Israeli Supreme Court bans water fluoridation

[Bad Boy Dazza]

In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court in Israel has ruled that all public water fluoridation in the state of Israel must cease by 2014.

http://www.hotpress.com/news/Israeli-Supreme-Court-Backs-Work-of-Irish-Scientist-on-Fluoride/10088280.html

[MONSTER_TRICEPS]

Who gives a shit.

[Bad Boy Dazza]

Who gives a shit.

Your brain damaged children?

[dj181]

[Andy Griffin]

Somebody finally gave General Ripper the respect he deserved for his courage to speak out on this.

[Archer77]

I don't know how true all the fluoride hysteria is, as I haven't honestly looked into it to much.  I do drink bottle water a lot, not for any other reason than my beautiful child knocks over my drinking glasses on a regular basis.

[Bad Boy Dazza]

I don't know how true all the fluoride hysteria is, as I haven't honestly looked into it to much.  I do drink bottle water a lot, not for any other reason than my beautiful child knocks over my drinking glasses on a regular basis.

Then may I ask you consider why Israel is banning it, and also consider this article:

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/features/fluoride-childrens-health-grandjean-choi/

[Marty Champions]

Who gives a shit.

lol cmon man flouradation is no joke actually

[Archer77]

Then may I ask you consider why Israel is banning it, and also consider this article:

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/features/fluoride-childrens-health-grandjean-choi/

Send info my way, dude.  I admit my ignorance on this topic.  Ill be happy to read any info you pass along.  Thanks!

[avxo]

*shakes head*

There has been no evidence that fluoridation, at the levels used in water, causes anything except healthier teeth. But the nutjobs need to bitch about something... contrails, wifi, fluoride in the water, etc.

[Big Chiro Flex]

*shakes head*

There has been no evidence that fluoridation, at the levels used in water, causes anything except healthier teeth. But the nutjobs need to bitch about something... contrails, wifi, fluoride in the water, etc.

I'm no conspiracy theorist...but I've read things that say otherwise regarding fluoride. Why should I believe you vs scientists/doctors who disagree with you?

[Parker]

*shakes head*

There has been no evidence that fluoridation, at the levels used in water, causes anything except healthier teeth. But the nutjobs need to bitch about something... contrails, wifi, fluoride in the water, etc.

what about calcification of the pineal gland?

[avxo]

what about calcification of the pineal gland?

You'd imagine that with fluoride in the water for decades we'd be hearing about calcified pineal glands left and right if that were there the case... and yet, this is the first I've heard of it. That's not to say its not possible. Which brings us to a simple question:

Are there any scientific studies which show a statistically siginificant relationship between fluoride and "calcification of the pineal gland"?

[Big Chiro Flex]

You'd imagine that with fluoride in the water for decades we'd be hearing about calcified pineal glands left and right if that were there the case... and yet, this is the first I've heard of it. That's not to say its not possible. Which brings us to a simple question:

Are there any scientific studies which show a statistically siginificant relationship between fluoride and "calcification of the pineal gland"?

Pineal glands do calcify....I'd like to hear more reasons other than aging that cause this though. I've seen studies showing that the better teeth argument is also correlated with overall better hygiene in modern society, not strictly to the fluoridity.

Either way, I'm keeping an open mind but I'd like to hear more info.

[avxo]

I'm no conspiracy theorist...but I've read things that say otherwise regarding fluoride. Why should I believe you vs scientists/doctors who disagree with you?

Don't believe me - I never asked you to. The evidence for the safety of fluoridated water is available for inspection. I am curious, what possible reason could dentists today have to support fluoridation if it doesn't help? Are they all stock holders in Fluoride Inc.?

[Big Chiro Flex]

Don't believe me - I never asked you to. The evidence for the safety of fluoridated water is available for inspection. I am curious, what possible reason could dentists today have to support fluoridation if it doesn't help? Are they all stock holders in Fluoride Inc.?

Im not attacking you bro...I'm just asking if you have any concrete arguments, I'm genuinely interested in learning more.

[avxo]

Im not attacking you bro...I'm just asking if you have any concrete arguments, I'm genuinely interested in learning more.

It's not my area of expertise but I'd suggest checking out Wikipedia; my position is that water has been fluoridated for many years and few if any documented side-effects have been noted, except in places where too much fluoride was used (either because of crappy equipment or naturally highly fluoridated water) and the fact that experts - including the ADA - continue to support fluoridation despite deriving no financial advantage from doing so.

[missile]

It's not my area of expertise but I'd suggest checking out Wikipedia

Bro I don't think Wikipedia is all that reliable.

[avxo]

Bro I don't think Wikipedia is all that reliable.

It should be taken with a grain of salt (coincidentally, table salt contains fluoride!) and not accepted uncritically, but it is an excellent resource that frequently includes quite useful links to reliable sources.

Plus, I doubt that everyone is as lucky as me to have available, for unlimited use, a major University library at all hours of the day, and the ability to consult with University Professors in the field of dentistry by sending a quick inter-department message.

[Wiggs]

There's nothing wrong with being a conspiracy theorist and yes, as I and others have been saying, fluoride is bad for you. There have been plenty of studies as I've posted in the past showing its long term effects.

Another one for Wiggs and CSWOL.

[Tedim]

It should be taken with a grain of salt (coincidentally, table salt contains fluoride!) and not accepted uncritically, but it is an excellent resource that frequently includes quite useful links to reliable sources.

Plus, I doubt that everyone is as lucky as me to have available, for unlimited use, a major University library at all hours of the day, and the ability to consult with University Professors in the field of dentistry by sending a quick inter-department message.

My wife is a dentist.....

[avxo]

My wife is a dentist.....

Great. What's her professional view on water fluoridation?

[Psychopath]

Fresh spring water is best.

[missile]

Professors in the field of dentistry

Bro nobody is saying it hurts your teeth.

[avxo]

Bro nobody is saying it hurts your teeth.

Actually, it can. In large amounts it can cause fluorosis.