Toxic overload can have a huge impact on your energy, digestion, joint health, and overall well-being. While there are many diagnostic tests available, here’s a simple and inexpensive self-assessment you can do right now.

I first learned this method from Dr. Abbas Qutab after attending his lecture in 2008. Just answer the following questions to see if you may benefit from a detox.

Detox Self-Assessment

Do you experience any of the following?

• Fatigue or low energy
• Early morning stiffness or stiffness after rest
• Brain fog, dizziness, or trouble concentrating
• Cracking joints
• Frequent headaches or back pain
• Generalized aches and pains
• Frequent sinus issues
• Afternoon sleepiness
• Gas and bloating after meals
• Slow recovery from exercise
• Bruising easily
• Sluggish metabolism or difficulty losing weight
• Food allergies or frequent chemical exposure
• Frequent use of pain relievers
• Family history of arthritis or autoimmune disorders
• Irregular bowel movements (less than twice per day)
• Dependence on coffee, cigarettes, candy, or soda for energy
• Living or working in spaces that feel better when “aired out”
• Showering with unfiltered municipal water
• Eating mostly conventional (non-organic) foods
• Rarely replacing your home’s air filters
• Recently considering a detox program

If you answered “Yes” to 4 or more questions, your current symptoms may be due to toxic overload, and a detox can help.

What’s Next?

Tomorrow, I’ll share a one-week detox plan that I’ve used successfully with many clients over the years. It’s simple, effective, and not a juice fast!

Stay tuned!