Detoxification

Diagnosing and Treating Toxicity

• Introduction
• Statistics
• 2005 Studies on Reproductive Disorders
• Symptoms of Toxicity
• Risk Factors
• How Our Bodies become Toxic
• What To Do about All This

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Introduction
Ninety-five percent of the “dis ease” presented to me in my clinical practice is the result of one or more of the following:

1.    Dehydration or not drinking enough water

2.    Inappropriate and/or unhealthy diet

3.    Lack of restful sleep

4.    Lack of adequate exercise

5.    Poor stress adaptation and/or abuse of stimulants or alcohol

6.    Overuse of antibiotics and/or side effects of pharmaceuticals

The six ingredients listed above inevitably lead to toxicity. The body loses its ability to eliminate waste products effectively and efficiently, producing a myriad of symptoms such as headache, joint pain, recurring colds and flus, general exhaustion, depression and anxiety. These symptoms in turn can lead to more serious medical conditions.

Statistics
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• In 1982, the National Human Adipose Tissue Survey took tissue samples from all regions of the country; they found 5 chemicals in 100% of samples; 9 compounds were found in 98%.

• Compounds found included solvents used in manufacturing, pesticides including dioxin, fire retardant, and PCBs, known to be toxic to the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems. A total of 20 toxic compounds were found in 76% of the samples.

• The Ontario College of Family Physicians recently completed ('04) a review of available literature on the health effects of pesticide exposure, and have made recommendations for health policy based on their findings. Highlights include:

• A leukemia study conducted in Montreal revealed 40% of children had a specific genetic vulnerability to pesticides (slow metabolizers).

• A Swedish cancer study revealed 3-7% of non-Hodgkin's lymphomas were directly attributable to pesticide exposure.

• We are all carrying toxic compounds in our adipose tissue, so the question is what effect is it having on our health?

New Studies on Reproductive Disorders, July 26, 2005

Click here to read a recent article from The London Times discussing the effects of toxicity on reproductive disorders.

Symptoms of Toxicity
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• Constipation (less than 1 bowel movement/day)

• Chronic Headaches with or without nausea

• Adverse reactions to drugs, and opposite reactions to drugs

• Adverse reaction to caffeine, reduced clearance

• Decreased tolerance to alcohol and fumes such as paints, perfumes, gasoline

• Increased allergic reactions, asthma, rashes

• Neurotoxicity, i.e. tics, mood swings, headache, numbness, insomnia, and other symptoms not diagnosed as other disorders

• Many other chronic symptoms related to hormonal and immune function

• Certain cancers, autoimmune diseases, neurological diseases, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity

Risk Factors
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• Previous history of smoking or secondhand exposure

• Current workplace exposure, i.e. painters, printers, beauticians, carpet and furniture manufacturing/sales, prefab homes

• Silicone breast implants

• Chemical use in gardening, farming, hobbies

• Ongoing use of pharmaceuticals compounded with other factors

• Consumption of commercial produce and animal products, fast food

• Micro waving food in plastic containers; eating from Styrofoam containers

• Use of nail polish and remover solvents

• Recreational drug use, which burdens the liver and kidneys

• Being exposed to the above during periods of increased stress

How Our Bodies become Toxic
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• We consume toxins through water, food, air, and in various environments. Compounds not broken down completely are stored in fat tissue (which happens to surround the kidneys and sexual organs) due to their fat-soluble nature. Some compounds enter brain tissue if small enough to pass through the blood-brain barrier. Pesticides designed to be toxic to insects have a similar effect on us.

• Severe stress impacts our adrenal glands, making us more susceptible to implantation of toxic compounds. People typically manage stress by excessive drinking, drug use, junk food, and other abusive behaviors. Exercise and therapeutic communication are two examples of functional coping methods.

• Use of antibiotics deplete the healthy gut flora, resulting in decreased immune function and absorption of nutrition from foods consumed

• Some people are constitutionally (genetically) “poor eliminators.” These individuals have difficulty producing the natural types of discharges associated with cleansing, such as through the bowel, kidneys, skin, and lungs.

• We need to exercise at least 3 times a week to maintain our current health status, which helps us to release toxins through sweating and increased breathing as well as “reset” our adrenal glands by discharging stress. Many people do not exercise sufficiently to this effect and chronic cortisol and epinephrine secretion can eventually result in decompensated adrenal, thyroid, reproductive organ, neuronal, and immune function.

• Unfortunately, even when we exercise, eat organic foods, drink spring water, avoid known environmental toxins, and express our emotions freely, we may still become burdened due to genetic predispositions, unknown hazards, and unpredictable life events. Life is not fair or predictable, have you noticed?

What To Do about All This
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• Avoid or limit exposure to known toxins.

• Learn what kinds of foods are healthy for your body specifically.

• Eat fresh organic vegetables and fruits high in antioxidants daily.

• Exercise at least 3 times per week for 45 minutes, preferably outdoors.

• Acquire some sort of stress management technique that involves quieting the mind, such as meditation, yoga, qi gong, dance, or art therapy. Most importantly, practice regularly.

• Investigate cleansing, detoxification, and other therapeutic programs offered by educated, qualified professionals. Get evaluated for toxicity and aim to achieve your own highest vitality and well being.

Drugs

Detoxification Programs

Suppresses Symptoms	Drugs are designed to merely suppress symptoms by overpowering the innately wise healing system of the human body.	Support Normal Function	Better ables the body to heal itself as only it can.
Does Not Build Health	Drugs do not address the cause of the problems you experience. They do not improve the health of the organ system(s) whose impaired function results in the problems you experience.	Fortifies Organ Sytems	They directly address the cause of the problem you experience. They improve the health of the ill organ whose impaired function results in the symptoms you experience.
Are Highly Toxic	They are not good for the body. Drugs actually add to the toxic burden of the body thereby impairing healing.	Are Good for You	They are nutritive to the body and both restore and support normal metabolic function.
Have Side Effects	They routinely cause a host of other problems in the body. Remember that side effects are just as real as whatever effect you took the drug for.	Improve Health	Detoxification routinely results in a heightened state of health and well-being as an effect of the improved health of a number of organ systems.
Can be Dangerous	Drugs can cause severe life-threatening reactions when mixed with other drugs you are taking.	Are Safe	They are safe, and will not cause any adverse reactions with any drugs you may be on; whether prescription drugs or over the counter medication

 

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