High Fluoride Exposure Linked to Lower IQ in Kids
Higher fluoride exposure was linked to lower IQ among children, a large meta-analysis indicated, although with limited data quality. Inverse associations and a dose-response association were found between fluoride measurements in urine and drinking water and children's IQ across literature from multiple countries,
Analysis links fluoride exposure to low IQ but finds ‘high risk of bias’ in most studies
An analysis of more than 70 studies on fluoride and IQ levels concluded there was a relationship between higher levels of the common water additive and lower IQ levels in children, though a large
Children exposed to higher fluoride levels have lower IQs, a government study finds
A rigorous nine-year research review looking at the relationship between fluoride and intelligence in children concludes that as fluoride levels rise, IQ drops.
Divisive study finds link between fluoride and childhood IQ loss
A controversial new study out Monday in a US medical journal could reignite debate over fluoride's safety in water, linking higher exposure levels to lower IQ in children.
Review Shows Inverse Link Between Fluoride Exposure and Children's IQ
Inverse associations are observed between fluoride measurements in urine and drinking water and children's IQ, accordin
What a new study does — and doesn't — say about fluoride and its link to IQ
A new report that analyzes research on fluoride and IQ scores finds that the more fluoride a child is exposed to, the lower he or she tends to score on intelligence tests. The findings' relevance to the U.
Another major study finds fluoride in water lowers children's IQ
It's been added to public water systems since 1945 for its protective qualities, with the goal of reducing tooth decay and promoting generally good oral health.
New research adds to debate over fluoride in drinking water
Last year, a government report linking high levels of fluoride with lower IQ in children contributed to debate over adding fluoride to drinking water. The analysis behind that report is out today.
Fluoride once again scrutinized for possible effect on kids' brains
A new report once again raises the question of whether there is a link between fluoride in drinking water and lower IQ levels ...
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What to know about a controversial new study on fluoride and IQ
A new government study reviewing past research on the safety of fluoride for children found a slight decrease in IQ scores ...
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Shocking fluoride truths and their unexpected health impact
Explore new fluoride research revealing potential cognitive effects and tips on managing exposure for better health.
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Why is fluoride added to drinking water?
Researchers traced the cause of the stain to the town's water supply, which contained abnormally high levels of fluoride.
Fluoride in water: Lakeland officials urged to make fact-based decision
Fluoridation of the city's drinking water gets its first discussion in a City Commission meeting, as a nurse urges officials to rely on science.
RFK Jr. wants fluoride out of drinking water. Oregon shows what’s coming.
Fluoridated water is lauded as one of the greatest public health achievements of the 20th century. Yet, more Americans are ...
Fluoride once again scrutinized for possible effect on children's brains
A new report once again raises the question of whether there is a link between fluoride in drinking water and lower IQ levels ...