REBECCA ROVAY-HAZELTON , L ICENSED NUTRITIONIST
FUNCTIONAL DIAGNOSTIC NUTRITION PRACTITIONER&
DR. HOLLY GERMAN ,NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR
METABOLIC BOOSTING WITH DETOXIFICATION & CLEANSING
Intros
Dr. Holly German, Naturopathic DoctorRebecca Rovay-Hazelton, Licensed
Nutritionist, Author of Choosing Health
Overview
Detox basicsEight techniques to support your body in detoxification
and elimination Reduce exposure Nourish Hydrate Move Eliminate Get Unstuck Rest Self-Care
What does detoxification have to do with metabolism? When the “toxic burden” is reduced, the endocrine system is more
balanced and metabolism will he healthier
Organs of Detoxification
Clearing toxins from the body is a team effort & essential to healthy metabolism
These organs are always detoxifying to some degree but your level of wellness/dis-ease influences how much energy the body has to put towards cleansing
A Collaborative Approach to Health
Detox Hierarchy
Body detoxes endogenous & exogenous toxins Non-native gut species Chemicals, medications, & normal environmental toxins
Effect the endocrine, immune, and neurological systems first and foremost
Body does general “housekeeping” during day: Disposes of cellular waste, esp. lactic acid Removes larger waste products sent thru lymph Removes smaller waste thru veins, breath, sweat, or to liver Liver makes some toxins water-soluble, excreted by kidneys
or skin Liver traps fat-soluble toxins in bile to be excreted in feces Final clearance of waste by digestive tract
Tip #1: Reduce Exposure to Toxins
There are 70,000 registered chemicals having hormonal effects, in addition to being toxic and carcinogenic. The hormonal effects have a devastating effect on
metabolism!
Reduce Your Environmental Stress
Reduce Xenoestrogens
Estrogen mimickers, increase estrogen levels, disrupt hormonal balance & tax the liver, include: Organ chlorines—used in pesticides, dry cleaning,
bleaching of feminine-hygiene products, plastic Choose organic produce, hormone-free animal products,
filtered water BPA-plastic, water bottles, linings of cans
Avoid heating plastics
Tips for reducing Xenoestrogens
Parabens & stearal konium chloride in cosmetics and creams Skindeep.org, look for paraben-free on label
Phthalates, phenoxyethanol as preservatives in sunscreens, lotions Coconut oil (SPF 2), red raspberry oil (SPF 28)
Perfumes, deodorizers, air fresheners contain artificial scents and phthalates Air purifier, plant, baking soda, essential oils
BCP’s, spermicidal condomsLaundry detergent, dryer sheets & fabric softeners
(petrochemicals) Seventh Generation, Soap Nuts, Ecover, BabyGanics Dryer Sheets
Reduce Exposure to Poor Quality Food
Processed foods (packaged foods with artificial ingredients, food coloring, flavor enhancers, refined salt, reduced nutrients)
SugarFeedlot animals (antibiotics, GMO feed,
growth hormones, filthy living conditions…you can’t get healthy on sick animals!)
Commercial dairy (same problems as above)Dirty dozen produce (fruits & veggies with
highest concentrations of pesticides).
Reduce Exposure to Toxins cont.
Use quality body care products Use EWG’s cosmetics database (ewg.org/skindeep)
Get a shower filter & water filter Many choices, APEC @ freedrinkingwater.com is one
Take chlorella 20-30 mins before eating seafood Binds to mercury in stomach HMD, heavy metal detox is a clean brand Safe in pregnancy
Reduce Exposure to Toxins:Making Your Home & Office Health-Friendly
Air purifying plants (spider plant, peace lily)Air purifier
IQAir or BlueAirMinimize synthetic materialsUse glass food storage containersUse non-toxic cookware
Nutri-Stahl, glass, stainless steel, cast ironAvoid using particle board and other toxic furniture and building materials
• Carpet glues• Paints• Vinyl floors (PVC’s
• Make your own or use natural cleaning products
Helpful Tests
HTMA (hair tissue mineral analysis)Pathogen screenFood intoleranceMetabolic Assessment Profile
Looks at liver clearance (UBAS) Will tell you if liver support is necessary
Urine Toxic Metals Provoked with DMSA
Detoxigenomics
Tip #2:Eat a Nourishing Diet
Diet HUGELY influences proper cell function (raw materials for energy production, co-factors & detoxification capacity).
