intestinal diseases (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease).


Dietary supplements that protect intestinal integrity include pro- biotics, soluble fi ber (prebiotics that feed benefi cial intestinal bacteria, including acacia or psyllium fi ber, or chia or fl ax meal) (30-40g/day to bowel tolerance), aloe juice/gel, collagen, quercetin, DGL (deglycyr- rhizinated licorice), l-glutamine, NAG (n-acetyl glucosamine), diges- tive enzymes, HCL with pepsin (taken with protein), and anti-fungals (grapefruit seed extract, caprylic acid, oil of oregano).


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Detoxifi cation/Internal Cleansing A toxin is any substance that negatively affects cell function or


structure. Toxins that the liver cannot process and eliminate build up in various tissues, especially in fat stores (one reason overweight/obe- sity can be quite dangerous). Removal of excess toxins can produce numerous and varied positive impacts on the body, including: reduced infl ammation, pain, and achiness; higher energy; improved mood and brain function; better overall organ function; and stronger immunity.


Organic vegetable juice fasting for 3-5 days is one highly effective


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means of quickly eliminating wastes and advancing healing. It is also advisable to detoxify on a daily basis with ample intake of high-pH water, green tea, an apple cider vinegar cocktail, or lemon and water.


Recognizing the causes and impact of chronic infl ammation is


the fi rst critical step to healing many painful or otherwise burdensome health conditions. Focusing on diet and intestinal health can greatly reduce damaging long-term infl ammation. Watch for Part 2 of this article, which will review critical anti-infl ammatory dietary supple- ments.


The statements in this article have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to take the place of a physi- cian’s advice.


Submitted by J. Erika Dworkin, Certifi ed Lifestyle Educator, and Nutri- tion Consultant and owner of the Manchester Parkade Health Shoppe (860.646.8178, 378 Middle Turnpike West, Manchester, CT, www. cthealthshop.com), trusted since 1956. Erika is available to speak to groups. All statements in this article are research-based and references are available upon request. See ad on page 5.


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