PHYSICAL WELLNESS
ENVIRONMENTAL INPUTS
Environmental inputs are the external factors that influence how your body functions. The air you breathe, the water you drink, the spaces you live in, and the products you use all have a direct impact on your health. Some inputs support balance and healing, while others—like toxins or pollutants—create stress your body must work to manage.
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXINS
Environmental toxins are substances from our surroundings that place stress on the body. Some come from nature, like mold or heavy metals in soil, while others are man-made, such as pesticides, plastics, and industrial chemicals. Even small, daily exposures can accumulate and influence systems like the nervous, immune, and endocrine systems.
This section includes:
Mold + Mycotoxins – Fungi that release harmful compounds, often found in damp homes or buildings, impacting respiration, immunity, and neurological health.
Heavy Metals – Elements like lead, mercury, and arsenic that can disrupt brain, kidney, and liver function when accumulated in tissues.
Endocrine Disruptors – Chemicals in plastics, cosmetics, and cleaning products that interfere with hormone signaling and balance.
Air + Water Quality – How pollution, particulates, and contaminants in drinking water contribute to long-term health effects.
Linked Concepts:
→ Environmental Sensitivities
→ Chronic Inflammation
→ Detox Burden
detoxification
Detoxification is the body’s built-in process for neutralizing and eliminating toxins. Organs like the liver, kidneys, skin, and lungs constantly work to filter out harmful substances from food, water, air, and even internal metabolic waste. Supporting detox isn’t about extreme cleanses—it’s about maintaining balance and giving your body what it needs to do its job well.
This section includes:
The Liver – The body’s main detox organ, breaking down toxins into safer compounds for elimination.
The Kidneys – Filter blood and excrete waste through urine, maintaining electrolyte and fluid balance.
The Lymphatic System – A transport network that helps clear waste, pathogens, and cellular debris.
The Skin + Lungs – Pathways for releasing toxins through sweat and breath.
Gentle Supports – Lifestyle practices like hydration, fiber, rest, and sauna that aid natural detox processes.
Linked Concepts:
→ Detox Pathways
→ Gut + Liver Connection
→ Over-Detoxing and Safety
