Am I At Risk Of Having Too Much Aluminum In My Body?

Are you exposed to aluminum dust in the workplace?

Do you live in dusty environments ((near a thermal power plant, or an aluminum ore processing facility)?

Do you often eat processed foods that contain aluminum additives?

Do you cook acidic food in dishes made of aluminum?

Do you have diminished kidney function?

Are you on hemodialysis?

As far as you know, do you drink or eat food that is high in aluminum?

Do you receiving long-term IV nutrition therapy?

Based on your answers you have a low risk of having too much aluminum in your body. Aluminum is a metal that is widespread in nature. It is found in drinking water, air, soil, food, but also in numerous consumer products, including medicines and cosmetics. The usual daily intake of aluminum is 5-10 mg. However, all aluminum that you take into the body is completely eliminated in the feces or urine. Proper kidney function is necessary for the elimination of aluminum from your blood. People with renal insufficiency have a reduced ability to eliminate aluminum and an increased risk of aluminum toxicity.

Based on your answers you have a moderate risk of having too much aluminum in your body. Aluminum is a metal that occurs naturally in soil, air and water. Exposure to high concentrations of aluminum leads to its accumulation in the body, especially in the bones and brain, which results in serious health problems. Anyone can have elevated levels of aluminum in the body. However, persons engaged in mining or those working in the aluminum ore processing industry have a higher risk of aluminum toxicity than others. Also, if you live near thermal power plants you may have an increased level of aluminum in your blood.

Based on your answers you have a high risk of having too much aluminum in your body. Aluminum is a metal that can enter your body by inhalation, ingestion or skin contact. People who inhale large amounts of aluminum dust usually have a persistent cough and various lung problems. When you are in a room with aluminum-containing dust, it is recommended to wear a protective mask. You can reduce exposure to higher levels of aluminum by reducing your intake of processed foods that contain aluminum additives. It is also advisable to cook food in dishes that are not made of aluminum but of some other material.