are high in methylmercury; particularly shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, largemouth bass, bowfin, tuna and chain pickerel. For more details on which fish are safe & guidelines visit -
https://epi.publichealth.nc.gov/oee/mercury/safefish.pdf. In contrast, we can make changes on an individual level
such as: stop eating most fish, stop drinking tap water, stop swim- ming in chlorinated pools, stop microwaving food in plastic, etc. Or pretend we can shop our way out of the environmental crisis: buy air filters, buy water filters, buy bottled water, buy pesticide- removing soaps for our vegetables, and so aspire to become the ecological equivalent of the “boy in the bubble.” On a larger scale the time for collective action is NOW.
As one of our many programs, my clinic offers a detoxifica- tion protocol where we focus on the four E’s:
• We start with an EVALUATION for the level and source(s) of disruption – which may include a symptom questionnaire; Clinical Assessment–History & Physical and Targeted Testing for nutritional status, Gastroinstinal and Liver function, and an analysis for Intoxification of Biological agents, Toxic Chemicals, Mold and Metals, and mental/emotional issues collectively known as Bioenergetic Disruptors.
• Minimizing and avoidance of EXPOSURE to Bioenergetic Disruptors.
• Support the ECOSYSTEM by following an important organ sequence. Always clean and repair the bowel first. Once this is done, the liver is taken care of followed by the kidneys, and finally the matrix. Prior to cleansing, we must ensure that is no evidence of a ‘leaky gut’. This is best conceptualized as a ‘brick wall’ with no mortar – the cells lining the intestine are the bricks, and the mortar is the ‘glue’ that holds the individual cells together. If there is a ‘leaky gut’, then the cleansing and detoxification process will be countered by the reabsorption of the heavy toxins, chemicals and proteins that are the prob- lem! Support and repair protocols for the bowel, liver and kidneys, and then the matrix are individualized depending on the issues and circumstances peculiar to each individual.
• Start Detoxification and ELIMINATION - Yeast, Mold, Patho- genic Organisms and Parasites are commonly encountered; each may be tested for and treated appropriately. Heavy metal intoxification is common, especially lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic and aluminum. We check for the body burden of vari- ous heavy and then follow a detoxification protocol as di- rected by the results.
Mind and Spirit
We also find that the body is actually one of the keys to entry into a state of inner peace, as are the silence and space all around us – Eckhart Tolle
Getting rid of the “Stinkin Thinkin’” is implicit if one is to
detoxify. We have to ease up on ourselves and others by relaxing into each moment, practicing forgiveness, and opening up. Con- necting with one’s passion and the people who are important to
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you are cornerstones. Prayer and meditation are helpful, espe- cially if accompanied by journaling. Acknowledging and releas- ing, various thoughts and emotions can and will occur, and this is a part of the healing process. We are here to learn about unconditional love. Our lessons
are governed by our choices to each and every situation. It is imperative that we create stillness and use energy wisely to suc- ceed. Returning to our analogy, this part of our home is our ‘Sacred Garden’ where we return each day and do as we please. Here, we are revitalized, rejuvenated and detoxified. On many levels, detoxification is a cleaning out of our house,
all the rooms of the Body, Mind and Spirit; this should become a sustainable habit, one continually tended and pruned by our- selves, the good gardener.
We are excited to announce that we are starting our 2019
Educational Seminar Series, in partnership with Jerry Beamer, RPh of Andrews Apothecary, in the - ‘Balance Your Health – The 7 Keys’. This will include a synoptic article and a lecture for those
who would like to learn more. We will be discussing various protocols that we use in our clinic; in addition, we will share with you important principles which will encourage you to eat right, optimize your wellness and detoxify your body in a healthy way.
So we look forward to sharing and seeing you all there!
Alexander T. Augoustides, MD, practices Integrative Medicine in Winston Salem, NC, at Piedmont Integrative Medicine, P.A. To schedule an appointment please call 336.760.0240 or visit our website
https://integrativedoc.net. See ad on back cover.
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