THE UNFORTUNATE TRUTH ABOUT TOXINS IN OUR ENVIRONMENT AND THEIR IMPACT ON YOUR BODY:

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

With Dr. Sandra Bevacqua, Ph.D. World Integrated Systems in Health

For Personal Use Only. Please do not post online.

HOW TOXIC ARE WE? In the recent past, it was believed that toxic

exposures happened accidentally: Children eating: paint chips, dirt, anything NOT food Radiological procedures Overdosing of medication Living in older homes (old plumbing, paint, mold etc.) Chemical exposure at work

This is no longer true. In the last few decades through individual testing, we have found that everyone has some significant heavy metal or environmental toxin present and that >95% have at least one toxic overload that is well beyond what is considered safe by any standard.

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WHERE ARE WE BEING EXPOSED?

Home: Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Furniture Garage

Work Office

Environment Required

Exposure Travel Stress

Environment Air Soil Food Water

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THE CLEAN AIR ACT REQUIRES EPA STANDARDS FOR THE 6 MOST COMMON AIR POLLUTANTS Ozone-

Ground level ozone created by chemical rxns btw nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOC) in the presence of sunlight

Ozone can: Cause shortness of breath and pain when taking a deep breath; More difficult to breath;

Increase frequency of asthma attacks. Inflame and damage the airways; Cause coughing and sore or scratchy throat. Aggravate lung diseases such as asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis. Make lungs more susceptible to infection. Continue to damage lung tissue even when the symptoms have disappeared

Particulate Matter- Coarse- industry, roadways, forest fires; Fine/gases- power plants, automobiles, industry Causes lung and heart diseases, premature death, acid rain

Carbon Monoxide- from combustion. Can cause decr oxygen in blood and heart, angina, low exercise tolerance

Nitrogen Oxides- vehicles, industry; incr rate of lung diseases and asthma Sulfur Dioxide- power plants, industry, smelting; Causes numerous lung

diseases Lead- industry, old water pipes, smelting, paint (no longer in gasoline);

accumulates in bones, noted potent neurotoxin, effects kidneys, cardiovascular system, immune sys., especially toxic for developing fetus; Behavioral issues, lowered I.Q. and learning deficits in young children. ©

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AIR POLLUTION ON THE RISE

Beijing's Air Pollution Crisis

VW software scam to fudge emission tests

WHO: Of 1600 cities in 91 countries: only 12% of cities meet

the WHO air quality guidelines.

About half of this population is being exposed to air pollution that is 2.5 times higher than the levels WHO recommends.

Air Pollution Blamed for the deaths of 3.7 million people under the age of 60 in 2012

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TOP 25 CLEANEST U.S. CITIES FOR YEAR-ROUND PARTICLE POLLUTION

1: Cheyenne, WY 2: Santa Fe-Espanola, NM 3: Tucson, AZ 4: Honolulu, HI 4: Great Falls, MT 6: Anchorage, AK 7: Albuquerque, NM 7: Amarillo, TX 9: Redding, CA 10: Salinas, CA 11: Bismarck, ND 12: Boise City-Nampa, ID 13: Billings, MT

14: Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL 14: Sarasota-Bradenton-Punta Gorda, FL 14: Flagstaff, AZ 14: Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL 14: Fort Collins-Loveland, CO 19: Claremont-Lebanon, NH-VT 20: Port St. Lucie-Sebastian-Vero Beach, FL 20: Rapid City, SD 22: Duluth, MN-WI 23: Fargo-Wahpeton, ND-MN 24: Burlington-South Burlington, VT 24: Orlando-Deltona-Daytona Beach, FL 24: Bangor, ME

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AIR QUALITY WEBSITES

Real time air quality: http://aqicn.org/map/northamerica/#@g/31.3372/-110.9367/3z

EPA (very rich site): http://www3.epa.gov/airquality/urbanair/

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FOOD AS A SOURCE OF TOXICITY

"We used to say that plastic bottles, makeup or other consumer plastics were the major source of BPA exposure. Now we know it's most likely diet.” ~ Dr. Sheela Sathyanarayana

Persistent organic pollutant residues (POPs) are present in virtually all categories of foods, including baked goods, fruit, vegetables, meat, poultry and dairy products.

