PUTTING OUT THE FIRE Paola De Cicco BSc

PUTTING OUT THE FIRE Paola De. Cicco, BSc, ND www. naturopathmontreal. ca ARE ENVIRONMENTAL TOXINS YOUR ROADBLOCK TO HEALTH?

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LECTURE OVERVIEW During our time together, we will discuss Facts about, Identifying sources of, Reducing exposure to , & Eliminating accumulated environmental toxins to help you achieve greater wellness. The presentation will include factual information, preventative strategies, and practical tips to help you regain optimal health.

FACTS about Environmental Toxins are ever present in our air, water, food, personal care products, cleaning products, and beyond. We need not live next to a nuclear power plant or a coal mine to be affected.

FACTS about Environmental Toxins �North American, are exposed to approximately 100, 000 chemicals DAILY This now includes glyphosate (GMO; Round-Up) � 2, 000 - 3, 000 NEW chemicals are produced each year �>4 billion lbs of ET are released into the environment yearly EPA’s 1998 analysis found that absolutely no basic toxicity information (neither human health nor environmental toxicity) is publicly available for 43% of the high volume chemicals manufactured in the US (~3000 chemicals are produced at > 1 million lbs/yr)

FACTS about Environmental Toxins �Exposure begins during prenatal development �Many of the chemicals have long half-lives, and are poorly metabolized and excreted, so they are persistent and accumulative in our bodies

FACTS about Environmental Toxins ET are known to acts as: � carcinogens, ~20% of the 4 billion lbs of ET released into the environment yrly are recognized carcinogens � endocrine disruptors, mimic or block estrogen, androgens & thyroid hormone. � neurotoxin, � gestational toxins, � obesogens (esp. children), � cardiotoxins, � epigenetic factors (turning on malfunctioning genes) Thousands of studies link ET to chronic diseases: �Specific cancers, �cardiovascular disease, �diabetes (type II), �thyroid disease, �fertility challenges, �Alzheimer’s �Parkinson’s, etc … https: //www. healthandenvironment. org/ourwork/toxicant-and-diseasedatabase/? showcategory=&showdisease=715&sh owcontaminant=&showcas=&showkeyword

FACTS about Environmental Toxins CDC estimates a mean of 212 chemicals found in average person`s urine or serum, including: metals, herbicides, fungicides, parabens, & perchlorate Study by EWG detected 287 chemicals of 413 tested (69 percent) in umbilical cord blood samples from 10 newborn babies, with a range of 154 - 231 for each child, including: perfluorochemicals, brominated fire retardants, DDT, PCBs, dioxins, & mercury

FACTS about Environmental Toxins

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins PHTHALATES = endocrine disruptors Approx. 8. 4 million tonnes of plasticizers are produced globally / year �Plastic water bottles �Plastic tupperwear �Personal care products �PVC flooring �Nail polish �Hair spray �Pharmaceuticals (enteric coated)

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins BENZENE | XYLENE | TOLUENE | STYRENE = carcinogen + neurotoxic + endocrine disruptors U. S. produces about three million tons of toluene / yr (approx. ¼ of the world’s total production) �Cigarette smoke �Car exhaust �Paint thinner �Nail polish �Air freshener �Pesticides �Styrofoam

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins BISPHENOL A (BPA) = estrogen mimic + reproductive toxin �Harder plastics (used to stiffen plastics) �Store receipts �Lining of canned foods

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins LEAD = neurotoxin + cardiotoxin �Leaded joints in some municipal water systems �Batteries, industrial smelting and alloying �Herbal products from India and China �Toys and other products from China �Glazes on (foreign) ceramics �Artist paints with lead pigments �Bullets �Lipstick

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins LEAD continued … � Developmental disorders and behavior problems may occur at relatively low levels � In developing children: loss of IQ, hearing loss, poor growth, impaired vitamin D metabolism � Headache � Metallic taste � Loss of appetite � Constipation � Anemia � Tremors � High blood pressure � At relatively low levels, lead can participate in synergistic toxicity with other toxic elements, i. e. cadmium, mercury

