Detoxification & Metabolic Reset

Quick Intro

VEI Clinic Apgujeong provides evidence-based detoxification care—not fad cleanses. We focus on your body’s natural detox systems (liver, kidneys, gut, skin) with safe, doctor-guided steps: targeted labs, medication review, hydration and nutrition strategies, sleep/stress support, and (when indicated) medical treatments.

What “Detox” Means Here (Our Approach)

A doctor-led metabolic tune-up, not extreme fasting or unproven protocols.

Core pillars we use (personalized):

• Conventional checkup: history, meds/supplements, alcohol/nicotine, occupational/exposure review
• Targeted labs (as needed): CBC, CMP (AST/ALT, GGT, bilirubin, creatinine/eGFR), fasting glucose/A1C, lipids, ferritin/iron, vitamin D/B12/folate, thyroid panel if indicated; hepatitis screening or heavy-metal testing only when history supports it
• Nutrition plan: adequate protein, high-fiber (25–35 g/day), fluids, cruciferous & allium vegetables, polyphenol-rich foods, fewer ultra-processed foods and added sugars, smart caffeine/alcohol limits
• Gut support: stool/bowel routine, gentle elimination/re-challenge if triggers are suspected; probiotics only when useful
• Lifestyle anchors: sleep regularity, daily movement/sweat, brief breathwork for stress
• Medical treatments (case-by-case): rehydration and vitamin repletion when clinically indicated; chelation or specific antidotes only for confirmed toxic exposures (not routine)

When This Service May Help

• Post-holiday/metabolic reset: bloating, low energy, irregular sleep
• Medication/supplement checkup: poly-supplement use, herb–drug interactions
• Mild liver enzyme elevations or fatty liver discussions (with proper monitoring)
• Shift work/jet-lag routines affecting appetite and cravings
• After illness/antibiotics: gentle return to baseline (non-acute)

What We Don’t Do

• No “juice-only” cleanses, colonics, or unsafe rapid detox plans
• No blanket heavy-metal testing without exposure risk
• No promises to “flush toxins” or cure chronic disease

Who Should Use Hospital-Level Care Instead (Urgent)

• Alcohol or drug withdrawal risk, suicidal thoughts, severe confusion
• High fever with dehydration, uncontrolled vomiting, chest pain, stroke symptoms
• Known acute poisoning/exposure → ER management with antidotes/monitoring

How to Prepare (Simple Checklist)

• Bring a medication & supplement list (doses/frequency)
• Note alcohol, nicotine, caffeine intake; any exposure risks (work/travel/hobbies)
• Bring recent labs if available
• Eat normally before blood tests unless we specify fasting

Visit Flow (What to Expect)

• Brief consult → goals, exposures, habits, sleep/stress snapshot
• Targeted labs → only what’s relevant to your case
• Plan build → 4–8-week Detox & Metabolic Reset (nutrition, hydration, movement, sleep)
• Optional supports → repletion (oral preferred; IV only when medically indicated)
• Follow-up at 4–8 weeks → review labs/symptoms, adjust plan

Sample 4-Week Starter Plan (Doctor Adjusts to You)

• Hydration: ~30–35 mL/kg/day water equivalents; limit alcohol (0–7 drinks/week, lower if liver enzymes are elevated)
• Fiber: 25–35 g/day via legumes, oats, vegetables, chia/flax
• Produce focus: daily cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, bok choy), onions/garlic, berries/citrus
• Protein: 1.0–1.2 g/kg/day (adjust for kidney function/goals)
• Movement: brisk walking 30–45 min/day + 2 strength sessions/week (sweat is a bonus, not the goal)
• Sleep anchors: consistent wake/bed times; cut caffeine after 14:00; 10-minute evening wind-down
• Supplements (case-by-case only): vitamin D, B12/folate, magnesium glycinate, omega-3—only if indicated

Aftercare & Monitoring (Checklist)

• Re-check AST/ALT, GGT, and metabolic markers as advised
• Watch for new jaundice, dark urine, severe fatigue, right upper abdominal (RUQ) pain → contact us
• Keep a 2-minute daily log: sleep, steps, alcohol, servings of vegetables/fiber; bring it to your follow-up

Pricing & Insurance Notes

• Fees vary by visit length and labs; therapies are tailored (no bundle upselling)
• Most visitors pay upfront; many insurers reimburse with documentation
• Ask for an itemized English receipt (diagnosis/procedure codes when applicable)

Safety Note (Not an Emergency Service)

If you have chest pain, severe shortness of breath, heavy bleeding, confusion, stroke symptoms, or very high fever with dehydration, call 119 or go to an ER.

What to Bring

• Medication/supplement list, any prior labs
• Payment method (card/cash); insurer details if you’ll file a claim