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All living organisms on Earth now carry measurable levels of POPs in their tissues! POPs have been found in sea mammals at levels high enough to qualify their bodies as hazardous waste under US law. There is strong evidence that exposure to even miniscule amounts of POPs at critical periods of development—particularly in utero—can cause irreversible damage. The effects of such exposures may take years to develop, sometimes appearing first in the offspring of exposed parents. POPs are persistent in that they are not easily metabolized and can be traced in offspring for multiple generations!

http://jech.bmj.com/content/56/11/813.full ©20

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TOXIC CHEMICALS IN OUR FOOD WITH THEIR SOURCES OF EXPOSURE AND ADVERSE HEALTH EFFECTS

Toxic chemical Sources of Exposure Adverse Health Effects Pesticides , Herbicides & Fungicides Food residues:

contaminated food, water and soil, agricultural settings

Damage to the developing brain: loss of IQ, respiratory disease, non-Hodgkins lymphoma, childhood leukemia, early breast cancer, asthma, autoimmune disease, thyroid disease

Preservatives: Propyl Gallate, BHA & BHT, Sodium Nitrite & Sodium Nitrate

Preservative are added to most processed foods and drinks

Cancer

PCBs (banned substances) Certain fish Cancer; Damage to the developing brain, loss of IQ, behavioral disorders; infertility: decreased sperm, lower birth weight and decr conception; multi-generational

BPA, BPS Canned food, most plastic containers, (BPS is in all BPA-free containers)

Neuronal growth stimulators: Damage to the developing brain, behavioral disorders; Endocrine disrupters- thyroid, estrogen ; Heart arrhythmia and high cholesterol;

Phthalates, adipates & organometals Plastics, other forms of packaging Behavioral disorders

Arsenic Chicken, drinking water Carcinogen; increased risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes

Mercury Any combustion (fire) esp. emissions from coal powered electric plants, Fish

Damage to the developing brain, loss of IQ, behavioral disorders, lower overall function, visual issues

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BIOACCUMULATION: TOXINS ARE CONCENTRATED AT THE TOP

http://sciencelearn.org.nz/Contexts/Toxins/Sci-Media/Images/Marine-trophic-pyramid ©20

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EVEN BABIES ARE BORN TOXIC: CHEMICAL COCKTAILS FOUND IN NEWBORNS

Website: http://www.ewg.org/research/minority-cord-blood-report/bpa-and-other-cord-blood-pollutants

Results from the small study: Cord blood from 10 minority newborns from around the world. •Lead – 10 of 10 •Mercury – 10 of 10 •Methlymercury – 10 of 10 •PFC’s – 10 of 10 •PBDE’s – 10 of 10 •PCN’s – 10 of 10 •PCB’s – 10 of 10 •Chlorinated dioxin – 10 of 10 •Bisphenol A – 9 of 10

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TOXINS BY CATEGORY Pesticides Herbicides Fungicides Industrial Compounds & Chemical byproducts

Volatile organics Solvents & detergents

Toxic metals Plasticizers Insulators (asbestos)

Combustion/ Incineration Pollutants Medications Food additives & preparation byproducts Cosmetic additives

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HEAVY METALS IN OUR ENVIRONMENT

Arsenic Mercury

Lead

Aluminum Antimoney Cadmium Tungsten

________________ Beryllium Bismuth

Chromium (hexavalent) Manganese

Nickel Platinum Thallium

Tin Uranium

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DON’T GET THIRSTY IN FLINT, MICHIGAN!

CNN January 16, 2016 Flint , MI- CNN reports this is one of the nations most toxic places. Water supply was from the Great Lakes, now to save money it comes from the Flint River, a source of some of the most corrosive water in the nation. The water corrodes the pipes and now the population is full of lead, a well known potent neurotoxin Many other cities in the US have lead in their pipes.

“There is no known level of lead exposure

that is considered safe.”

~ World Health Organization

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WATER TREATMENT: IS TAP WATER SAFE? Chlorine and other water treatment chemicals (somewhat toxic by themselves),

react with ordinary organic particles in the water (manure from livestock, dead animals, fallen leaves, etc.) to create 100’s of extremely toxic byproducts which are not monitored or regulated at all. Although Chlorine has been studied extensively. Chloramine, now used in place of chlorine has not EPA regulates only 9 of 600+ known pollutants generated by chlorine or chloramine treatment DBP’s are 1000X more toxic than chlorine!

