Six Easy Ways to Detox in Our Toxic World
Tuesday, June 22, 2010 by: Paul Fassa
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(NaturalNews) In today's polluted and chemically contaminated world, we
can only control toxins by what we consume or use in the home. But there
is more we can't control externally. Incorporating detox protocols is
actually necessary, not just nice. Fortunately, there are some simple,
inexpensive methods that can be incorporated easily.
First Avoid
All
processed foods, even many from health food stores, should be shunned.
Most produce that's not organic is sprayed with toxic chemicals, some
more than others. Find out which are worst and avoid them. Go organic as
much as possible. All commercial household cleaners contain toxic
materials. Ditto for laundry and dish detergents and most cosmetics.
Dry
cleaning is not so dry when it comes to harsh chemicals. Try the eye
and nose test in dry cleaning establishments or down the household
cleaner and laundry detergent aisles of any grocery store. If you're not
offended by the smell or if your eyes don't smart, you've been around
this stuff too long.
Then Detox
These are a few simple detox protocols that are within reach and can be
incorporated within almost any life style. There are others of course,
but these can be incorporated within most lifestyles.
(1) Super
foods, such as Chlorella, are excellent food based nutritional
supplements that help detox as well. The Health Ranger (source below)
recommends five grams of chlorella daily. Shaking chlorella powder in a
jar of strong unsweetened lime or lemon water creates a mix that
bypasses the unpleasant taste.
(2) Cilantro extracts, juice, pesto, or leaves with chlorella is great for removing heavy metals.
Cilantro alone has been clinically proven to remove mercury.
(3) Fasting for a week or so with lemon water mixed with cayenne has been effective for many.
(4) Lots of fiber in the diet aids bowel elimination. We should have two to three bowel movements daily.
(5)
A tablespoon of activated charcoal powder taken in water on an empty
stomach for one or two weeks is great for removing toxins and even heavy
metals, according to Dr. Al Sears. It's virtually tasteless, just kind
of messy.
(6) Enemas are proven detox methods. There is the
coffee enema (organic unflavored high caffeine), which detoxes the
liver, our most important toxin filter. With the coffee enema one lies
on the right side for 20 minutes before eliminating. Plain water or
herbal solution enemas for the bowel and lower intestines involves lying
on the left side before eliminating. Either of these could be done
weekly or as often as possible.
Replacing What's Been Avoided
There
are many natural alternative products for all of the items to avoid
that are safe and work well. Stay with bulk organic produce, grains, and
legumes as much as possible. Organic hand soaps and shaving creams are
available in health food stores everywhere. Natural soap nuts really do
work for laundry items. Only a few soap nuts at a time need to be used
for several washes; thus, the per load cost is ultimately inexpensive.
You
can save money by using cheap white vinegar for house hold cleaning.
Adding baking soda with vinegar works as a cleanser for sinks and
toilets. That combination can even unclog drains. Use inexpensive baking
soda and hydrogen peroxide for brushing teeth. There are green dry
cleaners that don't use toxic chemicals cropping up. If you can find one
in your area, there's your dry cleaning replacement.
Even with
all the lifestyle changes, unless you're in a pristine isolated area,
free from auto and industrial pollution as well as free from planes
chemtrailing overhead, some detoxing is necessary.
Sources for more information include:
Mike Adams' excellent complete ebook on chlorella and spirulina - FREE!
http://www.chlorellafactor.com/
Mercola promotes chlorella's detox aspects
http://products.mercola.com/chlorella/
Dr. Al Sears on activated charcoal powder for detoxifying
http://www.healthiertalk.com/welcome-reports
Coffee enemas for detoxification
http://www.naturalnews.com/026289_coffee_coffee_enemas_coffee_enema.h...
Health Ranger: Cilantro helps detox heavy metals
http://www.naturalnews.com/027434_cilantro_detox_health.html
FOODS THAT DETOXIFY YOUR BODY NATURALLY
Everyday, human body gets exposed to different toxins, such as food
additives, preservatives, air pollutants and other carcinogens. Besides
this, the body may also discharge the toxins inside, triggered by
anxiety and stress. According to experts, every human-being could carry
more than 90 toxins at one time. Dioxins, PCBs, mercury, lead, and
pollutants are the most dangerous among them. So, it is necessary to
detox the body
to fight against the toxin damage as well as to remain healthy for long
time. Many supplements and techniques are available to detox the body
but foods are the best way as they help the body to get rid of nasty
toxins which have built up over the years without any
side effect. There are a number of
foods that you can eat daily to get a gentle
detox naturally.
Beetroot
Beetroot is an excellent source of folic acid and very low in calories.
Beets are fully loaded with vitamins C, B3, B6 and beta-carotene.
Additionally, it is said to be packed with antioxidants, which help to
fight against certain types of cholesterol. Recently, the vegetable has
been hailed as a superfood because of its many reported health benefits.
It is a valuable source of magnesium, iron, calcium and zinc; all
required to promote optimal
detoxification
and removal. It supports good liver health - an organ that breaks down
and removes toxins. Try to include raw beetroot to salads or drink some
beetroot juice.
