

476: Get Off The Therapeutic Treadmill
37 snips May 27, 2024
Dr. Leland Stillman discusses heavy metals and mineral deficiencies, emphasizing the dangers of excessive supplements and importance of balancing minerals for optimal health. He explores how heavy metals impact the body, the significance of nutrition, and the risks of pesticide contamination in supplements. The podcast also covers root causes of illness, benefits of earthing, and proactive approaches to health through mineral balancing and nutrient-rich diets.
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Copper Toxicity Case
- Dr. Stillman discussed a case of a young woman struggling with infertility and autoimmune issues.
- Hair tissue mineral analysis and a copper detox helped her conceive and improve her health.
Heavy Metal Storage
- Heavy metals in the bloodstream are quickly stored in body tissues, making blood tests unreliable for detecting total burden.
- Hair tissue analysis reveals heavy metal levels as the body eliminates them through hair.
Ionic Mimicry
- Heavy metals displace essential minerals on enzymes, a process called ionic mimicry.
- This disrupts enzyme function, increases free radicals, leading to cellular damage and aging.