Body Detox Techniques

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Exercise, Dry skin Brushing and Infra-red sauna

Simona Stepancic BSc, RHN, ROHP, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Orthomolecular practitioner, Raw Food Coach

 

 

EXERCISE

 

Physical exercise speeds up removal of toxins by stimulating circulation and perspiration.

It stimulates the lymphatic system and transports oxygen and nutrients to the cells, and carries toxins and wastes from the cells to the elimination organs.

Exercise increases strength and well-being, energizing both body and mind.

It lowers blood pressure, improves your mood, reduces stress, and raises feel good hormones such as dopamine and serotonin.

Rebounding, cycling, swimming, dancing, yoga, stretching, walking, and aerobic exercise are excellent during a detox.

Exercise daily and you will feel energized, self confident and emotionally high.

 

DRY-SKIN BRUSHING

Dry Skin brushing is a wonderful way to stimulate your circulation and help with lymphatic drainage. It increases cell skin renewal, makes your skin smooth and soft, removes cellulite, tightens the skin and strengthens the immune system.

 

Dry skin brushing techniques:

 

Use a soft natural fiber brush; avoid synthetic bristles as they can be too hard on the skin.

Always dry brush your skin before you shower.

Start at your feet and toes, and use long strokes to brush toward your heart and up.

Avoid tender areas where the skin is thin around the breasts and face, and avoid moles and birth marks.

Brush your stomach using circular motions clockwise.

Brush your hands from your fingers up to your shoulders towards the heart.

Dry-brush your skin every morning and evening before bathing for 5 minutes.

After brushing take a nice shower to remove all those dead skin cells.

Towel dry the whole body and apply sesame, coconut or almond oil to soften the skin.

 

Cleansing the body is one of the best ways to restore vitality and remain healthy in the polluted environment.

 

INFRA-RED SAUNA

 

Studies show that infra-red sauna therapy can eliminate a wide range of chemical compounds such as heavy metals, PCB’s, pesticides, and prescription and non-prescription drugs.

Heat causes fat-soluble chemicals to be released from the fat cells and tissues into the lymph fluid. These toxins are then expelled from the body through the sweat.

Infra-red sauna can be applied to a wide range of conditions such as chemical sensitivities, auto-immune conditions, allergies, chronic fatigue and cancer.

 

The benefits of infra-red sauna:

Improves circulation, regulates blood pressure, and promotes a better skin tone and healing of skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis. It relaxes muscles, reduces fatigue, and reduces physical and emotional stress.

 

Simona Stepancic BSc, RHN, ROHP, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Orthomolecular practitioner and Raw Food Coach

 

Body Detox

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Nutrient-Rich Food – Vegetables

 Simona Stepancic BSc, RHN, ROHP, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Raw Food Coach, Orthomolecular practitioner

There are a few detoxifying techniques that you can incorporate into your life.

 

 

1.      Eat organic nutrient-rich food

2.      Exercise

3.      Dry skin brushing

4.      Infra-red sauna

 

VEGETABLES:

 

Carrots:

Carrots are one of the best body cleansers. They contain Beta-carotene, vitamin B, calcium, vitamin C, pectin and fibre.

Carrots have anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. They strengthen the liver, kidneys, lungs and digestive system.

 

Celery:

Celery is excellent blood cleanser, diuretic and laxative. Celery contains vitamin C, potassium, calcium, magnesium, silica, fibre and coumarins, anti-cancer compounds that may be beneficial in cancer prevention. It helps to neutralize acids in the body.

Drink celery juice after exercise to replace lost electrolytes.

 

Kale:

Kale is rich in iron, sulfur, vitamin C, beta-carotene, chlorophyl and calcium. It contains powerful anticancer compounds that protect against breast, lung and colon cancer.

Kale has a cleansing effect on the body and its high fibre content helps cleanse the intestinal tract. Kale can be added to salads or included in vegetable juices.

 

Cabbage:

Cabbage contains beta-carotene, calcium, vitamin B1 and B6 and vitamin K. It is also a good source of fibre and has antiseptic, antiviral and antibacterial properties.

Cabbage cleanses the liver, detoxifies the stomach and helps with digestion. Cabbage contains phytonutrients that remove free radicals, toxins and carcinogens from the cells. Cabbage is especially potent when eaten raw or juced.

 

Simona Stepancic BSc, RHN, ROHP, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Raw Food Coach, Orthomolecular practitioner

 

 

DETOX YOUR BODY 

Simona Stepancic BSc, RHN, ROHP, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Orthomolecular practitioner and Raw Food Coach

Body cleansing has been around for thousands of years. In ancient times people cleansed the body and the mind.

Detoxification today is even more important then in ancient times. Today we are exposed to millions of pounds of chemicals in our environment. Toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, plastics, petrochemicals, heavy metals, pollutants in our water, additives in our food and residues from drugs, cigarette smoke, dental filings and paints irritate our bodies, making them more prone to disease and ailments such as allergies, cancer, arthritis, heart disease etc.

Our bodies are overloaded and work overtime to eliminate toxic materials from tissues and organs.

Detoxification helps the body open all channels of elimination to remove toxins and waste deposits.

 

There are a few detoxifying techniques that you can incorporate into your life.

 

1.      Drink water

2.      Eat organic nutrient-rich food

3.      Exercise

4.      Dry skin brushing

5.      Infra-red sauna

 

Simona Stepancic BSc, RHN, ROHP, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Raw Food Coach and Orthomolecular practitioner