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A total body detox is an excellent prelude to a weight management or a lifestyle transformation program. It is also the means to begin the process of eliminating deep-seated toxins and pharmaceutical residues which may be the foundation of health problems.

Most important, however, it is a key means of preventing disease and an opportunity to rest and revitalize the body. As a preventative tool, it is advised to detox at least two or three times annually, depending on the nature of the detox plan used. Years of experience with detoxification has convinced me that a good detox program should be no less than three days.

A 3 day detox will work wonders in helping to start the cleansing process, and start removing systemic sludge and mucous from your system. But to feel the full benefit, a 7 day detox is really recommended as you will really give the cleansing process ample time to run its course. Whichever option to go for, I thought you might be interested in the benefits you can expect to see after a healthy detox.

increased mental clarity - a clean smelling body as the digestive tract is cleared of accumulated waste - a clearer respiratory tract as excess mucous is eliminated - a purer bloodstream, good functioning liver and kidney - glowing skin and complexion - better sleep - less dependency on habit-forming drugs such as caffeine, nicotine and alcohol - reduced stomach bulge and size - more energy for the lethargic person

If you can muster the willpower for a 7 day detox program, these benefits will be even more noticeable - so well worth the extra effort.

Preparing For Your Detox Program

If you eat a lot of red meat and dairy products, it’s a good idea to go on a 3 day vegetarian diet before your start any detox program. Edible seeds, unsalted nut and various beans can provide all the protein you need, along with various soy products including soy milk. If there’s anything you’re unsure about you should check with your physician or nutritionist first.

Basic Instructions While On The Detox

Firstly, keep away from tap water. Use coconut water, purified water or fit a high quality water filter to your water system at home - it does make a difference. You need to keep off any cooked food, and no dairy at all.

Only eat fruit and vegetables that are in season, and stay off sweeteners. You can use sugar cane or cane juice if you wish, but in moderation.

Check out the recipe below for Green Juice - you should aim to drink at least one glass of this juice every day. It contains a plethora of vital life enhancing nutrients including calcium, iron, vitamin C, folic acid, and is packed with cancer fighting antioxidants and phyto nutrients.

If you can afford it, aloe vera is great for detoxing (and every day health benefits). It’s a powerful skin healer and works wonders on your insides and digestive tract. The best time to take it is last thing at night before bed.

The immune booster consists of garlic (a well-known antibiotic) and orange juice. Additions of passion fruit or guava to the immune booster are optional but would greatly increase the vitamin C content of this juice. Instructions for these preparations are given below.

How To Make Green Juice

Ideally you’ll need a good quality juicer for this - alternatively you can simply blend the ingredients and strain afterwards. You’ll need purified, filtered or coconut water, lime juice, cucumber, fresh ginger, and then any green veggies: parsley, lettuce, celery, broccoli, okra, string beans, broccoli, callaloo, did I mention broccoli?

It doesn’t matter what green vegetables are used as long as the juice is green. Experiment until you find a green juice that tastes right for you. If you still have an issue with taste, then use extracted carrot juice instead of coconut water as the base. To make Aloe Vera Juice peel one third of an aloe leaf and blend in grapefruit or orange juice.