Modern diagnostic capabilities have shown us the prevalence of chronic diseases that have been rising globally. Toxin exposure and poor food quality is impacting our health big time.
This has contributed to the loss of human microbial diversity, a phenomenon often referred to as dysbiosis, which is then contributing to the rise in chronic diseases. The human microbiome, particularly the gut microbiota, plays a crucial role in maintaining various physiological processes, including digestion, immune system regulation, and protection against pathogens. [1] When this delicate balance of microorganisms is disrupted, it can lead to a weakened immune response and chronic inflammation, both of which are pivotal in the development of numerous chronic conditions. For instance, dysbiosis has been linked to metabolic disorders such as obesity, asthma, and type 2 diabetes, where altered gut bacteria affect energy balance and insulin sensitivity. [2] Moreover, autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease have been associated with specific changes in microbial composition that trigger abnormal immune responses. [3] The integrity of the intestinal barrier, which prevents harmful substances from entering the bloodstream, is also compromised by reduced microbial diversity, leading to systemic inflammation and increasing the risk of diseases such as cardiovascular disease and chronic liver conditions.
The Rongoa Program is a structural framework that is based on an approach different from the conventional medical system, with the aim of helping anyone overcome any chronic conditions and/or debilitating symptoms they might be suffering from by treating the root cause instead of the symptoms.
One fundamental way of thinking this program exhibits is that major diseases result from toxin exposure and nutrient deficiency.
Granted, there are some rare cases where diseases are caused by mutations in genes, which is why this program consists of genetic testing first and foremost to rule out any genetic disorders, and then offers the necessary support to help manage these mutations depending on their severity.
Following genetic testing, this program starts focusing step by step on the positive rather than the negative, by guiding your exposure to toxins and correcting any occurring nutrient deficiencies for more immediate results, saving you the expensive costs of testing in the process.
If you've faced debilitating chronic health issues, you likely value your health and environment more. The Rongoa Program is designed to help you regain your energy and strength, enabling you to reconnect with your surroundings and savour life's pleasures.
The program includes educational materials that highlight the significant impact humans have on soil, food, water, local farms, rainforests, and indigenous communities, and it offers ways to address these issues for those eager to take action. It's a whole cycle where we pollute our environment which leads to more toxins in our food, and then those toxins end up in our bodies.
Many chronic diseases are linked to environmental neglect and poor food choices, often due to ineffective governance. Being informed empowers you to make better choices for a brighter, healthier future—one that our children can also enjoy. The program also teaches you how to reduce your exposure to toxins from your surroundings while reducing overall pollution to the environment by providing you with alternative and better ways for everyday actions such as laundry, cooking, cleaning, commuting, and choosing clothing, among other things.
Toxins are all around us and avoiding them completely is becoming harder each year. We often find these toxins in the food we eat, especially in plant-based foods. These foods contain not only synthetic chemicals like glyphosate but also endogenous toxins called phytotoxins. Interestingly, many substances we consider beneficial "phytonutrients" are actually phytotoxins that plants use to protect themselves from insects, animals, and fungi.
The 20th and 21st centuries have seen a massive increase in man-made chemicals. These have greatly benefited areas such as agriculture, medicine, manufacturing, and consumer goods. However, they've also led to significant environmental and health issues.
The first step of this program is to start reducing your exposure to toxins in your environment and your diet so that your healing journey will commence.
This next step of the program is nourishing your body through diet, high quality supplements, and sun exposure.
Organ meats, also known as offal, include the liver, kidneys, heart, brain, and other internal organs of animals are a central part of this step in the program. These types of meats are the real superfood since they are nutrient-dense and provide essential vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for overall health. For example, liver is one of the best sources of all Vitamin A, B2, B3, B7, B9, B12, K2 along with minerals such as Copper and Iron.
Historically, organ meats were a staple in many diets around the world due to their nutritional value and the necessity to utilize the entire animal. Today, the consumption of organ meats has declined in many parts of the world, particularly in Western countries, but they still hold a significant place in certain cultures and dietary practices.
In many Western countries, the consumption of organ meats has decreased significantly over the past century. This decline is attributed to changes in dietary preferences, increased availability of muscle meats, and a cultural shift towards viewing organ meats as unpalatable or "undesirable." The rise of industrial agriculture and changes in meat processing practices have also contributed to the reduced availability and popularity of organ meats.
Detoxification is a crucial physiological process that the body uses to remove toxins and harmful substances. These substances can come from external sources such as environmental pollutants, drugs, and chemicals, or they can be byproducts of normal metabolic processes within the body. Effective detoxification is essential for maintaining overall health and preventing disease.
The detoxification process is when the body neutralizes, transforms, and eliminates toxins and harmful substances. This process involves multiple organs and systems working together to ensure that potentially harmful compounds are rendered harmless and removed from the body. The liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, and intestines all play crucial roles in this complex process but it primarily occurs in the liver and can be divided into three main phases:
Phase I Bioactivation (Modification)
In Phase I, enzymes such as cytochrome P450 oxidize, reduce, or hydrolyze toxins, converting them into more reactive and water-soluble forms. This phase introduces or exposes functional groups (-OH, -NH2, -SH) on the toxin molecules.
The scope of any health protocol should be to restore and optimise cellular health. Cellular health matters greatly since it directly affects how your body functions, repairs itself, how well it produces new body tissue, and much more.
Mitochondria, often referred to as the powerhouses of the cell, play a crucial role in energy production, metabolic regulation, and cellular health. These organelles are responsible for generating adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the primary energy currency of the cell, through oxidative phosphorylation. Optimizing mitochondrial function is essential for maintaining overall health, preventing and curing chronic diseases, and improving both physical and mental performance.
The Rongoa Program takes incorporates effective diet, supplements, and therapeutical movement to restore cellular health. These key elements support the activation of certain pathways that promote mitochondrial biogenesis, stimulate mitochondrial adaptations, enhance the process of creating new mitochondria that is regulated by various signalling pathways, including the PGC-1α pathway, and increase mitochondrial efficiency.
Mitophagy is a type of autophagy that is involved in the intricate removal of dysfunctional mitochondria during conditions
Considering how most diseases are linked to a dysbiotic gut microbiome and disrupted metabolism that are brought on by the consumption of certain "plant-based foods," it is rather easy to conclude that cutting out these types of foods from your diet will help put these diseases into remission.
The carnivore diet has gained popularity not only for its weight loss benefits but also for its healing power to restore balance to the human body's biochemistry. It is an animal meat-based diet full of nourishing meat, especially organ meats that contain a superior quality of protein than that of plants. Organ meats are the real superfoods that our forefathers consumed as part of their diet and have the ability to heal our bodies and help us thrive as humans, which is why they are a key element in the Rongoa Program.
Nutritional science is still in its infancy when compared to other scientific fields such as chemistry, biology, and physics, among others. But we are seeing more and more scientific studies and case reports coming out that have explored the impact of low-carbohydrate diets on IBD. These studies have shown some promise in reducing inflammation and improving clinical outcomes.
The body is constantly using nutrients to discard old tissue and build new tissue.
