COMPENDIUM ON FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE - Flipbook - Page 519
Diet Optimization
Choosing organic foods and avoiding plastic packaging when
possible
Enhanced Detoxification Support
Supporting the body's natural detoxification mechanisms can help
process and eliminate accumulated toxicants [46]:
Glutathione Optimization
Through direct supplementation or precursors (NAC, glycine,
glutamine)
Liver Support
With nutrients and botanicals that enhance Phase I and Phase II
detoxification
Sauna Therapy
To promote elimination through sweating
Binders
To intercept toxins in the gut and prevent reabsorption
Adequate Hydration
To support kidney filtration and toxin elimination
Barrier System Repair
Restoring integrity to barrier systems helps prevent further
absorption of toxicants and reduces immune triggering [47]:
Gut Repair Protocols
Addressing intestinal permeability, which often accompanies
chemical sensitivity
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