21 Day Nutritional Detoxification Program
Posted by Erica Steele on Fri, Jun 03, 2011 @ 01:20 PM
Detoxification is an essential part of being healthy and well. Maintaining a solid nutritional protocol while you are on a detox is key to effective health enhancement. A detoxification diet is consistent of eating a wide variety of fruits and vegetables as well as eliminating foods that are unhealthy for the body. The key to detoxification is avoiding these foods, while healing the body with clean organic, fresh fruits and vegetables.
When detoxing it is recommended to avoid animal products but is not possible for some. Reducing animal intake to once or twice a week and eating an enormous amount of vegetables after your protein can protect the intestinal system.
In holistic detoxification the person utilizes a protocol of detoxification treatments including ionic foot detoxification, steam, infrared dry sauna, one on one naturopathy consulting as well as naturopathic nutrition, and nutrition counseling, virginia beach to acheive desired results.
Our nutrition wellness center and 21 day detoxification program is an effective way to detoxifying the diet, replenish the cells, and rejuevenate the body. Weight loss is not uncommon in a detoxification program, but is more of a happy side effect than an absolute. Large intakes of water is paramount in healing the body.
Here are some FAQ's about our 21 Day Detox Program:
Will it be uncomfortable?
There is bound to be differing opinions about the change in diet but this detox is designed to be gentle and easy to follow. Remember, it is not a fast, nor is it a colon cleanse, which are very harsh on your system. You will be eating plenty of food and the shakes are pleasant tasting. You may feel a slight withdrawal in the first few days if you are giving up a lot of caffeine or a lot of sugar. PaleoCleanse is a scientific formula, a "medical food", which will assist you through some of the challenging days. Have faith, it will pass, and it will all be worth it!
Will I be in the bathroom all day?
It is very important to consume extra water while detoxifying to help flush out toxins. Therefore, most people urinate more often than usual on this program.
Will I lose weight?
This detox program is not designed to be a weight loss program. However, many people lose weight during the course of their detox program. Some of the reasons for this weight loss include: lower than usual caloric intake due to having shakes for meals, taking sugar out of the diet, decreased consumption of allergenic foods such as wheat and dairy and release of toxins from fat stores.
Will I get headaches?
Some people experience headaches during the first few days of their detox due to withdrawal from sugar and caffeine. Remember, the week prior to detox you will be decreasing intake of these substances to minimize discomfort. The PaleoCleanse powder will assist your body in cleansing out these substances as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Can I exercise?
You may exercise normally (monitor yourself, of course). Some days you may feel fatigued. On these days, you may want to limit yourself to gentle movement such as walking, stretching or yoga, etc.
Should I continue with my regular vitamins?PaleoCleanse contains many vitamins and other nutrients to help meet your daily requirements. You may suspend natural supplements during the detox if your health care practitioner agrees, but continue to take any medically prescribed pharma ceuticals. Ask your health care practitioner if you have any specific questions.
What about organic produce?Fruits and vegetables that are consistently the most contaminated with pesticides should be purchased organic.
These include:
- Celery
- Peaches
- Strawberries
- Apples
- Blueberries
- Nectarines
- Bell Peppers
- Spinach Cherries
- Kale/Collard Greens
- Potatoes Grapes (Imported)
If organic varieties are not available, fresh fruits and vegetables that consistently have the lowest levels of pesticides are the safest choices for conventionally grown produce.
These include:
- Onions
- Avocado
- Sweet Corn
- Pineapple
- Mangos
- Sweet Peas
- Asparagus
- Kiwi
- Cabbage
- Eggplant
- Watermelon
- Grapefruit
- Sweet Potato
- Honeydew melon
Not everyone is ready for an aggressive detox program. Please consult one of our skilled natural healthcare practitoners for advice to avoid a healing crises.
