As we enter the holiday season, full of sweet treats, parties, processed foods and packed schedules, paying attention to what our bodies tell us is essential for good health. As such, look out for these common signs you need a detox and how functional medicine can help this season and beyond.
Common signs you need a detox
Tiredness and trouble sleeping
If you constantly feel tired and sluggish, it may be a sign that your body is overloaded with toxins. On top of this, you may have a hard time falling asleep or staying asleep. On the other hand, you could be getting plenty of rest yet you never feel rested.
Skin problems
Acne, rashes, itchy skin, eczema and other skin conditions can indicate internal toxins trying to escape through your skin.
Occasional digestive issues
Do you often feel bloated? Do you suffer from constipation, diarrhea or other digestive issues throughout the week? If so, stomach pain and digestive issues are signs you need a detox as well.
Brain fog
Difficulty concentrating, memory issues and mood swings can all be signs that your body struggles to eliminate toxins impacting your brain function.
Struggle with weight loss
If you’re finding it difficult to lose weight—especially around the middle—despite your efforts, toxins could be stored in your fat cells.
Headaches and migraines
Have you noticed more headaches or started experiencing migraines? This change in frequency could be due to hormonal imbalances or exposure to chemical toxins like copper, for example.
How functional medicine can help
Functional medicine takes a holistic approach to health, focusing on the root causes of your symptoms rather than just treating the symptoms. When it comes to detoxing, functional medicine can help in several ways.
For starters, functional medicine practitioners will work with you to create a personalized detox plan tailor-made for your individual health needs and goals. Next, it emphasizes the importance of nutrition in supporting your body’s natural detoxification processes. Practitioners can help you optimize your diet to support detoxification, including eating more fresh organic foods.
Additional tactics include staying hydrated by drinking purified water or spring water not in plastic bottles, limiting exposure to toxins, boosting antioxidants, limiting alcohol intake, increasing physical activity and getting enough restorative sleep.
Summary
Now that these signs you need a detox and how functional medicine can help are fresh on your mind, schedule an appointment at Advantage Functional Medicine. Our professional team is waiting to help you start your journey to better health! Read our blogs for more about chiropractic care benefits and healthy living tips.