Definition of a Cleanse (Webster Dictionary Online): a very restrictive short-term diet primarily intended to remove toxins from the body.
Nutritional Cleansing is a centuries-old ritual to support the body, mind, and spirit. Basically, a healthy, intentional strategy to help our bodies prevent and eliminate disease. Our bodies are bombarded with toxins daily with so many pollutants in our environment; phytoestrogens, heavy metals, pesticides, fungicides, and plastics.
“In a healthy body, the process of detoxification runs smoothly. When we are toxic, the mechanism for detoxification in the liver gets sluggish, and certain toxins can remain active longer than we want or than our systems can handle. This makes us sick and impedes normal metabolism. It also causes fluid retention, bloat, and puffiness.” Dr. Mark Hyman
As toxins build-up, we may start experiencing strange symptoms. Some may look like hormonal imbalances (congested liver) with thin hair, skin issues, acne, eczema, psoriasis, and energy fluctuations. While others can be a lot more severe requiring medical intervention; cancer, autoimmune disorders, and neurological disorders. Although these may seem extreme, simply cleansing our body once a year prevents so much of this disease and distress.
Why we may ask? When eliminating food, especially inflammatory foods, and supplying our body with organic nutrients, we give our organs and digestive system a break and remove those damaged cells from our body. Remember, our bodies are incredible, and with the right support and nurturing, they can do their job well. But when constantly bombarded with unhealthy foods, environmental toxins, and the stresses of everyday life, our bodies don’t get the chance to properly detoxify.
"Excessive weight and obesity aside, nearly every disease on the planet has links to toxicity, including dementia, heart disease, autoimmune diseases, food allergies, and digestive issues." Dr. Mark Hyman
The benefits are incredible, and the long-term results even better. Reach out to discuss the best cleanse program for your lifestyle and increase energy, balance hormones, and keep that excess weight off.
In Health,
Kristin Derrin