The health effects of breathing the vapors and having contaminated water on your skin are unknown at this time. DBPs can’t be removed by boiling, distilling or evaporation. Chloramines combine with organic material to create iodoacids & nitrosamines Three main types byproducts known to produce dangerous health effects:

Trihalomethanes (THMs) – causes cancer in lab animals, triggers free radical production in the body, associated with bladder cancer and gestational and developmental problems Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) – lead to central nervous system depression and drowsiness. Can irritate skin and mucous membranes Haloacetic Acids (HAAs) –Probable human carcinogen associated with neurological problems, growth retardation, low birth weight and sperm toxicity. Liver disease in test animals.

Pregnant women and unborn babies are at grave risk. Possible problems include: developmental/reproductive abnormalities, stillbirth, miscarriage, low birth weight, neural tube defects (developmental problems with baby’s brain and spinal cord). ©

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FLOW FOR LOVE OF WATER (DOCUMENTARY)

Over 116,000 human-made chemicals detectable in public drinking water

Even drinking filtered or bottled water doesn’t protect you: Many of water’s more volatile pollutants enter the

body through your skin and lungs while showering In Texas, toxicologists have found high levels of

Prozac in the tissues of every fish they sampled Bad water, contributes to the death of more

people worldwide than anything else

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/03/16/flow-for-love-of-water.aspx http://www.texasobserver.org/theres-something-in-the-water/ http://www.cnn.com/2003/TECH/science/11/14/coolsc.frogs.fish/ ©20

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OTHER CHEMICALS IN THE WATER SUPPLY Pharmaceutical drugs – including pain relievers, cancer

drugs, antidepressants, oral contraceptives, BP meds and cholesterol drugs.

Glyphosate (Roundup) – carcinogenic in small amounts, linked to over 20 adverse health effects including cancer, birth defects and infertility.

MTBE (Methyl-tert-butyl Ether) – a chemical added to fuel to raise the octane number; a potential human carcinogen at high doses.

Atrazine – According to FLOW, this is the most common water contaminate in the US. A known endocrine disrupter known to feminize animals and is linked to many reproductive issues and breast and prostate cancer.

Hexavalent Chromium (Chromium-6) – a probable carcinogen and found in 89% of cities sampled.

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https://www.lewrockwell.com/2013/08/joseph-mercola/is-your-tap-water-killing-you/ http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/08/21/tap-water-carcinogens.aspx#_edn1

IS BOTTLE WATER SAFER? Independent testing from the

Environmental Working Group (EWG) found: 38 low-level contaminates in bottled water An average of 8 chemicals in each of the 10 brands

tested They found: Disinfection byproducts (DBPs), caffeine,

Tylenol, nitrate, industrial chemicals, arsenic and bacteria

Plus, plastic from the container can leach into the water (BPA and phthalates)

Not to mention the environmental costs!

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http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/03/16/flow-for-love-of-water.aspx

ROUNDUP EVERYWHERE! AIR, WATER, FOOD… Roundup (aka glyphosate and it’s still toxic degradation

byproduct, AMPA (aminomethylphosphonic acid)) found in 75% of air and rain samples from the Mississippi’s agricultural belt.

Recent research shows that glyphosate may act as an endocrine disrupter and have carcinogenic effects

Air born toxins pose a unique risk because they enter into the body through the lungs instead of through GI system which includes a trip through the liver before being pumped to the rest of the body by the heart.

Today’s research shows that glyphosate and it’s components are far more toxic than believed when approved for use.

80% of Argentina’s children are contaminated with toxins from Roundup which is used heavily in that country.

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• http://ecowatch.com/2014/02/27/monsantos-roundup-found-in-75-of-air-and-rain-samples/ • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24549493 • http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/roundup-weedkiller-found-75-air-and-rain-samples-gov-study-finds

TOP 10 CITIES WITH CLEANEST WATER New York City Stevens Point, WI Chicago, Il Denver, Co Manchester, NH

Fort Collins, Co Greenville, SC Silverdale, WA Oklahoma City, OK Louisville, Ky

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EXPERTS FROM THE UNITED NATIONS AND THE

WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION DECLARED IN

FEBRUARY 2013 THAT ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS ARE

"A GLOBAL THREAT"

http://www.who.int/mediacentre/news/releases/2013/hormone_disrupting_20130219/en/

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COMMON ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS

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COMMON ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS Bisphenol-A (BPA): easily leaches into food and water. Found in:

polycarbonated plastics (food and drink containers, bottle cap liners, lining of tin cans, toys, baby bottles, dental sealants, flame retardants, plastic wrap). 85% of canned foods on the shelves today are lined by the manufactures

to prevent a metallic flavor in the food from the can. Food from the cans of 10 of those companies tested were found to contain up to 80 parts per billion. This is 27 times greater the amount researchers need to cause breast cancer.

