If you're struggling with weight gain, eczema, psoriasis, arthritis, autoimmune conditions, frequent colds, low energy, belly bloat, high blood sugar, dark spots on the skin, fatigue, or acne you might need a Detox cleanse to reboot your body.
Detoxification is more important today than ever before.
Since WWII, over 75,000 synthetic chemicals have been introduced into the environment. These chemicals are everywhere, in the soil, in our tap water, in the food we eat and the air we breathe.
It's impossible to escape them entirely. Research on thousands of people has shown that each and every person is carrying a minimum of hundreds if not thousands of chemicals in his/her body.
Prescription medications are perhaps the most dangerous problem facing our generation. Often people above the age of 40 could be taking up to 5 drugs at a time, which have unknown interactions with each other. It's common for a person to go to the doctor with one specific problem and to leave the office with a prescription for 3 different ailments.
In the mistaken belief that these medications will "heal" their condition, patients unknowingly flood their bodies with chemicals that over time will take a major toll on their bodies, its like putting a band aid on a gunshot wound. Western medicine doesn't claim to cure chronic conditions like diabetes, kidney disease, and high blood pressure, they claim there is no cure, they only prescribe medications to control the symptoms.
The toxic chemicals in these medications flood the kidneys and liver. Eventually, these organs will become overwhelmed by the non-stop onslaught, and they will no longer be able to eliminate or store the toxins. At that point, the toxins are returned to the bloodstream and begin to circulate throughout the body, causing disease and inflammation wherever they land.
Compounded with bad diet, lack of exercise, and stress, our kidneys and liver, the organs responsible for detoxification cannot possibly handle eliminating all of these chemicals.
Without Detoxifying first, losing weight can be dangerous
Foods to avoid while on the detox
Processed foods are a significant source of chemical exposure. For example sodas contain benzene levels 8X higher than the allowable level of drinking water.
Coal power plants spew out loads of mercury into the environment affecting fish and wildlife to the point that
FISH ARE ONE OF THE MOST TOXIC FOODS TO EAT.
Pesticide runoff has contaminated our oceans, rivers and lakes which further affects aquatic wildlife.
For this reason its important to avoid fish while on the detox (and in general).
Avoid processed modern wheat products. Potassium Bromate and azodicarbonamide bleaching agents and dough conditioners commonly used in commercial flour and baked goods, are both carcinogenic, meaning that they cause cancer.
For this reason, at Joseph's Organic Bakery we use only the highest quality ancient grains that we grind ourselves daily, with no additives. Our breads are truly pure.
To learn more about our ancient grain breads click here.
Cows and chickens are pumped full of anti-biotics, vaccines, hormones. Every time we eat non organic meat and dairy we expose ourselves to dangerous anti-biotic resistant bacteria and synthetic hormones.
Avoid chicken and meat while on the detox as they put strain on the digestive system and are acid forming.
GMO corn and soy have completely taken over the market, over 90% of these food staples are Genetically modified.
Research has shown that these food cause major tumors in rats. Avoid soy and corn while on the detox
These are just a few examples of toxic chemicals we are exposed to on a daily basis.
Detoxifying the body at least every few months has become a necessity in this modern world.
A few years ago when I was experiencing severe acid reflux I followed this detox- i did it for a few weeks, due to the severity of the reflux. But even a week of following this plan can bring results. By the time the detox was over, my reflux was gone and I had lost 10 pounds.
The Seven Day Detox
Obviously, limit exposure as much as possible to prescription meds. Get off of all processed foods, meat chicken fish and dairy, for the duration of the detox.
1) Increase your water intake -
(pure spring water)
2) Kidney and Liver Cleanse-
The kidneys remove waste, control the body's fluid balance, and regulate the balance of electrolytes.
If the kidneys are not able to remove toxins and waste from the body, then these toxins will circulate and/or accumulate in the body resulting in an acidic environment which can lead to chronic fatigue, digestive illness, migraines, obesity and more serious health problems such as organ failure, kidney stones, and even cancer.
The benefits of periodic kidney and liver cleanses are endless: here are a few:
1) Cleansing your kidney improves your ability to process certain foods, reducing allergies
2) Enhances nutrient absorption and improves metabolism
3) Prevents Fatigue
4) Strengthens the immune system - Flushing out waste and toxins prevents potential infections and strengthens immunity
5) cleansing the kidneys reduces the risk of kidney stones and bladder problems
For the safest, all natural, herb based, kidney cleanse formula, try the 2 week Kidney Rejuvenate Cleanse pictured below.
Based on Traditional Japanese Kampo medicine this formula is a time proven way to cleanse and support the kidneys.
3) Green Juices -
Juice fresh green juices daily aim for 16 oz twice a day. Greens contain chlorophyll which assists in detoxification (buy only organic produce for juicing)
4) BREAD FAST - (1-2 WEEKS)
A bread fast is basically where you don't eat carbs, starches, processed foods or animal products except for proper bread (with a few exceptions). The bread should be ancient grain, pure- I would opt for Kamut Bread from our bakery due to its purity and the high levels of nutrients in every loaf. click the link below to learn more.
KAMUT SUPERFOOD BREAD from Joseph's Organic Bakery
Most commercial breads are full of toxic chemicals, so i would avoid them. I ate 2 slices of kamut bread for breakfast (at around 10am) and 2 slices for lunch.
You can drizzle it with olive oil and salt, and eat a small salad with the bread for lunch. For dinner, a salad or homemade vegetable soup.
Aim to stay on the bread fast for 1-2 weeks.
The bread will clear out toxins from your digestive tract and reboot your entire gut, allowing probiotics (the good bacteria) to flourish.
5) Intermittent fasting-
close the kitchen at 7-8 pm maximum. Nighttime eating prevents detoxification. You can drink.
6) DETOX TEA PACK-
There are herbs which aid in detoxification of the digestive system and liver.
The Cistus Tea and Longjing Tea combo in this tea pack is amazing for detoxification. The two work together to detox, reboot the digestive tract, thyroid, and flush out toxins from the liver.
BENEFITS OF OUR REJUVENATING TEA PACK:
- Supports Healthy Blood Sugar Levels*
- Supports Healthy Weight Loss*
- Supports the Thyroid*
- Supports a Healthy Immune System*
- Rejuvenates the Pancreas*
- Supports Detoxification
Included in this Pack: Antioxidant Cistus Tea (30 day supply) $45and Detoxifying Longjing Tea (45 day supply) $45
7) Exercise and Saunas-
Sweat removes toxins from the body. Try to break a sweat every day with Aerobics, brisk walking, dancing, whatever you enjoy.
Saunas are also very effective- just be sure to start slow as they can dehydrate and weaken the body if you detox too fast.
8) SEA MOSS
Sea moss contains 92 out of 102 vital minerals and nutrients essential to bodily function. It also contains chlorophyl potassium chloride and various compounds that cleanse out the lymphatic system and dissolve mucus.
For the highest quality purple sea moss from pristine waters off the coast of Jamaica click below
In conclusion, detoxifying every few months has become increasingly important to maintain health, and even more so if you're suffering from chronic disease.