Detoxification - The Ultimate Body Cleanse
There is universal agreement among natural healers both past and present that detoxifying your body is probably the single most important thing you can do to restore or maintain good health. Detoxification (purification) does to our body what a tune up and an oil change does to our car. If we don't maintain our vehicles they don't run. Our bodies are no different. It is the key to a long life of radiant health.
Most cleansing agents are used over a fairly short period of time and have very unpleasant side effects, usually extreme headaches and nausea. Here at All Is Well, our methods of detoxification are much different. We do it gently over a longer period of time with nothing but beneficial results. There are minimal side effects, and it can be done along with any other therapies, orthodox or holistic. A detoxified system strengthens the immune system and with a good defense our bodies have a better chance at dealing with a host of dis-eases.
Potential benefits of Body Detoxification are:
1. Calms the body, because it is a natural sedative
2. Decreases pain and can eliminate it altogether in many severe cases
3. Can stop hemorrhages, yet builds up the blood
4. Prevents or corrects constipation
5. Boosts immune system (of great benefit while undergoing radical cancer-therapies)
6. Works as a preventive health measure
7. Helps intestinal problems
8. Helps prevent the detrimental effect of aluminum, lead and mercury poisoning
9. Reduces heavy metal deposits in tissue, especially those surrounding the joints. Relieves inflammation and stiffness.
10. Protects against toxins entering the brain.
11. Instills a feeling of overall well being. It leave's you feeling lighter, more energetic, and with a more positive outlook on life.
What is Body Detoxification?
Detoxification is the body's process of eliminating or neutralizing toxins through various organs mainly the liver, lymph and skin. In today's environment, our bodies are being overloaded with unwanted substances. We can't eliminate them as fast as we take them in and these toxic materials embed themselves in our tissues, mostly in fatty deposits. Regularly detoxing the body can keep these toxins to a minimum and help us prevent dis-ease.
There are several methods for detoxing the body. It is best to always do it under the guidance of a qualified health care practitioner. Be aware of health food store clerks or internet sites that advertise products without a Board Certified Naturopathic consultant. It is definitely worth the trip to see a Naturopath in person.
How do you know if you need to Detox your body?
1. Frequent headaches
2. Back or joint pain
3. Arthritis
4. Chronic respiratory problems
5. Abnormal body odor
6. Bad Breath
7. Coated tongue
8. Food sensitivities
9. Poor digestion
10. Brittle nails
11. Skin conditions
12. Intestinal bloating and gas
13. Constipation or diarrhea
14. Weight gain
15. Poor memory
16. Chronic fatigue
17. Insomnia
18. Depression / Anxiety
19. Environmental sensitivities
20. Gum disease
21. Liver or gallbladder pain
22. Hair loss
23. Chronic sinusaitis
24. Sudden onset of seasonal allergies
25.Rashes
and more...
What is a Healing Crisis?
When the body is detoxing it's possible that you might experience some unpleasant symptoms. Depending on the type and length of the detox program the symptoms can be mild to moderate. This is actually called the Herxheimer Reaction named after a German physician who first discovered these symptoms in his patients. The methods we use for detoxing are very gentle, and most of our clients do not experience any symptoms that they can not tolerate.
Whenever our bodies are eliminating toxins or chemicals that have accumulated in our organs, symptoms of illness or toxicity can appear. This also happens when we are fighting infections. Sometimes when we first start a cleanse, we feel much better. Then a few days or a week into it, symptoms will appear without warning. This is the healing crisis.
There is usually a flushing of fluids, with some bloating, increased perspiration and urination, and nasal mucous. Sometimes swollen glands, rashes, diarrhea, intestinal gas, foul odors in urine and stools and mild dizziness may occur. This can seem like you are having a bad reaction to the herbs or supplements you are using for the detox.
It is actually a good thing. It means that the herbs or supplements are doing their job. If the die-off symptoms are intolerable you have a couple of choices. You can cut back on the dosage of supplements for a few days and then start up again when the symptoms subside. Or you can stop taking the supplements altogether, give yourself an enema and wait a week or so to begin again. The worst thing to do is stop taking the supplements altogether. You will have aggravated your system without letting it resolve itself.
It is best to embrace this process and take comfort in knowing that you are on your way to better health and a better quality of life. We offer everything you need to detox.
Check out our Herbal Cleansing Tea, Herbal Cleanse tincture, and "Good To Go" Detox Pack