Phthalates: added to plastics to make them softer and more flexible. They have “extended” staying power. Found in: plastic bags, food packaging, water bottles, detergents, children’s toys, shower curtains, soaps, shampoo, perfumes, hair spray, nail polish, IV tubing, vinyl floors, glues, ink, pesticides.

Parabens: used as preservatives in cosmetics, food and pharmaceutical products. Found in many solid tumors at high concentrations. May be a carcinogen.

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COMMON ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS Dioxin: the general name for 100’s of chemicals

that are highly persistent in the environment. An unintentional byproduct of many industrial processes involving chlorine such as waste incineration, chemical and pesticide manufacturing, pulp and paper bleaching.

Small molecules are diffused into the atmosphere then land on the soil where they are eaten by soil microbes. From there, they work their way up the food chain. Transmitted through breast milk, dairy products,

meat and fish. We receive 90% of our dioxin exposure through food.

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COMMON ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS Pesticides and Herbicides: especially atrazine, simazine,

heptachlor and other organophosphates and organochlorines have been found the be toxic to the nervous system and reproductive systems of humans. Also contributes to developmental defects.

Heavy Metals: Cadmium and arsenic endocrine disruption has been studied, and endocrine disruption has been indicated in relation to lead and mercury exposure. More studies are underway.

PBDE’s: A persistent organic pollutant (POP). Stored in: animal fats. Found in: dairy products, meat, fish, human breast milk; flame retardants used on furniture, curtains, mattresses, carpets, TV's and computer castings. Banned in several countries.

PCB’s: Banned from new products since 1976. Highly stable and degrade very slowly. (POP). Mixed with adhesives, inks, paints, dyes and a component of plastics. ©

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ESTROGEN DOMINANCE: MEN AND WOMEN The body’s ability to detoxify estrogen and testosterone levels depends

on the liver’s detoxification capability. A healthy liver rapidly breaks estrogen down into more benign forms

of it’s metabolites. Isoflavones (from soy, kudzu, flax seeds) support P450 1A1 & 1A2

detoxification, converting estrogen into less harmful metabolites. (C2) P450 3A4 & P450 1B1 promote conversion of estrogens to harmful

estrogen metabolites (C4 & C16). In the case of zinc deficiency, testosterone not processed by the liver is

converted to estrogen. Use of Nettle Root extracts can be used to block androgen conversion to estrogen.

Help with Estrogen Detoxification: Eat a healthy high fiber, high fat diet rich in vegetables, seeds and

other digestible protein foods Establish normal BMs Take in foods rich in Indole-3-carbinol such as cruciferous vegetables:

bok choy, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, kohlrabi, mustard, rutabaga, and turnip

Avoid Cytochrome P450 enzyme disrupting medications

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MOST TOXINS ARE LIPOPHILIC CHEMICALS (LC)

Our tissues are warehouses of all the chemicals we’ve ever been exposed to.

LC love fat and accumulate in our fat, especially inside fat cells.

LC are not easily detoxified and may be stored for decades.

Most LCs are able to cross the placenta and reach a growing fetus. They are also likely to turn up in cord blood and breast milk.

Do not assume that just because a chemical is on the market, that it has been tested for safety in humans. The majority of chemicals available have very little to no testing done to verify their safety.

The government is just beginning to look into researching chronic chemical exposure.

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TOXICITY HINDERS WEIGHT LOSS During weight loss, the

decrease in fat mass results in the mobilization of stored fat soluble toxins.

The released toxins decrease thyroid function.

Those who strive to lose weight often hit a plateau.

Detoxifying the body can help to eliminate the plateau.

