Understanding Microplastics and Building Resilience
We’re surrounded by microscopic plastics — in our food, water, and even our bodies. Studies have found microplastics in human blood, lungs, and brain tissue, raising new concerns about their impact on health. While we can’t control every environmental factor, we can control how we care for our bodies and build resilience through daily choices.
The Modern Toxic Load: More Than Just Plastics
Microplastics are only one piece of the puzzle. Every day, we’re exposed to pollutants, processed foods, chronic stress, and sedentary routines — all of which can strain the body’s natural defenses. Over time, these factors contribute to inflammation, hormone disruption, and slower metabolism.
Processed foods and inactivity can limit circulation and the body’s ability to clear toxins, while poor sleep and mental fatigue add to the burden. Understanding how your body responds to these stressors is key. With real data on your health and fitness, you can take targeted steps to strengthen resilience and support long-term wellness in today’s demanding environment.
At DexaFit West Houston, Dr. Gregory Burzynski takes a proactive, data-driven approach to wellness, using advanced testing to assess metabolism, body composition, and cardiovascular health. His expertise in preventive and performance medicine helps guide personalized fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies that strengthen the body’s ability to process toxins, maintain balance, and adapt to stress.
Building Resilience from the Inside Out
You don’t have to overhaul your lifestyle overnight to protect yourself from environmental toxins. Real progress starts with understanding how your body performs — and using that knowledge to make smarter choices. At DexaFit West Houston, resilience means giving your body the tools it needs to recover, adapt, and thrive in a demanding world.
Here’s what that looks like in practice:
Optimize your metabolism
A healthy metabolism goes far beyond calorie burn — it supports energy balance, hormone health, and cellular repair. DexaFit West Houston’s metabolic testing shows exactly how your body uses fuel, helping you fine-tune your nutrition and exercise plan for sustainable energy and performance.
Understand your body composition
Weight alone doesn’t tell the whole story. A detailed DEXA scan reveals your lean muscle, fat mass, and bone density, giving you a complete picture of your health. Building and maintaining muscle supports detoxification, blood sugar balance, and long-term strength — all key to a resilient body.
Prioritize cardiovascular health
Your heart and lungs play a vital role in how your body handles stress and recovers from it. Our VO₂ max testing measures how efficiently your body uses oxygen, guiding you toward workouts that strengthen endurance, boost circulation, and protect brain and heart health.
By tracking what’s happening inside your body, you gain the insight to train smarter, recover better, and build lasting resilience — no matter what the environment throws your way.
The Mind-Body Connection
Microplastics in the brain might sound alarming, but they highlight a deeper truth: the mind and body are inseparable. Inflammation, poor sleep, nutrient deficiencies, and chronic stress all impact brain function just as much as physical health.
A proactive lifestyle isn’t just about muscles or metabolism — it’s about clarity, focus, and longevity.
That’s why combining fitness with proper nutrition, mindfulness, and recovery practices can make such a powerful difference. By supporting your physical health, you’re also protecting your cognitive performance and emotional well-being.
Taking Back Control
You can’t remove every microplastic particle from the air or every toxin from your environment. But you can strengthen your body’s natural systems to handle them more effectively.
Start by asking yourself:
Do I really know what my current body composition looks like?
Am I fueling my metabolism the right way for my goals?
How strong is my cardiovascular fitness today — not last year?
If you’re unsure, that’s where we come in. At DexaFit West Houston, we provide real, science-backed insights into your body’s health — so you can take targeted action instead of relying on trends or trial and error.
Your body has an incredible ability to adapt, recover, and thrive — but only when you give it the right support.
Ready to See Where You Stand?
Whether you’re just beginning your wellness journey or looking to take your performance to the next level, DexaFit West Houston can help you track what truly matters. By combining advanced testing, personalized insights, and expert guidance from Dr. Gregory Burzynski and his team, you’ll gain a clear understanding of your body’s metabolism, composition, and cardiovascular health. With this knowledge, you can make smarter, more targeted choices in fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle — building resilience, improving performance, and supporting long-term wellness.
