Heavy Metals & Persistent Infections Heavy metals like arsenic, lead, and cadmium are widely known for their toxic effects, but research shows they also directly interfere with the immune system , making it harder to fight infections. Chronic exposure to heavy metals has been linked with higher rates of persistent infections , including viral infections (CMV, HSV-1, Hepatitis C) and parasitic infections like Toxoplasma gondii  and Toxocara . Here’s what happens biologically:

LPS (Lipopolysaccharides) 🌪️ The Hidden Villain Behind Chronic Toxicity: LPS (Lipopolysaccharides) Most people focus on parasites, mold, or heavy metals… but there’s a silent player almost nobody talks about: LPS , or lipopolysaccharides, leaking from the gut into your bloodstream. And trust me—it changes everything. Here’s what’s rarely mentioned: parasites, mold, and heavy metals all damage your gut—but in very different ways. Some punch holes in the intestinal lining, oth