiates natural far infrared ray (FIR). When Acupeds are applied to the skin, you can see the change in color as certain waste substances are absorbed.

Pearl Stone
Made from crystalline igneous rock and used to improve fluidity and absorbability.

Mugwort extract
This is widely used as a herb medicine in the Orient. Helps to make the human body warm without being dry and is used by herbalists as help treat nervousness, insomnia and to stimulate the liver and as a digestive aid etc.

Loquat (Japanese medlar) extract
The Loquat leaf contains malic acid, tartaric acid, citric acid, tannate, carotene, vitamins A, B and C. It's leaves and kernel contain amygdalin (amygdalin is otherwise known as vitamin B17, or laetrile). It promotes the secretion of body fluids and has antitussive, expectorant, antiemetic properties. It has 3000 years of history in moxibustion therapies and has been used extensively in Buddhist medicine. In India it has been called the king of herbal medicine

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Acupeds® - at work while YOU sleep All natural and non invasive foot patches

Testimonials - Foot Patches

A Doctor's Experience

I was 35 years old and feeling like 80. I did not understand where all the symptoms I was experiencing came from - The brain fog, the insomnia, the digestive problems, the tired feeling that accompanied me every day, the irritability and bad breath. I could still remember feeling so much more healthy when I was younger, so vibrant and full of good quality energy. At first, I attributed feeling unhealthy to the aging process. And when I finally realized that what I was feeling was not normal aging. I felt like I had hit a dead end.

My blood tests did not show any abnormalities other than a high Candida count, but when I researched the various approaches to eradicate Candida, I was surprised to find that the fungus has a direct relationship with heavy metal toxicity. Apparently, our bodies 'farm' the Candida to have them help absorb some of the toxicity created in our bodies from the heavy metals. I then ran some test to uncover the possibility of being burdened by other heavy metals. After Urine Toxic Elements and Fecal Metals tests (at Doctor"s Data Medical Laboratory), Hair Analysis (at Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory), and a Syncrometer Test of my saliva samples, what I found was shocking.

All tests revealed abnormal levels of various metals; including arsenic, nickel and lead (I suppose that although labeled abnormal they are quite common).
However, it was my mercury levels that were off the charts, and appeared consistently in every test. Where was this mercury coming from? We know now that certain fish have been identified as carrying unusually high levels of mercury (the government's Environmental Protection Agency now carries strict warnings) As a dentist, I suspected the mercury did not solely come from the fish. As most dentists, I had been indoctrinated to believe that amalgam (silver) fillings, were perfectly safe.

Could my use of amalgams, both in my patient's mouth and on my own be a source of mercury toxicity? As it turns out, not only do I believe that to be the case, but dentists are now being compelled by law to disclose to their patients the potential dangers of amalgam use. I am happy to be able to report that I am now 51 years old and feel like 20. I have spent the bulk of my time developing a protocol to help patients detoxify (perhaps driven by some guilt over the many years I used amalgams on my patients). I have explored therapies with intravenous chelating agents (DMSA, EDTA, DMPS), finding them expensive and very harsh on the body. I have looked into sublingual herbal and homeopathic preparation, finding some of them somewhat useful, but quite expensive (one such preparation was retailing for $150.00 for one ounce bottle, needing several bottles).

Acuped Foot Patches ... Safe, Simple, Effective and Easy on the Pocket

After hearing about the benefits these foot patches had brought to others, I decided to try them myself. The main reason I bought the patches was to cleanse my system. I put 2 foot pads on each foot each night. I first noticed the benefits within a week. I used to have brownish spots on my hands. These spots had increased as I got older. My Doctor had explained the pigment was the result of free radical damage caused by the build up of toxins in my body. Anyway, after 2 weeks of using the patches, the aging spots have disappeared. Recently my first grey hairs begun to rapidly appear. Since using the patches, the greying process has definitely slowed. I think cleansing is a powerful antiaging tool. I also feel brighter and look brighter. I have more energy. Prior to discovering this, I had regularly done 2 day fasts. My fasting routine involved not eating for 48 hours and just drinking water. Fasting made me feel very weak so I could not work while fasting. Foot patches are far easier! I eat as normal and yet still feel the benefits. I will not be fasting again. As I was getting somewhat frustrated by the unavailability of a product that could do the job at a reasonable cost, I discovered foot patches. I was so ecstatic and at last an answer to my search for a protocol that met my criteria: Reasonably priced, effective, and easy to use. I started using the patches and testing them for toxin content. Sure enough the results from the used pads" test came back positive for all kinds of toxins: Mercury, Isopropyl alcohol, Benzene, Nickel, Asbestos, Dimethylaminoazobenzene (DAB Dye) and PCBs. After the initial shock of what I visually saw come out from my body and the test results, I began to really enjoy watching the dark areas in the patches get smaller and smaller. I have now experienced hundreds of products, from vitamins and minerals to herbs and homeopathy. Detoxifying (staying ahead of the game) and eating fresh and nutritious food, I am convinced, have regenerated my health to a level I did not think possible. I wish the same for you." Dr. Vinograd D.D.S. N.M.D.

