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Based on our comprehensive analysis, the relationship between fluoride in water and arthritis remains complex and controversial. While some studies suggest a potential link between fluoride levels in water and osteoarthritis (NYSCOF study), others argue that high doses of fluoride are needed to produce clinical signs of skeletal fluorosis, which does not align with typical exposure levels (CDC HHS Response). Additionally, there is evidence indicating that some people diagnosed with arthritis may be suffering from low-grade fluoride poisoning (Fluoride Action Network).
The evidence supporting this conclusion includes studies showing that fluoride can mimic arthritic symptoms and potentially cause osteoarthritis at lower than expected levels. However, the majority of mainstream sources do not definitively link fluoride to causing arthritis…
Fluoride and Arthritis: A Review of the Literature
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