Foggy mind, fatigue, loose stools, skin rashes, cellulite, difficulty losing weight, headaches, achey joints…these are common signs of ‘toxicity.’ However the effects of environmental toxins extend far beyond these symptoms and are known to drive chronic disease.
Toxins in our modern day are inevitable, and our bodies have natural systems in place to deal with them and protect our cells. However, when the burden of toxins from our environment outweighs our ability to detoxify and clear them, this is when symptoms and disease can occur.
Toxic exposure
We’re constantly exposed to toxins. They’re present in our air, water, soil and food through:
* Manufacturing (solvents)
* Farming (herbicides)
* Medicine (pharmaceutical drugs)
* Chemicals (cleaning products, personal care, fumes etc)
* Plastics (BPA in plastic containers, bottles etc.)
* Poor diet and lifestyle (cigarettes, drugs, alcohol, artificial colours/preservatives, pesticides on foods)
Effect of toxins on our health
An overload of toxins creates chaos and disorder in our body by:
* Creating dangerous blockades in hormone and cell signalling, which disrupts the function of our thyroid and reproductive hormones; and energy production.
* Causing wide spread inflammation throughout the body.
* Activating our immune system resulting in allergies, poor immune function and even autoimmune conditions.
* Impairing neurological function, leading to mood disorders and memory problems.
Toxicity is emerging as a major cause of chronic disease. Many studies have shown that populations exposed to chemicals, have a higher incidence of heart attacks, strokes and diabetes.
Toxicity-associated diseases:
* Reproductive + Fertility issues
* Immune/Autoimmune disorders
* Cardiometabolic diseases (e.g. weight gain)
* Neurological disturbances
* Endocrine disorders (e.g. thyroid problems)
* Mitochondrial/Fatigue disorders
* Abnormal cell regulation/cancers
How resilient are you to toxins?
The burden of these environmental toxins paired with our own individual resistance dictates how much of an impact toxins will have on your health and whether or not they will cause chronic disease. We know some people are more vulnerable to toxins due to genetic factors, high toxic exposure or poor digestive and/or liver function.
How to clear toxins
Cleansing the body of any stored toxins and restoring healthy gut, liver and kidney function is the foundation to a detoxification program. A practitioner-guided cleanse is the most effective way to eliminate stored toxins, in a safe and effective way.
We run 4-8 week cleanse programs at Zest+Zing which are personalised to each individual client. It’s a great way to reset your whole body!
Benefits of a cleanse:
* More energy
* Clear skin
* Reduce bloating + restore healthy digestion
* Better sleep
* Fat loss
* Reduced cellulite
* Improve muscle tone
Contact us for more information or book an appointment to get started
