Full Body Cleanse & Detox

Cleaning and detoxifying the body on a regular basis is a great way to improve overall health. Detoxification internally cleans the body by removing, toxins, impurities, harmful substances and chemical. These materials enter our bodies from breathing polluted air, drinking tainted water or eating non-organic foods. While our bodies are self-cleaning and have organs such as the liver and kidneys which filter out toxic matter, if our bodies are not functioning at top efficiently, these organs cannot do their jobs. By doing a full body cleanse and detox, we aid the body in carrying out its functions.

Types

• There are many types of detoxification. Fasting is a popular method with many people. Drinking many fluids throughout the day also helps to flush away toxins. There are herbal supplements that clean the colon, liver and kidneys, three organs that are of paramount important in keeping the entire body clean. Colon hydrotherapy is another option to clean the colon. Exercise is recommended for many reasons, one of which is its detoxifying abilities. Even something as simple as deep breathing exercises can help to detoxify the body. Organic foods, while more expensive, give people important nutrients without pesticides and preservatives. Losing weight is also a good idea, because toxins are stored in fatty deposits.

Functions - Food and Water for Cleaning the Body

• With fasting, no food is eaten for one day to one month. Shorter fasts can be done from home. During a fast, only healthy liquids are taken, such as water, fruit juices or herbal teas. Even when not fasting, a person should drink lots of water every day. Water is not only necessary for optimum health, but it flushes away debris and keeps a person hydrated. Organic foods are more readily available these days as more people try to eat healthier. These foods have fewer preservatives, pesticides, food dyes and other made-made materials.

Function- The Detoxifying Organs

• The kidneys, liver and colon all help to clean the body. The kidneys clean the blood, and the herb uva ursi is good for cleaning the kidneys. The liver detoxifies the body by removing harmful substances. Milk thistle is a herb that cleans the liver. There are many colon cleansers on the market which contain a variety of herbs designed to relieve constipation, impacted feces and other debris in the colon. A more radical approach to cleaning the colon is using colon hydrotherapy in which up to 20 gallons of water are used to clean out the large intestines using a device that is inserted into the rectum and connected to a tube.

Function -- Exercise and Weight Loss

• Aerobic exercise detoxifies the body by increasing blood circulation, which brings more oxygen to the body to help with its various processes. During cardio exercising, the circulation of the lymph fluids also increases. The lymphatic system removes toxins from the tissue and organs. Deep breathing during exercise also helps to bring more oxygen into the body while removing carbon dioxide. As we exhale, we release carbon dioxide, which is a by-product of the body's processes. Doing deep breathing exercises during the day, such as when on the computer or watching television, is another way to clean out the body. Losing a lot of fat is an excellent way to remove a lot of toxic substances in the body. If the food we eat is not used for energy, it is stored as fat, and this is where harmful substances thrive. A healthy weight loss program will clean and detoxify the body.

Warnings

• While most methods of detoxification are sale, there are some possible dangers. While fasts are safe for many people, some people have medical conditions that prevent them from not eating food. Check with your doctor to make certain that a short fast would not prove harmful or exacerbate a condition. Fasting, if done for too long, can cause vitamin and mineral deficiencies. For a one-month fast, medical supervision at a clinic is necessary. Colon hydrotherapy also poses problems if not done by a trained colon therapist. If the device inserted into the rectum is not done properly, there could be a rupture of the rectum and internal bleeding. Other possible dangers are dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. Some herbal remedies, if taken in very high doses for a long period, can also cause various side effects, including toxicity.

Misconceptions

• Some people think that any detox program is a good thing, but the truth is that too much of anything can cause problems. Use moderation with any detox method you use. The body is self-healing, but it also needs to rest, and too many colon hydrotherapy sessions, or too many fasts in a particular period of time, can take a toll on the body. Too much cleaning by artificial methods can interfere with the natural rhythms of the body's functions.