Guest guest Posted August 8, 2000 Report Share Posted August 8, 2000 Beverly: I stopped using the Cilantro only because my son was holding his head as though it hurt and was really out of it. He's been off it for a while now. Back to his beautiful self. Since there are no studies verifying effectiveness, dosage (even though it is a food,...it still pulls metals out of the brain!) I don't know about you, but I feel much more comfortable using known treatment protocols and monitoring through tests. That was why I stopped using it...he can't tell me how he feels...I have to rely on testing and monitoring to ensure his safety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 8, 2000 Report Share Posted August 8, 2000 << What are the behaviors, reactions, and side effects that can occur if a child/person is being detoxified? >> If chelating agents are used improperly (e. g. a single dose of too large an amount) the symptoms can be greatly exacerbated and new symptoms can appear. I suggest people avoid cilantro not because it isn't a chelating agent but because it actually DOES appear to be one - but nobody knows how to use it properly yet so it is pretty dangerous. Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 8, 2000 Report Share Posted August 8, 2000 Jen was not holding her head, but she did make some strange faces. She seems aggressive, but it was not pointed at anyone. Jen ran over the dog twice and last time that dog really yelped. She was upset with her Dad, but that is not unusual. What is usual is that she was screaming out words. She seemed to be able to control the aggression and some of the behavior might be considered hyperactivity. She is not hyperactivity ... she is so active. Thank You! I would still like to know ... What are the behaviors, reactions, and side effects that can occur if a child/person is being detoxified? Take Care and God Bless, Beverly Weakley Mom of Jen Re: [ ] Detoxification > Beverly: > I stopped using the Cilantro only because my son was holding his head as > though it hurt and was really out of it. He's been off it for a while now. > Back to his beautiful self. Since there are no studies verifying > effectiveness, dosage (even though it is a food,...it still pulls metals out > of the brain!) > I don't know about you, but I feel much more comfortable using known > treatment protocols and monitoring through tests. That was why I stopped > using it...he can't tell me how he feels...I have to rely on testing and > monitoring to ensure his safety. > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 8, 2000 Report Share Posted August 8, 2000 I agree with you that it is an unknown, but Andy ... I gave it to Jen this afternoon. My thoughts were ... it is just a food. I do not believe that the dose was too large, because the behavior was not what I would call greatly exacerbated. I would say that I seen equal amount of aggression when I compare the infusions of Secretin and the eating of this herb. But, I seen an increase in language today that is why I am asking ... What are the behaviors, reactions, and side effects that can occur if a child/person is being detoxified? It seems to be aggression, and increased language. Are there any others? I am trying to understand what my daughter going through. I do not believe she is in pain. Her behavior is not one of pain. Thank You Sincerely, Beverly Weakley Mom of Jen ... age 11 1/2 years old Re: [ ] Detoxification > << What are the behaviors, reactions, and side effects that can occur if a > child/person is being detoxified? >> > > If chelating agents are used improperly (e. g. a single dose of too large an > amount) the symptoms can be greatly exacerbated and new symptoms can appear. > > I suggest people avoid cilantro not because it isn't a chelating agent but > because it actually DOES appear to be one - but nobody knows how to use it > properly yet so it is pretty dangerous. > > Andy > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 8, 2000 Report Share Posted August 8, 2000 I think they are too varied to say it looks or acts the same way KAthy Re: [ ] Detoxification >Jen was not holding her head, but she did make some strange faces. She seems >aggressive, but it was not pointed at anyone. Jen ran over the dog twice and >last time that dog really yelped. She was upset with her Dad, but that is >not unusual. What is usual is that she was screaming out words. She seemed >to be able to control the aggression and some of the behavior might be >considered hyperactivity. She is not hyperactivity ... she is so active. >Thank You! > >I would still like to know ... What are the behaviors, reactions, and side >effects that can occur if a >child/person is being detoxified? > >Take Care and God Bless, >Beverly Weakley >Mom of Jen > > Re: [ ] Detoxification > > >> Beverly: >> I stopped using the Cilantro only because my son was holding his head as >> though it hurt and was really out of it. He's been off it for a while >now. >> Back to his beautiful self. Since there are no studies verifying >> effectiveness, dosage (even though it is a food,...it still pulls metals >out >> of the brain!) >> I don't know about you, but I feel much more comfortable using known >> treatment protocols and monitoring through tests. That was why I stopped >> using it...he can't tell me how he feels...I have to rely on testing and >> monitoring to ensure his safety. >> >> >> >> >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 18, 2001 Report Share Posted January 18, 2001 I don't know, but it would scare the wits out of me! If he bruises easily (many mercury toxic people do, and get nosebleeds easily too when children) then giving him vitamin K or green tea extract may help with this. I'd certainly cut your dose in half before I tried it again. Andy --- In egroups, " CRYSTAL SACCO " <c.sacco@s...> wrote: > Hi - > > What would it mean if on the introduction of ALA your child experiences bleeding in the urine one time. Then next round bleeding in the stool. > > > Cr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2002 Report Share Posted June 10, 2002 Hi Nil, Welcome! You've found a great group here. The files on this list are an good place to start looking for information. I would also suggest you buy Andy's book at www.noamalgam.com It's $35.00 plus shipping to Turkey but, IMHO, it's probably the best resource you can get. If you've had all of your amalgams out, then you can start taking DMSA for chelating the mercury out of you body tissues. I believe Andy says not to take ALA (which takes it out of the brain) until at least 3 months have. Check the files for more specific info. As for chorella, I've heard a lot of bad things about this. There's some posts about it in the files. Hang in there. There are a lot of people who've been in your shoes and improved tremendously. Wishing you the best. Ann > Hi All, > > I am a new member of the group. I have a problem and I joined the group hoping that you can help me.I have CFS and am severely exhausted. About 3 months ago 3 of my total of 8 amalgams were removed improperly. I started getting worse about a week later and I still am not feeling better.I live in Turkey. I really don't know what to do at this time.I am extremely exhausted to find a amalgam free dentist right now. I am even exhausted to make a search at web. My current doctor prescribed me ALA and Chlorella but taking them also made me feeling not better. When I use them I start having increased brain fog,burning feet. I lately started having uncontrolled muscle contractions on my left arm and numbness on the left side of my face while meditating and I think it is because of mercury poisoning but I am not sure if these increased neurological symptoms are due to ALA and Chlorella combination or not. Right now I stopped taking ALA and Chlorella and just left everything as it is. I know that the best thing should be to continue removing amalgams and than start detoxification but my body is extremely tired now and I can not do this at this point. What can I do until I get some energy to do that. (I am sure My glutathione levels are extremely low right now). I wonder if it would be okay if I use Chlorella only? I have started sauna. Would it help? Are there any other things I can do which won't harm me further until I restart with amalgam removals? Would eating sulphur rich foods like eggs help or would they also move the mercury frommy amalgams to my body. Thank you very much in advance for your help. > Nil > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 10, 2002 Report Share Posted June 10, 2002 HI-- from your post it sounds like you still have five amalgams left? Correct? If so, then no, you should not chelate anymore... no more ALA and no more Chlorella. There have been some bad posts about use of