Reduction in adipose tissue

Releases stored toxins

Places burden on the

body

Decreased thyroid

function (T3)

Causes slower

metabolism

Increases difficulty in

losing weight

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9 SIGNS OF A TOXIC BODY Low Energy Sugar Cravings Bloating and Gas Mood Problems Fluid Retention Headaches/Migraines Caffeine Addiction Weight Gain Candida Overgrowth Other Dysbiosis

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RECENT CONNECTIONS IN RESEARCH: Glycemic index and resultant blood sugar

instability differs widely by the individual- may be due to differing toxic profile

Estrogen Dominance is associated with an increase in the incidence of many types of cancer in men, women and children

Food sensitivities have recently been associated with hormone I mbalances and may be due to a heavy burden of endocrine disrupters

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CAN OUR BODY CLEANSE ITSELF OF CHEMICAL TOXINS?

YES, IT CAN! Our bodies have the innate ability to detoxify We have numerous organs and biochemical

detoxification systems or “machines” to do this Each detoxification system has its own

biochemical needs such as oxygen, water and a unique list of specific nutrients.

Let’s see how simple it is:

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The Never Ending Battle of Our Body’s Detox Systems and Environ. Chemicals

Battleground

VS.

The

Detoxification Systems

Glutathione

NAD

Niacin Zinc

Methionine

Selenium

FAD

Iron

Catalase Vitamin C

Vitamin A

Epoxide Hydrolase

Glucuronic Acid

Riboflavin

Thiol Proteins

Cysteine Phospholipids

Carotenoids

Vitamin E

Cytochrome P450

Molybdenum Chromium

Superoxide Dismutase

Copper Manganese

Chemicals Acetyl Transferase

Sulfur

Hormones

Cigarette Smoke

Excessive Sunlight

Over the Counter Drugs

Prescription Drugs

Charcoal Cooking

Genetic Defects

Obesity

Electrophiles

Oxygen Radicals

Environmental Pollutants

Chemicals In Food

Workplace Pollutants

Strenuous Exercise

Dietary Deficiencies

Free Radicals

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TOXIN STORAGE SITES Adipose tissue (Fat cells) Liver, kidneys, brain Bone Soft tissues

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WHAT IS THE CONNECTION BETWEEN TOXINS AND MY WEIGHT?

Toxins (esp. organophosphates, carbamates, steroids, antibiotics and anti-thyroid meds) alter the body’s metabolism: Weight control mechanisms

are poisoned Feed efficiency = Weight gain

Read: The Body Restoration Plan by Dr. Paula Baillie-Hamilton

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DETOXIFICATION SYSTEMS OF THE HUMAN BODY

DETOXIFICATION ORGAN SYSTEMS Gastrointestinal Tract Gallbladder/Liver Lymphatic System Skin (largest detox organ) Liver Lungs Kidneys/Bladder Soft Tissue/Whole Body

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OPTIMIZING THE GI SYSTEM TO SUPPORT DETOXIFICATION

GASTROINTESTIONAL TRACT Cleansing and healing the GI system is step 1 in

detoxification. Healthy GI is essential to good health.

Upper GI: Lips to cardiac sphincter Stomach Lower GI: Pyloric sphincter to anus.

Sensitive/reactive to stress and emotional upset. Home to millions of bacteria.

Overgrowth of abnormal bacteria, yeast and the presence of parasites upset GI function and cause inflammation and irritation.

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GASTROINTESTINAL IRRITATION AND INFLAMMATION CAN INCREASE THE UPTAKE OF TOXINS Sugar Highly processed foods: Flour Alcohol, nicotine Prescription medications, over the counter and

recreational drugs Food additives, artificial colors and flavors,

preservatives, herbicides, pesticides, antibiotics Poor diet, lack of fiber, lack of fruits and

vegetables. Over consumption of fluids at mealtime Failure to thoroughly chew food.

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WAYS TO DETOXIFY THE BOWEL Fiber (Fiber Plan, Herbal Fiber Blend, Paleo

Fiber, Vegetables) Colonics Enemas Herb-Lax (Shaklee) Probiotics (Balance!)

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SUPPORTING DETOXIFICATION THROUGH THE SKIN

The skin is the largest detoxification organ of the body. Ways to assist detoxification through the skin include: Detoxification Baths Dry Skin Brushing Mineral masks/mud baths Facials Avoiding unnatural antiperspirant/deodorant Avoiding chemical laden water if/when possible

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SUPPORTING THE THREE PHASES OF LIVER DETOXIFICATION Nutrients essential for detoxification

WHY IS THE LIVER SO IMPORTANT? Second largest organ in the body

In traditional Chinese medicine, for example, a healthy liver is seen as the most critical element in the body's ability to fight disease and function optimally. I agree!