As a practicing natural therapist, I tried out the Acuped foot patches on myself before recommending them to my clients and friends. THEY WORK! I am impressed with them. I have personally found that wearing them on the instep of the foot all day long, inside comfortable shoes, causes a real detox flow to occur. I find that if one persists with these foot patches, one notices a definite experience of freeing-up of the entire body (i.e.. joints and organs). One client used them, and despite not having smoked for over ten years, the patches came off with that stale ash tray smell. I use them, myself, a day on and then one day off - i.e. no patches for 24-hours, because staying in detox state non-stop for days at a time is very demanding on the body. One"s water and salt intake needs to be stepped up during use as they may be drawn from the body in large amounts.
Rebecca A.

I find that if one persists with these patches, one notices a definite experience of freeing-up of the entire body (i.e. joints and organs). My mother has been using Acupeds for a week now. She told me that her knee ached for a month so that she could barely walk but due to your pads I could see her smile. She had physical therapy in hospital but it didn't get better. I attached the pads to both her feet. When she woke up, the whole sheet was sticky and large amount of toxins seemed to have been removed from her body. At first I was suspicious that it might be a sweat. However, after a week, my mother told me this morning that her leg was much better and smiled. It is especially effective in easing her pain. When I reordered my package yesterday, I found out your email address so I just send a word of appreciation.

I am a housewife and also teach English part-time. My day is very full and I also have a son who is in first grade. Before I begun using the Acupeds detox pads my heel really hurt. My body felt numb and I was often exhausted in the morning when I woke up. Now from looking at the picture of the heel, I attached the pads to the reproductive gland, lower abdomen and womb corresponding spots on my feet. This seems to prevented the tiredness that comes from my bad womb condition. And I now have menstruations that felt like the ones I had in my twenties. Anyway, I think I was lucky to hear about Acupeds. I know it is kind of late but I would like to get another child. Thank you very much. I wish you success in your business. This is a testimonial to the benefits of using Acuped foot patches. I am currently coming to the end of my second box of patches and would like to confirm that they have been of enormous benefit. When I started using these patches they made me feel slightly unwell and not quite myself, but with continued use I have much more energy at my disposal and feel refreshed in my mind and body. I am told that my skin has taken on a more youthful appearance and that I do not look as stressed as I usually do. I run a small construction related business which needs considerable strength and stamina as well as the consistent application of energy both mentally and physically to be successful. I deal with difficult customers from varying backgrounds and need to be patient, cheerful and have the ability to negotiate happy resolutions to many difficult problems. Up until recently all these factors had led to my stress levels being quite high and my energy levels being very low. I had felt very flat and suffered from increasing levels of pain and disassociation from the physical and mental energy of my younger years. Acupeds have turned a lot of these characteristics around and I feel that by continuing their usage I will benefit greatly. I highly recommend this product. The foot patches definitely work. This is the best way I know of to detoxify. The detox patches work great. I was suffering from insomnia. Also, has been hot these days so I couldn't fall asleep easily. When I attached the patches the fluid didn't come out for a few days but after those days a sticky fluid came and my body felt much lighter. I could sleep until the morning without waking up to go bathroom and it feels so good. At first I doubted your pads would work but now I going to use them for my whole life.

My wife has been using the foot detox pads as part of a general detox program. We are both thoroughly impressed with the results as we both watch the muck being removed through our feet after regular applying of the foot pads. It is also great to see things like hair going back to its original coloring, so it is obvious that large amounts of heavy metals etc are being removed. I am placing our 3rd order of this wonderful product as we cannot purchase this product as such are reasonable price in New Zealand. Peter Kernsey, Wellington

When I use to use the stairs in my home I was unable to go up or down without using the hand rail. Now I can walk down the stairs again like a normal person. Also I often had pain when I held things ... Thank you for your patches. I can again do normal household chores and can enjoy a good night's sleep. Name withheld by request

My hair is changing back from pepper grey to its original color. Not only I think this. My wife also says so as do my work colleagues. Peter Langton, Florida