chlorella and mercury toxicity-- fuzzy feeling foggy, fuzzy eyes, etc. Stop taking it. There is a tea that my family has started using for lung/liver/blood detoxification and it claims to work on metal issues, very slowly. It is called Ojibwa Tea of Life... website is: http://www.ojibwatea.com/ They sell another product called Perfect STool Formula which we have just started using. You can order the regular one, or the Parsley version which does not have FOS (fructo oligo saccharides). The seller of the tea says that this also supports metal issues and helps detox slowly. Then when you get your other five amalgams removed properly, then you should look into Andy's chelation protocol (see the Files on the board). I have also read about liver detoxing by drinking epsom salts, olive oil, etc. in a certain format. Seems kind of harsh, but some people swear by it. Maybe someday I'll get up the nerve to try it. Good luck with whatever you decide, but stay off the chlorella and stay off the ALA until you get your other amalgams out. W > Hi All, > > I am a new member of the group. I have a problem and I joined the group hoping that you can help me.I have CFS and am severely exhausted. About 3 months ago 3 of my total of 8 amalgams were removed improperly. I started getting worse about a week later and I still am not feeling better.> Nil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2002 Report Share Posted June 11, 2002 Thank you so much. You are wonderful! Nil [ ] Re: Detoxification Hi Nil, Welcome! You've found a great group here. The files on this list are an good place to start looking for information. I would also suggest you buy Andy's book at www.noamalgam.com It's $35.00 plus shipping to Turkey but, IMHO, it's probably the best resource you can get. If you've had all of your amalgams out, then you can start taking DMSA for chelating the mercury out of you body tissues. I believe Andy says not to take ALA (which takes it out of the brain) until at least 3 months have. Check the files for more specific info. As for chorella, I've heard a lot of bad things about this. There's some posts about it in the files. Hang in there. There are a lot of people who've been in your shoes and improved tremendously. Wishing you the best. Ann > Hi All, > > I am a new member of the group. I have a problem and I joined the group hoping that you can help me.I have CFS and am severely exhausted. About 3 months ago 3 of my total of 8 amalgams were removed improperly. I started getting worse about a week later and I still am not feeling better.I live in Turkey. I really don't know what to do at this time.I am extremely exhausted to find a amalgam free dentist right now. I am even exhausted to make a search at web. My current doctor prescribed me ALA and Chlorella but taking them also made me feeling not better. When I use them I start having increased brain fog,burning feet. I lately started having uncontrolled muscle contractions on my left arm and numbness on the left side of my face while meditating and I think it is because of mercury poisoning but I am not sure if these increased neurological symptoms are due to ALA and Chlorella combination or not. Right now I stopped taking ALA and Chlorella and just left everything as it is. I know that the best thing should be to continue removing amalgams and than start detoxification but my body is extremely tired now and I can not do this at this point. What can I do until I get some energy to do that. (I am sure My glutathione levels are extremely low right now). I wonder if it would be okay if I use Chlorella only? I have started sauna. Would it help? Are there any other things I can do which won't harm me further until I restart with amalgam removals? Would eating sulphur rich foods like eggs help or would they also move the mercury frommy amalgams to my body. Thank you very much in advance for your help. > Nil > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2002 Report Share Posted June 11, 2002 Thank you so much ! You have been very helpful. Nil [ ] Re: Detoxification HI-- from your post it sounds like you still have five amalgams left? Correct? If so, then no, you should not chelate anymore... no more ALA and no more Chlorella. There have been some bad posts about use of chlorella and mercury toxicity-- fuzzy feeling foggy, fuzzy eyes, etc. Stop taking it. There is a tea that my family has started using for lung/liver/blood detoxification and it claims to work on metal issues, very slowly. It is called Ojibwa Tea of Life... website is: http://www.ojibwatea.com/ They sell another product called Perfect STool Formula which we have just started using. You can order the regular one, or the Parsley version which does not have FOS (fructo oligo saccharides). The seller of the tea says that this also supports metal issues and helps detox slowly. Then when you get your other five amalgams removed properly, then you should look into Andy's chelation protocol (see the Files on the board). I have also read about liver detoxing by drinking epsom salts, olive oil, etc. in a certain format. Seems kind of harsh, but some people swear by it. Maybe someday I'll get up the nerve to try it. Good luck with whatever you decide, but stay off the chlorella and stay off the ALA until you get your other amalgams out. W > Hi All, > > I am a new member of the group. I have a problem and I joined the group hoping that you can help me.I have CFS and am severely exhausted. About 3 months ago 3 of my total of 8 amalgams were removed improperly. I started getting worse about a week later and I still am not feeling better.> Nil ======================================================= Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2002 Report Share Posted June 11, 2002 Dear Nil, In addition to the advice to NOT take chorella or ALA while you still have amalgam in place I would suggest that you take large amounts of vitamin C, A, E, and B. Also I think Andy would suggest EFAs. I am sorry you are feeling so poorly. There is lots of good information here in the files and if you search the archives for amalgam removal protocol I think you will find the procedure. Perhaps you could print it out and bring it to your dentist with the suggestion that he could attempt to follow as many of the steps as possible. Best wishes, Maddie > Hi All, > > I am a new member of the group. I have a problem and I joined the group hoping that you can help me.I have CFS and am severely exhausted. About 3 months ago 3 of my total of 8 amalgams were removed improperly. I started getting worse about a week later and I still am not feeling better.I live in Turkey. I really don't know what to do at this time.I am extremely exhausted to find a amalgam free dentist right now. I am even exhausted to make a search at web. My current doctor prescribed me ALA and Chlorella but taking them also made me feeling not better. When I use them I start having increased brain fog,burning feet. I lately started having uncontrolled muscle contractions on my left arm and numbness on the left side of my face while meditating and I think it is because of mercury poisoning but I am not sure if these increased neurological symptoms are due to ALA and Chlorella combination or not. Right now I stopped taking ALA and Chlorella and just left everything as it is. I know that the best thing should be to continue removing amalgams and than start detoxification but my body is extremely tired now and I can not do this at this point. What can I do until I get some energy to do that. (I am sure My glutathione levels are extremely low right now). I wonder if it would be okay if I use Chlorella only? I have started sauna. Would it help? Are there any other things I can do which won't harm me further until I restart with amalgam removals?Would eating sulphur rich foods like eggs help or would they also move the mercury frommy amalgams to my body. Thank you very much in advance for your help. > Nil > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2002 Report Share Posted June 11, 2002 Thank you so much. Yes,I have tried Efa's,vit E and B and they do help me. I do have some problems with Vit C. I somehow feel worse with it.I will check the source of it. Take care:) Nil [ ] Re: Detoxification Dear Nil, In addition to the advice to NOT take chorella or ALA while you still have amalgam in place I would suggest that you take large amounts of vitamin C, A, E, and B. Also I think Andy would suggest EFAs. I am sorry you are feeling so poorly. There is lots of good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2002 Report Share Posted June 11, 2002 Buffered form vitamin C in modest doses 4 times a day. Andy .. . . . . . .. . . . > Thank you so much. Yes,I have tried Efa's,vit E and B and they do help me. I do have some problems