What does it actually mean to detox, and how can you support the body without overwhelming it?
In this episode of the Empowered Nutrition Podcast, Erin Skinner speaks with Pooja Mahtani, PharmD, MS, CNS, LDN, IFMCP, RN, Medical Science Liaison at BodyBio, about the body's natural detoxification systems and the importance of supporting cellular health.
Dr. Pooja explains how the liver, bile, gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, lymphatic system, and cell membranes work together to process and eliminate unwanted compounds. She also discusses how mold and mycotoxin exposure may contribute to oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, digestive symptoms, fatigue, brain fog, and other nonspecific health concerns.
You will learn how phosphatidylcholine, glutathione, TUDCA, butyrate, binders, minerals, hydration, and adequate nutrition may fit into a professionally guided detoxification protocol.
This conversation emphasizes a foundational approach: reduce ongoing exposure, support regular bowel movements, maintain hydration and nutritional adequacy, and introduce supplements gradually rather than beginning with an aggressive cleanse.
In this episode, you will learn:
- What detoxification actually means inside the body
- How the liver, bile, kidneys, gut, lymphatic system, and skin support elimination
- Why cell membranes and mitochondria are important during recovery
- How mold and mycotoxins may affect cellular function
- The role of phosphatidylcholine in supporting cell membranes
- How glutathione supports antioxidant defenses
- Why bile flow matters for eliminating fat-soluble compounds
- How TUDCA may support bile flow and digestion
- How butyrate supports the intestinal lining
- Where binders may fit into a mold-support protocol
- Why bowel regularity, hydration, protein, minerals, and electrolytes matter
- Why worsening symptoms are not necessarily proof that a detox protocol is working
- How to introduce supplements gradually and monitor tolerance
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Medical Disclaimer:
This podcast is intended for general education and does not provide individualized medical advice. Mold-related symptoms overlap with many medical conditions. Testing, diagnosis, environmental remediation, supplement use, and treatment decisions should be discussed with qualified healthcare and environmental professionals who understand your medical history, medications, symptoms, and living or working environment.
Brief Episode Summary
Dr. Pooja Mahtani joins Erin Skinner for a deep dive into detoxification, mold, mycotoxins, cellular health, bile flow, glutathione, phosphatidylcholine, binders, and the foundational steps that should come before an aggressive detox protocol.
