Dr. Paul Savage, founder and Chief Medical Officer of MDLifespan, returns to discuss the invisible threat of toxins on Hustle and Flowchart. Having spent three decades in the medical field, Dr. Savage shares his journey from a stressed ER doctor to a leading figure in health optimization. This episode focuses on how toxins affect our health, the importance of measuring them, and ways to combat these threats using innovative solutions like plasma exchange. Join us as we delve into the steps for a healthier lifestyle and the groundbreaking efforts led by Dr. Savage to address these issues.
The Intersection of Entrepreneurship and Health: Insights from Dr. Paul Savage
Dr. Paul Savage’s Journey
Dr. Paul Savage started his career as an ER doctor in Detroit, working long, stressful hours and neglecting his health. By the end of his ten-year stint, his weight had increased drastically, and he was on multiple medications due to poor lifestyle choices exacerbated by stress. This tough lesson prompted him to pursue better health practices. He went back to school, learned about nutrition, exercise, and wellbeing, and underwent a drastic health transformation. As he adopted healthier habits, he realized the need to educate others on maintaining good health and founded BodyLogic MD, which expanded to 70 centers nationwide, focusing on nutrition, exercise, and hormone replacement.
Understanding Toxins and Their Impact
Toxins have become a pervasive threat, with more than 50,000 different substances in the environment and 200 billion tons of chemicals used annually in the United States. Dr. Savage explains how everyday items, from the food we eat to the air we breathe, are contaminated with dangerous chemicals. For instance, water is identified as the number one source of toxins. The alarming stats reveal that these substances lead to serious health issues, including cancer, heart disease, and early-onset Alzheimer’s. Dr. Savage stresses that toxins often exist invisibly in our bodies, with symptoms manifesting as severe diseases.
The Power of Measurement: A Call to Test for Toxins
To combat these invisible threats, Dr. Savage emphasizes the necessity of measuring toxins in our body. On average, people now carry 13 toxins above optimum levels compared to just three a decade ago. Testing can help identify specific toxins, guiding effective treatment plans. This helps prevent severe health outcomes by taking action based on individual toxin levels. Dr. Savage offers a comprehensive test at MD Lifespan to assess toxin presence in urine, pinpointing specific substances affecting health.
Plasma Exchange Protocol: A Revolutionary Detox Solution
To combat these invisible threats, Dr. Savage emphasizes the necessity of Plasma exchange offers a novel solution to removing multiple toxins from the body. Dr. Savage describes it as an “oil change” for humans, where plasma is replaced with a clean version, albumin, enabling the body to regenerate non-toxic plasma. This process, repeated several times, effectively reduces toxin levels. Research supports its efficacy in slowing or reversing the progression of diseases like Alzheimer’s. These procedures offer transformative potential for managing or reversing damage by eliminating the buildup of harmful substances.
The Role of Entrepreneurs in Raising Awareness
Dr. Savage calls for entrepreneurs to help spread awareness about the toxin crisis and its health impacts. As key change-makers, they can leverage their platforms to educate and inform larger communities. Highlighting the need for research and advocacy, Dr. Savage invites support for ongoing studies and projects to further validate and improve treatments like plasma exchange. The entrepreneurial community’s engagement is crucial for amplifying this urgent message and initiating change on a larger scale.
A Vision for the Future
Dr. Savage’s vision for the future involves widespread awareness and accessibility of these detox solutions. He envisions a world where this knowledge becomes embedded in traditional medicine, making toxin measurement and reduction an integral part of healthcare. With successful research and public support, he hopes to see these practices adopted universally, alleviating the burden of toxins on current and future generations.
By sharing his story and insights, Dr. Paul Savage sheds light on a critical health issue, urging everyone to acknowledge and address the invisible threat of toxins. His pioneering work not only highlights the dangers but also offers hope and actionable steps towards a healthier future for all.