detoxification
Americannoun
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detoxifications
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Biochemistry. the metabolic process by which toxins are changed into less toxic or more readily excretable substances.
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the act of detoxifying.
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the state of being detoxified.
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Etymology
Origin of detoxification
First recorded in 1900–05; detoxi(cate) + -fication
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From scalp detoxification to digital eye strain relief, wellness reporter Deborah Vankin shares her guide to the best specialized massages in Los Angeles from head to toe.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 29, 2026
"The fasting cycles lead to profound metabolic changes, which together act as beneficial detoxification mechanisms and help to combat MASH," says Heikenwälder, summarizing the molecular details.
From Science Daily ● May 7, 2024
But for those who want to take their cleansing a step further, herbs are especially helpful with balancing stress hormones so our bodies can focus on digestion and detoxification.
From Salon ● Jan. 31, 2024
Give the benefits of infrared sauna from the comfort of their own bed with this infrared blanket that boosts circulation and detoxification with light spectrum wavelengths.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 16, 2023
The detoxification is accomplished by one of the enzymes of the liver.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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