Lifestyle and Toxic Overload
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Detoxing can cause-side-effects which are the result of excess toxins being released which the liver cannot handle quickly enough. These may include headaches, skin outbreaks, diarrhea or bad breath. Antioxidants and liver-supportive supplements limit these reactions.
However, it may be best to carry out a detoxification with the support of a health practitioner who can tailor the program to your individual needs. If you are suffering from serious liver condition such as hepatitis or cirrhosis, it is important you inform your physician before embarking on detoxification.
Tips for Detoxification
1. It is a good idea to try to source organic food to minimize the toxins from chemical sprays and drug residues
2. Drinking plenty of water will aid the elimination of toxins through the kidneys – aim for at least 1.5 liters per day
3. Drinking hot water with lemon juice on waking or before meals acts as a digestive stimulant and liver support due to its bitterness and alkaline properties
4. Eat a diet low in fat and high in fibre by increasing your intake of vegetables, fruit, wholegrains and pulses. This will assist your body in eliminating stored wastes. The Western diet is generally lacking in vitality and freshness, it is low in fibre and too refined, which can lead to poor elimination. Constipation then adds to the stress on the liver because the liver receives toxins directly from the bowel – one of the greatest potential sources of toxicity. Therefore by ensuring regular bowel movements by increasing your water and fibre intake is very important
5. Brightly coloured fruit and vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, peppers, watercress, beetroot, sweet potatoes, berries, papaya and melon supply lots of beneficial anti-oxidants such as vitamin C, E, beta-carotene and phytonutrients. Antioxidants limit the damage caused by Phase One liver detoxification and are especially critical for chemically sensitive people who tend to have an over-active Phase One. Some toxins such as nicotine over tax Phase One so smokers need extra antioxidants in their diets.
6. Plus One also requires adequate levels of B vitamins, selenium, zinc and glutathione. Brown rice is a good source of B vitamins plus zinc, brazil nuts contain selenium, whilst garlic, asparagus, watermelon, papaya, avocado and mushrooms all increase glutathione levels – one of the body’s most important antioxidants
7. An antioxidant complex containing a synergistic mix of antioxidants such as vitamin C, E, beta-carotene, curcumin, grape seed extract, quercetin plus liver-supportive nutrients such as selenium and zinc and alpha-lipoic acid will assist the program
8. Vegetables particularly beneficial to Phase two liver detoxification are members of the Brassica family – broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, brussel sprouts and kale. (The compound Indo-3-carbinole from the Brassica family is used as a supplement to assist the metabolism of estrogen through the liver for people with PMS and other hormonal conditions). Garlic, onions, eggs, watercress (sulphur foods) and the spice tumeric also assist detoxification
9. By increasing the vegetable content of the diet, this naturally increases the alkalinity of the diet. The body works more efficiently with an alkaline diet as it needs to maintain a pH of 7.4 in the blood, otherwise it takes the minerals from the cells if the diet is too acidic. (Meat, hard cheeses, excess grains, sugar and alcohol are all acidic)
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