The Big C

Cancer statistics are staggering despite the advances in modern medicine. The latest research indicates that 90% of cancers are caused by environmental factors and only 10% by genetic factors. It is interesting to know that identical twins, who share the same genetic profile, only have a 15% chance to develop the same cancer.

We are exposed to potentially more than 100 000 toxins in the environment by what we we eat, drink and breathe. Depending on where you live and work, there needs to be more attention to what we can do to limit our own exposure, but also assist our bodies to get rid of the toxins.

The body has its own detoxification pathways, but can only handle that much over a lifetime and that is one reason why most people will develop cancer only later in life. The body's own defense mechanisms simply cannot cope any longer and might develop a cancer or other chronic disease.

The good news is that 85% of cancers are preventable. Lifestyle choices are particularly important. You might not be able to change where you live, but making conscious choices as far as correct nutrition, exercise, stress management, rest and relaxation are concerned, can do a lot to prevent the development of chronic disease. 

Another easy-to-follow principle is to follow a detox program at least four times a year. Working with the change of seasons is one way of allowing your body to rid itself of unwanted toxins, support the liver,kidneys and immune system to function optimally, while boosting your over-all energy levels. 

At the Integrative Medical Practice we combine infoceuticals, medical foods, nutraceuticals and the Ozone Bi-Far wellness pod  in an efficient, medically supervised detox program with excellent results.