Phospholipid Exchange Therapy

Damien Downing

Dr Damien Downing on Phospholipid Exchange

Every membrane is made up of layers of phospholipids -- derived from oils and fats in the diet. This is why some fats are bad for us, especially trans and hydrogenated fats, but is also the site of damage from most environmental toxins. PLX combines two therapeutic agents, phospholipids and glutathione (which could be termed "natural" except that they are given in high dose by injection) to remove toxins and damaged molecules from cell membranes and then from the body. We combine this with correction of nutritional status and targetted nutritional supplementation, including antioxidant therapy, to "remodel" membranes and restore healthy function.

We use PLX as a detox method in a range of problems, but it has shown particular promise in neurodegenerative disorders (from Alzheimer's to multiple sclerosis) and chemical toxicity and sensitivity. It is also a treatment for the hepato-biliary (liver and bile) component of digestion, helping to improve digestive malfunction, particularly when bowel habit is disrupted.