What is a Detoxification?

Detoxification is the body’s natural, ongoing process of neutralizing or eliminating toxins from the body. This is done by removing impurities from the blood in the liver, intestines, kidneys, lungs, skin, blood and lymphatic systems which work together to ensure that toxins are properly processed for elimination.

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Detoxing can assist the body’s natural cleaning process by:

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• Resting the organs through fasting.
• Improving circulation of the blood.
• Refueling the body with healthy nutrients.
• Purging toxins through the intestines, kidneys and skin.
• Encouraging the liver to remove toxins from the body.
• Refueling the body with healthy nutrients.

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Anyone considering a detox diet should consult a qualified health professional and/or their medical doctor first. Pregnant or nursing women or children shouldn’t go on a detox diet. People with certain health conditions such as liver or kidney disease should detox under the supervision of their primary care provider. It is not intended for alcohol or drug detoxification.
While the human body eliminates everyday toxins from the body, too many of us overload our systems with a level of toxins that our bodies simply can’t keep up with. Many of the chemicals we ingest daily through water, food, and air can become stored in our bodies fat cells. Toxins include household cleaners, detergents, pesticides, antibiotics and hormones in food, chemicals from food packaging, and food additives. Poor dieting and lack of exercise does contribute to the way our bodies eliminates waste.

Exercise

While exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help maintain weight loss. Engaging in physical activity, keeps your blood flowing smoothly, which decreases your risk of cardiovascular diseases. The body is engineered to heal itself to get rid of toxins and to keep the body running as efficiently as possible. With exercise you clean all of your internal organs at the same time. Exercise accelerates the detoxification process. As you exercise, the blood circulates throughout the body, bringing nutrients to all the organs and muscles. In fact, regular physical activity can help you prevent or manage a wide range of health problems and concerns, including stroke, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, depression, certain types of cancer, arthritis and falls.

Vitamin C

Take vitamin C, which helps the body produce glutathione, a liver compound that drives away toxins.

Grapefruit

This fiber-rich sweet and tangy fruit helps lower cholesterol, prevent kidney stones, and aids the digestive system.

Cauliflower

This antioxidant rich cruciferous veggie aids your body’s natural detoxification system and reduces inflammation.

Cucumbers

Nutrient dense cucumbers, which are 95% water, help flush out toxins and alkalize the body.

Fiber

Eat plenty of fiber, including brown rice and organically-grown fresh fruits and vegetables. Beets, radishes, artichokes, cabbage, broccoli, spirulina, chlorella, and seaweed are excellent detoxifying foods.

Broccoli

A strong detoxifier, broccoli neutralizes and eliminates toxins while also delivering a healthy dose of vitamins.

Sunflower Seeds

High in selenium and Vitamin E, sunflower seeds aid the liver’s ability to detox a wide range of potentially harmful molecules. In addition, they help prevent cholesterol build up in the blood and arteries.

Hemp Seeds

These tiny nutritional powerhouses are an excellent source of omega 3 & 6 fatty acids, are an easily digestible plant based protein, have a strong anti-inflammatory effect, and also aid in elimination.

Turnip Greens

A potent detoxifier, this cruciferous veggie also has been found to help prevent many types of cancer and is a great for reducing inflammation.

 

More Ways To Detox:

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• Cleanse and protect the liver by taking herbs such as dandelion root, burdock and milk thistle, and drinking green tea.
• Take vitamin C, which helps the body produce glutathione, a liver compound that drives away toxins.
• Drink at least two quarts of water daily.
• Sweat in a sauna so your body can eliminate wastes through perspiration.
• Replace a meal each day with a detoxifying smoothie
• Perform a full body cleanse every month to get rid of any toxins that have built up
• Turn to organic foods when possible
• Replace the morning coffee with green tea
• Cut out simple carbohydrates, white sugar and flour, and any fried foods.
• Turn to home remedies for illness rather than antibiotics

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