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How to Cleanse with Foods and Herbs

This is a two week detox diet plan that supports detox by increasing

elimination from the body, cleansing the colon, enhancing circulation

to clear toxic substances, eliminating foods from the diet that

require detoxification or are allergenic, and providing nutrients to

support and protect the liver which is the main organ involved in

detox.

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INCREASING ELIMINATION

Elimination of stools and urine is the body's primary method of

getting rid of toxic substances. Especially important during detox,

regular bowel movements decrease the likelihood that toxins will be

reabsorbed into the body.

BENTONITE CLAY and FLAXSEEDS assist with the detox process. Sponsored

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Bentonite is a type of edible clay that acts as a bulk laxative by

absorbing water to form a gel. It binds toxins such as pesticides and

helps to carry them out of the colon. Flaxseeds also absorb water and

expand in the colon, allowing toxins and mucus to be removed. In

addition, flaxseeds have been found to lower cholesterol levels.

Take one tablespoon of liquid bentonite and one tablespoon of ground

flaxseeds in a glass of water first thing in the morning (wait at

least 1/2 hour before eating) and before bed. Drink at least 8

glasses of water per day or constipation may result. If flaxseed is

unavailable, psyllium or oatbran can be substituted. Bentonite intake

should be reduced and timed away from medication intake as it may

interfere with absorption.

LEMON JUICE in water also has a slightly laxative effect and

stimulates the digestive juices which is important for detox. Squeeze

half a lemon into warm water and drink immediately after rising in

the morning, before having the bentonite clay and flaxseed drink.

NUTRIENTS AND SUPPORT FOR YOUR LIVER, KIDNEY AND GALLBLADDER

The liver requires nutrients for detox. In addition, increasing the

flow of bile is an important part of detox because bile carries

stored fat-soluble toxins away from the liver to be excreted in the

stools. Signs of poor bile flow include constipation which may be

aggravated by fiber supplements, flatulence, dry skin and hair,

indigestion 1-2 hours after eating, indigestion after fatty foods and

small, hard stools.

MULTIVITAMIN -- Choose a high-potency multivitamin with selenium,

molybdenum, zinc and copper.

CHOLINE and METHIONINE -- Known as lipotropic factors, the

supplements choline and methionine help to regulate fat metabolism

and increase bile flow.

VITAMIN C -- A water-soluble vitamin, vitamin C is an antioxidant

that supports detox. It may also help to decrease some of the side

effects of detox, such as headache or nausea.

MILK THISTLE -- This herb has many positive effects on the liver. It

is an antioxidant, assists in liver cell regeneration, and is used

after exposure to chemical and industrial pollutants or adverse

effects from excess alcohol or fat consumption.

ARTICHOKES -- Contains plant compounds known as caffeoylquinic acids,

which increase the flow of bile and help to digest fats.

BEETS -- Beets contain betaine, which promotes the regeneration of

liver cells and the flow of bile. It also has a beneficial effect on

fat metabolism.

BROCCOLI -- Broccoli and other members of the brassica family

(cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale, kholrabi) support the

liver's detoxification enzymes.

FRESH FRUITS and VEGETABLES -- Food sources of vitamin C and

glutathione, which are essential for detox.

PROTEIN -- Protein is required by the liver for detox. Beans, nuts,

seeds, quinoa, protein powder. Some people may choose to eat fish in

moderation.

ONIONS and GARLIC -- Rich in sulfur-containing compounds. Involved in

sulfation, the main detox pathway for environmental chemicals and

certain drugs and food additives. Helps with the elimination of

harmful heavy metals from the body.

DANDELION ROOT -- Increases the flow of bile. Can be taken as a tea.