Need Help with Detoxification? Try Supplements
Detoxing is a crucial step in recharging your health. But an extensive, multi-day cleanse is not the only way to do a detox. Why not do it every day with supplements? In addition to their detoxifying benefits, supplements are excellent for supporting your nutritional habits.
Deciding which supplements to take can be overwhelming. But you don’t need to figure it all out by yourself. That’s what your local natural health practitioner is for! Let’s explore the detoxing benefits of supplements. We also compile a list of supplements that are ideal for detoxification.
Why Take Supplements to Detox?
If you’re like most people, your body already knows how to cleanse itself of toxins and unnatural chemicals. For instance, metabolism is the body’s way of creating waste and eliminating harmful substances from your system. Also, as you breathe in, ingest, and absorb allergens, chemicals, and other particles, your body continually works to remove them and keep you healthy.
However, depending on lifestyle factors and environmental pollutants, toxins can still build up in the body. Unhealthy eating, exposure to chemicals, smoking, and other harmful behaviors can thwart the body’s detoxification efforts. Genetic factors, geographic location, and poor physical working conditions can also contribute to toxin buildup.
Our bodies have multiple ways to signal toxicity. Here are some potential side effects:
- Fatigue or insomnia
- Indigestion or constipation
- Brain fog
- Skin conditions like hives and acne
- Nausea
- Coughing, wheezing, or sneezing
- Weight gain or bloating
- Pain in the back, chest, joints, or head
When you don’t have the time or stamina to engage in a multi-day cleanse, incorporating supplements into your health plan is a great start. Here are common types of supplements that have cleansing benefits and can help your body expel toxins:
Antioxidants
Antioxidants prevent cell damage caused by free radicals, the molecules that form during the metabolic process and in response to environmental pollution. Try vitamins A, E, C, and D for their antioxidant properties, or consider copper, zinc, selenium, or zinc. Some of these levels can be tested to see if supplements are needed. Lipoic acid is another effective antioxidant.
Glutathione is a “master antioxidant” when it comes to detoxification at the cellular level. In addition to removing heavy metals, glutathione supports liver function, reduces oxidative stress, and can even neutralize harmful substances that enter the body. BHWC offers glutathione in a capsule that has been studied and shown to raise glutathione levels in the body.
Probiotics
Toxins can get into your stomach and digestive tract. Taking probiotics can help you nurture a healthy gut environment. They also improve nutrient absorption, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion—all detoxification functions.
Iron and Riboflavin
Vitamin B-2, which comprises iron and riboflavin, has strong detox properties. Both iron and riboflavin help your liver break down harmful substances.
Cell Energy Support
The millions of mitochondria in your cells need support to perform detox functions. Mitochondria are the cellular power sources that create cell energy, which helps break down toxins. Our mitochondria become less effective as we age, so taking a supplement like Cell Energy can give mitochondria a boost.
Consult an Integrative Health Practitioner Near You for Supplement Guidance
Choosing the right supplements to promote detoxification is easy with the right information and guidance from a Cincinnati holistic medicine provider. If you’re new to detoxing, a Blatman Health and Wellness Center clinician will be happy to answer your questions and help you select the right supplements. They can also recommend other therapies and nutritional counseling to help you get the most out of your integrative medical care.
