Identifying Triggers of Inflammation

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1 Identifying Triggers of Inflammation Reducing Inflammation for Weight Loss Sylvie Wellhausen DC, DACBI, DACBN 1.Poor Nutrition / Lifestyle 2.Infections, (bacterial, viral and fungal) 3.Stress, Emotional resistance 4.Hormonal imbalance 5.Xenobiotics, Toxins 2 ORGAN RESERVE Rest YEARLY BLOOD WORK Exerc ise Health Exhau s Inacti Suppo Relati rtive onship Health y Horm on Clean Enviro n tion vity Illness Diet e Bala Laboratory Assessment THUMBTACKS Weigh t nc e Contr ol High S tress Poor Diet ment INSU LIN R esista Toxic Enviro n Promotes the Negative Expression Of Genetic Individuality (Genetic Polymorphisms) nc e ment Complete Blood Count Comprehensive Chemistry TSH, Free T3 Vit D 25 hydroxy (50-70) Lipids HDL >50 LDL <130 VLDL <20 Triglycerides < 90 (insulin resistance) INFLAMMATORY MARKERS Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Ferritin C Reactive Protein -hs Homocysteine Fibrinogen + IL-6 Cortisol Uric acid A1c - Fasting insulin Food Allergy testing 4

2 The Well Wheel Cooked or Raw? Raw food contains more vitamins and enzymes as well as plant probiotics -Endophytes 60% raw as prevention 80% raw for cancer survivors 6 Insomnia associated with weight gain Hunger or Thirst? Stress reduction Better sleep hygiene 300mg of Magnesium Glycinate at bedtime PPIs cause magnesium deficiency Spend adequate time in sunlight to regulate Circadian Rhythm (natural melatonin production) Many of us do not have an adequate thirst reflex and tend to eat food when thirsty; therefore get unnecessary calories 7 8

3 Gluten and Inflammation 1% of the population are only ones losing weight with Gluten - Celiac patients experience severe malabsorption 99% of us will gain weight with eating it. Gluten is in almost all processed food. Only recently introduced to our diet, this very long peptide is inflammatory. Asthma / Emphysema Upper Respiratory Infections Insulin resistance / Diabetes Clogged Arteries Upper respiratory infections Cancer (growth hormones) IBD (lactose & casein) ` 9 10 Spices 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs 3 cups Nature s Color Wheel Basil Mint Black pepper Cayenne pepper Lemon grass Cilantro Cinnamon Cloves Cumin Dill Ginger Edible weeds Garlic Mustard seeds Oregano Parsley Rosemary Sage Savory Thyme Tarragon Turmeric 11 12

4 TOTAL TOXIC LOAD = SMART FATS Total Toxic Exposure Minus Ability to Detoxify/Excrete Toxins 13 Enhancement of the Fecal Route Soluble Fiber: psyllium, flax, pectin, oat bran, inulin, FOS, fenugreek Insoluble Fiber: rice bran, beet fiber

5 Top 10 Lifestyle Choices to Decrease Toxin Exposure 1. Avoid using pesticides/herbicides in home and garden. 2. Consider organic whenever possible, but prioritize organic meat and eggs 3. Be cautious with consumption of large predator fish. 4. Filter water with R/O and carbon filter. 5. Do not get amalgam fillings and/or consider removal. 6. Use natural cosmetics, nail polish, and fragrances. 7. Use nontoxic cleaning agents. 8. Use nontoxic building materials and carpets whenever possible in any project or remodel. 9. Avoid living near high-tension power lines. 10.Clean furnace filters regularly; consider HEPA filter. If liver enzymes are high... ie- Fatty Liver or Hepatitis Reduce liver inflammation with the following supplements: GLUTATHIONE S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) betaine and betaine hydrochloride 5-methyltetrahydrofolate methylcobalamin N-acetyl cysteine NAC choline Alpha lipoic acid Take aways Flight or Fight- Emotional Eating Overactive Sympathetic Nervous System Anxiety / worrying Frustration Acting from emotions over reality Unrealistic Expectation from self or others Labeling eating healthy a chore Resistance to change, makes lifestyle adjustments difficult 19 Inflammation causes weight gain and weight gain cause inflammation and chronic diseases (Diabetes, Heart disease, Cancers and Dementia, etc...) Identifying causes of inflammation such as infections, stress, toxins,food allergies, hormone imbalance, epigenetic weakness and lifestyle. Lifestyle is primary cause of weight and inflammation Getting thorough Blood test with Inflammatory and endocrine markers (Attached) Diet is not about calorie counting but eating an antiinflammatory diet rich in vegetables herbs, spices, fruits and good fats. WELL-WHEEL (new food pyramid) Avoiding gluten, dairy, artificial ingredients and refined processed foods. Welcoming change and enjoying the journey. 20