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins MERCURY = neurotoxin + cardiotoxin + renal toxin �Dental amalgams (all silver colored fillings) �Batteries and electrodes �Fungicides and pesticides �aquatic animals and fish �Thermometers, barometers, and laboratory equipment �Medications and herbal supplements

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins MERCURY continued … Symptoms of early exposure include: � decreased senses of touch, hearing, vision and taste, metallic taste in mouth, fatigue or lack of physical endurance, and increased salivation. Symptoms may progress with chronic exposure to include: � anorexia, numbness and paresthesias, headaches, hypertension, irritability and excitability, and immune dysregulation. Symptoms in advanced disease include: � tremors and in coordination, anemia, psychoses, manic behaviors, possibly autoimmune disorders, and renal dysfunction.

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins ARSENIC = carcinogen + neurotoxin + hepato toxin + renal toxin �In industry, arsenic is a byproduct of the smelting process (separation of metal from rock) for many metal ores �Glass manufacturing �Herbicides �Past pressure treated wood for outdoor decks and playgrounds �Because it is in water and dirt, arsenic can concentrate in some foods including rice, chicken, seafood, and eggs

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins ARSENIC continued …. Chronic arsenic toxicity can cause multisystem disease including: �Heart disease �High blood �Pressure �Diabetes �Liver toxicity �Kidney toxicity �Human carcinogen: skin, bladder, and lungs.

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins CADMIUM = carcinogen + renal toxin + other �Cigarettes �Some pigments in paints �Some batteries �Some jewelry �Smelting plants, and �Other industrial water contamination

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins CADMIUM continued … Chronic exposure is associated with increased risk of: �Osteoporosis �Gout �Kidney stones �Kidney failure �Breast cancer �Prostate cancer �Endometrial cancer

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins BIOTOXINS – MOLD � 50% residential and commercial buildings in N. America are +ve for mold �Past +/- ongoing exposure are SIGNIFICANT factors involved in MCS �Testing for mycotoxins VCS test at www. survivingmold. com �Identifying current exposure ERMI test at www. mycometrics. com �Addressing the individual`s mycotoxin body burden

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins ELECTRO & RADIO SENSITIVITY ES is recognised by the WHO as a variety of non-specific symptoms, which afflicted individuals attribute to exposure to EMF.

IDENTIFYING SOURCES of Environmental Toxins ELECTRO & RADIO SENSITIVITY continued … The symptoms most commonly experienced include: �dermatological symptoms redness, tingling, and burning sensations �Fatigue �Insomnia �Concentration difficulties �Dizziness �Headaches �Nausea �Heart palpitation �Studies have shown correlation with GBM (brain cancer)

REDUCING EXPOSURE to Environmental Toxins Reducing daily exposure to all ET is critical to decreasing ongoing body burden

REDUCING EXPOSURE to Environmental Toxins �Use WATER FILTER: reverse osmosis (with remineralization), Big Berkey, Aqua-Ovo, Pure Effects �Use AIR FILTER, especially for the bedroom: IQ Air, Honeywell TRUE HEPA filter �Have AIR DUCTS professionally cleaned; replace furnace filters with 3 M pleated filters with MERV 11 rating �Use HEPA filter VACUUM CLEANER regularly to remove dust accumulation : Airsealed Miele, Nilfisk, Electrolux Ultra. One Signet and Classic �Don’t WEAR outdoor SHOES inside in the house; leave them at the door

REDUCING EXPOSURE to Environmental Toxins �Have your air tested for MOLD SPORES; ERMI by mycometrix is a good place to start �Remove AIR FRESHENERS, plug-ins, and `hanging trees` �Avoid scented CANDLES �Use COSMETICS AND PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS that are labeled as free from paraben, phthalate, benzene, formaldehyde householdproducts. nlm. nih. gov/. https: //davidsuzuki. org/queen-of-green/dirty-dozen-cosmetic -chemicals-avoid/ https: //www. ewg. org/skindeep/#. Wo. Bq. Oq 6 n. HIU