with Vit C. I somehow feel worse with it.I will check the source of it. Take care:) > Nil > [ ] Re: Detoxification > > > Dear Nil, > In addition to the advice to NOT take chorella or ALA while you > still have amalgam in place I would suggest that you take large > amounts of vitamin C, A, E, and B. Also I think Andy would suggest > EFAs. I am sorry you are feeling so poorly. There is lots of good > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been remo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 12, 2002 Report Share Posted June 12, 2002 Hello Nil (oops, or is it Nilda, I can't see now......), ==> my comments are preceeded by an arrow, in the hope that you can find them... > I am a new member of the group. I have a problem and I joined the group hoping that you can help me.I have CFS and am severely exhausted. About 3 months ago 3 of my total of 8 amalgams were removed improperly. I started getting worse about a week later and I still am not feeling better.I live in Turkey. I really don't know what to do at this time.I am extremely exhausted to find a amalgam free dentist right now. I am even exhausted to make a search at web. My current doctor prescribed me ALA and Chlorella but taking them also made me feeling not better. ==> ALA is a chelator and should not be taken AT ALL with amalgam present in your mouth. Chlorella is a whole nother issue. Not good. It has been observed to have negative effects on mercury toxic people by both Hal Huggins and Andy Cutler. I have also read some posts by people who believe it has worsened their condition(s). When I use them I start having increased brain fog,burning feet. I lately started having uncontrolled muscle contractions on my left arm and numbness on the left side of my face while meditating and I think it is because of mercury poisoning but I am not sure if these increased neurological symptoms are due to ALA and Chlorella combination or not. ==> these DO sound like mercury tox symptoms. What you are describing (increased merc toxicity) is CONSISTENT with what I have read about both use of chlorella and use of chelators with amalgam...... Right now I stopped taking ALA and Chlorella and just left everything as it is. I know that the best thing should be to continue removing amalgams and than start detoxification but my body is extremely tired now and I can not do this at this point. What can I do until I get some energy to do that. ==> take vitamin C. Saunas might help. If I were you and if possible, I'd see an accupuncturist and get some help with coping with the symptoms. That is what occurs to ME because I've used acupuncture a lot -- but I'm sure there are many other things that would help too. I'm kind of thinking about herbs or supplements that would be nutritive to help build your body up, and sorry to say I don't have concrete recommendations. (And, if I did, there are soooo many things that can make a specific substance " bad " for a given person!) (I am sure My glutathione levels are extremely low right now). I wonder if it would be okay if I use Chlorella only? I have started sauna. Would it help? Are there any other things I can do which won't harm me further until I restart with amalgam removals?Would eating sulphur rich foods like eggs help or would they also move the mercury frommy amalgams to my body. ==> I'd suggest that you go to ANDY_INDEX: /files/ANDY_INDEX Find the section on sulfur and thiols (etc) and read some or all of the items. This will help explain. Sulfury foods are very good for SOME people and very bad for OTHER people. So says Andy. best wishes, Moria p.s. If you wish to JUST say " thanks " , I personally would prefer private mail for this purpose. If you do not know how to SEND private mail, ask and I'll explain it. Everyone always chooses what to send to the list, and if there is content that you want " everyone " to read, you should send to the list. But if not, sending private mail helps to just keep the level of mail down on the list. thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 4, 2003 Report Share Posted June 4, 2003 from www.chetday.com/spencedetox.html Detoxification By Ted H. Spence DDS, ND, PhD/DSc, MPH Introduction Detoxification comes in many forms and refers to many different programs that cleanse the body of toxins. Today, our environment is toxic and the foods we eat, even the air we breathe and the water we drink is laden with chemicals foreign to our system. Therefore, everyone is undergoing some type of detoxification to maintain life and health. Although basic detoxification begins with diet, detox programs may include nutritional fortification for the liver, lungs, kidneys, bowels and blood. We will soon see why these organs are so important in detoxification. Detoxification for the body may refer to the cleansing of the bowels, kidneys, lungs, the liver or the blood, since these are the organs involved in detoxification of chemicals and toxins from the body. The liver acts as an "in- line" filter for the removal of foreign substances and wastes from the blood. The kidneys filter wastes from the blood into the urine, while the lungs remove volatile gases as we breathe. Our body is designed to utilize natural substances, which includes foods, herbs and phytochemicals. Any foreign substance will serve as a stimulus to our immune system, which has the function of removing these substances. Although the toxicity of a chemical may vary, it is the job of the liver to reduce toxins into compounds that the body can safely handle and eliminate through the kidneys (as urine), skin (as sweat), lungs (as expelled air) and bowels (as feces). Maintaining these eliminative organs in good working order is essential for one's good health to continue. While there are many detoxification programs available, they differ in their actions and their intent. Some detoxification programs (DP) work only with the bowels, others may cleanse the liver or the blood, and others may aid the kidneys or the skin in their functions. By combining these detox programs into a total health program, one can effectively restore their health to an optimal level and look younger in the process. When the body can eliminate toxins, then health is restored and energy and vigor are revitalized. Many different approaches to detoxification and wellness will work, even though they attack the problem at different levels. Any program that augments detoxification will improve health. Other factors must be considered in detoxification, like nutrition, water, and exercise, rest, sunshine, and fresh air. Detoxification Diets Detoxification diets help the body to eliminate toxins in many ways. First, natural vegetarian diets include the fiber needed for stimulating good bowel eliminate. They also contain the proper amounts of vitamins that feed and nourish the bowels and the liver, as well as other eliminative organs. They also include a valuable source of enzymes since most vegetarian diets are eaten raw. The elimination of meat from the diet for a short period enhances detoxification because meat is so difficult to digest and requires many enzymes for its digestion. Therefore, vegetarian diets are cleansing diets and aid the body in elimination of toxins. Of course, changing diets and lifestyle is easier said than done for some people. Many people want health and will go to any length to improve their health, including dietary changes. But there are others who do not want to change their life style for anything. These people will be difficult to motivate and will not stick with the detox programs for one day. They may not want to give up their sodas, or their cigarettes, their beer or their coffee. They may make a few changes, like drinking more water, or they may give up completely in a very short notice. Our way of eating has been cultivated over many years and will not change over night. But to those who do want better health and do not want to rely on pills/drugs for their existence, nutritional changes will be welcomed, especially when they start feeling better and having more energy. Diets are very important and are usually the basis for any detox program, whether it is herbs, cleansing or other detox programs. Detox diets will generally eliminate trigger foods, which may cause many problems with digestion and elimination. Foods like wheat (glutens) and dairy (milk, cheese) are often the cause of allergies. Sugar is eliminated because of its "empty calories" and tendency to produce hypoglycemia. Meats are eliminated because they may contain hormones, antibiotics and are difficult to digest. Caffeine is wise to avoid, since it has many ill effects on the body's digestion. Refined, processed and junk foods are also out for any detox program to work. Herbal Detoxification Generic diets for detoxification