Discarded superfood flushes away deadly toxins

It’s being called one of the worst environmental disasters in recent memory... [Click here](1770d7/ct0_0/1/ms?sid=TV2%3AUtgpJI5Jy) to view this message in your browser | [Click here](1770d7/l-002e/zout?sid=TV2%3AUtgpJI5Jy) to stop receiving our messages [] [] Al Sears, MD 11905 Southern Blvd. Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411 [] April 6, 2023 [] Reader, It’s being called one of the worst environmental disasters in recent memory... I’m talking about the catastrophic train derailment and chemical spill in East Palestine, Ohio. Newly released data shows that soil in this small town contains dioxin levels that are hundreds of times greater than the exposure threshold the EPA previously determined to be a known cancer risk. Of course, that isn’t stopping the agency from declaring the soil “safe”...despite the fact that dioxin levels in East Palestine are 10 times what the government considered an “acceptable” level.1 But what you might not know is that we’re exposed to this pollutant every day… And the key to protecting yourself could be a vitamin found in meat. As a long-time reader, you’ve heard me talk about environmental toxins before. Dioxins are what we call POPs – persistent organic pollutants. These are non-biodegradable compounds that stay in the atmosphere forever. Even if you choose to live on a mountaintop or a deserted island, wind, and water currents will guarantee these pollutants soon find their way to you. They’re lurking in almost everything we see, touch, and eat. They’re even in the air you breathe. Luckily, there is a secret weapon that can help you detoxify yourself from these environmental pollutants. A research team at the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology recently completed a study that found vitamin B12 is a powerful agent for fighting off dioxins in the body. Realizing that certain organisms can lower the toxicity of pollutants, the team used X-ray crystallography to take a closer look. And what they discovered was eye-opening. Scientists found that vitamin B12 targets the halogen atoms found in common pollutants.2 These include gases such as fluorine, chlorine, iodine, bromine, and astatine. Halogens have been on the radar for some time due to their ability to degrade air quality and damage crops. They have also been linked to respiratory disorders such as asthma. But when vitamin B12 is introduced into the body, it stimulates the production of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant. With production in full effect, glutathione binds to these toxins and free radicals to neutralize their effects and flush them out of the body. Vitamin B12 also plays a role in methylation, a process that helps the body remove harmful toxins. During this process, vitamin B12 helps converts homocysteine, a potentially harmful amino acid, into methionine – a non-toxic amino acid that is essential for the body. Unfortunately, vitamin B12 deficiencies are becoming all too common. Warning signs that you lack this essential nutrient include: - Fatigue and weakness - Depression and irritability - Muscle cramps - Loss of balance - Rapid breathing or shortness of breath - Brain fog and difficulty concentrating - Frequent headaches or nausea - Erectile dysfunction - Vision loss - Tingling in the hands and feet If you’re experiencing just one or two of these, it could be a sign that your body needs more B12. B12 is found only in animals. Your best source is grass-fed beef liver. A three-ounce serving provides 998% of your recommended daily intake. Sadly, this forgotten superfood was discarded when America declared its foolish war on cholesterol. Lamb, clams, sardines, and fresh-caught fish are also your best sources of vitamin B12. But today, getting the nutrition you need from just your food is hard. I recommend supplementing or getting a vitamin B12 injection from your doctor. Most nutritionists say you only need 2.4 micrograms (mcg) of B12 daily. That’s way too low. I recommend taking at least 1,000 mcg of vitamin B12 daily. You can take B12 in a capsule, lozenge, or spray. I prefer a spray because the capillaries and small blood vessels in your mouth quickly absorb the mist. They deliver B12 directly to your circulatory system, tissues, and cells. B12 injections are important if your body has a hard time absorbing the vitamin. This is common in older adults and those suffering from intestinal disorders. Here at the Sears Institute for Anti-Aging Medicine, I offer intravenous B12 injections. This is a good option if you have trouble absorbing B12. They bypass the gut and go directly into the bloodstream. If you’d like to schedule an appointment for B12 injections, call my staff at 561-784-7852 to set up an appointment. 2 more ways to detox POPs fast But sometimes you need an intervention fast… The best way to purge your system of unwanted contaminants is to turn to nature. Here are two time-tested solutions I recommend to my patients. - Replace common oils with ghee. Rich in beneficial fatty acids, this type of clarified butter is a staple in Ayurvedic medicine. Today, it's recognized as an important tool for eliminating dangerous environmental chemicals from the body. You see, environmental toxins like pesticides, heavy metals, and POPs are fat-soluble, meaning they dissolve in fats and oils. Using healthy sources of fat like ghee can flush away unhealthy fats and toxins. In a study published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, researchers took 88 subjects and put half of them on a seven-day ghee detox protocol. After a week, the ghee group saw a dramatic reduction in environmental contaminants.3 I suggest having a teaspoon of ghee first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. I also recommend adding it to your coffee and using it to stir-fry or sauté. - Add in this dried algae. Chlorella binds to toxins and pulls them out of your body. Take 1 gram with breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can increase the dose to up to 3 grams three times a day. In a study examining dioxins in breast milk, researchers found that chlorella supplements helped flush out heavy metals and other harmful contaminants.4 I recommend taking around 230 mg per day. To Your Good Health, Al Sears, MD, CNS --------------------------------------------------------------- References: 1. . Accessed on March 20, 2023. 2. “Vitamin B12 Is Effective for Detoxifying Environmental Pollutants.” Nature’s Source Inc, 1 Apr. 2021, Accessed 7 Mar. 2023. 3. Herron R, et al. “Lipophil-mediated reduction of toxicants in humans: an evaluation of ayurvedic detoxification procedure.” Alern Ther Health Med. 2002;8(5):40-51 4. Nakano S, et al. “Chlorella (Chlorella pyrenoidosa) supplementation decreases dioxin and increases immunoglobulin a concentrations in breast milk.” J Med Food. 2007;10(1):134-142 alsearsmd@send.alsearsmd.com [Preferences | Unsubscribe](1770d7/l-002e/zout?sid=TV2%3AUtgpJI5Jy) 11905 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach, Florida 33411, United States