According to detox expert Jaison Greene, of the Detox Authority website, detox is the process by which your body naturally eliminates harmful wastes and toxins via the lungs, liver, kidneys, lymphatic system and colon. There are many plans and programs designed to detoxify the body, says Brad Crump, D.C., of Red Mountain Resort & Spa in Ivins, Utah. Ultimately, there is one goal in mind, and that is to remove foreign and potentially harmful substances from the body.
Prepare to Detox
Step 1
Determine eligibility. Crump believes anyone is a candidate for a good nutritionally based detoxification program. Keith Mirante, D.C., of Coastal Chiropractic & Wellness in Madison, Conn., agrees that cleansing is safe for everyone as long as it is supervised by a doctor. Greene, however, cautions those who are under the age of 18, over the age of 69, pregnant, breastfeeding, sick or recovering from an acute illness avoid detoxification.
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Step 2
Set a time period. Choose a quiet period from one week to one month (no weddings, parties, big projects). Two weeks is ideal, recommends wellness coach Michelle Pfennighaus, of Boston, Mass. Set the start and end dates of the detox, and inform friends and family to not tempt you with outings and events that may distract from the detoxification process.
Step 3
Remove unwholesome foods from the home. Iva Keene, internationally recognized naturopath, recommends limiting intake to easily digestible foods rich in nutrients that support detoxification. Switching to whole foods frees up energy which can be used for cleaning and cell repair. Digestion of a regular meal requires a lot of energy because the body is bombarded with additives, preservatives and chemicals.
Eliminate all foods that have high inflammatory or allergenic potential, says Crump, such as dairy, soy, gluten and grains (wheat, rye, barley), refined foods (white sugar, white flour), all types of meat, fish, eggs, nuts, and seeds, starchy vegetables (potatoes, corn), and all fruit except lemons and grapefruits.
Eliminate all foods that have high inflammatory or allergenic potential, says Crump, such as dairy, soy, gluten and grains (wheat, rye, barley), refined foods (white sugar, white flour), all types of meat, fish, eggs, nuts, and seeds, starchy vegetables (potatoes, corn), and all fruit except lemons and grapefruits.
The Detox Process
Step 1
Eat real, clean whole foods. Whole foods contain vital nutrients for optimal liver function. Allowed foods include all vegetables (except potatoes and starches), organic lemons and grapefruit, filtered water, herbal teas (dandelion, peppermint, chamomile, St. Mary's thistle, nettle, lavender, lemon balm), olive oil, herbs and spices, sea algae and sea weed, suggests Keene.
Step 2
Drink appropriate fluids, especially water. Not only is water good for the cleansing process, says Keene, but it helps overcome food cravings. Have a glass of water, and the craving will pass.
Avoid caffeine. Caffeine is a diuretic, leads to dehydration and prevents the body from absorbing vitamins and minerals, says Greene. Avoid coffee, soda (even diet), and energy drinks. Herbal teas are permitted.
Do not consume alcohol. Alcohol damages the liver, muscles, and brain and depletes the body of essential vitamins and minerals, warns Greene.
Avoid caffeine. Caffeine is a diuretic, leads to dehydration and prevents the body from absorbing vitamins and minerals, says Greene. Avoid coffee, soda (even diet), and energy drinks. Herbal teas are permitted.
Do not consume alcohol. Alcohol damages the liver, muscles, and brain and depletes the body of essential vitamins and minerals, warns Greene.
Step 3
Be active. Start or maintain a moderate exercise program, such as walking. Greene suggests reducing intensive gym routines for at least the first week of detox. The body is working harder than normal to eliminate toxins, and muscle building exercises may overburden it.
Step 4
Consider introducing additional detox techniques. Keene prescribes daily baths with Epsom salts to draw impurities from the skin. One full body massage or lymphatic draining massage is highly recommended. Three colonics in three consecutive days in the middle of the detox will clear impurities from the colon.
Step 5
Brace for unpleasant side effects. The body and mind detox together. A few days after beginning the detox, expect to feel tired, lethargic, headachy, and emotional, warns Pfennighaus. Manage these temporary side effects with plenty of water and herbal tea, relaxation and frequent naps.
Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/96186-start-detox/#ixzz2Hl7LSrQT
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