Toxins & Detoxification

Exposure to environmental and chemical pollutants, heavy metals, and other toxins can contribute to the development of chronic health conditions such as immune dysfunction or hormonal disruptions. Supporting the body's natural ability to transform and eliminate toxins through lifestyle-based approaches such as nutritional treatments is an important therapeutic strategy.
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54
%

of disease burden attributable to environmental exposures is borne by children under the age of 15 years.[1]

80
%

of most people’s exposure to pesticides occurs indoors. Measurable levels of up to a dozen pesticides have been found in the air inside homes.[2]

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Assessing Total Toxic Burden 
"Toxic burden is often stealth, and when not addressed, contributes to inflammatory and autoimmune processes. Evaluating toxic exposure is an important preventive and diagnostic measure for many chronic diseases." - Jill Carnahan, MD, IFMCP
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54
%

of disease burden attributable to environmental exposures is borne by children under the age of 15 years.[1]

80
%

of most people’s exposure to pesticides occurs indoors. Measurable levels of up to a dozen pesticides have been found in the air inside homes.[2]

See references

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The Impact of Toxins on the Gut Microbiome

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Common Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals and Women’s Health

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Endocrine Disruptors and Type 2 Diabetes

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Health Impacts of Forever Chemicals & Clinical Interventions

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Neighborhood Health: Pollutant Exposures & Chronic Disease Risk

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Supporting Liver Function With Nutrition

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Bone Health: The Impact of Daily Toxicant Exposures

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Exposure to Pesticides, Herbicides, & Insecticides: Human Health Effects

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REFERENCES

  1. World Health Organization. Chemical Safety Data and Statistics. Published 2017. Accessed September 9, 2024. https://www.euro.who.int/en/health-topics/environment-and-health/chemical-safety/data-and-statistics

  2. US Environmental Protection Agency. Pesticides’ Impact On Indoor Air Quality. October 20, 2021. Accessed September 9, 2024. https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/pesticides-impact-indoor-air-quality