Living a Detox Lifestyle
Detoxification
FOR PHYSICAL AND SPIRITUAL HEALTH
Detoxification is the most exciting tool in natural medicine for its simplicity, low cost and superior therapeutic results. It's actually easy to do and you'll feel results almost immediately.
Our bodies detox continuously as a natural function. It's only when our detox mechanisms become overloaded that the process becomes less efficient and symptoms may occur. Toxins may be internal or external in origin. Pollution or pesticides in our food source put undue stress on our detox organs - the kidneys and the liver. Improper digestion and imbalanced gut ecology provide internal forms of toxins stemming from certain bacteria which have toxic side effects and therefore negatively impact overall health by compromising detox pathways.
It has also been suggested that toxic overload contributes to more serious conditions such as autoimmune diseases, inflammatory/rheumatoid arthritis and neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
Symptoms which may be relieved by following a detox program include:
Digestive problems Bad breath Fatigue
Irritability General malaise Constipation
Headaches Itchy skin Skin rashes
Joint pain Weight loss resistance Poor concentration
A carefully planned detox program can offer you:
Anti-aging effects Clearer skin and eyes
Increased productivity Greater motivation and creativity
Weight loss Reduction of allergic symptoms
Mental Detoxification:
The cleansing of our mind of negative thought patterns is essential to health and physical detoxification and can aid in the process. Emotionally, detox helps us uncover and express hidden frustrations, anger, resentments and fear and replace them with forgiveness, love, joy, and hope.
There are many detox programs available from very simple (all veggies and water) to more complex (protein shakes, supplements, etc.). Ask your chiropractor or functional medicine doctor for the right program for you. Any effort made will provide benefit (even intermittent fasting gives your body a break!) Ultimately, the best protocol is THE ONE THAT YOU'LL DO!
Living a Detox Lifestyle Detoxification is a continuous process that your body depends on for survival. There are complex cellular detoxification mechanisms that are constantly at work for you all day, every day. Natural and synthetic chemicals are processed by this complex system of cells, organs, and body systems to keep you healthy!
The following suggestions will help you keep your body's toxic burden low and your detox mechanisms working for the long haul...
PLASTICS
You should never heat food in plastic - it releases harmful chemicals. Use glass or ceramic instead.
SKIN BRUSHING
Use a dry, natural fiber brush or loofah to massage your entire body before you shower or bathe. Start at the toes and gently scrub, using circular motions or short strokes, working toward your heart.
CLEAN WATER
Public tap water is often contaminated. Drink and cook with only pure filtered water and consider adding a filter to your shower.
MICROWAVE OVENS
Although the convenience of microwaves is indisputable, this method of heating can disrupt chemical linkages in otherwise healthy foods and decrease the nutritional value. Heat on a stovetop or in the oven whenever possible and use a stainless steel or cast iron pan. Avoid Teflon and synthetic non-stick coatings.
EXERCISE
One of the best ways to increase your metabolic activity is to simply use your body. Daily exercise has innumerable benefits including building lean muscle mass which helps you burn more calories at rest. Consider jumping on a rebounder (mini-tramp) for 3-5 minutes a day to give a boost to your health and vitality. Sweating also releases toxins.