are good, but may not stimulate the liver, lungs or the kidneys as much as one would like. Therefore, herbal cleanses are indicated when we want to hone our cleanse to a "sharp edge" and be organ specific. Of course, herbs are foods too and provide one with vitamins, minerals and enzymes for excellent nutrition. Herbs are powerful, because they may be combined together to fortify those herbs that aid specific organs. For example, herbal combinations that aid the liver may be found in many organic food stores. The list below shows how herbal combinations help the various organs. Herbal Combinations Liver LIV-A Dandelion, red beet, liverwort, parsley, horsetail, birch leaves, chamomile, blessed thistle, black cohosh, angelica, gentian, goldenrod Kidneys Uva ursi, parsley, dandelion, juniper berries JP-X Parsley, uva ursi, marshmallow, ginger, goldenseal, dong quai, cedar berries Lungs LH Comfrey, marshmallow, mullein, slippery elm, senega, Chinese ephedra While herbs may be taken at any time, they are best for detoxification purposes when they are used with a good diet also. It does not make any sense to take herbs to cleanse the liver if the bowels are clogged with junk or refined foods, since the liver dumps its toxins into the bowels. And while detoxification diets are effective by themselves, they may be reinforced and speeded up with herbs, which stimulate the eliminative organs. Herbs may be used as teas, powders or extracts. Powders are usually encapsulated for easier swallowing, but are best when taken with meals and digestive enzymes. Extracts may be used when specific herbs are needed, but may be extracted with alcohol, which we need to avoid. Herbal teas are easily made and easily taken all throughout the day. They are mild and gentle and sometimes refreshing and sometimes bitter. Experimentation may be in order until one develops the right tea to drink. Herbal teas is a topic in itself, since there are so many and different ways to make them. Example Herbal Cleanse Rising Drink a glass of lemon water or drink a glass of water with added: one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and one teaspoon of blackstrap molasses Morning Drink a glass of water with psyllium husk powder (follow with another glass of water). (Note from Chet: be sure to use pure water. Click here for details on the inexpensive but quality filtering unit I use and recommend.) Meals Take 2-3 multi-digestive enzymes Take liver herbs In Between Meals Drink herbals teas which support the liver, including Dandelion/licorice/ginger/fennel Note: Following a good diet is mandatory for herbs to work optimally. See section on diets for detox. Skin Cleansing Detoxification should include some type of skin cleansing, because our skin it one of our best eliminative organs. Heavy metals are actually released through the skin's pores when we sweat. Sauna baths and steam rooms are great for removing toxins from the skin and regenerating one's health and energy. It has been documented that our skin's sweat glands when combined can perform as much detoxification as one (or both) kidneys. Therefore, it is very important to support our skin for detoxification to be maximal. If our kidneys are damaged, then helping the skin will help the kidneys ... indirectly, but effectively. Good skin care is in order, if one's health is to benefit, also. Using chemicalized skin care products is not wise, even though they are cheaper. These chemicals may be absorbed into our circulation and provide more "toxins" for our liver to deal with. We are not made out of cast iron, and even the chemicals in our soaps and shampoos will make a difference with our health. Most people do not "see" the ill effects of these subtle chemicals, because their liver is able to metabolize them. But, individuals who are environmentally toxic will see a great change in their health when using natural soaps and shampoos. We should take their advice and use only natural skin care products also. Cleansing our skin is rather simple. First, we need to bathe daily using natural soaps. Then we need to care for the skin by using only natural oils and products of natural origin. Even the clothes we wear can make a big difference in our health. Synthetic fibers do not absorb sweat (toxins), while natural fibers, like cotton, will absorb toxins. Dry skin brushing helps in removing the outer dead skin layers and keeps the pores open. Another good method of skin brushing is with vigorous toweling off after bathing. Towel roughly until the skin is slightly red. Change towels often because they will contain toxins. Good skin care also requires good nutrition.[ii] Since our skin is mainly fat, we need high quality fats and oil from natural sources to give our skin health. Butter and olive oil are two excellent natural oils, which keep the skin in good condition. As always, the fats/oils should be natural ... only. Detoxification Baths Use 1/2 cup of baking soda or use 1/2 cup of Epsom salt or use 1/2 cup of sea salt. Soak for 15-20 minutes and then scrub the skin gently with soap on a natural fiber. Within a few minutes the water will turn murky and "dirty." The darkness to the water is heavy metals coming out of the skin (aluminum and mercury). Do this once a week during detox and once a month for maintenance. Juice Fasting Fasting with vegetable juices can be another excellent way to develop good health and cleanse the body of toxins. Juices, minus their pulp (fiber), contain an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and enzymes. When the pulp is not added, one is able to drink more juice than they are able to eat. For example, one can easily consume the juice of several heads of lettuce in one sitting, but may not be able to eat the lettuce whole. This allows the body to get an abundance of nutrients with minimal processing (digestion). Fasting on mono-juices also allows the body proper time to process these juices and helps to preserve our valuable digestive enzymes. Juice fasting has helped many people over come serious diseases like cancer, because it gave them optimal nutrition and allowed the body to cleanse itself of toxins. [According to many nutritionists, cancer is merely a toxic condition.] With some juicers, the pulp is discarded, but it may be saved and added back for fiber (not too much). Juices contain good sources of antioxidants and enzymes, both of which are needed for cleansing and eliminating toxins. Juices are also easy to digest and help those with digestive problems. Flora Our bowel flora is also important for detoxification and normal health. Probiotics is the term given to the normal bowel flora, which are taken as supplements. It has been found that these normal flora actually defend our body from the pathogenic species of bacteria and perform many vital functions, such as detoxification of toxic chemicals and making valuable vitamins (mainly the B vitamins). When our normal flora are present they secrete mediators in which the pathogenic forms cannot grow. But the reverse is also true, that when the pathogenic forms take over, they will exclude the normal flora with their toxins. Many scientists feel that it is the toxins secreted from the pathogens and not the pathogens themselves that create disease. The ability of all bacteria to change and grow under specific conditions of their immediate environment is called pleiomorphism. Cell wall deficient forms are "bacteria" which lack a defined cell wall, yet have all the specifications of being bacterial-like. Even viruses have been found to exhibit morphological forms, which resemble bacteria and fungus. While this is not widely accepted by modern medical scientists, it has been proven beyond a shadow of doubt by eminent scientists, like Virginia Livingston Wheeler, Irene Diller, and Royal Rife. Their microscopic studies have revealed that bacteria and viruses and fungus may be all different forms of the same organism, differing only by the environment in which they are grown. Antibiotics kill off the good bacteria as well as the bad and allow the bad to repopulate and develop antibiotic resistance. Natural forms of antibiotics are better, since they do not kill off the good bacteria with the bad and do not allow drug" resistance to take place. Garlic, for example, is perhaps, 200 times more effective against pathogens than most antibiotics today. And it does not produce antibiotic resistance forms, which is a danger to all our health. As antibiotics become more widely used, more antibiotic resistant forms will be encountered. Herbal antiseptics and anti-bacterial tonics are far better and less dangerous to our over-all health, because they do not kill of the good bacteria with the bad. Replacing our natural flora is a good step for preventing disease and keeping