It used to be that the only time you\’ll ever hear of body detox diets is when someone went into a drug or alcohol rehabilitation clinic, but these days, and no thanks to celebrities who swear by liquid diets and colonics, we all know that detoxification has nothing to do with alcohol or drug addiction.
In this article, we will show you when you should detoxify as well as the different types of detox methods you can use.
Detoxification basically refers to a wide range of treatments that help the body expel the toxins that have built up inside the body. So, when do you need to detox?
If you suffer from any of the following:
* Skin problems like psoriasis and acne
* Bloating of the stomach
* Constipation
* Frequent farting
* Bad breath
* Frequent headaches and back pain
* Food or environmental allergies
* Depression or frequent irritability
* Low energy or no energy at all
* Joint pain or arthritis
Looking at the list above, it would seem that practically everyone, in varying degrees of urgency, needs to detoxify at some point.
So, what are the different types of detox treatments that you can use?
Colon hydrotherapy
This therapy is the equivalent of giving your large intestines a warm 45-minute bath. The colon is \”irrigated\” with a special liquid preparation that dissolves and removes the colon\’s excess waste.
Massage
Massage is not just for relaxation – some massage techniques actually stimulate the body\’s lymphatic system, which helps the body clear blockages and get rid of toxins.
Body wraps
Various materials like clay, mud, seaweed and herbs are spread all over the body to draw out the toxins and increase lymphatic flow. At the same time, the body absorbs mineral and nutrients found in the body wrap.
Fasting
Fasting involves reducing or completely abstaining from certain foods for a period of time. Fasting can involve water-only fasts, juice fasting with fruits and vegetables. Still others are specialized detox diet plans that involve eating limited amounts of whole grains and proteins.