Are Toxins Making You Fat?

By Michael Ruscio

www.IntegrativeHC.com

A recent study published in Obesity Reviews sheds some light on the question of why some people cant lose weight (Obes Rev. 2003 Feb;4(1):17-24). This study scientifically validates what many in healthcare have noted for years; detoxification can aid in weight loss.

This study examined the impact of organochlorines (found in some insecticides and in DDT) and PCBs (found in plastics, ink, rubber and electrical tubing) on fat mass and ability/inability to lose weight. The results; fat mass and BMI were directly related to blood levels of these toxins.

Below: the more toxic a subject was, the more they weighed.

Below: the more toxic a subject the more fat they stored.

Below: the reason some people can't lose weight may be because fat cells store these toxins. As you try to burn fat, these toxins are released causing your metabolism to slow making almost impossible to lose weight. This suggest one has to rid the fat cells of toxins before weight loss will be possible (the "OC" in the diagram stand for organochlorines, a type of toxin).

So what can you do?

I think its obvious at this point, detox. Most detoxes are safe and easy to do. Supplements needed can be purchased at your local health food store. If you have questions on how to get started feel free to email or call or office. (413) 374-0077 office@IntegrativeHC.com

You should also;

• opt for organic produce & meats
• avoid storing foods in plastics whenever possible
• consider a glass or metal water bottle instead of plastic