Detoxing your skin can be as simple and as difficult as you make it. Depends on who you ask right? Vegans would say to drink more green juice and take some supplements you probably never heard of. Meat eaters would probably say to include more greens.
Either way, we are all leaning in the direction of Mother Earth and natural remedies
Here are some simple effective and also rare ways to detox.
- Drink recipes to detox skin
- Techniques to detox the body
- Heavy metals and how to remove them
- DIY
- Gall bladder flush
- Ear seeds
This blog is all about implementing ways to detox skin and body without breaking the bank
WHAT IS SKIN DETOX?
Weight loss is closely linked to detox and ways to rid the body of toxins to feel great while losing weight. However, today we are going in-depth and getting a better understanding of how divas and also non-divas can effectively detox their skin to glow.
Detox means removing toxins, if detox is just removing toxins then this should be crazy easy to do right? AHHMMM YEAA , well that is if you know what you are doing .!
OK, so if you are not a naturopathic doctor then maybe this blog is helpful to you. So keep reading!!
How to know when your body needs to be detoxed?
Detoxification is important. Skin detox is necessary, Hair detox, liver detox, internal detox, detoxing even the environment you are in, and using chakras can be very beneficial
A recent study done by a Naturopathic doctor states that there has been no true clinical study of detox in the USA, however, detoxification is a real thing. According to J.Allen, there have been many processes of detoxification, some of which include
- Gastro intestinal detox
- Auto-immune detox
- fatigue detox
- Gall bladder
- Pre-pregnancy
- Cancer
- depression
- liver
- Weightloss
- Psychological detox
Doctors aren’t just performing these detoxes but they are saying these detoxes are crucial for health.
According to J.Allen, 92% of natural doctors perform all types of detoxification processes, using
- Cleansing foods,
- increased fruit/vegetable intake
- vitamin/mineral supplementation
- organic foods
- elimination diet
- probiotics
- Stool bulking agents/fiber
- reducing environmental exposure and liver
- gallbladder
- or lymphotropic botanicals, such as cholagogues (herbs that promote the excretion of bile),
- lymphogogues (herbs that promote lymphatic flow;
Detox is important when we find ourselves getting
- Extremely tired for no reason
- Experiencing unexplained pain
- Depression
- Extreme stress
- weight gain
- Craving unhealthy foods
- Acne
- Skin inflammation
- unexplained skin problems
Techniques to detox skin and body
- Masking
- Exfoliation
- Detox drink
- Activated charcoal
- Gall bladder flush
- Detox water
- Body brushing -click on dry brushing to read the entire blog. You will learn how to brush your legs to get beautiful summer legs, massage, detox, and antiaging methods by dry brushing.
- Lymphatic Massages
- Oil pulling – THIS IS COVERED IN DETAIL ON OUR NEXT BLOG
- Breathing to enhance detox
- Fasting
- Supplements for heavy metal removal.
- Sauna
- Herbs
For some people, a method might seem foreign but most of these practices have been around since 5000 years ago.
MASKING
Clay has been used in ancient times for health and healing. Today it’s used mostly for beauty and skincare where it’s used to achieve healthy glowing skin through detoxing. Most clays act as a barrier to pollutants, for eg bentonite clay acts as a protective barrier on the skin and prevents harmful toxins from penetrating the skin. Some public health researchers even believe dermatitis can quickly be soothed with bentonite clay than it would be from the well-known calendula.
EXFOLIATION -FIND IN-DEPTH READING CLICK HERE
DETOX DRINK
I can guarantee you, that if you type in detox drink right now on YouTube you will find every version of this drink, but the one thing you will find that’s common is the ingredients. It will mostly consist of juiced green vegetables with less sugar, and increased spices such as ginger, Tumeric, and citrus which is either lime or lemon.
- When one is detoxing, choosing your ingredients carefully is key. Vegetables should be of high quality, choose organic if you can.
- Next, make sure the fruits are ones that have very little sugar such as lime, lemons, grapefruits, cucumber,
- Then spice it up with ginger, turmeric, mint, or any herb.