our bowels healthy and populated with normal flora. Taking probiotics containing Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidus can help us in our detox program and also in repopulating the gut after a cleanse. Our normal healthy flora should be a part of any detoxification program. Antioxidants The use of antioxidants, like vitamins A, E, and especially C, are very essential for detoxification since they are involved with the detoxification of toxins. Antioxidants are involved with helping cells to neutralize free radicals that can cause mutations and cellular damage. As these free radicals are neutralized, the antioxidant vitamins will be used and exhibit low levels. Vitamin A and E are fat soluble and will be found in our fat tissues/stores, but vitamin C is water soluble and will be found mainly in our skin (between the cells according to Reams). Vitamin C is also involved with many other important bodily functions, like collagen formation, wound healing, energy production and fighting off colds (viruses). The function of antioxidants is so important that any deficiency of them will be seen as catastrophic to one's health. When our antioxidants are low, energy is not available and detoxification cannot take place in a normal fashion. Therefore, toxins accumulate or are stored until they can be processed. The liver and many other organs are compromised in their functions when antioxidants are low. Just the lack of energy is enough to cause the body to have compromised or poor health, because it is energy that is required for the removal of toxins and wastes. Vitamin C should be taken with bioflavinoids to ensure that all the components of the vitamin C complex are taken together, since they work together. Pure ascorbic acid is called vitamin C, but does little by itself. We tend to think that ascorbic acid as vitamin C, but it is only part of the vitamin C complex. Vitamin C is very essential to any detoxification program, because that is what the body uses for energy to process and eliminate these toxic wastes. Vitamin C can be taken in very high doses until the bowel tolerance level [bTL] is achieved. This BTL is different for different people. Some persons reach tolerance at 4-5 grams (4,000-5,000 mg), while others may not reach tolerance until 10-15 grams (10,000-15,000 mg). Cancer patients notorously can take 20-30 grams (20,000-30,000 mg) of vitamin C before tolerance is reached ... meaning that they needed more vitamin C than most people. By taking vitamin C to its tolerance level we find out 1) what our BTL is and 2) how saturated our body is with Vitamin C. Vitamin C was found by Linus ing and Ewan Cameron to be very effective in helping many patients to over come that killer disease, called cancer. Perhaps, this was because vitamin C was needed for detoxification of toxins, which "caused" the cancer in the first place. Although ing and Cameron were greatly criticized for their work with vitamin C, they were able to help many people overcome cancer and without compromising their health as toxic che Enzymes The use of enzymes in detoxification is important, because the body needs an adequate supply of enzymes, not only for digestion, for also for detoxification.[iii] Enzymes are best obtained from fresh raw fruits and vegetables, but may be taken daily with meals as nutritional supplements of multi-digestive enzymes. Enzymes in our food helps us to digest that food, but many foods today are processed, refined, heated (cooked), radiated and stored, which destroys enzymes and leaves it non-vital.[iv] Foods with enzymes destroyed will have a longer shelf life, but will not give one health when it is eaten. Fresh raw fruits and vegetables are the best source for enzymes and help to give one vibrant health. Enzymes are also used by the body in detoxification of toxic substances. The liver is the source of most detoxification enzymes, which it must make, or store. To aid the body in removing and eliminating wastes and toxins, enzymes are best taken in between meals. This way they do not get involved with digestion, but go to the liver and to the blood for detoxification. Many therapies have utilized enzymes for improving health and enzymes have long been the key to many detoxification therapies which have helped many to over come that dreaded disease, cancer. Kelley, Gerson, Moerman, and Neiper used alternative nutritional therapies with enzymes for curing cancer. The famous Wobe Mugos enzymes from Europe were utilized with Laetrile therapies for cancer. Never was Laetrile give alone, but was used with vitamins, diet and enzymes. This made the Laetrile therapy very successful in the 1970s. If cancer is a toxic condition, which many feel that it is, then taking enzymes will help it. And it does. The use of raw foods in many detoxification diets are using the enzymes found naturally in those foods. Additionally, these raw foods provide fiber and, with proper food combining, will not waste the body enzymes reserves. Preserving enzymes is the key to over coming disease and living to ripe old age and remaining healthy. Yes, vitamins and minerals are important, but vitamins are enzyme co-factors and many minerals are use to activate enzymes. Therefore, the vitamins and minerals themselves are only augmenting the role of the enzymes which are detoxifying toxins and supporting metabolism. Enzymes also help the bowels in cleansing, because they liquefy the bowel content, which makes transit much easier. The role of enzymes in digestion is to break down foods for digestion and absorption. When foods are broken down they become more liquid and the bowels move much easier and faster. Transit time is decreased and our health is increased when toxins are removed and eliminated. Perhaps, this is a link to breaking the "constipation chain." Enzymes are the key to health. Preserve our enzymes and we will be healthy for a long time. Bowel Cleansing Keeping the bowels clean and moving is a major step in regaining our health since the bowels are crucial in the elimination of toxins, especially those processed by the liver. [The liver dumps in to the bowel via the gall bladder.] This is why one hears a lot about the bowels, and bowel cleansing. In severe cases, enemas and colonics may be needed to breakup and washout long-standing bowel encrustations. Diet may do the same thing as an enema or colonic, it will just take longer. Also, one should be very diligent in repopulating after a total washout of the normal flora and probiotics will be necessary to restore that balance. Constipation is a national pastime and slow bowels are more common today than years previous. For one thing, people not only ate better 100 years ago, they were more active and got out doors more. When the bowels slow down, toxins are not eliminated and are reabsorbed and carried back to the liver for recycling and elimination. Reabsorbed bile salts have been linked to increased cholesterol levels; therefore, cholesterol is a major indicator of constipation. Also, when the bowels get slow and toxin levels increase, the pathogenic microorganisms grow to out-number the normal flora causing dysbiosis. Although flora is needed to correct this, it is the clogged bowels that are the major problem. When the bowels move again, everything else will fall into order. Our endocrine glands that control metabolism are also involved; since it is our thyroid that controls metabolism and metabolism affects how our bowels are functioning. In this way, constipation can be seen as a symptom of hypothyroidism. Low body temperatures (a symptom of hypothyroidism) are very common today ...although they are not "normal" ... as many authors have reported. One major factor in low body temperatures is the suppression of thyroid function by heavy metals, like mercury, which binds to our thyroid hormones and renders them inactive. Eliminate the mercury and the body temperature is likely to return to normal. The easiest way to get the bowels moving is by using a high fiber diet consisting of fresh fruits and vegetables. Sometimes, one may add extra fiber during the day by drinking a glass of water (juice) with psyllium husk powder. The extra fiber adds to the bulk of the stool and decreases the bowel transit time, which means better toxin elimination and better health. It makes sense that if one can eliminate toxins their health will improve. One of the best ways to improve the bowel function is with herbal remedies that act as bowel stimulants or laxatives. These products range from the very mild - slippery elm - to the stimulant - cascara sagrada- to the very harsh - aloes and senna. Everyone may react differently to these products, so they should be taken cautiously at first. Some persons may take two aloes with no effect (meaning they are heavily blocked), while others may take a mild herbal and get a much greater effect than most. Herbal bowel combination formulas are excellent because they not only stimulate the bowels to move, but give the bowels the nourishment it needs to move on its own. Herbal formulas should not preclude a wholesome natural diet, since diet comes first in matters of health. One should not become overly dependent on herbal laxatives, since they deplete potassium and may be "addicting" as some authors claim. Yet, herbal products play a key role in getting the body to eliminate toxins by stimulating the eliminative organs like nothing else can and, therefore, cannot be ignored. Herxheimer Reaction The Herxheimer Reaction occurs when the body is detoxifying too rapidly and toxins are being released faster than the body can eliminate them.