Toxins are ubiquitous in our environment. We encounter them whenever we venture outside but can also be exposed to them in our homes.

They play a significant role in bringing about mitochondrial dysfunction, resulting in the lowering of one’s energy levels.

We each have a load of sorts that we have accumulated over the years of living on planet earth.

Heavy metals, mould, chemicals and electromagnetic pollution are commonplace and each play a large role in chronic fatigue for most sufferers.

Some of us are better detoxifiers, courtesy of our genes, while some of us are not.

Reducing exposure and improving our capacity to expel these energy robbing toxins is how we can prime our mitochondria to function at their best and help regain one’s energy.

Doing so is achievable, although takes time, skill and diligence.

This is how I ultimately recovered my health and overcame chronic fatigue syndrome.

Whether it is the major cause of your symptoms or not, actively detoxifying is fundamental in this day and age and needs to be an ongoing part of our lives.

Detoxification strategies

Detoxification doesn’t have to be extreme or complicated.

Start with basics: drink clean water, eat antioxidant-rich foods, and move regularly to support detox through sweat.

Daily bowel movements help eliminate toxins and keep your detox pathways flowing.

Support your liver with nutrients like glutathione, B vitamins, and milk thistle for better toxin clearance.

These habits can significantly improve how your body processes and removes harmful substances.

Equally important is reducing the toxic load coming in—this means switching to low-tox personal care and cleaning products, using air purifiers, and being mindful of mould-prone environments. Small, consistent actions compound over time.

By actively supporting your detox pathways and minimising ongoing exposures, you give your mitochondria—and by extension, your energy—the space to thrive.

Healing from chronic fatigue often requires a multi-layered approach, and detoxification remains one of the key pillars in rebuilding a strong, resilient foundation of health.

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