by Radhia Gleis

We are all exposed to toxins in the air we breathe, the water we drink and products we use. Detoxification is a full-time job for your body; it’s a natural, ongoing process that happens 24/7 and with all the toxins and stress in the modern world, it is a lot of work. You should be aware that how well, or how poorly, your body is able to detoxify will in a large part determine how well or sick you feel.

Every drug, artificial chemical, pesticide and hormone is broken down or metabolized by enzyme pathways inside the liver cells. Many of the toxic chemicals that enter the body are fat-soluble, which means they dissolve only in fatty or oily solutions and not in water. This makes them difficult for the body to excrete. In these fatty parts of the body, toxins may be stored for years, being released during times of exercise, stress, weight loss programs and fasting. So the more fat you have on your body the more toxic you are.

Converting these toxins and carrying them out of the body is known as Phase I and Phase II liver detoxification. A proper detoxification program can be an effective tool for tuning up your lifestyle patterns, reducing your food sensitivities load through an elimination diet and a simple way to facilitate better assessment of complex GI dysfunctions. One of my favorite liver detox programs is Core Restore by Orthomolecular. It’s is a comprehensive seven-day diet, lifestyle and nutrient program to reduce toxic burden and support Phase I and II liver detoxification function.

Each Core Restore BT Kit includes a Core Restore Patient Guide – which includes step-by-step instructions, dietary schedule, recipes and grocery list for better compliance. It even includes a little electric mixer. Enjoy improved biotransformation, better digestive system function and increased nutrient absorption which will help you feel more energized.

Radhia Gleis, PhD, Med, CCN, is a certified Clinical Nutritionist/Holistic Practitioner, Wellness Director for Martins Compounding & Wellness Pharmacies with three locations in the Austin area.   Contact Radhia@cpdwellness.com