[v] When this occurs, one will suffer from headaches, nausea, vomiting, and malaise. Even though this is but a short period of the health program, it can be severe and deter one from reaching their intended goals. Also, the person may not know what they are experiencing and think that they are regressing. To minimize the Herxheimer Reaction Drinks lots of pure water Get minimal exercise daily Lots of sunshine Take detoxification slowly... one step at a time Don't increase the dose of herbals Keep the organs of elimination (bowels, lungs, skin, kidneys) open Take detox baths Use aromatherapy oils for aches -like peppermint, birch, and wintergreen Sweat by using exercise, saunas, baths, and herbs Avoid foreign chemicals and refined processed foods If the Herxheimer reaction occurs, cut back on your health detoxification program. Reduce the dose of herbs and follow the above outline to reduce the symptoms of toxin elimination. The more toxins there are to eliminate, the sicker one is when they come out. Generally, one will feel better when all is over and health is restored again. Just remember, don't give up. Conclusion Detoxification may produce symptoms of headaches, nausea, malaise and vomiting due to the toxins being released [Herxheimer Reaction]. If this occurs, one should back off the program and proceed slowly. Proceeding to fast with detoxification can have disastrous results when toxins are released into the circulation. Our body should be primed and ready to eliminate toxins before they are released. We do this by getting the bowels working, keeping the skin clean and getting the kidneys and lungs operating. Only by having all organs of elimination in proper operating order can our body begin to dump toxins efficiently and maximally. Keeping the skin clean and healthy is of prime importance also. Detoxification is essential for good health to exist. Our body must eliminate toxins daily or we would die immediately. Since our environment is more toxic today, our livers are over stressed with environmental toxins to deal with daily. Processing other toxins, when the liver is stressed, may be delayed. Detoxification is also a lifestyle change. For it is by the way we live that determines our health and how our liver processes toxins. Detoxification is easy if we eat a wholesome natural organic diet and live life in a natural way. But for those who want their cake and eat it too, detoxification may be compromised. A change your lifestyle may be needed and detoxification will be forthcoming. Nature has afforded us the chance to live in a toxic environment and not be affected by it. Of course, we have to live right to get that chance. Without detoxification we may not get a second chance. Good health is within our reach, but first we must cleanse this "temple" and eat a wholesome natural diet that provides us with maximal nutrients and fiber. Herbs can help us stimulate the liver, lungs, kidneys and bowels when needed, but diet is the first priority in any detoxification program. Don't become overly dependent on herbal laxatives. When toxins are released one may feel bad for a day or two, but when our good health is restored we will have renewed energy and will "soar on the wings of an eagle". Many people living today have never known what good health "feels" like. They survive with an abundance of toxins and an existence less than healthy. Good health is not hard to find, but does require diligence and life style changes which are compatible with toxin elimination. Sir Winters Says, "Death begins in the colon." With good toxin elimination through natural detoxification programs our health and energy are restored. . "The Best Way to Detox," Jill Ruttenberg, Natural Health, Oct 1999, p 88-92, 152. [ii]. Aubrey Hampton, Natural Organic Hair and Skin Care, 1987, Organica Press, Tampa, FL 33614 [iii]. Harold Loomis, DC, Enzymes: The Key to Health, Vol 1, The Fundamentals, 1999, 21st Century Nutrition, Madison, WI [iv]. J Cichoke, DC, Enzymes and Enzyme Therapy, 1994, Keats Publishing, Inc, New Canaan, CT [v]. 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Guest guest Posted June 11, 2004 Report Share Posted June 11, 2004 --- In , " jwwright " <jwwright@e...> wrote: > FYI: This subject of Detoxification has come up before and I thought I'd pass on this description of what the body does, from: (please scroll down) > > Pizzorno: Textbook of Natural Medicine, 2nd ed., Copyright © 1999 Churchill Livingstone, Inc. > Chapter 50 - Detoxification > INTRODUCTION >> The concepts of internal cleansing and detoxifying have been integral to naturopathic philosophy since the profession's inception over a century ago. The problem of " toxicity " has grown as the number and quantity of poisonous compounds in the air, water, and food have increased. A substantial and growing body of research now supports the significant impact on health of acute and chronic exposure to endogenous and exogenous toxins and the efficacy of an individual's detoxification mechanisms. >> Proper functioning of the liver's detoxification systems is especially important for the prevention of cancer. Up to 90% of all cancers are thought to be due to the effects of environmental carcinogens, such as those in cigarette smoke, food, water, and air, combined with deficiencies of the nutrients the body needs for proper functioning of the detoxification and immune systems. The level of exposure to environmental carcinogens varies widely, as does the efficiency of the detoxification enzymes, particularly phase II. High levels of exposure to carcinogens coupled with slow detoxification enzymes significantly increases susceptibility to cancer. I was poisoned by very low levels of formaldehyde, a carcinogen, between 3/2002 and 3/2003 (defective new carpeting). By the time the cause of my illness was discovered, my antigens to formaldehyde were 350% above normal safe limits. The elasticity of my lungs had been virtually destroyed, and my oxygen/carbon dioxide diffusion was only 32%. (25% is certain death.) I refused conventional medication (prednisone)because it would have further compounded my problems. Through diet, exercise, and refusing to give-up, I have reduced my supplemental oxygen need from 6 liters per minute (24/7) to 4 liters per minute. I have increased my oxygen diffusion from 32% to 42% and my lung elasticity by 10%. There is no way of knowing if improvement will continue...but I can hope. (BTW, the carpet was tested and is still gassing off formaldehyde two years later!) There is one answer I cannot get...no one seems to know. What is the possibility that the formaldehyde circulated in my body? If it did, my liver, spleen, and kidneys may also have been compromised as I was told that these organs are the most impacted by formaldehyde . I am not fighting for longevity but for my life. I don't make statements (even the ones that this group might label 'anecdotal')lightly. I spent about 12 years overcoming the effects of a genetic liver disease only to now have to fight this! I smile and try to think positive. If I don't, I would give up. Just when life should be good (we are empty nesters planning to have some fun), I am attached to a 50'oxygen umbilical cord. I cannot leave my home without a backpack carrying a 20# portable oxygen unit. I don't have the energy or desire to find a reference for everything I might want to contribute. If this is required so that I am not accused of being a 'quack', there is no point to my being in this group. I appreciate the fact that you did take the time and post the requisite 'proof' which, while I personally believe as 'common sense', could be labeled a theory by those that want ABSOLUTE proof. Yes, I have my degrees in the holistic field. In the years that I have been studying, experimenting on myself and helping others, I have learned a lot. In the beginning, I rejected most of the holistic claims. Then, for a period of 7 years, I gave them tentative