Dandelions
Dandelion has cleansing effect on the
gallbladder
and liver. It is considered a powerhouse food fully loaded with
nutrients such as vitamins and minerals, including vitamins D, A, C, and
B, plus silicon, iron, zinc, magnesium and manganese. It decreases
inflammation and can even aid movement to bowels as it helps the gallbladder to produce bile. Additionally, its diuretic property helps to cleanse out toxins and flush out excess fluids from the body.
Garlic
Vital sulphuric compounds present in garlic makes it an essential
detoxifier. Garlic has powerful antiseptic, antiviral and antibiotic
properties. Each clove of garlic is loaded not only with toxin-battling
antioxidants, but also a chemical named allicin. On digestion, allicin
reacts with the blood in the body to produce a product able to killing
off numerous harmful viruses and bacteria that your body may be
harbouring. Garlic is also considered to be effective in
reducing cholesterol, regulating blood pressure and balancing
blood sugar levels.
Broccoli Sprouts
Extremely rich source of antioxidants, broccoli sprouts is a part of the
powerhouse brassica family of vegetables. They are not only rich in
dietary fiber, which supports digestion and therefore excrete out
toxins, but also contain vitamins A, E, C, iron, calcium and beta
carotene in high amount, all of which are important nutrients,
supporting the natural detoxification
process of body. Broccoli release important phytochemicals when they're
chewed, chopped, fermented, digested or cooked, which then break down
into sulphorophanes, D-glucarate and indole-3-carbinol - all of them
have a specific effect on detoxification.
Artichoke
Globe artichokes are fully loaded with fiber and antioxidants and can
also help the body to digest fatty foods. A very tasty food, artichokes
have been shown to raise bile production and cleanse/protect the liver.
If you have been recently overeating in fatty foods and alcohol, then
including some steamed globe artichoke leaves to your meals is a best
way to help obtain your body back on track. Globe artichoke is famous
for its capability to improve and stimulate the functions of liver - the
body's main toxin-fighting tool. Additionally, its mild diuretic effect
on the kidneys makes sure to eliminate toxins properly from the body.
Flaxseed
Only 2 tablespoons of flaxseed is sufficient to provide you more than
100% of your daily requirement of omega 3 fatty acids, which promote a
healthy heart and support healthy cell development. Ground flaxseeds are
an excellent source of fiber which helps to bind and flush out toxins
from the intestinal tract. By ensuring the proper waste
elimination, flaxseeds ensure to detoxify the digestive system.
Lemons
The citrus fruit, lemon stimulates the enzyme release and helps to
convert toxins into a water-soluble form which can be simply excreted
out from the body. One of the best detox vitamins, vitamin C is present
in lemons in high amount. It transforms toxins into the digestible
material. To enhance toxin removal, start to drink a warm glass of lemon
water each morning. Furthermore, lemons are considered to help the
restoration of the acid-alkali balance of the body, keeping your pH
level steady.
Turmeric
The spice turmeric contains the active ingredient curcumin, which
provides yellow color to it. Curcumin’s infection-fighting and
anti-inflammatory properties help to get rid of toxins from the body. In
Ayurvedic Medicine, it is used widely to treat a range of liver and
digestive disorders. The rate of the functioning of detox pathways
depends on genes, lifestyle, age and a good supply of nutrients
concerned in the detox process.
Nettle
An herbaceous perennial flowering plant, nettle is one of the most
detoxifying dietary supplements. They are an excellent source of
antioxidants as well as they have an anti-inflammatory effect soothing
skin
complaints like acne and
eczema. Meanwhile, its diuretic properties help to cleanse the urinary
system by eliminating urea and other waste products from the body and
thereby help to prevent any returning urinary issues. It also aids
digestion.
Apples
Fruits are rich source of minerals, vitamins, antioxidants and fiber and
are also fewer in calories, making them an essential part of a
detox diet.
Apple is full of these wonderful nutrients and contains many beneficial
phytochemicals like flavonoids, D-Glucarate and terpenoids. All of
these are helpful to detoxify the body. Apples are also high in the
soluble fiber, pectin that can help to detox food additives and metals
from your body. Try boosting your intake of fruit; organic apples are
best to eat.
Sea Vegetables
Sea vegetables, often recognized as seaweeds or kelp, has been a staple
part of the Japanese diet from centuries. Seaweeds contain an algin
which absorbs toxins from the digestive tract in the same way as
water softener
eliminates the hardness from tap water. Sea vegetables are full of
powerful antioxidants which help to strengthen the digestive tract and
alkalize the blood. They offer the widest range of minerals of any food,
containing all the minerals found in the human blood.
Mung Beans
Since thousands of years, mung beans are used in the Ayurvedic medicine
to treat variety of diseases. Mung beans are incredibly easy to digest.
It helps the detox system of the body by absorbing the toxic residue
from the sides of the intestinal walls.
Watercress
Similar to other green vegetables, watercress is an excellent detox
food. Its leaves are jammed full of many crucial detoxifying nutrients,
including several B vitamins such as B1, B2, B6, potassium, zinc,
vitamin E and vitamin C. This makes watercress a powerful detox agent,
aiding the digestion and nourishing the skin. Secondly, its diuretic
properties help to flush out toxins and excess fluids from the body. Try
to include a handful of watercress to salads, sandwiches and soups for
getting the benefits of this nutritious food.
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