East/West Acupuncture and Wellness Center

Scottsdale, Arizona

Dasha Trebichavska, L.Ac.,RN, M.S.

Body Toxicity

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TABLE 1: The chemicals we found are linked to serious health problems

In a study led by Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, in collaboration with the Environmental Working Group and Commonweal, researchers at two major laboratories found an average of 91 industrial compounds, pollutants, and other chemicals in the blood and urine of nine volunteers, with a total of 167 chemicals found in the group. Like most of us, the people tested do not work with chemicals on the job and do not live near an industrial facility.

Scientists refer to this contamination as a person’s body burden. Of the 167 chemicals found, 76 cause cancer in humans or animals, 94 are toxic to the brain and nervous system, and 79 cause birth defects or abnormal development. The dangers of exposure to these chemicals in combination has never been studied.

Health Effect or Body System Affected	Number of chemicals found in 9 people tested that are linked to the listed health impact
Health Effect or Body System Affected	Average number found in 9 people	Total found in all 9 people	Range (lowest and highest number found in all 9 people)
cancer [1]	53	76 [2]	36 to 65
birth defects / developmental delays	55	79 [3]	37 to 68
vision	5	11 [4]	4 to 7
hormone system	58	86 [5]	40 to 71
stomach or intestines	59	84 [6]	41 to 72
kidney	54	80 [7]	37 to 67
brain, nervous system	62	94 [8]	46 to 73
reproductive system	55	77 [9]	37 to 68
lungs/breathing	55	82 [10]	38 to 67
skin	56	84 [11]	37 to 70
liver	42	69 [12]	26 to 54
cardiovascular system or blood	55	82 [13]	37 to 68
hearing	34	50 [14]	16 to 47
immune system	53	77 [15]	35 to 65
male reproductive system	47	70 [16]	28 to 60
female reproductive system	42	61 [17]	24 to 56

KEY TO CONTAMINANTS

PCBs — Industrial insulators and lubricants. Banned in the U.S. in 1976. Persist for decades in the environment. Accumulate up the food chain, to man. Cause cancer and nervous system problems.

Dioxins — Pollutants, by-products of PVC production, industrial bleaching, and incineration. Cause cancer in man. Persist for decades in the environment. Very toxic to developing endocrine (hormone) system.

Furans — Pollutants, by-products of plastics production, industrial bleaching and incineration. Expected to cause cancer in man. Persist for decades in the environment. Very toxic to developing endocrine (hormone) system.

Metals — Lead, mercury, arsenic and cadmium — Cause lowered IQ, developmental delays, behavioral disorders and cancer at doses found in the environment. For lead, most exposures are from lead paint. For mercury, most exposures are from canned tuna. For arsenic, most exposures are from arsenic (CCA) treated lumber and contaminated drinking water. For cadmium, sources of exposure include pigments and bakeware.

Organochlorine insecticides. DDT, chlordane and other pesticides. Largely banned in the U.S. Persist for decades in the environment. Accumulate up the food chain, to man. Cause cancer and numerous reproductive effects.

Organophosphate insecticide metabolites — Breakdown products of chlorpyrifos, malathion and others. Potent nervous system toxicants. Most common source of exposure is residues in food. Recently banned for indoor uses.

Phthalates — Plasticizers. Cause birth defects of male reproductive organs. Found in a wide range of cosmetic and personal care products. Some phthalates recently banned in Europe.

Volatile and Semi-volatile organic chemicals. — Industrial solvents and gasoline ingredients like xylene and ethyl benzene. Toxic to nervous system, some heavily used SVOCs (benzene) cause cancer.

The above material was borrowed from the Environmental Working Group

Symptoms of toxicity:

	fatigue, drowsiness, nausea,
	headaches
	rashes
	joint aches
	hormonal imbalances
	dizziness, difficulty concentrating
	mental and emotional issues
	allergies
	other chronic illness or a long term health issue

Absence of symptoms of toxicity:

	disappearance of reactions/symptoms
	feeling of being relaxed and at ease, increased tolerance to stress
	increased energy an vitality
	better wound healing, increased resistance to colds and other infections
	increased receptivity to other therapies that did not "work": psychotherapy, acupuncture, allergy therapy, herbal therapy, etc.

Who should consider undergoing detoxification:

	you have any of the above mentioned symptoms
	you have used pharmaceutical medication for a prolonged period of time
	you have used recreational drugs such as marihuana, etc. and/or you have been a smoker
	you have lived in polluted environments, have had a poor diet and/or have been under lots of stress
	you have frequent emotional and ups and downs and pains and aches

The toxicity problem

In the last several decades, our food supply, drinking water, air, and soil have become increasingly contaminated with toxic chemicals. In addition, excessive use of additives in foods, alcohol, caffeine, artificial sweeteners is widespread. Over-the counter and prescription drugs add more stress to the natural detoxifying mechanisms in our bodies. The toxins stay in our bodies and manifest over period of time in non-specific conditions such as chronic fatigue, headaches, allergies, autoimmune diseases (arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus, etc.), sinus problems. In addition, stress and frequent negative emotions such as fear, sadness, and anger cause deep tissues in our body to contract and therefore keep toxic material trapped in the tissues.

Our bodies try to detoxify naturally thru cough, diarrhea, sweat, fever, rashes, etc. If we suppress these first signs of toxin elimination with medication, our young bodies may take up the burden but sooner of later, the defensive system weakens and the process of toxic accumulation sets in; degenerative processes that lead to cancer follow.

Peoples' susceptibility to toxins depends on several factors: the amount to which they are exposed, frequency of exposure, the state of their elimination organs and tolerance to substances.

The majority of detoxification and elimination is carried out by these systems: respiratory, digestive, urinary, and dermal.

Detoxification process

Fasting and cleansing diets, saunas, and exercise are effective to certain degree. Many times, special homeopathic and herbal preparations are needed to release specific deep-seated toxins.

In order to avoid resettling of toxins in the same or different tissues, a systematic approach has to be applied. This includes: cellular and matrix support and nutritional enzymatic support in a preparatory stage, secondary gentle drainage while supporting the organs (liver, lungs, kidneys, etc.).

Homotoxicology is the one of the best modalities for cellular and tissue cleansing, helping to rid the body of dangerous chemicals.

Tobacco Detox

Nicotine is one of the most addictive substances. Acupuncture has been considered one of the best treatment modality for addictions; it helps to rid the body of nicotine very fast. The following is a successful protocol that I have used to help people with a cigarette habit:

Cigarette smoking leads to many health conditions: lung deterioration=emphysema, cancer, lowered sexual drive/impotence, high blood pressure, asthma, and others.

	ear acupuncture: the NADA protocol--acupuncture in the clinic and "take home" seeds are placed on specific points--besides stimulating the organs of detoxification, it helps to calm the nervous system and stops cravings
	homeopathic remedies: combination of remedies are used to deal with all the withdrawal side effects
	herbal remedies: to reduce craving and to prevent weight gain

The two modalities are applied in therapy sessions (4-10x) depending on the degree--with the patient continuing therapy at home. It is a fast and economical way for stopping smoking.

One session costs $50 (acupuncture) plus homeopathic remedies ($25), herbs ($25). Special rate for financially challenged is available.

Call for more information at 415-420-3750

dasha@mindspring.com

Phone: 415-420-3750 Fax: 480-237-5436, Scottsdale
Last modified: April 02, 2008, copyright material