The liver has over 700 functions: Neutralizes and balances excesses of normal components in the

blood Cholesterol Cellular wastes Surplus calcium Surplus glucose

Breaks Down Most environmental toxins Hormones Pharmaceutical, over the counter & recreational drugs.

Produces bile which is essential in the breakdown of fats and is the organ which stores Vitamin A, D, E and K. ©

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LIVER DETOXIFICATION

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PHASE 1 DETOXIFICATION Nutrients to support Phase I:

B-complex vitamins: necessary co-factors used in Phase 1 detoxification Digestive enzymes: may be necessary to ensure that protein is adequately digested and glycine is readily available Essential fatty acids N-acetyl cysteine (NAC): an immediate precursor to glutathione, a potent antioxidant and among the most import detoxification nutrients for the liver Acetyl glutathione Minerals: Selenium, zinc, magnesium and manganese; possibly iron and copper if used with caution Taurine (a useful combination product is magnesium taurate) Anti-oxidants: Vitamins C and E and beta carotene, ALA Inositol & Methionine: lipotropic agents (help with the breakdown of fat in metabolism) that work to transport fat out of the liver High ORAC vegetable extract blend with polyphenols (a phytonutrient)

Note: Phase I detoxification processes in the liver produce free radicals! Adequate Phase II nutrients and organ elimination processes are required to neutralize the products of Phase I!!!

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PHASE II DETOXIFICATION

Glutathione conjugation: Glutathione, vitamin B6

Amino Acid conjugation: Glycine

Methylation: S-adenosyl-methionine (SAM)

Sulfation: Cysteine, methionine, molybdenum

Acetylation: Acetyl-CoA Glucuronidation:

Glucuronic acid

Glutathione conjugation: Brassicas-family - cruciferous

foods (cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts), kale

limonene-containing foods (citrus peel, dill weed oil, caraway oil)

Amino Acid conjugation: Glycine (simplest amino acid)

Methylation: choline, methionine, betaine, folic acid, vitamin B12

Sulfation: cysteine, methionine, taurine

Acetylation: none known Glucuronidation: fish oils,

limonene-containing foods

Nutrients needed by various Phase II enzymes

Foods to stimulate Phase II enzymes

For more info about phase II detoxification pathways please see:

Detoxification of the Human Body Part 2

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FACTORS THAT INHIBIT PHASE II DETOX Deficiencies in selenium, vitamin B2, Folic acid,

B-12 and other B vitamins, Vitamin C, iodine and zinc

Glutathione Protein deficiency or inefficient protein digestion Molybdenum deficiency or excess Non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs like aspirin Medications: Probenecid Food Dyes: Tartrazine (yellow)

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PHASE III DETOXIFICATION

Alkalize the Body!! Normal pH is 7.0 to 7.5 (blood pH 7.35) The body pulls minerals from the bones to neutralize

excess acids Use pH strips to monitor the alkalinity of the urine Support kidney, liver and intestinal elimination Consume a diet rich in colorful vegetables and fruits Consider vegetable juicing Lemon, apple cider vinegar, baking soda can aid in

raising pH levels See alkaline/acid food list for more info

Supports Phase I & II Essential for proper functioning of Phase I & II

detoxification

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HOW TO DETOXIFY THE BODY SAFELY

CAUTIONS & CONSIDERATIONS FOR DETOXIFICATION There are many health conditions that may be

adversely affected by certain detoxification methods. Impaired organ systems (liver, kidneys, heart) Health conditions: cancer, autoimmune disease, IBS,

crone’s disease, parasitic infection, diabetes, fibromyalgia, depression, psychological chemical imbalances, hormone imbalance, etc

Special considerations: pregnancy, children, the use of many medications, addiction

If you are not confident, then consult with a knowledgeable practitioner about what methods of detoxification are appropriate for your body.

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WHEN TO CONSULT WITH A PRACTITIONER Symptoms you have now may worsen before

they get better during a detoxification. If this happens, stop the detox and get help.

