Pancreatic Detox

The human pancreas performs several functions essential to human health such as producing insulin and secreting digestive enzymes essential for proper metabolism. Alcohol abuse, smoking, environmental toxins and overindulging in sweet and rich foods can all impact pancreatic function, putting us at risk for diseases such as pancreatitis and diabetes. Detoxifying the pancreas and adopting a healthy lifestyle are both necessary to maintain pancreatic health.

Diet

• Support pancreatic detox and health by eliminating refined sugars and rich fatty foods. Add fresh fruits and vegetables, such as brussels sprouts, tomato, cucumber, spinach and asparagus to your diet. Papaya and pineapple will provide your body with the digestive enzymes it needs and take stress off your pancreas.

Exercise

• Because movement is essential to the body, adding exercise to your daily routine will also promote pancreatic detox. Aim for 30 minutes a day of moderate exercise such as walking. Breathing exercises are also beneficial and should be performed at least once a day, preferably upon waking or right before going to sleep.

Staying Hydrated

• Hydration is essential to pancreatic health. To stay hydrated and promote detoxification, drink between 8-10 glasses of flat mineral water a day. This will promote detoxification via the kidneys. Also, limit alcohol and caffeine consumption.

Yoga

• Some yoga postures are excellent for stimulating the pancreas and aiding pancreatic detox. The deep breathing typically involved in yoga help stimulate lymph.

Dry Brushing

• Use a soft brush with natural bristles or a loofah sponge to brush the skin on your entire body. Start at the feet and work your way up using soft circular motions always toward the heart. This will promote circulation of lymph in your body, which in turn promotes detoxification.