Toxic Burden in Pediatrics
Greer McGuiness, MS RD is a biomedical clinician with over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She holds a Bachelor of Food Science from SUNY Plattsburgh and a Master of science from Central Michigan University. She is also a Certified Leap Therapist with extensive experience in helping those with food allergies and intolerances and a Registered Dietitian. She developed a passion for alternative medicine after her son was diagnosed with autism in 2016 and understands the struggles parents face when learning to find the most effective interventions for their children. Her goal is to provide individualized and affordable one-on-one consultations to parents as they try to navigate the complex world of biomedical healing.
Detoxification is not just about using supplements or temporary dietary changes; it involves significant lifestyle changes.
Humans come into contact with over 800,000 toxins daily, including man-made substances like pesticides, which can cause harm to our health.
Environmental factors, accounting for 40-50% of autism diagnoses, can have a substantial impact on pediatric health compared to genetic factors (10-15%).
To reduce toxic burden in children, it is essential to test for toxins, avoid exposure through food, water, and personal care products, and support the body’s detoxification pathways with appropriate interventions and supplements.