credibility. While getting my degrees and doing additional studying on my own, I began to question some of the most widely held 'truths' in the alternative dietary fields (veganism, raw-foodism, etc). Eventually, I came to my own personal conclusions. Some I accept (because they have proven true in my life through personal experimentation and because I have seen others have similar experiences to my own). Others I rejected for the same reason (could not be duplicated). For still others I am withholding judgement until I feel there is more substantial evidence. > > >> So here we have an actual description what detox is all about in the real world that takes place all the time. Some interesting info in this book. Notice the glutathione conjugation. It is known that fasting lowers glutathione so I wonder how fasting aids detox. Many holistic practioners believe that fasting speeds up the detox process by relieving the body of the need to digest and assimilate. mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2004 Report Share Posted June 11, 2004 My sympathies to you in your courageous fight. I hope you sued the crap out of the carpeting manufacturer and made a fortune (even though money can't compensate for your health) . And your husband (or whoever else was in the household) was not affected??? on 6/10/2004 9:06 PM, marymassung at marymassung@... wrote: > > I was poisoned by very low levels of formaldehyde, a carcinogen, > between 3/2002 and 3/2003 (defective new carpeting). By the time the > cause of my illness was discovered, my antigens to formaldehyde were > 350% above normal safe limits. The elasticity of my lungs had been > virtually destroyed, and my oxygen/carbon dioxide diffusion was only > 32%. (25% is certain death.) I refused conventional medication > (prednisone)because it would have further compounded my problems. > Through diet, exercise, and refusing to give-up, I have reduced my > supplemental oxygen need from 6 liters per minute (24/7) to 4 liters > per minute. I have increased my oxygen diffusion from 32% to 42% and > my lung elasticity by 10%. There is no way of knowing if improvement > will continue...but I can hope. (BTW, the carpet was tested and is > still gassing off formaldehyde two years later!) > > There is one answer I cannot get...no one seems to know. What is the > possibility that the formaldehyde circulated in my body? If it did, > my liver, spleen, and kidneys may also have been compromised as I was > told that these organs are the most impacted by formaldehyde . I am > not fighting for longevity but for my life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2004 Report Share Posted June 11, 2004 > --- In @ I don't have the energy or > desire to find a reference for everything I might want to contribute. While I sympathize with the difficult time that you have gone through, and the physical difficulties you continue to face, I have to mention that finding references through PubMed or other online sources is not all that physically taxing. Surely not more than extensive typing, since once the reference is found it can be cut and pasted. This group places a high value on research based information. As a PhD, you surely must understand why research backed info is more valuable than andectotal. By the way, what college did you attend? I did not know that WHO accredited colleges (per your earlier post.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2004 Report Share Posted June 11, 2004 I am sorry to hear about your health issues and wish you the best. Seems like you have a great attitude inspite of everything. >>. I don't have the energy or desire to find a reference for everything I might want to contribute. I dont think it is neccessary for everything. Its the things that are said that are suprising or unusual to others where proof is requested. As someone mentioned, these days, obtaining data on the internet is a breeze. Doesnt really take any time or effort. Whats that saying, extraordinary claims require extraordinary proof? And, as we have seen, the comments you made on the compostiton of breast milk, which was suppposed to come from the WHO, were incorrect as cited by recent WHO documents.. Same with the protein. Same with the protein density of nuts. >>If this is required so that I am not accused of being a 'quack', there is no point to my being in this group. I appreciate the fact that you did take the time and post the requisite 'proof' which, while I personally believe as 'common sense', could be labeled a theory by those that want ABSOLUTE proof. I didnt ask for absolute proof. I only asked for " any " references or " any " documentation for what you said. Its not an all or nothing question and doesnt require an all or nothing answer. You were very adamant about the percent fat in breast milk and its composition. I dont want absolute proof, just one source, reference, or document that says breast milk is unchanging in its composition and has a fat content of 4%. >>Yes, I have my degrees in the holistic field. Well, several people have now asked, and I am also curious and will also, what exactly is this degree in that you keep mentioning and from where did you get it? I also dont know of any school accredited by the WHO as thats not their business. And, if you got a PhD, than you know the value of references and documentation, cause you cant get a PhD without an extensive and exhaustive literature review on a topic. I personally dont know of any PhDs in the " holistic field " granted by accredited universities. I could be wrong but a search of s, the most comprehesive database on the internet, also revealed none. >> For still others I am withholding judgement until I feel there is more substantial evidence. See, we agree. We are all looking for the same thing. Substantial evidence. Thats it. No less. No more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2004 Report Share Posted June 11, 2004 I submit, they may believe that, but it's only because they don't know the right things to eat. I have a "holistic" belief, if you will, that the human survived many environments perhaps worse than we do today and is equipped for many things, and all we need to do is keep the food going into that body in proper amounts and the body will overcome it. For example, we are now surviving the tetraethyl lead produced in massive quantities and introduced into the environment by engines for many years. It undoubtedly causes many birth defects, but all we can do is find the right foods and keep adapting. I don't see how "common sense" would indicate starvation as a cure for anything, although reduction in calories may slow up some forms of cancer. The one article I can find on fasting for HTN is silly, because the same thing can be achieved with weight loss without fasting. I will allow there may be some people who simply cannot eat less, but they can turn off the hunger by not eating - a natural phenom. Let me restate that MY post was to elucidate detoxification as it occurs 24hrs per day in the human body without the aid of "holistic" practioners. Any other detox required should be by a doctor in a medical facility. The word detoxification, a word misused, IMO, by "fasting" promoters. And let me add, folks who promote "nonmedical" practices and align themselves with the vegetarian movement, totally removes credibility from vegetarianism, IMO. AFA your formaldehyde problem goes, that will be up to you to find the solution. Perhaps a "detox" group? Regards. BTW, I'm not a vegetarian. I do Ornish (mostly). "except for the little bit of meat I eat". "which is only when we eat out". "which is maybe 3 times per week". I got that from my 80yo bro. ----- Original Message ----- From: marymassung Sent: Thursday, June 10, 2004 8:06 PM Subject: [ ] Re: detoxification Many holistic practioners believe that fasting speeds up the detox process by relieving the body of the need to digest and assimilate. mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Detoxification Many, if not most people, begin transitioning to a raw food diet when they are severely ill; some do so when they are attempting to recover from minor nagging illness symptoms; and still others make the change when they are free of symptoms. In all of these conditions, once the body begins to assimilate a higher proportion of natural raw foods, it initiates detoxification and health-building actions since it is always striving to establish a higher state of wellness.The new, enzymatically-active live raw foods with their nutritious, energizing sugars cause the body to spring into action, utilizing much of its energy in cleaning house: purging debris, shedding old inferior cells, and using the new raw nutrients to build a completely new, healthier body. It is recommended that the