Do you ever feel exhausted, disoriented, or just not like yourself and are unable to identify the cause? It's possible that the cause is environmental pollutants found in the air, water, and other commonplace items. These everyday dangers have the capacity to impact us on a cellular level. They can cause hormone disruption, inflammation, and even chronic health problems, but standard healthcare frequently ignores them. 

According to the American Lung Association, the “State of the Air” 2024 report finds that despite decades of progress cleaning up air pollution, 39% of people living in America—131.2 million people—still live in places with failing grades for unhealthy levels of pollution. This is 11.7 million more people breathing unhealthy air compared to last year’s report.

In order to counteract toxin exposure and restore your body's natural equilibrium, we at Thryv Medical are dedicated to educating you on both easy solutions and more sophisticated therapies.

What Are Environmental Toxins and Where Do They Come From?

Environmental toxins are dangerous compounds that build up in the body from commonplace sources, such as:

• Air pollution: Caused by the discharge of chemicals and particulate matter from industrial emissions, automobile exhaust, and wildfire smoke.
• Water Contamination: In addition to chlorine and PFAS, tap water may include heavy metals, including lead and mercury.
• Products for Personal Care: Parabens, phthalates, and artificial smells can be found in shampoos, lotions, and deodorants.
• Packaging and Plastics: Food and beverages may include phthalates and BPA from plastic containers.
• Household Items: Air fresheners, cleaning products, and non-stick cookware can all emit dangerous chemicals and volatile organic compounds.
• Herbicides and Pesticides: Frequently found in lawn treatments and on non-organic vegetables.

How Toxins Impact Your Body

• Hormonal Disruptions: Endocrine disruptors like BPA and phthalates can mimic or block hormones, contributing to weight gain, thyroid dysfunction, and reduced fertility.
• Chronic Inflammation: Air pollutants and heavy metals can fuel inflammation, increasing the risk of heart disease, arthritis, and autoimmune disorders.
• Brain Fog and Cognitive Decline: Neurotoxins such as pesticides and heavy metals can impair brain function and are linked to Alzheimer’s, often called “Type 3 diabetes” due to its connection with insulin resistance.

How Thryv Medical Helps You Take Back Control

Advanced Therapies to Detox and Restore:

• IV Ozone Therapy with Blood Filtration and Photobiomodulation: Multi-step filtration of your blood, infuses it with ozone to neutralize toxins, and uses photomodulation to reduce inflammation and promote cellular repair.
• Auro Wellness Glutathione Spray: Glutathione, the body's master antioxidant, aids detoxification, reduces oxidative stress, and supports cellular health.
• Bioidentical Hormone Therapy: Restores hormone balance disrupted by toxins, improving energy, metabolism, and mood.

Practical Ways to Reduce Toxin Exposure

1. Filter Your Water

• Toxins to Remove: Chlorine, lead, mercury, and PFAS.
• Solution: Use a reverse osmosis or multi-stage water filtration system.
• Pro Tip: Store water in glass or stainless steel bottles to avoid plastic leaching.

2. Choose Non-Toxic Personal Care Products

• Hidden Toxins: Parabens, phthalates, and formaldehyde.
• Better Choices: Use organic, fragrance-free products with natural ingredients like coconut oil or shea butter.
• Look For: Brands with EWG verification or labels stating 'paraben- and phthalate-free.'

3. Go Organic for Produce and Meats

• Toxins to Avoid: Pesticides, antibiotics, and hormone residues.
• Solution: Prioritize organic versions of produce known for high pesticide levels, such as strawberries and spinach.
• Bonus: Grass-fed meats reduce exposure to hormones and antibiotics.

4. Use Safer Cookware

• Toxic Materials: Teflon and other non-stick coatings that release harmful PFAS chemicals.
• Healthier Options: Switch to stainless steel, cast iron, or ceramic cookware.
• Pro Tip: Replace scratched non-stick pans immediately.

5. Reduce Plastic Use

• Risks of Plastics: BPA, phthalates, and microplastics leaching into food.
• Solutions:
• Use glass, stainless steel, or silicone for food storage.
• Avoid microwaving food in plastic containers.
• Use beeswax wraps instead of plastic wraps.

6. Improve Indoor Air Quality

• Common Indoor Toxins: VOCs from furniture, mold spores, and radon.
• Solutions:
• Use HEPA air purifiers to filter pollutants.
• Add houseplants such as peace lilies and spider plants to absorb toxins.
• Choose natural cleaning products and avoid synthetic air fresheners.

Boost Your Detox Routine with IR Saunas and Red Light Therapy

Infrared (IR) saunas provide a deep, therapeutic sweat that helps release toxins from your body. The heat penetrates deeply into your skin, promoting detoxification through sweating while also improving circulation and skin health. While many IR saunas rely on far-infrared heat, full-spectrum saunas combine all infrared wavelengths (near, mid, and far), enhancing the detox process and promoting more comprehensive healing. The combination offers better penetration for both detoxification and cellular repair. Red light therapy further supports this process by stimulating cellular regeneration, reducing inflammation, accelerating the body's natural healing processes, and further supporting detoxification.

Take Charge of Your Health Journey

Environmental toxins are everywhere, but their impact on your health doesn’t have to be. By reducing exposure through practical measures and supporting your body with advanced therapies like IV Ozone and glutathione supplementation, you can protect your body, restore balance, and reclaim your vitality.