Toxic Burden, How Much Is Too Much?

By Caroline Hoeffgen, COO, BCHC, JD | Reviewed by Dr. Isabel Sharkar, NMD | May 2026

Every day we are bombarded with hundreds of toxins- from our personal hygiene products to the food we eat. What is your toxic burden? How much is too much? Check out the facts below!

FACTS

  • The average woman is exposed to 126 unique chemical ingredients every day through her skin care products alone.
  • Each year, the average patient is exposed to over 14 pounds of pesticides, herbicides, food additives, and preservatives.
  • 26 seconds is the time it takes for chemicals in typical household products to enter the bloodstream.
  • 7 million people a year die prematurely from illnesses related to air pollution exposure.

START WITH A CLEAN SLATE

Today's lifestyle of poor diet, polluted environment and high stress subjects your body to more toxins than ever before.

TRUE DETOXIFICATION

Many traditional "detoxification" programs are often simply colon cleanses and purges which flush out the intestines. They do not enhance true detoxification, which occurs in the liver.An effective detoxification program harnesses the power of the liver to cleanse the body of stored toxins. It includes nutrients to aid in Phase I and II liver biotransformation of toxins. Biotransformation is the process of transforming fat-soluble toxins into non-toxic, water-soluble compounds that can be easily eliminated from the body through the urine, bile or stool.

THE INDIGO DETOX DIFFERENCE

Our INDIGO DETOX is a 7-day program that provides the nutrients and metabolic tools needed to revitalize your body's detoxification process and improve overall health by targeting both the GI system and the liver. By using this comprehensive approach, the INDIGO DETOX program will promote proper digestion of food, absorption of nutrients and elimination of toxins to ultimately renew wellness.

THE INDIGO DETOX GOALS

REMOVE

Eliminate the incoming burden of toxins. This is accomplished by eliminating all additional toxin burden from diet and lifestyle.

RESTORE

Support the processing and elimination of toxins. This is accomplished by drinking purified water, eating detox-friendly foods and drinking INDIGO DETOX powder mix.

REVITALIZE

Enhance liver detoxification pathways and support GI function. This is accomplished by drinking purified water, eating detox-friendly foods, drinking INDIGO DETOX powder mix and taking LIVER SUPPORT capsules.

TOXIC OVERLOAD COULD BE IMPACTING OUR HEALTH...

7 SIGNS OF TOXIC BURDEN

  • Muscle aches and pain
  • Fatigue
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Excessive sinus problems
  • Gas and bloating
  • Trouble losing weight
  • Puffy, dark circles under the eyes

Learn more about the Indigo Detox program here. Make detoxing a part of your every day life.

Medical Disclaimer

This content is provided by Indigo Integrative Health Clinic for educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment recommendation, and does not establish a provider-patient relationship. Individual health conditions vary — information presented here may not apply to your specific situation. Always consult a qualified, licensed healthcare provider before making decisions about your health, medications, supplements, or treatment plan.

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