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Subject: Re: Calphalon Cookware and Alzheimers Disease (?)
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Date: Fri, 11-Nov-83 18:15:17 EST
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Posted: Fri Nov 11 18:15:17 1983
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I am concerned about an article that appeared within this subject re:
Aluminum (Al) accumulating in the brain and causing sveral kinds of
dementia & Al cookware as one of the sources of getting Al in the
body.

The Federal Drug & Food (FDA) has for many years approved Al compounds in
Drugs. 1. Aluminum Hydroxide (AlOH) as one of two main actives in Antacids
(the other being Magnesium Hydroxide).  This compound has for over 20 years
2. Aluminum Chlorohyrate (in some cases combined with Zirconium) is the most
effective antiperspirant active.  This compound is considered a drug since it
prevents (they say) perspiration, a normal body action.  Its important since
during application in aersol form (especially within a small confined area, i.e.
a bathroom, a small portion of the application is inhaled and enters the
lungs.

I would be interested in hearing other information as to whether just Al
in raw form is harmful and/or in any other form of compounds.