Phase 2 detoxification requires amino acids, like taurine and glycine, and more more.
Okay! Let’s talk about phase 2 detoxification.
Phase 2 is all about preparing the metabolites from phase 1 for phase 3: elimination. These toxins are bound to proteins that will escort them out of the body through bile and in feces and urine.
There are many pathways within phase 2 that help complete the breakdown of toxins, including:
Glutathione conjugation
Sulfation
Peptide conjugation
Glucuronidation
Acetylation
Methylation
There are many amino acids and antioxidants required for phase 2 detox, including:
Sulfur
Methionine
Cysteine
Taurine
Lipoic acid
Glutathione
MSM
Choline
Betaine
SAM/SAM-e
DMG
TMG
DMAE
Glucuronic acid
Glycine
NAC
Coenzyme A
Pantethine
Again, this is overly-simplified, but as you can see, there are many nutrients needed for proper phase 2 detoxification.
In order to properly detoxify most substances, we also need to be able to perform both phases...and phase 3, which is the actual process of elimination.💩
Suffice to say, when we’re trying to “detox,” it’s important to first make sure we have the raw materials to support both phases.
My favorite way to make sure I’m getting all the nutrients I need for phase 1 and phase 2 detox? Eating them!😁
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Not medical advice.
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This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before pursuing any changes to your personal healthcare regime.
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References
Haas, E. M. Levin, B. (2006). Staying Healthy with Nutrition. New York, NY: Ten Speed Press.
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