The Importance of Stress Management –This as an aid to internal cleansing because it is a modern day evil that affects every cell and tissue in the human body, breaking down the immune system as well as all of the major organs. Stress robs the body of important vitamins and minerals, and over time, can cause severe acid build up. Stress hinders proper digestion, absorption and elimination of nutrients by throwing the digestive system out of balance. It interferes with the body’s cleansing processes, and actually contributes to toxic buildup. For these reasons, the reduction of stress is an important factor in achieving optimal health. An individual can eat a perfect diet, cleanse his or her body internally and exercise regularly, but if he or she is in a constant state of mental stress, the physical problems will not go away. |
is a time and place for this extreme
type of fasting, a liquid fast consisting of fresh, organic fruit
and vegetable juices may be more suitable. With this type of fast, an individual is still receiving important nutrients on a daily basis, but is giving his or her digestive system a much needed rest. Fresh, live juices teeming with enzymes can literally pick up toxic matter from the body and flush it away. All interested individuals should be encouraged to thoroughly educate themselves on fasting methods and techniques. There are dozens of informative and in-depth books available at local health food stores. And before starting a fast, know what to expect. The body can go through dramatic and sometimes alarming changes as accumulated wastes are expelled. |
The Use of Herbs and Fiber –
Any cleansing technique,
regardless of individual needs,
should begin with a cleansing
program that consists of multiherb and multi-fiber formulas. This will expedite and facilitate elimination of accumulated toxins. Herbs are nature’s cleansers, rich in food-source vitamins, minerals, amino acids and enzymes. Herbs are truly unique among therapeutic
elements in that they work with the body’s own functions, accelerating and stimulating internal cleansing processes, fueling the re-growth of cells and tissues, and building resistance to
disease.
Herbs in therapeutic combinations can "jump-start" an individual’s natural cleansing processes. Combinations of
Enemas and Colonic Irrigation –Enemas and colonics both involve the use of purified water to irrigate and flush out toxins from the bowel. Enema bags can be purchased at any drugstore, and are usually self-administered in the comfort and privacy of one’s own home Colonics are always administered by a trained professional. The colon
therapist controls water flow and
expulsion into and out of the bowel while the client lies relaxed on a table next to the colonic equipment. Colonics, properly administered, are more thorough than enemas. Twenty-five gallons of water can be used during a colonic session, gently entering and exiting the colon as needed.
Both enemas and colonics are very useful. They increase the release of old, encrusted colon waste, encouraging discharge of toxins and parasites, freshen the gastrointestinal tract and make the whole cleansing process easier and more thorough.
| fibers help provide the roughage and bulk needed to sweep, clean and tone the entire digestive and eliminative system. Fiber tends to quicken the transit time of waste and elimination, absorbing toxins along the way. | Many ingredients can be added to enema or colonic water to increase the therapeutic effect. Coffee enemas help to detoxify the liver. Flaxseed tea enemas may relieve inflammation of the bowel. A variety of herbs and nutrients can be added to enema water for |
| Fasting Techniques –Fasting is one of the world’s oldest cleansing therapies. Although Biblical fasting also held religious significance, the healing principles of a fast were well known. By abstaining from food, stress was removed from essential organs and digestive processes, so that healing and rebuilding could take place. Fasting works by self-digestion. During a cleansing fast, the body, in its infinite wisdom, will decompose and burn only the substances that are damaged, diseased or unneeded. A true fast consists of ingesting only water. Although there | cleansing
and detoxification. A proper balance of intestinal flora can be reestablished
in the colon through retention enemas consisting of acidophilus and
other friendly intestinal bacteria. Although some persons are mentally uncomfortable with the procedure, the positive results usually overcome any preliminary hesitancy or fear. After passing mucous strings, hardened fecal matter and old rubbery material from their bowel with the help of an enema or colonic, the nervous quickly become converts. Over-usage of these therapeutic techniques is not condoned, but they are important tools in ............................................................Continue: |