Ep. 95 - Detoxification Demystified: Understanding Phase 1 & Phase 2 Detox from a Functional Medicine Perspective with Susan Greeley, RDN

In this episode of the Hybrid Healing Hour Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood topics in health and functional medicine—detoxification. Joining us is registered dietitian Susan Greeley, RDN, who brings her expertise in nutrition science and metabolic health to help break down what detox really means inside the human body.Rather than focusing on trendy juice cleanses or short-term detox programs, Susan explains the biochemistry of the body’s natural detoxification systems, particularly the roles of Phase 1 and Phase 2 detoxification pathways in the liver. Listeners will learn how these complex processes transform toxins, medications, hormones, and environmental chemicals into compounds that the body can safely eliminate.We explore how nutrients, diet, lifestyle, and environmental exposures influence these pathways—and why supporting detoxification isn’t about extreme protocols, but about providing the body with the tools it needs to function optimally.In this episode, we discuss:• What Phase 1 and Phase 2 detoxification actually mean• Why detoxification is primarily a liver-driven biochemical process• How certain foods and nutrients support detox pathways• The role of antioxidants, amino acids, and plant compounds• Environmental toxins and the modern toxic load• Common misconceptions about detox diets and cleanses• How functional medicine approaches detoxification differently• Practical dietary and lifestyle strategies to support the body’s natural detox systemsSusan also shares simple, science-based strategies listeners can use to support their detox pathways through nutrition, helping move the conversation away from gimmicks and toward evidence-informed metabolic support.If you’ve ever wondered how the body truly processes toxins—or how nutrition can support these pathways—this episode offers a clear and practical guide to understanding detoxification through a functional medicine lens.Tune in to learn how to support your body’s built-in detox systems for long-term health and resilience.