REDUCING EXPOSURE to Environmental Toxins �Use ORGANIC PADS & TAMPONS (commercially grown cotton is high in glyphosate) �CAUTION with BPA FREE (the BPA is often replaced by an equally or more problematic bisphenol compound) �Use FRAGRANCE-FREE products, including detergent and fabric softeners. �Use CLEANING PRODUCTS labeled as free from solvents, parabens, phthalates �Avoid touching STORE RECEIPTS

REDUCING EXPOSURE to Environmental Toxins �Replace plastic WATER BOTTLES by stainless steel, glass or silicon �Replace plastic TUPPERWARE by glass or stainless steel �Avoid using a MICROWAVE (especially with plastic or styrofoam food containers) �Buy ORGANIC FOOD as much as possible it contains 66% less intoxicants �Avoid CANNED GOODS

REDUCING EXPOSURE to Environmental Toxins �Avoid non-organic sources of the DIRTY DOZEN most sprayed FRUITS & VEGETABLES MOST toxic LEAST toxic Peaches Apples Bell peppers Celery Nectarines Strawberries Cherries Pears Chilean grapes (and wine) Spinach lettuce Potatoes Onion Avocado Sweet corn pineapples Mango Asparagus Sweet peas Kiwi Banana Cabbage Broccoli Papaya

REDUCING EXPOSURE to Environmental Toxins �Have your house assessed for ELECTRO & RADIO MAGNETIC LOAD from wi-fi, dirty electricity, power lines, etc … Turn off wi-fi when not using Return to wired internet Avoid putting cell phone directly to ear Turn off electric breakers to bedroom �Discuss with your dentist the replacement of AMALGAM FILLINGS �Choose FISH LOWER IN MERCURY including anchovies, sardines, salmon (choose wild), cod and trout

REDUCING EXPOSURE to Environmental Toxins

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins 8 TIPS to start emptying the overflowing garbage bin

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins �TIP #1: Grain-free Modified Keto Diet

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins �TIP #2: Deep Breathing �Diaphragmatic breathing �Tai chi �Chi gong �Pranayama �Alternate nostril �Guided meditation https: //www. calm. com/ Head space

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins �TIP #3: Bone Broth �Good source of glycine; used by liver detoxification �Organic chicken / meat bones + 1 tbsp vinegar + salt �Bring to boil & simmer for minimum 6 hrs �Drink broth or use to make soups

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins �TIP #4: Epsom Salt Baths � 1 cup of epsom salts added to warm bath �+/- ¼ cup baking soda �Soak for 20 mins; shower to rinse �Every 2 -3 days �Preceded by dry skin brushing

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins �TIP #5: Constitutional Hydrotherapy �Alternating hot and cold towels �Increases blood and lymphatic circulation �Soothing to the NS by supporting parasympathetic / relaxation pathway

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins �TIP #6: Castor Oil Pack �Wool/flannel cloth folded in 4 layers �Drizzle castor oil, place directly on skin, cover with towel, add heat source � 20 mins; every 1 -3 days �Support liver detoxification and BM elimination

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins �TIP #7: Infrared Sauna (IRS) �Infra red waves travel 2 -3 inches deep into the body, causing increased circulation, sweat production, and elimination of FAT SOLUBLE toxins �ENSURE medical grade, toxin free, allergy free sauna made from non treated Canadian wood �ENSURE immediate access to COLD shower for 30 -60 secs following IRS

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins �TIP #8: Coffee Enema �Increases glutathione production �Increases bile dumping fat soluble toxins into intestines �Increases elimination of fat soluble toxins �Every 1 -3 days

ELIMINATING ACCUMULATED Environmental Toxins Individualized Protocols are often based on testing: �Heavy Metal: blood and urine provocation �Mycotoxins �SNPs | genomics �Non-Metal Environmental Toxins �Organic Acids

TOXICITY SURVEY http: //www. paciencia. ca/detox-program. html