Detoxification Dangers - Ten Things To Watch Out For
Mandy Robinson
You might not think this is important, but in today's day and
age everything around us contains harmful chemicals and
pollutants. It has never been more important to detoxify our
bodies to keep them healthy. It is said that by removing and
eliminating the toxins within the body, it can help protect
from disease and boost health. The process of detoxification
concentrates on our internal organs, especially those that
detoxify our bodies - the liver and colon in particular.
1. What Is Detoxification?
This term relates to the removal of toxins in the body, such as
drugs or alcohol. Detoxification treatments range from consuming
special foods like brown rice and organic fruits and vegetables
to herbal cleansing mixtures, to colonic irrigation.
As with any medical program, a doctor should be consulted
before starting. In addition, there are some precautions to
take before undergoing a diet detoxification. There are side
affects and certain groups of people should not use
detoxification programs at all. The following are ten things to
watch for when detoxifying your body and a list of those who
should not detoxification at all.
2. For Children And The Elderly
Those with eating disorders should not attempt detoxification.
Many elderly are already experiencing an inadequate immune
system and should not undergo a detoxification program. People
with diabetes or low blood sugar should also not attempt
detoxification programs. It is generally agreed that
detoxification should not be performed on children or the
elderly. Children and elderly are not good candidates for
detoxification. A doctor should be consulted first. Teenagers
need good nutrition and diets that involve fasting deplete
needed nutrition. Some diets such as detoxification can become
addictive.
3. For Pregnant And Nursing Mothers
Women who are pregnant or nursing should not undergo a
detoxification program. Detoxification depletes the body of
many important nutrients important to pregnant mothers and
those who breastfed. In addition, if using herbs, consult a
doctor. There are many natural herbs that should not be used
during pregnancy.
4. Spreading Infection
Those who choose to detoxification their body through colonic
irrigation should be aware of the risk of spreading infections
to the intestinal tract. There is also a danger of puncturing
the bowel from this procedure. During irrigation, up to fifteen
gallons of water or herbal mixtures are fed into the colon. The
colon is rinsed and the result comes out of another tube. There
is research to suggest that this procedure is neither safe nor
helpful to the body.
5. Prescription Drugs
If you take prescription medication, you are at risk if you
detoxify your body. Seek medical advice before attempting a
detoxification regimen. Master cleanser detoxification diets
should not be attempted without strict and severe consequences
unless under the supervision of a doctor.
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