Holistic Health and Toxin Removal featuring Nurse Chelsie Ward on the Holistic Health Bites podcast with Functional Nutritionist Andrea Nicholson

EPISODE SUMMARY:

Chelsie, a nurse and toxin expert shared her personal journey into the holistic healing space and emphasized the importance of removing toxins from our bodies. She also discussed strategies for transitioning to non-toxic products and ways to clean up and replace common household cleaning supplies with safer alternatives. Andrea and Chelsie also discussed detoxing off toxins from the body and the presence of toxins in the body and how it affects a person's health. 









EPISODE DETAILS:

Holistic Healing and Toxin Removal


Chelsie shared her personal journey into the holistic healing space, which began with her recognition of the significant role toxins played in her health issues. She emphasized the importance of removing toxins from our bodies, particularly through diet, and highlighted the benefits of choosing organic foods over those sprayed with pesticides and herbicides. She also noted that the stress these toxins place on our digestive system can impact our overall health. 


Reducing Environmental Toxins Exposure

Chelsie emphasized the need for reducing exposure to environmental toxins through simple measures such as using a water filter and an air purifier. She explained how these toxins can affect our health, even explaining that we absorb chemicals through our skin during a shower. Chelsie also pointed out the importance of improving indoor air quality by using air filters, especially in rooms where we spend most of our time, such as our sleeping room or living area. 


Transitioning to Non-Toxic Products

Chelsie discussed strategies for transitioning to non-toxic products. She recommended starting with easy changes like replacing spices and seasonings with organic alternatives.  She also suggested building trust with brands that use recognizable, natural ingredients and educating oneself about the contents of products, such as identifying hidden sugars. Chelsie emphasized the importance of cleaning out the pantry and refrigerator, looking for products with real food ingredients and avoiding those with potentially harmful or hidden ingredients.


Natural Cleaning Supplies Discussion

Chelsie and Andrea discussed ways to clean up and replace common household cleaning supplies with safer and more natural alternatives. Chelsie recommended using brands like Truly Home for cleaning and essential oils like Doterra for fragrance. They suggested focusing on areas often overlooked, such as exposure to skin and what products one uses most often. Andrea emphasized the importance of looking for fragrance or perfume in product ingredients as an indicator of potential toxins. They agreed that gradual replacement of products with healthier alternatives was a feasible and effective strategy.


Detoxing the Body: A Lifestyle Approach

Andrea and Chelsie discussed the topic of detoxing off toxins from the body. Chelsie suggested starting with cleaning up the body by improving the quality of drinking water and food. She emphasized on the importance of deep breathing and sweating to help flush out toxins. Chelsie also highlighted the role of regular bowel movements in eliminating excess estrogen and other toxins. She further recommended the use of detox products to aid the detox process at a cellular level. Chelsie stressed the need to assess individual needs and adjust the detox plan accordingly. They concluded by suggesting the adoption of a long-term detox lifestyle, incorporating daily detox supplements and making conscious choices to minimize exposure to toxins.


Toxins in Body and Health Discussion

Andrea and Chelsie discussed the presence of toxins in the body and how it affects a person's health. Chelsie explained their approach to assessing and addressing toxins, which includes an initial screening, targeted testing, and the use of specific treatments to bind and remove toxins. She emphasized the importance of understanding the sources of toxins, such as exposure to heavy metals, molds, and chemicals in everyday life. Chelsie also shared her own experience of maintaining a healthy lifestyle while traveling, suggesting strategies to minimize exposure to toxins in hotels and airports, such as carrying essential oils, buying and preparing healthy food, and using binders to reduce the toxins she was exposed to in these environments.

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