Natural Whole Body
Holistic Detoxification Program

Why holistic detoxification?

During my three-decade career as a holistic health practitioner, I've observed many people using singular steps in the detoxification process... detoxification of the colon, or a parasite cleanse, or a liver-gallbladder flush, or a candida diet.

Though these were helpful in themselves, they didn't address the health of the person as a whole.

As I've learned more about the various modes of detoxification, I've become convinced that the best method, and the most effective way to achieve vibrant health, is a systematic, holistic approach to total body detoxification.

What is holistic detoxification? Holistic detoxification is a comprehensive multi-organ, total-body cleansing and natural detoxification program. It includes reducing toxin intake, enhancing toxin elimination, and using specific detoxification herbs and other supportive nutraceuticals to strengthen and promote optimum function of the organs.

The holistic detoxification process must be systematic because of the inter-dependence of the organ systems. For instance, the liver is the major organ of detoxification and breaks down metabolic waste and environmental toxins. It then sends most of the water-soluble waste to the kidneys and the fat-soluble waste to the intestines to be eliminated (via the bile/gallbladder).

Therefore, doing a liver detox or gallbladder flush without first cleansing the colon and kidneys is like trying to flush a big load down a clogged toilet. Many of the toxins would be reabsorbed from the intestines and the kidneys could also be over-burdened.

About Detoxification

The primary organs of general detoxification and cleansing are the liver, the intestines, and the kidneys. The ability of the body to detoxify harmful substances is a prime determining factor of a person's level of wellness.

The definition of a toxin is any compound that has an adverse effect on cell function or structure and includes:

• Heavy metals: Lead, mercury, and aluminum tend to accumulate in the brain, immune system, and kidneys.
• Liver toxicants: Drugs, alcohol, toxic chemicals, pesticides, and food additives can cause serious liver damage from constant exposure.
• Microbial toxins: Absorbed toxins caused by bacteria and yeast in the intestines can significantly disrupt body functions.
• Breakdown products of protein metabolism, such as urea and ammonia, can put a burden on the kidneys after excessive protein intake.

Exposure to pesticides, herbicides, solvents, food additives, and other toxic chemicals can cause a variety of physical, neurological and psychological symptoms.

Many people with conditions such as chronic fatigue, asthma, fibromyalgia, lupus, multiple sclerosis and migraines have experienced a reversal of symptoms after completing a total body cleansing holistic detoxification process.

Combining a comprehensive natural whole body detoxification program with a colon cleanse will help promote optimum health in many different ways:

1. removal of heavy metals, including lead and mercury
   
2. detoxify the blood, the liver, kidneys and other organs
   
3. recharge the immune system through powerful antioxidant support
   
4. replenish the most important strains of friendly bacteria in the intestines using a probiotics formula

What Are The Best Body Detoxification Products?

There are several excellent detoxification products we can use. Unfortunately, there are also many mediocre or useless 'copycat' supplements on the market. Since it's difficult for the average person to determine what is top quality, I'll provide some of my recommendations to make it easier for you to get started. These suggestions may change as I review or use other products.

Adults

Colon cleansing and parasite detoxification have already been discussed elsewhere on this website. Recommended programs included the Ultimate Colon Cleanse: from Organica Research and Colonix from DrNatura. These cleanses should be done before or along with a kidney, liver, cell detoxification program.

For general detoxification of the body, you can use the ToxinOut program from DrNatura for 2 or 3 months. However, I recommend a more targeted advanced approach, using specialized formulas such as ReNew Life Total Kidney Cleanse and ReNew Life Liver Detox.

For conditions such as heavy metal toxicity, serious liver problems, or other significant health challenges - additional specialized therapies will be indicated. Some of these are:

• ReNew Life Heavy Metal Cleanse
• ReNew Life MERC-Free Cleanse
• ReNew Life Critical Liver Care
• ReNew Life CandiGONE
• ReNew Life Smoker’s Cleanse

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Children

Giving a child a therapeutic clay bath, such as Kids Clear Detoxifying Clay Bath, can be a very effective way to significantly reduce toxins.

The clay also assists in pulling out heavy metals that are a causative factor in the development of neurological and behavioral symptoms. Clay-bath therapy has also helped reduce symptoms for many autistic children.

If you suspect heavy metal toxicity, you may also want to give your child the Kids Chelat Heavy Metal Chelator. It doesn't have harmful side effects and is safe for the liver, kidneys and gastro-intestinal tract. Clinical studies in Germany have proven its safety and effectiveness for lowering the toxic load of heavy metals like mercury, lead, arsenic, aluminum, copper and cadmium in children.

Children and Detoxification

Children are especially susceptible to food additives, pesticides, and other chemicals found in the environment. These toxins can lead to cancer, neurological problems, and general immune compromise.

A child's liver and kidneys can't detoxify as well as an adult's detoxification system. Health and behavioral problems that seem to have no apparent cause are often the result of toxins and other pollutants that are stored in their body tissues.

Detoxification and Weight Loss

The various natural holistic detoxification methods enable many beneficial changes in the body, some of which assist in weight loss.

• Heavy metals bind to both sex hormone binding globulin and to thyroid hormone binding sites, which slows metabolism. After a complete detoxification program, these pathways open up and metabolism often increases.
• Researchers have found that exposure to synthetic chemicals might be responsible for damaging many of the body's natural weight-control mechanisms.
• Many toxins are stored in fat cells and, during detoxification, fat stores are mobilized and burned for fuel. During this detoxification of body fat, toxic compounds are moved out of cells and taken to the liver for processing and excretion.
• During the colon-parasite detoxification phase you may eliminate 5 to 20 pounds of old fecal matter.

Holistic Detoxification for Drug and Alcohol Recovery

In certain situations, detoxification means treating a person for alcohol or drug dependence and is usually a different protocol relating to substance withdrawal. In this context we're looking at a natural body detoxification program for general health maintenance and recovery.

This same information should be part of a total holistic detoxification program for substance abuse. In fact, I believe that holistic detoxification and a holistic nutrition plan are important missing links in drug and alcohol rehab.

When Should You NOT Begin a Holistic Detoxification Program?

• You should not detox while you are pregnant or nursing, but a colon cleanse and detoxification program prior to pregnancy is an excellent way to cleanse and prepare your body before you get pregnant.
  

• A holistic detoxification program is a very effective modality for maintaining or regaining health, but it should NOT be one the first things you do when you're sick. If you're extremely run down, emaciated, or your immune system is seriously compromised, you may feel even more ill if your body is overwhelmed while processing the elimination of toxins.

  Detoxification will certainly be very beneficial, but if you choose to do a detox program under these circumstances, please make sure you're monitored by a qualified licensed health professional.

Some folks may prefer to visit a healing or retreat center where a team of wellness providers can offer a more structured program for a detoxification or rejuvenation process. Others, who have some serious health issues, may want a more targeted hands-on program for their special health recovery needs. The Healing Hub offers a directory of some special alternative healing centers that can provide solutions for your particular health needs.

The links below provide information and guidance for several phases of a do-it-yourself whole body detoxification program.

Read More Interesting Information…

Natural Kidney Cleanse ~ Kidney Stone Flush Do a kidney cleanse to flush and detoxify the kidneys using a natural herbal remedy. Dissolve deposits within the kidneys that could lead to kidney stones.

Natural Liver Detoxification - how to have a healthy liver and how to reverse liver disease. Experience easier weight loss with a healthy liver.

Gallbladder Flush A liver gallbladder cleanse, also called a liver gallbladder flush, has helped many people eliminate gallstones and improve digestion, particularly of fatty foods.

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