Nutrients (or lack thereof) can turn genes on/off and either improve or impede detoxification
FIRST STEP=Eat the Right Diet
Which Metabolic Type Are You?
Your diet may be outdated! Our bodies are always changing, you need to stay
current What kind of meal makes you full/satisfied for at least 3
hours? Does that same meal give you good mental energy and
make you feel emotionally balanced (not agitated or depressed)?
Do you have regular elimination?
Which Metabolic Type Are You?
Which proteins make you feel your best (not which ones taste best to you)? Red meat or dark meat poultry or lighter proteins like
chicken breast or fish? Or non-flesh proteins like eggs or cheese?
Which are your power carbs? High starches such as grains, fruit, potatoes, corn &
beets? Medium starches like zucchini, avocado, legumes? Or low starch such as asparagus, mushrooms, and leafy greens?
Do you feel more satisfied at meals that contain healthy fats such as coconut oil, olive oil, butter, full-fat dairy, nuts or seeds? Or do you feel sluggish after eating moderate to high amounts of fat?
Don’t Eat Carbage
Avoid processed foods, packaged foods with food coloring, additives, flavor enhancers, artificial ingredients & sweeteners Avoid refined grains and salt (soak grains, use
unrefined salt)
Nutrition Broad Brushstrokes
Eat whole, unprocessed foods Chicken, not chicken nuggets
Eat plenty of quality fat Hormones are made of fat & cholesterol Egg yolks, butter, ghee, coconut, palm, lard, olive,
nuts & seeds
Nutrition Broad Brushstrokes cont…
Avoid foods that stimulate your body & blood sugar Slowly switch to decaf, use stevia, xylitol, small
amounts of coconut sugar or sucanat as sweetenerConsume bone broth weekly if not dailyInclude fermented foods daily
Good bacteria help to promote healthy detox via the digestive tract
Saeurkraut, kimchi, miso, tempeh, natto, yogurt, kombucha, kefir
Spices
Ginger, turmeric, cayenne, garlic & onion are potentially anti-inflammatory and support detox via the liver. Check food intolerance first
Food Sensitivity/Intolerance
Test for Gluten Intolerance
Gluten Intolerance is a MAJOR contributor to chronic inflammation and autoimmune disease
Rule it out with a simple blood test with Cyrex Labs Array 3, extremely accurate blood test for gluten
intolerance Array 4, cross-reactivity Array 5, multiple autoimmunity screening
Tip #3: Hydrate
Hydration promotes detoxifation in all cells and promotes healthy BMs
Drink plenty of water AWAY from meals Drinking a lot at meal times dilutes digestive juices
Consume carbonated beverages sparingly Damages parietal cells, make HCL
Tip #4: Move Your Body
Sweat releases toxins through skin, largest organ of elimination
Strength train, do yoga, do activities you enjoy! Lift weights 1-3 times every week
Anabolic, builds strong muscles/bones/joints Work all major muscle groups Muscle movement lymph node detox
Rebounding
Tip #5: Optimize Elimination
Waste removal system, essential to overall health
Everybody Poops…Eventually
Normal transit time 10-15 hrs Beet test
Ideal to pass 12 or more inches of well-formed stool EVERY DAY! If there’s a problem south, look north (food choice,
chewing, hydration) Move the body and the bowels will follow!
What’s Your Poop Telling You?
