Podcast

Episode 34: How Toxicity Sabotages Your Health w. Christina Santini CN, RYT, CTT (Ep 34)

EA
Erik Abramowitz
58 min

Join us for an insightful conversation with Christina Santini, Clinical Nutritionist and owner of The Nutrition Clinic in Copenhagen. With over 15 years of experience across European and American hospitals, Christina brings a unique perspective combining Western medicine with Eastern health principles to explore how environmental toxicity affects our health and nutritional status.

About Our Guest

Christina holds a degree in Human Nutrition from Metropolitan Copenhagen University and brings extensive clinical experience from private hospitals across Europe, New York, and Los Angeles. Her diverse training includes:

  • Ayurvedic medicine studies under Dr. Deepak Chopra

  • Biological medicine training with Dr. Rau

  • Certifications in yoga instruction (RYT)

  • Clinical thermography screening (CTT)

Topics Discussed

Environmental Toxicity and Health

  • How toxins compromise organ function and metabolic health

  • The impact of environmental toxins on thyroid function

  • Connection between mold exposure and asthma symptoms

Nutritional Relationships

  • Beyond “calories in, calories out” - understanding complex nutritional interactions

  • The critical role of thiamin and B12 in stomach acid production

  • How low stomach acid contributes to anemia

  • Magnesium’s influence on kidney function

Candida and Metabolic Health

  • Why traditional low-carb approaches may not be optimal for candida

  • Understanding Auto-Brewer’s Syndrome

  • The connection between heavy metals and candida overgrowth

Key Insights

  • Natural detoxification approaches using cilantro and chlorella for mercury removal

  • Gut health support protocols using S. Boulardi, caprylic acid, black walnut, and wild oregano

  • Potential concerns with long-term ketogenic diets and bone density

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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.