Understanding our genetics plays a significant role in how effectively we can detoxify our bodies. Our genetics not only defines our physical characteristics but also shapes how our bodies manage and eliminate toxins. Such genetic influence permeates every aspect of our detoxification mechanisms, affecting the effectiveness of processes such as sweating, breathing, bowel movements, and urination.
When I encounter patients who are dealing with various health issues, such as chronic inflammation, particularly in cases like breast implant illness, it often ties back to the liver and kidney's ability to manage toxins. Today's episode holds such significant importance as we will explore the vital role these organs play in detoxification and delve deeper into the impact of various toxins, including heavy metals, mold toxins, and environmental toxins like glyphosates, on our overall well-being.
How Environmental Factors Impact Detoxification and Overall Health
The breast implant may contribute to chronic inflammation in a person, but their ability to manage detoxification, environmental factors like their location or environmental surroundings, air quality, water sources, and dietary choices play a significant role in shaping their health. That is why when I assess my patients, I pay close attention to their inflammatory symptoms, especially in the nervous system, where signs like brain fog, memory issues, and neuropathic pain can manifest.
These inflammatory symptoms are particularly concerning in younger individuals, especially those with children. The adverse effects are not limited solely to neurological symptoms like brain fog and memory issues. They encompass a wide array of discomforts, including conditions such as dry eyes, persistent coughing, moments of breathlessness, sensations of chest tightness or discomfort, and a spectrum of digestive issues like heartburn, acid reflux, constipation, and diarrhea. Additionally, individuals may experience musculoskeletal pain, with persistent aches and discomfort in their joints and muscles.
Fortunately, I've learned to understand how each person detoxifies by listening to their experiences, conducting genetic testing, and assessing their symptoms over many years. This helps me formulate a comprehensive view of their individual health and how they manage detoxification.
Toxins in Mold Exposure and their Effects on Health
In our office, we have a few methods to support our findings. Personally, I'm interested in conducting a urine tox test, which can reveal substances like mycotoxins, heavy metals, and environmental contaminants. The tox test report encompasses a range of toxins, and individuals with significant mold exposure might show the presence of toxins like aflatoxin, beta-one, alpha toxin, and M-one.
There are also various other mycotoxins, such as ochratoxin, which is sometimes found in wine, with varying regulations in the United States and Europe. As such, people sensitive to mold and ochratoxin can face challenges when consuming wine.
Heavy Metal Exposure and Detoxification in Patients with Implants
Heavy metals that may be found in patient's test results include aluminum, beryllium, gadolinium, nickel, platinum, antimony, bismuth, cadmium, lead, mercury, thallium, thorium, tungsten, and uranium. These metals could be acquired through environmental exposure.
Ongoing research exists about whether medical devices like hip, knee, or breast implants might contribute to metal exposure. In some cases, devices like knee or hip implants can result in what's called "poly wear." Notably, urine tests conducted after the removal of such devices, as in the case of explanted patients, have shown significant improvements in heavy metal levels, even before engaging in a detox program. However, some heavy metals, like beryllium, might linger, warranting further investigation.
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