Detoxification is a buzzword that seems to be popping up everywhere lately. From juice cleanses to water fasts, detox diets aim to help our bodies rid themselves of harmful toxins. But what exactly does detoxification mean, and how can we do it?
At its core, detoxification is how our bodies rid themselves of toxins. This can happen in several different ways: through the liver, which helps to break down and excrete toxins; through the digestive system, which eliminates waste products from the body; and through the skin, which can sweat out toxins when we exercise or spend time in a sauna, for example.
There are many ways to support detoxification, from choosing whole foods over processed ones to getting enough sleep and exercise. Here are a few tips that can help you start your detox journey:
1. Eat a balanced diet.
What we eat significantly impacts our body’s ability to detoxify itself. Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains gives the body all the nutrients needed to break down and eliminate toxins. In addition to eating a healthy, balanced diet, it’s essential to ensure you’re drinking enough water and staying hydrated.
2. Avoid processed foods.
Processed foods are often full of additives, preservatives, and artificial ingredients that can stress the liver and digestive system extra. Try to choose whole, minimally processed foods as much as possible.
3. Exercise regularly.
Sweating is one of the most effective ways to eliminate toxins from the body. In addition to helping you sweat, exercise can also help to improve circulation, which helps the body eliminate waste more efficiently.
4. Practice stress-reducing activities.
Stress can hurt the body’s ability to detoxify itself. Activities like yoga, meditation, or time in nature can help reduce stress and improve overall health.
5. Consider a cleanse or fast.
While not necessary or appropriate for everyone, some people find that doing a cleanse or fast can be a helpful way to kick-start the detoxification process. Just consult with a healthcare provider before embarking on any restrictive diet.
Overall, supporting your body’s natural detoxification processes should be seen as ongoing rather than a one-time thing. You can help your body eliminate toxins and stay healthy for years by making simple, sustainable changes to your diet and lifestyle.
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Summary of Transcript:
In this YouTube video, Dr. Ebony Cornish and Jackie Meinhardt discuss the topic of detox and spring cleaning. They explain that detoxification is about eliminating toxins from the body, which enter through various sources, including the air and food we breathe. The liver, gut, and urine are the significant ways the body detoxes, and they suggest techniques such as regular bowel movements, eating cruciferous vegetables, and drinking two liters of water per day to aid in gut detoxification. They also emphasize the importance of mental detoxification through yoga, relaxation techniques, and good sleep habits. The speakers highlight the need for additional vitamins and nutrients to help the body detox more efficiently in the hepatic portal circulation. They also mention the impact of endocrine disruptors in food and non-food products, such as cosmetics, on our overall health. Dr. Cornish and Jackie Meinhardt encourage an integrative approach to detoxification and overall well-being.
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Summary of Description:
Amen Clinics Washington D.C. is hosting a discussion on functional medicine with physicians Eboni Cornish, MD, and Jacquelyn Meinhardt, DNP. The discussion will focus on detoxification for better health, covering topics such as mental detoxification, environmental toxins, chronic infections, and methods and timing of detox. The clinic also offers IV nutrient therapy and offers a discount to listeners. Those interested in scheduling a visit can contact Amen Clinics for guidance. The clinic can be contacted within the U.S. at 1-888-288-9834 or outside the U.S. at 1-949-266-3700.
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Join Amen Clinics Washington D.C. physicians Eboni Cornish, MD, and Jacquelyn Meinhardt, DNP, for a discussion on functional medicine.
It’s never too late to get your “spring cleaning” done for your health! We are going to discuss detoxification with our functional medicine specialists.
Content We’ll Cover:
00:00-16:00 Skip to Start
16:00-17:05 Introductions
17:06-18:05 The Topic for Today is Spring Cleaning: Detoxification for Your Health
18:06-20:45 How Your Body Works: The Liver, Gut, and Urine are the significant ways our bodies detox.
20:46-22:49 Mental Detoxification: Sleep
22:50-27:34 Mental Detoxification: Gut Health “Food is Medicine”
27:35-32:52 Environmental Toxins: Indoor and Outdoor Exposure to Everyday Toxins or Toxins from Major Life Events/Natural Disasters
32:53-34:33 Is your gut health functional? Do you have regular bowel movements every day?
34:35-37:27 Chronic Infections: Vector-borne illness, pediatric autoimmune, neuropsychiatric syndrome, parasites, etc.
37:28-41:08 How to start a detox? Methods of Detox and Timing of Performing Detox
41:09-42:53 Stress on Aging and Detox: “The Cortisol Steal.”
42:54-51:57 IV Nutrient Therapy & Your Discount for Listening In Today!
51:58-01:16:05 LIVE Q&A With Dr. Eboni Cornish and Dr. Jacquelyn Meinhardt
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