Nowadays we are exposed to countless toxins: heavy metals, mold toxins, fine dust, pesticides, herbicides and many other chemicals. In addition, physiological processes in the body produce toxic metabolic products that need to be detoxified.
Nutrients and other substances can bind toxins and thus promote their excretion.
Enzymes in the liver that are involved in detoxification also require a number of nutrients to function.
The following essential nutrients and plant substances can promote detoxification:
Quercetin
Quercetin is a plant substance with antioxidant properties. It appears to be able to counteract oxidative stress and the associated inflammation. Quercetin can therefore probably reduce oxidative stress caused by increased heavy metal exposure.
Additionally, data suggests that quercetin may bind heavy metals and help protect organs from heavy metal damage. 1
Black cumin seeds
Black cumin seeds are used in naturopathy, especially for hay fever. They are also said to have a purifying and detoxifying effect.
Black cumin contains numerous secondary plant substances such as p-cymene, thymoquinone, α-thujene, and carotenoids. They appear to be able to protect the liver from oxidative damage. 2 The liver is the most important detoxification organ that can be affected by excessive oxidative stress.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an important antioxidant in the body that can scavenge free radicals and thus counteract oxidative stress.
Heavy metals cause oxidative stress, which can probably be counteracted by a good supply of vitamin C.
In addition, vitamin C appears to be able to promote the excretion of certain heavy metals: there is evidence that taking high doses of vitamin C could reduce lead and arsenic exposure. 3
N-Acetyl-Cysteine
N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC) is a sulfur-containing amino acid. Sulfur can bind heavy metals.
In addition, N-acetyl cysteine provides sulfur, which is needed for the detoxification molecule glutathione. 4 Glutathione plays a central role in the second phase of detoxification, which takes place in the liver.
Green tea
Green tea is rich in polyphenols, the antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) and caffeine. Its antioxidant effect is thought to counteract inflammation that occurs during detoxification. 5
Fermented soybeans
Fermented soybeans contain the enzyme nattokinase, which is said to have blood-thinning properties. There is also evidence that nattokinase may support liver detoxification. 6
Dandelion
Dandelion is rich in flavonoids, which are said to have an antioxidant effect. In naturopathy, dandelion is often used to cleanse the liver. It is also said to be able to stimulate bile production. 7
Milk thistle
Milk thistle is rich in silymarin, a flavonoid complex that is said to have liver-protecting properties. For this reason, milk thistle is known as a medicinal plant for the liver and is often used in detoxification treatments. It is said to inhibit the liver's oxidation of fats and stimulate the flow of bile. 8
turmeric
The curcumin in turmeric has long been valued as a medicinal agent in traditional Chinese medicine due to its antioxidant properties. There is also evidence that curcumin may stimulate liver function, making it easier to eliminate toxins. 9
selenium
Selenium is an essential trace element that we must consume through food. Unfortunately, selenium is often lacking in our diet.
Selenium is a component of the antioxidant enzyme glutathione peroxidase, which plays an important role in the regulation of oxidative stress in the body.
There is also evidence that selenium may promote the elimination of heavy metals. 10
Selenomethionine is particularly useful for detoxification because the amino acid methionine contains sulfur, which is also said to promote detoxification.
The Revitoxa Complex from Viktilabs
The Revitoxa complex from Viktilabs combines all of the above-mentioned detoxifying substances: quercetin, black cumin, vitamin C, N-acetyl cysteine, green tea, fermented soybeans, dandelion, milk thistle, turmeric and selenium. The complex is developed in Germany according to the highest quality standards and is free of unnecessary additives such as binding agents, separating agents, colorants and sweeteners, as well as preservatives.
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