"I have used the detox patches (3 on each foot) for the last 3 days. Each morning they have been quite heavy in color with a few dark sticky patches (most prominent on heel area and thyroid area and around the big toe). A naturopath recently told me that I had a thyroid condition that would account for my feeling of imbalance, unwellness and excess weight (about 20 kilo) - so I'm not surprised that the thyroid area of the patch is evident. After only 3 days I have noticed more energy (able to complete far more tasks before feeling fatigued). I am being weaned off anti-depressants - if it had not been for the patches, I'm quite sure I would have needed to take an anti-depressant before now because, prior to using the patches, I was down to taking an anti-depressant every 5th day by which time I was not functioning adequately (i.e. easily startled, disoriented, teary, slow-thinking, lacking concentration, forgetful). I started the patches the night before my 5th day - although I wasn't clear headed, my symptoms were not as severe and I didn't feel bad enough to warrant taking an anti-depressant. I'm now on my 8th day and, guess what, I'm never going to take another anti-depressant - I'M FREE! Thank you, Thank you." Kerrie Ayalon

My mother has been suffering a lot from neuralgia and she has tried every medicine. That has been working well but she could not sleep properly due to the pain. By chance, I received a few pads from my friend and gave it to my mother. She told me that she could sleep much better so I ordered more the next day and until now she continues to use your foot patches. Although it has not cured her perfectly, the pain has been relieved a lot and she told me that she feels much fresher and lighter in the morning. Now all family members are using the detox pads. My father attaches the detox foot pads at night whenever his neck aches too much due to stress. After waking up he says that he feels refreshed so there is no need to fight due to it. I thank you for this product.

... the information sheets were very informative. After using the patches I felt I had more energy and my immune system settled down as I used to feel sick after having a meal. My life is quite stressful and exhausting at the moment but after using the patches my health is very much improved. I recommend the Acupeds to everybody without hesitation. They definitely do work. Thank you for improving this product and making it known to everyone in Canada. I have already recommended them to quite a few of my friends whom you will be hearing from shortly.

I have been using Acupeds Foot Pads since February this year, although not consistently... The first night I used them I slept soundly all night and woke up feeling refreshed, relaxed, and happy. I had been an insomniac since Jaime's birth, not sleeping at all. My one and a half year old who had been hyperactive since birth suddenly became more focused and also began to sleep well. I put the patches on her little feet and was horrified to see what was in her young body. I gave some to my seventeen year old and was not surprised at the garbage that came out. I was, however, surprised that she was suddenly happy and had much more energy. The whites of her eyes have partially cleared from dirty yellow to clearer... I just thought I would write to you because you appear to be genuine. Yours Sincerely, Mrs. L Dwyer, Australia

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Even the World Health Organization lists dental amalgam as the major contributor to human mercury body burden. Articles on Mercury as a Heavy Metal Toxin

Now a comprehensive study in Canada (considered one of the world's cleanest nations) has found excessive levels of toxic metals in our food.
40 Page Report on Heavy Metals in Our Food and Environment

Graphic video from Faculty of Medicine at Calgary University (May take a while to load up) Mercury and Brain Damage

Bio-Chelat Chelation Clinical Trial - US Study Bio-Chelat Chelation Clinical Trial - German Study

This report is from the non-profit organization, Environmental Defence Canada, which tracked a wide range of contaminants found in food. The group compared the amounts of heavy metals in the Canadian diet to intake guidelines established by the Environmental Protection Agency in the United States. Environmental Defence Canada's assessment is that Canadians are consuming trace amounts of industrial metals like lead and cadmium, and it might be affecting our health.

Cadmium and lead, says the EDC's executive director, Burkhard Mausberg, are very toxic. "Two chemicals the body doesn't need," he says, "and the intake through food is higher that that which is safe." Cadmium is a metal used in manufacturing and phosphate fertilizers. Researchers found that Canadians are, at times, eating four times the amount considered safe for cadmium consumption. And young children, ages two to four, are apparently eating the most, in foods like shelled seeds, meats, cabbage, celery and peanuts.

Lead, for which there is no safe limit, is a metal used in manufacturing. It was found in raisins, muffins and beef. The highest levels of lead were found in salad oil, followed by cold cuts.

Environmentalists say the trace metals in food are the result of industrial pollution, which ends up - through precipitation or sewage runoff -- in the soil used to grow food or feed livestock. "It's an important snapshot of where we're at with the environment," Sarah Winterton of Environmental Defence Canada told Canada AM on Monday. "We've got to get lead and cadmium and other heavy metals out of industry." At higher levels, both lead and cadmium are linked to health problems. Concerns linked to lead include lowered IQ, behavioural problems, anemia and kidney toxicity. Cadmium is also a suspected carcinogen, Winterton said.

