Say YES to Spring Cleaning!
Spring is right around the corner and before we know it, summer will be here. Instinctively, when the masses prepare to “spring forward” adding an hour of valued time to their day, many also think of one other thing they must do; “spring cleaning.” Every year thousands of us decide to spend more time cleaning out our closets to make sure the toxic clothes we have worn in the past do not have the opportunity to resurface, however rarely do we think of spring cleaning as an opportune time to detox our system.
When the word “detox” is mentioned today, many people immediately think of radical juice diets that are designed to make you drop a lot of weight in a little time. These diets are often fads, and can be dangerous to your health if they are too extreme. In fact, detoxification is about much more than weight loss. When incorporated into your lifestyle, healthy detoxification can be an effective strategy for overall health and disease management.
Detoxification involves the removal of harmful toxins that build up in your body over time, especially in the liver, kidneys, colon, and lymphatic system. The body does detoxify itself naturally to a certain extent, but in today’s polluted world, it cannot cope on its own with the amount of harmful molecules that it encounters.
The great part about a detoxification regimen is that is can be customized to suit your wants and needs. Treatments are selected individually; depending on how serious you want to be about detoxification, a treatment plan will be devised with your best interests in mind, or you can simply choose for yourself.
Detoxification should not be a one-time procedure that is never repeated; it is a necessary part of a healthy lifestyle. Life changes are required, but they don’t have to feel like a punishment. Americans need to change how they eat, get more exercise and make an effort to protect themselves against the toxic molecules that bombard them from all sides.
Every so often, we need a thorough detoxification program, as it can be essential to maintaining optimal health. Most of us don’t even know when we are being exposed to toxins like dioxins until it is too late, and even when we do know about the exposure it is often impossible to avoid. That is why prevention and reduction are important.
So what can we do to ensure optimal detoxification? When we come clean, nutritional supplements are as important as a healthy diet for their ability to enhance detoxification pathways. Some of the most interesting combinations of nutrients come directly from nature, delivering the kinds of detoxification benefits that complement a healthy lifestyle.
Natural supplements should be used regularly to help detoxify your body and keep it performing optimally. Antioxidants, particularly Vitamins A, C, and E, bioflavonoids and proanthocyanidins will help to protect the body from the free radicals that cause cellular damage by supporting the body and preventing further damage. The most natural vitamin supplements are extracted from whole foods with all parts intact, thereby increasing their protective and preventative effects.
Enzymes are often referred to as the “life force”, as they are responsible for regulating digestion, immune system function, cardiovascular function, and all other metabolic processes within the body. Because different foods need different enzymes to be broken down (proteases for protein, lipase for fat, etc.), you should choose a supplement that provides a wide variety of pure enzymes.
Every successful detoxification regimen should include a method for colon cleansing as well. Instead of taking harsh laxatives as used in many regimens, look for a natural colon-cleansing product consisting of all natural botanical “detoxifiers,” stool eliminators, and nutrients that support the elimination of parasites.
A complete detoxification plan must also address the liver. To ensure an optimal detox, be sure to include a wide variety of organic fruits and vegetables into your diet. Citrus (lemons, limes, and oranges), garlic, broccoli, green tea, seeds & nuts, and food with high levels of Omega-3 oil all help when choosing a detox diet. Some other ingredients found in nature that help with the detoxification process include:
Artichoke Leaf – supports liver function and bile flow.
Turmeric – protects the body from toxic chemicals.
Beet Leaf – betacyanin, gives the beet its red color & is a powerful cell health agent.
Fennel – purifies the blood and defuses xenoestrogens and other chemical toxins.
Aloe Vera – supports colon and gastrointestinal health.
Ginger Root – helps sooth the stomach.
Although our body is designed with its own detoxification systems and shouldn’t need any more help, today’s polluted world makes it so that we need to support our body’s detoxification systems as much as possible.
Spring is a time of renewal and the perfect time to cleanse your body, especially if you haven’t done so in a while. We must do everything we can to ensure our long-term health. The Beljanski Approach to Wellness stresses that we need to Avoid environmental toxins, Restore balance, and Repair homeostasis in order to maintain optimal wellness inside and out. To keep looking and feeling our best, be cognizant to make healthier choices and opt for natural products. This year, “Detox” gives “Spring Cleaning” a whole new meaning!
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