GALL BLADDER FLUSH – This book I am recommending below is loved by many who enjoyed this cleanse Click here for the book recommendation
FASTING
The cheapest way to do a detox is through fasting, it doesn’t require spending any money. Dr. Jason Fung is known for this method. He encourages people to fast for weight loss and detox. He encourages most people to fast but there are people who shouldn’t fast.
- People with anorexic issues
- People who take medications that require them to eat
- People who are on medical watch or if a doctor advises not to fast.
- Otherwise, anyone between the ages of 15-90 years old can fast.
- Fasting is the period where the body is not digesting food because we aren’t eating, however, the body uses this time to release toxins, many doctors and toxicologist says the body can store toxins from food and daily lives, but when people fast it speeds up the removal of toxins due to the vast amount of antioxidant properties present during fasting.
SUPPLEMENTS
Some popular heavy metals that we are exposed to are :
- Lead
- Chromium
- Arsenic
- Aluminum
Some of the best and most popular supplements – they attach themselves to the toxins and remove them from the body.
- Chlorella -broken cell wall – these are sold at any health food store or Whole Foods
- Activated charcoal- these can be found in any health food store, Walmart, and of Course amazon
- Milk thistle -Walmart, Amazon, Whole Foods
- Fulvic acid- Walmart, Amazon, Whole Foods
SAUNA
According to researcher Margaret Sears, Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, and Mercury can be found in some way or another in a person’s body. These are, however, not good for us and detoxing can be good. These toxins are in our air, water, food, and physical environment,
But how can we use the sauna to get these toxins out?
Most of these heavy metals accumulate near the skin, Arsenic accumulates highly in the skin.
The heat in the sauna causes extreme sweating and opens up the pores. Therefore sauna bathing provides a therapeutic method to increase the elimination of toxic trace metals through sweating and through the skin.
DETOX WATER
Detox water has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its numerous health benefits. This drink typically consists of water infused with a combination of fruits, vegetables, and herbs, providing a refreshing and nutritious alternative to sugary beverages.
One of the main benefits of detox water is its ability to help flush toxins from the body. By combining certain ingredients like lemon, cucumber, ginger, and mint, detox water can provide a natural cleanse for your body, helping to eliminate harmful substances and improve digestion.
Another benefit of detox water is its ability to boost metabolism and aid in weight loss. Ingredients like grapefruit, apple cider vinegar, and cinnamon have been shown to help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce inflammation, which can ultimately lead to weight loss.
Additionally, detox water is a great way to stay hydrated throughout the day. By infusing water with flavorful ingredients, you can make it more appealing and increase your overall fluid intake. This can also lead to improved skin health, increased energy levels, and better overall health and well-being.
Overall, detox water is a simple yet effective way to improve your health and wellness. By incorporating this refreshing drink into your daily routine, you can experience a range of benefits that can help you feel better and live a healthier lifestyle.
EAR SEEDS
Most Doctors do not know about this method unless they are naturopathic doctors.
This is a method used to draw toxins from the body through points on the ears.
Naturopathic doctors have studied the points on the ear and based on the issue you are experiencing they will place the seeds in that specific area to remove toxins.
This is not an easy process to describe, but if you are interested reach out to a naturopathic doctor for assistance.
By no means we are saying the ways listed above are the only ways to release toxins, however, these are some of the most commonly known and researched ways.
Detoxing the body is crucial to living a quality life
Some Naturopathic Doctors state that people do detox not only for one reason they get more specific with different parts of the body. Liver detox, gall bladder, pre-pregnancy, cancer,pre-weight loss, and the list goes on. People detox to remove toxins that make them feel tired, stressed, overwhelmed, and have gut problems, skin inflammation, acne, and extreme sweet cravings. No one wants to barely live, we all want to live and live a life that is rewarding and happy. Try a small detox first to slowly introduce the body but first and foremost check with your doctor and if they approve, just do it. You will be happy you did!!!
Happy detoxing
As always the aim of this blog is to use research-based information combined with daily practices to provide you with factual, practical information that can be used every day.
References
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Sears ME, Kerr KJ, Bray RI. Arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury in sweat: a systematic review. J Environ Public Health. 2012;2012:184745. doi: 10.1155/2012/184745. Epub 2012 Feb 22. PMID: 22505948; PMCID: PMC3312275.
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