Health Canada says the levels found in foods are so low, they don't pose a risk. And University of Guelph scientist Beverly Hale, who researches trace metals in the environment, agrees. "All of the intakes on this study are below the maximum daily intake set by the World Health Organization," Hale told CTV News. Still, environmentalists say we just don't know the long term effects. "Are we going to find out for each child what the effect should be," asks Mausberg. "Or are we going to say we are not going to pollute our air and water."

Environmental Defence Canada is recommending that there should be a phasing out of heavy metals released into the environment, and that the government take steps to legislate maximum residue limits through the Food and Drug Act and Regulations.

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A) Psychologique, physical and behaviour problems

· Heavy Metal Chronic fatigue (mercury)
· Tired in the morning upon waking
· Sleeps excessively
· Hypoglycemic (with unexplained energy bursts)
· Muscular weakness
· Seasonal depression
· Memory loss
· Irritability
· Difficulty to concentrate
· Nightmares
· Sleep disorders, Trouble falling asleep, waking too early
· Suicidal tendencies
· Difficulty in making decisions

B) Central nerve system

· Dizziness
· Loss of muscle control in the hand sometimes in the feet
· Loss of muscle co-ordination
· Muscle paralysis
· Vision gets more and more limited or troubled
· Tinnitus
· Shacking hands or arms
· Loss of hearing
· Muscle spasms

C) Immune System

· Frequent colds
· Allergies
· Asthma
· Sinusitis
· Multiple Sclerosis
· Hodgkin disease
· Leukaemia
· Auto immune disorders

D) Endocrine System

· Tendency to diabetes
· Renal stones
· Thyroid dysfunction
· Low sex drive
· Muscle wasting
· Cold hands and feet

E) Cardio-vasculaire system

· High blood pressure
· Tachycardia
· Pain in the heart region/angina
· Low blood pressure
· Loss of cardiac rhythm

F) Intestine

· Intestinal spasms (alternates from diarrhoea to constipation)
· Stomach pains
· Stomach ulcers
· Diverticulosis
· Colitis

G) Skin problems

· Dry skin
· Rashes
· Excema
· Itchy skin

H) Oral problems

· Metallic taste in mouth
· Bleeding gums
· Paradontitis
· Bad breath
· Charged tongue
· Formation of calculus

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Health authorities (WHO 1974, Florence, Italy) estimate that at least 90% of all chronic diseases can be attributed to environmental pollution in one way or another. Heavy Metals are the major source for the production of free radicals as well as undermining the internal environment and body chemistry. Heavy Metals reduce the efficacy of medical treatment by up to 60%

There is little hope for antioxidants and mineral supplements to do their job properly, if the body is burdened with heavy metals!
The scientifically documented Heavy Metal Test(Screen) allows the detection of free electrically active heavy metal ions in an aqueous solution by means of a simple procedure and in just a few minutes. This exploratory procedure, employed as an in vitro screen tool, is based on the dithizone(1) reaction method which has been known to chemical science for more than 60 years.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any diseases. The information is provided for general educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace competent health care advice received from a knowledgeable healthcare professional. You are urged to seek healthcare advice for the treatment of any illness or disease. Health Canada and the FDA (USA) have not evaluated these statements
(1) Isolation and Determination of Traces of Metals. The Dithizone System. H.J. Wichmann, Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C; Industrial and Engineering Chemistry

Heavy Metal Test: Screening Instructions

	Open test-tube and place one of the small square Test Paper into test tube solution.
	Close test tube and shake gently until solution turns green. (Within 30 to 60 seconds)
	Then add 5 ml with the pipette of the liquid to be tested(water, saliva, urine,) into the test-tube. ( The test- tube is now filled up to the 6ml line) Shake vigorously for 15-30 seconds, stop and allow the solution to react for 1 minute.

Evaluation of Heavy Metal Screen

	Water Test Color remains green: No heavy metal ions
	Water Test Distinctive color: Purple, pink, beige, red. High heavy metal concentration (ca. 5ppm-3ppm)
	Urine Test Color remains green: No heavy metal ions
	Urine Test Distinctive color: Purple, pink, beige, red. High heavy metal concentration (ca. 5ppm-3ppm)

INTERPRETATION

Any color change deviating from green viewed directly below the surface level of the test tube represents the presence of free or unbound metal ions (Cu, Zn, Cd, Hg, Pb, Mn, Co, or Ni). The type of heavy metal present is secondary, since all free metal ions are toxic to our body.

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