Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules® (APM) Environmental Health

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Environmental Health 2024

 In Person; Chicago, IL
  Livestream

  • Up to 18.5 CME Credits Available
  • Live Q&A with presenters 
Register Now: September 27 - 28

 


This module will review the foundational biochemistry and genetics of biotransformation pathways, connect organ system dysfunctions to potential toxic exposures, and detail the available laboratory evaluations useful in assessing both the toxic load and physiologic responses to toxicant and toxin exposures. This program also uses a case-based, integrated approach to effectively deliver tools necessary for clinicians to diagnose and treat the toxic component of their patients’ total health pictures. 

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Environmental Health: Insights & Education

Biotransformation Pathways & Toxic Exposures

We have learned a great deal in recent years about how toxicants and toxins affect us, where they originate, and how to improve our ability to detoxify. Understanding toxicity and taking practical steps to improve biotransformation and elimination of toxicants are essential and critical pieces in any integrative approach to a patient’s health and well-being.

Explore more below about the biochemistry and genetics of biotransformation pathways, connections of organ system dysfunctions to potential toxic exposures, available laboratory evaluations useful in working up a toxin-exposed patient, and various treatment approaches.

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Environmental Health Related Articles

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Improve Liver Function

Nutrient support to the liver can reduce the body's overall toxic burden.

Common Toxic Exposures
Common Toxic Exposures

Pesticides and a variety of other environmental chemicals contribute to dysfunction.

Pollutants & Diabetes
Pollutants & Diabetes

Persistent organic pollutants may contribute to the rise in metabolic syndrome.

Lead Exposure
Lead Exposure

Low levels of lead, found in blood and urine, are a risk factor for disease.

Plastics & Early Menarche
Plastics & Early Menarche

Endocrine disrupting chemicals can lead to reproductive health abnormalities.

Effects of Mold Toxicity
Effects of Mold Toxicity

Chronic exposure to dampness, mold, and fungi may lead to respiratory dysfunction.

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