<div> <div> <p><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>The human body has an innate wisdom. Under the right circumstances, the body is well-equipped to eliminate harmful toxins, pollutants, and other unwanted substances through a complex system of organs and processes. On today’s show, you’re going to learn about your body’s natural detoxification system and how you can optimize it for better health.<br> <br></span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Dr. Alejandro Junger is a cardiologist, New York Times bestselling author, and functional medicine expert. Today, he’s back on The Model Health Show for an enlightening conversation on the body’s detoxification system. You’re going to learn the truth about how chronic illnesses develop, how our modern world contributes to illness, and the key habits you can create to</span> <span>improve</span> <span>your health.<br> <br></span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>This</span> <span>episode</span> <span>contains important conversations on the role of the liver, gut health and its impact on overall wellness,</span> <span>and how to take a holistic approach to healing. As always, Dr. Junger has a wealth of information to share. I hope you enjoy this interview!<br> <br></span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>In this episode you’ll discover:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"><br> </span></p> <ul> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Why Dr. Junger started studying </span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>detoxification</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>How functional medicine makes a connection between systems in the body.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>What </span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>the body’s detoxification system</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>is and how it works.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>How the gut is connected to multiple systems in the body.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Why </span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>the integrity of the gut lining</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>is integral to your overall health.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>The anatomy of the human gut and how it evolved.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>How </span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>autoimmunity and gut permeability</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>are linked.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Why chronic illness is </span><span>actually an</span> <span>adaptation.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>What </span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>the Achilles heel of human health</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>is.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>The connection between serotonin, the gut, and the nervous system.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Two things you must do to </span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>create a healing environment</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>How the liver aids in detoxification processes.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Three specific, simple tips</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>for detoxification.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>The most important thing humans can do to recover our health.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>How </span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>resting your digestion system</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>can help your body heal.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>An exercise you can use to practice presence.</span></span></li> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><spa