A lot of people hear the word detox and immediately picture a 3-day juice cleanse. That’s not what I’m talking about. When I talk about detox, I’m talking about biotransformation—your body’s built-in system for processing and eliminating the chemical load we’re all exposed to. And that load is… not small. Pesticides, plastics, exhaust, fragrances, flame retardants, forever chemicals, mold toxins—you name it, it’s in the mix. Your liver wasn’t designed for modern chemistry. None of ours were. Here’s the part that matters: Your detox system runs in three real biochemical phases: Phase 1 — Activation Your liver transforms toxins into intermediate forms. Some become more reactive here. Totally normal. Phase 2 — Conjugation You attach chemical groups (methylation, glutathione, amino acids, etc.) to neutralize them. Phase 3 — Elimination You move them out through the gut, kidneys, skin, lymph. This phase is where things often fall apart—especially with estrogen clearance. Sluggish Phase 3 = classic estrogen dominance symptoms. Your microbiome is a major player in all of this. Gut bacteria produce enzymes that help Phase 2 and Phase 3 actually function. When the gut is irritated or imbalanced, detox slows down even if your diet is “perfect.” And when your detox capacity gets overwhelmed, you hit TILT—Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance. That’s when you start reacting to things you used to handle easily: foods, fragrances, alcohol, stress. It’s not random—your tolerance literally drops. This isn’t fringe. This isn’t optional. This is basic human physiology that a lot of people never get taught. What’s been your experience with detox? Or if you’ve never done anything structured, what questions do you still have about how detox actually works? Jump into the comments—curious to hear where everyone’s at. Dr G

Protein stabilizes mood, energy, and cravings. It helps with: • Blood sugar balance • Hormones • Metabolism • Fullness • Muscle If you feel like you are not getting enough protein, you are probably right. I have struggled with this myself, and I know how easy it is to fall short, especially on busy days when you are trying to do a hundred things at once. One simple habit that has made a real difference for me is adding collagen powder to my organic coffee. One scoop gives 11 grams of protein, and if you enjoy two cups, that is 22 grams. It dissolves instantly and has no taste, and it adds a meaningful amount of protein without needing to change your routine. AG

Pick one protein, one green veggie, and one starch substitute each week. Example: salmon + broccoli + cauliflower mash. Cook in bulk, store in glass, and mix up flavors through the week. Consistency comes from preparation — not willpower.

Here are a few habits that have helped me: • Cutting out screens at least an hour before bed — the blue light can suppress melatonin and make it harder for your brain to wind down • Dimming the lights after dinner — I will put on blue-light blocking glasses around 7 PM if I am home • Keeping the bedroom cool • Doing a quick 2-minute stretch • Sticking to a consistent bedtime How’s your sleep been lately? AG

The holidays bring extra planning, extra emotion, extra expectations, sometimes joy, sometimes stress, often both at the same time. If you are feeling pulled in different directions, you are not alone. This is a month where routines shift, food changes, schedules get full, and we tend to put ourselves last. I want you to remember: You can take care of your health without being perfect. You can enjoy the season without abandoning yourself. You can slow down, breathe, and make choices that feel good for your body. We are here for you, and we’ll move through this season together. AG