We are constantly exposed to toxins. We eat food, drink liquids, and breathe air that contains many chemicals that are foreign and harmful to our bodies; artificial flavorings, additives, coloring agents, preservatives, hormones and rancid oils to name a few. Naturally occurring wastes produced by our body, free radicals are usually able to be handled. Too much exercise, excessive stress, and a toxic system can cause an over abundance of free radicals, putting a strain on body cells. This leads to premature aging, and affects our health.

Toxic bowels face us with the risk of being poisoned. Poor food choices, antibiotics, food allergies, constipation, etc. create a compromised state where the bowel is unable to rid the body of toxins so they are reabsorbed into the blood stream. This prevents normal cell activity, particularly in the brain and nervous system. Other organs of detoxification such as the kidneys, liver, lungs, lymph system, and skin become overworked and exhausted. Sickness and disease are often the results.

At first, symptoms of toxic overload may be mild. Fatigue, obesity, skin rashes, sore throats, sinus congestion, headaches, depression, hives, and frequent colds may all be symptoms of toxic overload. Many of these symptoms are mistaken for other health problems and are treated with medications that increase toxin levels. The root of the problem continues to be ignored.

Unfortunately, most medical doctors know little or nothing about fasting and will probably never tell you that your body's cells are loaded with toxins (5-10 lbs in the average adult body) that cause many acute and chronic sicknesses. Nor will they tell you that the key to wellness begins with fasting for detoxification. Luckily, there are health experts that recognize the value of this type of therapy. There are great natural cleansing and rejuvenation programs available that are easy, simple and gentle on your system.

Just as you change the oil in your car on a regular basis, cleansing your body should be done on a regular basis. Each time the seasons change is a good measure of time. It's summer! Now is a great time to do a cleanse! A cleanse is a great way to start a weight loss program too!

Deirdre O'Malley, L.M.T.
Essential Therapies
631-589-6680