transition be made gradually, to avoid triggering the uncomfortable symptoms that can accompany a drastic cleansing process. As long as there is vitality, the opportunity exists for the body to rejuvenate to a far more vigorous level of health. Results are often noticed within 24 hours of beginning a new healthful regimen.Detoxification is a self-purifying process which the body carries out at all times, but most aggressively during the early to late morning hours. It is advantageous to eat lightly in the morning. Heavy foods eaten at this time suspend the cleansing process, keeping us toxic, and, in some cases, overweight. The process of "detox" entails: 1. the cells off-loading metabolic wastes and environmental toxins into the bloodstream for filtering by the liver and kidneys for elimination, and 2. the organs of elimination (bowels, kidneys, lungs, skin, vagina) releasing metabolic, environmental and residual food wastes via feces, urine, breath, sweat and menses. Toxins are also expectorated in mucus via the throat and sinuses.Under normal conditions of healthful living and natural diet, the body is able to eliminate metabolic wastes and other environmental pollutants through its normal organs of elimination. However, under chronic excessive bombardment with unnatural dietary fare, environmental pollutants, emotional stress, and/or overeating on even good natural foods, the body’s eliminative capacities are not equal to the task, and a buildup of toxins increases as the days and years go by. This condition, called toxicosis, leads to accelerated aging, fatigue, illness, and, in many cases, to obesity. In this condition of toxicity, which is particularly likely if one has lived on a diet of foods such as cooked meat, dairy, bread, and junk foods, the body harbors sticky and insoluble debris and waste matter on artery and bowel walls, as well as in the bloodstream, tissues, bowels, and organs.Fortunately, the body is a magnificently designed masterpiece of self-regulation and self-healing, always striving to establish and maintain purity and wellness. When a toxic load becomes too dangerous for the body, it intelligently enacts a detoxification/elimination/purging/housecleaning event or phase, manifested by any of these "symptoms": sore throat, inflammation, fever, skin outbreaks, coated tongue, mucus expectoration, body aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Malodorous body wastes and underarms are signs that toxic putrid fermented matter and acids are being eliminated. During the detoxification phase, many people experience lightheadedness and headaches as the body stirs up and dumps toxins into the bloodstream for processing and elimination. During a thorough detox, unhealthy fat, cysts and even tumors are also broken down (autolyzed) and eliminated. As toxins are stirred up and released, the body relaxes and people also typically experience short-term symptoms of mental-emotional detox: mood swings, depression, sadness, anger, and crying.When the organs of elimination are weak and/or overloaded, the body will resort to eliminating toxins through any convenient outlet it can find: e.g., the eyes, ears, throat, vagina, skin (sweating, rashes and suppurations), sinuses, and scalp. When we experience any of these signs of elimination, we typically feel fatigued and sleepy, as the body is directing much of its energy toward accomplishing the housecleaning. At such times, it is always wise to assist the body by heeding the calls for extra rest and sleep. All of these "symptoms" will diminish and then vanish when the body is sufficiently cleaned out, providing we adhere to a healthful lifestyle regimen.In conjunction with the heightened detoxification action, the body works at repairing any damage, regenerating new cells, rejuvenating and restoring wellness. The repair work mostly occurs when we sleep. When there is damage to be repaired and rejuvenation to be accomplished, the body needs extra sleep. We typically feel weak and need plenty of extra sleep in the beginning stage of the rejuvenation phase. If the toxemia, physical damage, degeneration and emotional distress is severe, this phase may last for weeks or months. It is important to understand that the symptoms of the detoxification and rejuvenation process signify the workings of the awesome rejuvenative power of the body. It will help the process if we appreciate the workings of the body and do everything possible to assist it in its healing processes. We can do this by taking a break or a sabbatical from our normal routines, obtaining plenty of extra sleep and rest--if necessary, complete rest--as well as eating simply, until the work is sufficiently accomplished and we experience new vigor and vitality. It would be ideal to take the sabbatical at a comfortable health center or retreat with fasting supervision, juicing, deep rest and hygiene education.If we persevere through the uncomfortable detox symptoms, get extra sleep and rest when feeling tired or unwell, and resist covering up symptoms with medicines (which only add more toxins to the system), we will arrive at a wonderful state of well being in the quickest time possible, and in the process, we will learn invaluable lessons about how the body works to restore health. Some of the rewards include freedom from illness, sweet smelling breath, no body odors, easy and inoffensive elimination, shinier, thicker hair, clearer eyes and skin, more mental energy and clarity, better memory, more joie de vivre, slimmer belly, no cellulite, greater stamina, deeper connection to spirit, and finding a mutual attraction with healthy, vivacious people like ourselves. Through healthful living practices which keep our bodies clean inside and free of energy-robbing toxic matter, we can ensure a healthier, longer, more vital and youthful life, free ourselves from disease and aging, and tap into the wellspring of joy within.From Living Nutrition Magazine Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Start your day with - make it your home page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 PERFECT!!! I've been working with my cousin who has tonsil cancer. Of course NOW he wants to clean up his act! Oh well, better late........... Anyway I've had him doing lots of green smoothies, raw foods, etc... but he's freaking out because he doesn't feel good. Hmmmm, let's see you have chemo and radiation every day and you changed your eating habits and you gave up smoking......see the hmmmmmm? Thanks for this, Suzanne. Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Yep, he's already doing Essiac. He's got a feeding tube so taste shouldn't be an issue. Shari ----- Original Message ----- From: Suzanne health Sent: Monday, July 25, 2005 5:54 AM Subject: Re: Detoxification You're welcome!! Start him on essiac also Shari. SuziSV <shavig@...> wrote: PERFECT!!! I've been working with my cousin who has tonsil cancer. Of course NOW he wants to clean up his act! Oh well, better late........... Anyway I've had him doing lots of green smoothies, raw foods, etc... but he's freaking out because he doesn't feel good. Hmmmm, let's see you have chemo and radiation every day and you changed your eating habits and you gave up smoking......see the hmmmmmm? Thanks for this, Suzanne. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Max doses?? even 3 times a day if necessary.SV <shavig@...> wrote: Yep, he's already doing Essiac. He's got a feeding tube so taste shouldn't be an issue. Shari Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Start your day with - make it your home page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Who knows. He's in New Jersey, I'm in Washington. He's also about 200 pounds overweight and up until his diagnosis he was a heavy meat eater, smoker and drinker. I just know what he tells me and we haven't discussed his diet. This is what I said "do you want me to come back there and teach you how to eat?" No reply. None, nothing, not even "no". His mother, my aunt, seems to think he's going to die in the next couple of months because of what people are telling her. You know how folks get with horror stories when someone is ill. I just answer their questions the best I can and ask a few for myself here and there. Thanks for all your help, this is truly a great group. Shari ----- Original Message ----- From: Suzanne health Sent: Monday, July 25, 2005 10:39 AM Subject: Re: Detoxification Max doses?? even 3 times a day if necessary.SV <shavig@...> wrote: Yep, he's already doing Essiac. He's got a feeding tube so taste shouldn't be an issue. Shari Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ Start your day with - make it your home page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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