We strongly encourage anyone with a known heavy toxic load to work with a knowledgeable health care practitioner from the very beginning. When an individual has a large heavy metal or

chemical load, the detoxification process must go slowly!! Serious and lasting damage can result from rapid detoxification.

Work with your healthcare practitioner to put together a program that attends specifically to the toxins you are dealing with and works for your life style.

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ARE YOU READY?

LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR DETOXIFICATION

Start by increasing your water intake Increase your intake of cooked and/or raw

vegetables Gradually increase your intake of fiber

Look up fiber content: http://nutritiondata.self.com/ Achieve 2-3 bowel movements per day Establish a morning urinary pH of 7.0-7.6 Plan when you will begin your detox and put it on

the calendar

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MILD DETOXIFICATION SAFE FOR ALL Lots of fresh pure water (flush the tissues) Choose fresh, chemical-free foods whenever possible. Mediterranean/Macrobiotic type diet:

Fresh colorful vegetables and some fruit Anti-inflammatory whole grains Reduce, eliminate or rotate reactive/congestive foods (milk

products, eggs, foods made from flour, etc) Lean organic meat in moderation (if desired)

Fresh vegetable juicing (boosts alkalinity, increases nutrient intake).

Establish a minimum of two bowel movements per day. Maintain a steady morning urinary pH between 7.0 and 7.5 Establish an appropriate level of fiber in the diet +/or

through supplementation (5g/20lbs body weight)

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WHICH METHOD OR COMBINATION IS RIGHT FOR YOU? Fasting Colon Cleansing Liver/Gall Bladder

Flushing Juicing Mineral Therapy Neti Dry Brushing Stress Release!!!

Saunas/Bathes/Sweats Massage Energy/Qui Balancing Enzyme Therapy Chelation Therapy Deep Breathing Exercises Functional Foods and

Herbs Exercise!

Here’s how I get it done…

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EXCLUSIVE OPTIMUM HEALTH EXCURSION WITH DR. SANDY

Would you like me to hold your hand while you do a detox? Join me in San Diego this April for a week long, whole body detox and healthy food experience.

EXCLUSIVE OPTIMUM HEALTH EXCURSION WITH DR. SANDY

Dates: April 24-30, 2016 Arrive April 24, 2 pm Leave anytime Sunday, May 1st

What’s Included: 1 week of lodging on campus OHI Tuition and all campus

meals 1 professional massage 2 colonics Raw Foods Class (off campus) 2 group meetings with Dr. Sandy Group dinner at a gourmet raw

food restaurant 3 awesome books to take home to

help you incorporate more healthy foods into your diet!

What’s Not Included: Transportation to OHI/San Diego Transportation to and from the

airport (~$30 cab ride) Any extras you chose to purchase

such as: Additional massages or colonics Items from the OHI store, etc.

Optional: You are invited to bring along

recent blood chemistry if you would like to share with Dr. Sandy so that she can more easily guide your detox experience.

Bring a friend!

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BONUS FOR THE FIRST 7 PEOPLE The first 7 people who register for the trip will

receive digital copies of my Detox Course (5.5 combined hours of educational material): Detoxification of the Human Body – Part 1 Detoxification of the Human Body – Part 2 Or if you already own a copy of this course, you will

receive a coupon for the value of the Detox course you may then use on any of our other digital recordings. ($80 value – just email the office to let us know you need the coupon)

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EXCLUSIVE OPTIMUM HEALTH EXCURSION WITH DR. SANDY PACKAGE WITH LODGING OPTIONS

Option #1 – Economy Room – basic, no frills. King, Queen or Long Twin beds. One person in the room: $2250 Two people in the room: $2050 each

Option #2 – Large Garden Room – many have been remodeled. King or Queen size bed. One person: $2385 Two people: $2130 each

Option #3 – Courtyard Bungalow – largest room available. Many recently remodeled. King size bed. One person: $2625 Two people: $2245 each

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FOR MORE INFORMATION:

To register and for more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/SDretreat

If you have questions, please call the office and ask

for Robin: 520-743-0575 Or email: wish2@wish4life.com

NEED DETOX SUPPORT? HAVE QUESTIONS? CONTACT US!

WISH World Integrated Systems in Health

Dr. Sandra J. Bevacqua

4627 N. 1st Ave. Suite 2

Tucson, AZ 85718 520-743-4252 – Fax

Website: www.wish4life.com Email: wish2@wish4life.com

520-743-0575