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Detox Beyond the Liver: What Actually Matters?
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The Phys Flex Cert is still rolling on and more details tomorrow through Monday when it closes down. Check out the details below. >> Phys Flex Certification << Tonight, I have some great info on a super controversial topic... Detox! No, not the epic song by the same name by Hevy Devy of Strapping Young Lad, but actually physiologic detox as I sat down with Dr. Gregory Kelly, N.D., Chief Product Officer at Qualia Life and author of Shape Shift. Detox is more than a liver story—and it is not a stoooopid juice cleanse. In the podcast we explore how the body's clearance pathways work together, why mobilizing stored compounds is not the same as eliminating them, and how sleep and the brain's glymphatic system fit into the conversation. We also talk about cumulative stress, everyday exposures, and making habits easier to follow without turning health into an all-or-nothing project. Note - we do talk about a new product from Qualia and the product descriptions and health claims are Greg's account, not independent verification or medical advice. The small company-run study he discusses used self-reported symptom questionnaires. Listen to the full episode here Episode Timestamps: 05:03 Detox skepticism and why this conversation matters If you prefer to watch the podcast, check it out below: Watch the episode on YouTube Much love, Dr. Mike PS - as I stated on the podcast, I am an affiliate for Qualia and do love their products, check them out below >> Qualia Life << use code DRMIKE to save $$ ________ Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD Mike T Nelson is a PhD and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health. |
Dr Mike T Nelson
Creator of the Flex Diet Cert & Phys Flex Cert, CSCS, CISSN, Assoc Professor, kiteboarder, lifter of odd objects, metal music lover. >>>>Sign up to my daily FREE Fitness Insider newsletter below
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