Toxicity

Toxicity testing is generally deferred until diet and lifestyle interventions have been optimized. Elevated toxic burden is said to contribute to cardiovascular disease through oxidative stress, direct damage, inflammation, dyslipidemia, and impaired detoxification. The primary toxicity intervention is to support natural elimination through hepatic, renal, and sweating pathways. Recommended toxicity assessments include stool analysis, heavy metal panel, organic acids or metabolic panel, and micronutrient panel.