How Do You Know if Your Body Requires Detoxification?

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How Do You Know if Your Body Requires Detoxification?

 

 

 

According to David Steinman, former representative of the public

interest at the National Academy of Sciences, everyone has a

specific level of tolerance that cannot be exceeded if good health

is to be maintained. If the amount of toxins within the body stays

below that level, the body can usually adapt and rid itself of

these.

 

" However, " says Steinman, " when the system is overwhelmed,

the body's defense mechanism malfunctions, and symptoms such as

fatigue, confusion, aggression, or mental disorder may occur. "

 

Great care must be taken to insure the safe and effective removal

of toxins, and any detoxification therapy should be administered

only after a consultation with a qualified health professional.

 

 

 

Indications that the body may need detoxification are headaches,

joint pain, recurrent respiratory problems, back pain, allergy

symptoms, insomnia, mood changes, and food allergies. Conditions

such as arthritis, constipation, hemorrhoids, sinus congestion,

ulcers, psoriasis,

and acne can also indicate the need for detoxification.

 

 

 

Laboratory tests can also shed light on the need for detoxification.

Tests can involve analysis of stool, urine, blood or liver function,

as well as hair analysis.

 

However, physicians who are not familiar, with detoxification may

be reluctant to perform such tests. People

considering a detoxification program will want to find a doctor who

understands the concepts of detoxification.

 

 

 

 

 

Some Preliminary Cautions

 

According to Dr. Chaitow, a key question to ask yourself is: am I

well enough to undertake rapid and active detoxification or should I

string the process out and do the job slowly?

 

If a person is robust and vital, a more vigorous program may be

required than if the

person is unwell and somewhat fragile in health. Dr. Chaitow

recommends that each individual seek the advice of a qualified

health professional to help select the appropriate degree of

intensity.

 

People who are recovering drug users, alcoholics,

diabetics, or who have eating disorders should not apply any method

without strict medical supervision.

 

It is also important to note that detoxification may not be

appropriate for individuals who are underweight or physically weak,

or for those people with a hypothyroid or a hypoglycemic condition.

 

Anyone with a cancerous condition, or who is just recovering from

surgery, should always consult a qualified health professional

before any detoxification program is carried out.

 

Finally, people should know what to expect during detoxification.

Dr. Chaitow states, " Early on you could develop a headache and

furred tongue.

 

As the weeks pass your skin should become clearer,

although it may be spotty for a while. Your eyes will become

clearer, your brain sharper, digestion more efficient, energy levels

high, and you may well regain a sense of youthful clarity. "

 

 

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