In the last 50 years our environment has become increasingly more polluted as thousands of toxic chemicals have been introduced. Unfortunately, no matter how careful we are or where we live, we all have some level of exposure. Add to this the use of alcohol, prescription, non-prescription and illicit drugs, tobacco, a diet that is high in processed, nutrient-depleted, hormone-laden foods and sugar and it is no wonder that our human toxic burden is greater than ever before.
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Detoxification is the process of removing toxins from the body. The primary organs responsible for detoxifying our body are the liver, kidneys and bowels. The liver plays a major role in removing toxic substances from our bodies by metabolizing and converting toxins into water-soluble molecules that can be excreted from the body in stool and urine. The skin also plays a role in detoxifying our bodies by excreting toxins through sweat.
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Unfortunately, in today’s toxic world, our liver, kidneys, bowels and skin are finding it difficult to keep up with our toxic loads. Our liver becomes sluggish and many people are faced with irregular bowel movements, as well as, skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
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There are MANY positive health benefits to doing a detox including:
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- Clearing out your toxins
- Improving digestion
- Regular bowel movements
- Clearer skin
- Increased energy
- Strengthening your immune system
- Helping you fight junk food addiction
- Improving the quality of your sleep
- Improving mental concentration
- Weight loss
- Balanced hormones
- Getting you ready for pregnancy as it can help decrease infertility & prep your body to make a healthy baby
- Improved libido
- Fewer aches and pains such as arthritis
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As you can see there are many reasons why doing a detox can and will benefit you. There are also many different types of detox programs including diet, herbs, detox shakes, homeopathic drainage remedies, infra-red saunas, etc. Unfortunately, not all the detox programs out there are right for every person. Talk to your holistic provider or contact me to find out which detox program is right for you.
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