The subject of this essay is somewhat controversial, and you may be one of a number of readers who will have widely differing views. That's good from a scientific point of view as even the best science is essentially subjective, with true objectivity being forged from a consensus of opinions and findings. M.Cr.O.A., is an osteopath and naturopath with a practice at the Hale Clinic in London.
Proper digestion is a prerequisite for optimum health.
Ascertaining the degree to which digestion has become dysfunctional is critical, as abnormal digestive physiology adversely affects enzyme and nutrient assimilation. Let me explain. It is highly probable that mental and emotional stress will have, in many cases, far more negative effect on the patient's homeostasis than either of the other two factors. Toxicity, or auto-intoxication refers to the effect of the food that we consume has on cellular metabolism. This treatise is mostly concerned with the consequences of this latter process, and the measures we can take to detect, monitor and successfully manage such toxicity.