Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Detox Basics

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What is a Detox?

Detox, short for detoxification, is a natural, ongoing, bodily process to rid itself of harmful toxins. Since the beginning of time the body has performed this function on its own, effectively eliminating chemicals harmful to its well being. But in today’s America we are being increasingly bombarded by toxins that are absorbed into our bodies through the air we breathe, the food we eat, the water we drink and the things we touch.
Toxins come in many shapes and sizes, but some of the more common toxic sources are: chemicals, including pesticides and household cleaners; food additives; drugs; pollution and cigarette smoke.

Why Detox?

The overwhelming amounts of toxins that are absorbed into our systems today make it virtually impossible for the body to eliminate them all on its own. Thus the toxins begin to accumulate. This build up is thought to cause fatigue, headaches, nutritional deficiency, digestive problems, and inefficient metabolism among other associated health issues. It has even been suggested that many of our chronic minor health issues such as bad breath, constipation, depression and anxiety could have a direct link to an overload of toxins.

Ways to help rid ourselves of this toxicity and help our bodies to function more efficiently are now encouraged through natural detoxification programs. Detoxing our bodies can leave us feeling healthier, more energetic and often help us to lose weight too.

What Detox is right for you?

There are many ways of detoxing the body that vary both in intensity, and longevity. Some incorporate the use of supplements, while others involve simple changes in diet and exercise. The detox program that you choose for you should take into consideration your current physical and mental health, age; not to mention your unique lifestyle, to ensure you reap maximum benefits from your new ritual.

Basic Detoxing Tips

The most basic of detox tips are simple adjustments to diet that avoid toxins and encourage consumption of toxin ridding foods and beverages. Easy to follow suggestions include: increasing your daily water consumption, eating a diet rich in vegetables and fruits (preferably organic) and avoiding red meat, dairy, fried foods, processed foods, salt, caffeine and cigarettes.

*It is important to remember that detoxing is not recommended for severely overweight individuals, and those that are pregnant or nursing.

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