What is Biodetoxification?

Biodetoxification is a scientifically designed program to help your body get rid of accumulated toxins.  Our bodies are designed to handle many naturally occuring toxins, but are overwhelmed by synthetic toxins never before encountered in nature.  These include everything from gasoline and diesel fumes, cigarette smoke, industrial pollution, to heavy metals,  pesticides, herbicides and other agricultural chemicals in food and the water supply, to plastics and fire retardants.

Scientists estimate that everyone alive today carries within her or his body at least 700 contaminants, most of which have not been well studied (Onstot and others).  This is true whether we live in a rural or isolated area, in the middle of a large city, or near an industrialized area. Because many chemicals have the ability to attach to dust particles and/or catch air and water currents and travel far from where they are produced or used, the globe is bathed in a chemical soup. Our bodies have no alternative but to absorb these chemicals and sometimes store them for long periods of time. Whether we live in Samoa or San Diego, Juneau, or Johannesburg, all our bodies are receptacles for a multitude of industrial chemicals. Wherever we live, we all live in a chemically contaminated neighborhood.

*Onstot J, Ayling R, Stanley J. Characterization of HRGC/MS Unidentified Peaks from the Analysis of Human Adipose Tissue. Volume 1: Technical Approach. Washington, DC: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Toxic Substances (560/6-87-002a), 1987

 Some of the chemicals residing in our bodies are pesticides, and some are used in or produced by other forms of industrial production.  Many are found in a wide variety of consumer products. Some chemicals like dioxins and furans are created unintentionally by industrial processes using chlorine and from the manufacture and incineration of certain plastics. Scientists estimate that there are many other unintentionally created by-products which have not yet been  "discovered" since no tests have yet been developed that would fully identify or describe these by-products.

Q: How did this happen?  How have I been exposed?

A: Humans are exposed to chemicals through the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the water we drink and bathe in. Chemicals often coat the surface of dust particles, which we handle or inhale.   Contaminated dust is an especially important route of exposure for children who commonly put their hands into their mouths. We are also exposed to hundreds of chemicals in everyday products we use. Paints and varnishes, gasoline, glues, cosmetics, clothes dry-cleaned with solvents, plastic food containers, and home and garden pesticides are just a few examples. The chemical landscape created as a result of intensive and continuing chemical use during the 20th century has been internalized.  Because the chemicals found within our bodies are not labeled with return addresses, it is difficult to identify where they come from.

For example almost all of the dioxin found inside your body got there from eating contaminated food. However, it may have originated in a local medical waste incinerator or it may have been created by a distant, chlorine-based, paper manufacturing plant located thousands of miles from your home. Whatever its source, somewhere it entered the food chain and made its way into the food you ate. Similarly, a pesticide found inside your body may have come from pesticide spraying done at a local school, in your garden or kitchen, or it may have arrived on foodstuffs grown with pesticides in the U.S. or abroad. Its origin will be difficult to identify.

A Practical Solution: The Biotics Research Biodetoxification Program

There are many detoxification programs and not all are alike.  Biotics Research offers a comprehensive, easy to follow program.   

• This program is designed to clear the colon and intensify removal of toxins through the liver.
• It includes two nutritious shakes a day plus three packs of complete supplements daily.
• You still eat real food, as much as you want. But since the shakes fill you, you will probably eat less.

 This Program Moves Toxins Out, Not Moves Them Around

Some so-called detoxification programs do not provide adequate nutrients to support liver detoxification or do not stimulate the bile flow adequately to actually move toxins out of the system.  The result is you can feel worse and do harm.

This program is designed to clear out parasites, bad bacteria, fungal forms, etc. from your intestines and strongly support your liver in moving all the toxins out of your system.

The program includes eating a low allergen diet of real food.  This basically means eating protein and lots of vegetables.  

Detoxification for Weight Loss

Most toxins, particularly the synthetic petroleum based toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, synthetic drugs, fire retardants and plastic residues are stored in fat tissue.  As you lose weight these toxins must be eliminated, mainly through the liver.  Toxic load accumulation can be one mechanism limiting weight loss.

 Allergy Treatment and Diagnosis

Many people find relief from chronic allergic conditions after doing a detox program.  This is both due to the effects of detoxification itself and the opportunity to experience what it feels like to eliminate most common allergens in the diet.  As you gradually reintroduce possible allergens, you can find out for yourself if any of these foods are causing you symptoms.

Mental Acuity and Energy

Ever had the flu?  The virus causes a toxic reaction in the body.  Most of us have become so accustomed to a high toxic load that we have forgotten what it means to feel really good.

Prevention, A Better Way

Most of these chemical toxins are known or suspected:

• Carcinogens - they cause cancer.
• Teratogens - they cause birth defects.
• Endocrine disruptors - they cause many problems with reproduction and hormones

Better to do everything you can to help your body handle the burden of modern life.

It’s Powerful, It’s Easy, You CAN DO It!

• The program includes two nutritious, hypoallergenic shakes a day plus three packs of supplements daily.
• You still eat real food, as much as you want.  Since the shakes fill you, you will probably eat less.
• I find the shakes work well as a replacement for breakfast and as a healthy snack; During the detox I tend to eat one food meal a day, but you can eat as much as you want as long as you stick to allowed foods.
• The shakes and supplements provide all the vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids and other nutrients you need so you do not need a multivitamin, minerals, or omega 3 fatty acids while you are on the program.
• We do recommend following a specific allergen and toxin elimination diet, which is clearly spelled out in the handbook and will be discussed in classes or in an individual consultation.

Three Part Detoxification Program:

This program addresses the most common underlying causes of
chronic health challenges including:

  Additional Support for overcoming cravings and creating positive change available.

21 Days to Change Your Relationship With Food

Call the office for more information or to schedule a time to pick up supplies and start your detox.

Biotics Research  is the only supplement manufacturer to operate under a pharmaceutical license issued by the FDA.  This means that you are guaranteed the highest level of purity in manufacturing.

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Disclaimer: The entire contents of this website are based upon the opinions of Dr. Manlove, unless otherwise noted. The information on this website is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional and is not intended as medical advice. It is intended as a sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of Dr. Manlove. Dr. Manlove encourages you to make your own health care decisions based upon your research and in partnership with a qualified health care professional.