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Comment by wqaatwt

7 months ago

IQ points is just an indicator that could be measured consistently. Who knows what else is going on.. and statistically (especially depending on the distribution) 2 IQ points is quite a lot. After all 50% of the population fall into the 20 point range in the middle..

Of course it comes down to whether the relationship actually exists. But picking a slightly higher risk of cavities when the other option is potential mental impairment (however mild) seems like a no-brainer..

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Xelynega  7 months ago

Has this link been found to not exist in fluoride supplements or fluoride toothpastes?

I don't think it's such a no brainer if every health org is recommending fluoride, and some people think it's scary.

  • wqaatwt  7 months ago

    Nobody did any studies or experiments?

    Also you are not supposed to eat toothpaste…

    > don't think it's such a no brainer

    Well obviously only if the relationship actually exists and there is enough evidence for it. How else could you interpret my comment?

    > brainer if every health org is recommending fluoride

    Is that true? e.g. throughout entire Europe for instance?