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Confused about how to do a day of detoxing. Follow along to listen to Allie’s tips on including supplements with detoxing.
DETOXIFICATION
Written by Allie Might, INHC
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There are many ways that we can become “toxic”. The food we eat (no matter how clean), cleaning products, grooming/beauty products, mercury fillings, the air/environment, the workplace and social places are just a few factors that can contribute to our toxicity. It is important to rid our bodies of these toxins to help us obtain optimum health. Having toxins stored up can make us more susceptible to illness and disease.†
I recommend doing a 5-10 day detox seasonally, or four times a year. This is a good way to refocus our eating habits, jump start our system and a nice way to start a new cycle of the year.†
~Drink half your body weight of water in ounces everyday (i.e.: if someone is 100lbs, they need 50oz of water daily)†
~Have a glass of warm water with the juice of a half of a lemon upon waking up †
~Use supplements for a complete detox †
~Avoid social media, the internet and the news for at least part of the week to “detox” your mind and soul †
~Try light exercise, such as meditation, stretching, restorative yoga and nature walks †
~Avoid alcohol, caffeine, dairy, soda, sugar, starches and processed foods †
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Psyllium Husk
Psyllium husk is a fiber from the husks of the plantago ovata plant’s seeds. It will act as a laxative. It is important while doing a detox to cleanse the intestines and colon. Psyllium husk will bind to partially digested food particles and toxins with pull them out of the digestive tract by increasing the size and moisture of the stool. Studies have also shown that fiber gives us added benefits of lowering blood sugar, aiding in weight loss. It is also heart healthy by helping to regulate blood pressure, cholesterol and triglyceride levels.†
Phyllanthus Amarus Extract
Phyllanthus Amarus, or Indian Gooseberry, is a fruit used to improve liver function. This herb has been used throughout Chinese and African medicine for its powerful healing properties. It can protect us against toxicity and inflammation. Phyllanthus Amarus has also been shown to help heal the liver in people who have Hepatitis B.†
Milk Thistle
Milk thistle is an herb used to support the liver and gallbladder. It is an important herb traditionally used for those suffering from cirrhosis, hepatitis and jaundice (the yellowing of the skin and eyes). Milk thistle has also shown to increase the liquidity of bile in the gallbladder.†
Dandelion Root
Yes, dandelion! And it has been shown to have amazing benefits. It is often used as a diuretic to pull excess water out of the body through urination and which can also help to reduce swelling. It can help prevent crystals from forming and causing kidney infections. Dandelion is also a powerful antioxidant that helps to protect our cells and minimize heart problems.†
As with starting any new plan, I do encourage you to consult a healthcare professional to discuss any potential allergies, side effects or interactions with medications.†
For further questions or concerns related my recommended supplements, email me at [email protected].
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https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/pharmacology-toxicology-and-pharmaceutical-science/phyllanthus-amarus
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cruciferous vegetables
InViteⓇ Health Podcast, Episode hosted by Amanda Williams, MPH
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One of my favorite sayings is, “Let food be thy medicine.” When we think about food-based nutrients and all of the different roles they play in terms of the modulation of metabolic pathways and detoxification, there is one class of foods that really provides a unique spectrum of these bioactive compounds. Today, I want to talk about cruciferous vegetables and the active components that are derived from them that do so much to support our health.†
Cruciferous vegetables include things like cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, arugula, kale, turnip and rutabaga. When they are prepared properly, these vegetables are very beneficial when it comes to active chemical constituents that are contained within them. If you’re eating them as a whole food, that’s a great thing because you’ll get the vitamins, minerals and fiber that are contained within them.†
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If we look at the extract of some of the bioactive components that are derived from cruciferous vegetables, this is where things get really interesting. We can look specifically at indole-3-carbinol and diindolylmethane (DIM). Indole-3-carbinol and DIM are both bioactive components and natural metabolites that come from cruciferous vegetables. They have been studied extensively when it comes to their benefits for the human body.†
Indole-3-carbinol and DIM are very impressive. They have been shown to help the body with hormone balance, inflammation and more.†
When we look at how these nutrients are really working, we can look at them having antioxidant components, so they’re going to be fending off oxidative stress and free radicals. We now recognize that they’re also working to deactivate certain inflammatory pathways, including NF-kB and PPAR.†
I want to talk about a study that shows the phytochemicals found in cruciferous vegetables and how they’re working when it comes to the body’s detoxification pathways. We know that having a proper antioxidant response is critical for our existence, especially in terms of the different phases of metabolic detoxification.†
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In this study, researchers wanted to analyze how indole-3-carbinol and DIM were working throughout these three different phases of detoxification. They found that these nutrients were working through NRF2 activation. This is a transcription factor. They were able to see how those two chemical constituents are actually helping with the pathways associated with phases one and two of detoxification. This is really an impressive feat for nutrients that are coming from foods such as cruciferous vegetables.†
In this episode, Amanda Williams, MPH discusses indole-3-carbinol and DIM, two powerful nutrients that come from cruciferous vegetables. She explains the important role these components play in detoxification, liver health and more and details studies that explain how they work within the body.†
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