Why Do We Need to Detox?

As a consequence of living in the modern world, our bodies are exposed to a cocktail of toxins each and every day.

Sources of toxins include:

• Household cleaning products
• Personal care products – hair and skin care, cosmetics and deodorants
• Foods sprayed with pesticides, herbicides and fungicides
• Xeno (synthetic) oestrogens found in the oral contraceptive pill, personal care products, plastics containing BPA, growth hormones fed to beef cattle and fish, such as salmon
• Agricultural and industrial run off into waterways – contain traces of heavy metals
• Artificial chemical additives in processed foods
• Excess coffee and alcohol consumption
• Cigarettes
• Pharmaceutical and recreational drugs, e.g. antibiotics, pain killers, etc.

Exposure to excess toxins over time will eventually accumulate within our liver, kidneys, bowel and lymphatic system. Although these organs are capable of processing toxins for elimination, they are not designed to handle the degree of toxicity our bodies are now exposed to.

Many of us also fail to drink sufficient amounts of filtered water or consume enough organic fresh fruit and vegetables, whilst spending too much time being sedentary. Eventually our unhealthy lifestyle and dietary choices and excess exposure to toxins begin to impact our digestive function.  This can present in symptoms including bloating, flatulence, fatigue, weight-gain, skin conditions and changes to mood and sleep patterns. It’s safe to say that the majority of health ailments and diseases are contributed to and exacerbated by excess toxicity and a poorly functioning digestive system.

How do you know if you need to detox?

Do you suffer bad breath?
Are you carrying excessive weight and find it difficult to lose weight?
Do you commonly suffer allergies, sinus congestion or hay fever?
Is you complexion dull, dark circles under your eyes, or do you suffer skin conditions, including acne, eczema or psoriasis?
Do you experience PMS? (painful period / mood changes)
Do you regularly consume processed / fast foods?
Do you smoke cigarettes?
Do you consume caffeine daily?
Do you regularly consume pharmaceutical meditations, including the pill, anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, pain killers, or blood pressure or cholesterol medication?
Do you use chemical based skin care or hygiene products?
Do you regularly clean with common household products?
Are you regularly exposed to environmental pollutants from car exhausts and smog?
Do you wake up in the morning feeling sluggish or do you feel sluggish after eating?

If you answer YES to more than 3 of these questions, then this is an indication that your body would benefit from undertaking a detox.

• By embarking on a professionally designed, safe and effective detox program, you will be taking the first step in restoring your body to its optimal level of health. “In my clinical experience in treating over one thousand patients, 99% of these cases had their health restored through an initial liver and colon detox and then rehabilitate the digestive system – which is why I have devised these detox packs and why these detox packs are so effective” Sally Joseph.

• Each program will teach you how to adopt a balanced and preventative approach to your health, whilst being able to maintain your daily work and activities. You can even enjoy eating out at restaurants whilst on the program.

• Each detox pack includes a copy of Sally’s bestselling e-book Eat Yourself Healthy in 28 Days which includes 40 delicious healthy recipes, including  recipes for healthy snacks and deserts, so you will never feel deprived of yummy treats!

• After completing the detox program, your body will be able to handle the demands of a busy lifestyle without the negative effects on your health. You will also have a deeper understanding about what foods are good for you and those that are best avoided.

• If you would like to read more about detox, I have written post called ‘The Truth about Detox.’