Good article. I agree with most of what you said. But, there is a problem when researchers narrow an entire plant down to one molecule since plants often have multiple similar compounds that synergize which creates a stronger effect. So plant extracts may be the way to go since they can control the levels of the most potent compound and keep some of the synergizing chemicals too.
Secondly you mention the productz containing mercury/lead/arsenic but that is meaningless unless they noted the levels and whether the arsenic was inorganic or organic. Most foods have arsenic and other contaminants simply because it is in the ground but the levels are so low as to be safe.
Pumpernickel bagels!
Last paragraph is highly amusing to me, as this isn't an argument an anti-vaxer would have brought, as they always complain about "mercury in vaccines"
Thanks, I take that as a compliment! I'd rather have a little mercury instead of death/dismemberment.