Causes of Disrupted Elimination
Bacteria, fungus & other pathogens can cause constipation and/or diarrhea Live in GI tract, form biofilm (DNA, protein coating to
protect themselves), and excrete toxins. Damages our health, disrupts elimination
Food intolerance, stress, sedentary lifestyle, dehydration, medication, endocrine disorders, nutrient deficiency
Elimination & Detoxification Pathway Teamwork
If feces sits around for days in body, we absorb some of that toxic waste material via mesentary/hepatic system Toxins go back to liver Test for elevated UBAS (urinary bile acid sulfates) Can treat pathogens & parasites naturally, don’t have
to take medication
Optimizing Elimination
Optimize what goes into the body Food choice Chewing thoroughly Test for food intolerance Consider digestive aids such as enzymes and/or bitter
herbs Consider a pathogen test – stool test x3 most accurate
Once ruled out, can still go through mucosal barrier rebuilding
Heal a leaky gut Aloe, glutamine, chlorophyll, etc.
Tip #6: Get Unstuck
Explore stuck feelings, emotions, and thoughts. The physical body follows the mind. Persistent anger, anxiety and depression hinders the
innate ability to detoxify.Neurotransmitter balancing
Sometimes it really is in your head!
Optimizing Neurotransmitter Balance
Food is our best way to effect levels since the amino acids cross the blood brain barrier and direct neurotransmitter supplements won’t.
Protein is main building block: only food source of amino acids. Cottage cheese & other dairy Seafood Poultry & red meat Eggs Even “complete” plant protein
combinations (i.e. rice and beans) are not as bioavailable as animal-based aminos
Support for healthy neurotransmitter production
Heating food at high temperatures damages amino acids
Exercise, especially yogaBrain training
Negative self talk & bad attitude impact chemistry as much as drugs or diet
Gut health 75% + Serotonin & melatonin made in gut
Compromised gut health (poor diet) can impede mood, sleepneurotransmitter productionmood
Emotional Freedom Technique
Psychological acupressure technique for optimizing emotional health.
Tap a meridian with fingertips of index & middle fingers
Reduce Your Stress
Hidden internal stressors: parasites, bacteria, fungi & viruses, pesticides, herbicides, chemicals, metals, blood sugar imbalance, alcohol, drugs
Supplements
Amino acid therapy should always be done under the guidance of a trained health professional.
Serotonin5-HTPDopamine, Norepinephrine & EndorphinL-
tyrosine, DLPA (DPA if DLPA too stimulating)GABAPhenibut (beta-phenyl-gamma-
aminobutyric acid)Adaptogenic herbs to support adrenal health
Holy basil, ashwagandha, Siberian ginseng, licorice root, bacopa, astragalus, schizandra, rhodiola
Next Steps & Testing
Free questionnaire on choosinghealthnow.com (links & tools) Read The Mood Cure by Julia Ross Neurogistics urine test Neuroresearch: Have your doctor order urine
testing with DBS Labs
Tip #7: Go the F&*% to Sleep
Best bedtime: 10pm, best rising time 6am No bright lights an hour before bed
Reading lamp behind you, not over you No TV, computer screen or cell phone! Blackout shades Remove night lights
Sound sleep tips Deep breathing Rescue sleep remedy To do list for next day (don’t try to remember) Try to avoid stressful things before bed (like checking
email)
Lack of Sleep & Darkness
We are meant to go to bed a couple hours after the sun goes down and wake up soon after the sun rises Melatonin production requires darkness before
midnight Powerful cancer suppressor, digestive aid, and
antioxidant Cortisol
Slows metabolism & increases hormonally active belly fat
Tip #8: Self-Care
Exercise, especially trampoline (lymph)Eat calmly and mindfully
Promotes better breakdown if food, less stress hormones, and correct portions
Rest & massageDeep breathingCoffee enemasCastor oil packsInfrared saunasSkin brushingHydrotherapy
Honor Your Health
All our systems work in harmony (or disharmony)
Put effort into supporting ALL of the systemsWhen in doubt, investigate
Contact Info
Rebecca Rovay-Hazeltonrebecca@choosinghealthnow.
comFree newsletter
choosinghealthnow.comMy book
Choosing Health: A One-Size-Doesn’t-Fit-All Guide to Diet, Exercise & Motivation
Holly [email protected]
Free newsletter Blog with detox resources
www.Drhollygerman.comSanta Cruz Naturopathic
Medical Center477-1377Free 15 minute consultation
Cooking videosYouTube.com/NutritiousDelicious1
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