Is it time to give your body a little R & R (Reboot & Recharge)? If you’re anything like me, the craziness of the holiday season combined with sugary treats, comfort food and drinks, may have left you feeling like you desperately need to press the reset button. There truly is no better way than detoxing to wipe the slate clean, and start the new year feeling nourished, strong and clear.

Many symptoms may be relieved following a carefully planned detox program including:

What is Detoxification?

Our bodies detox regularly on their own as a part of normal organ function. For example, the liver and kidneys detoxify the blood. When these and other detox mechanisms of the body are overloaded, the process becomes less efficient and symptoms may begin to occur. Overloading can come from stress, emotional stress, trauma, exposure to toxins, over-eating or drinking, or just plain old age. Usually it’s a combination of a few.

Some who live a very healthy lifestyle may wonder, “Where are these toxins coming from?” Toxins may be internal or external. Environmental pollution and pesticides, hormones, and antibiotics in our food put stress on our detox organs. Internal toxins can arise as a metabolic by-product from improper digestion, imbalanced colon ecology, unresolved lingering emotions or stress.

Detoxification gives your organs a rest, so to speak, and allows for these detox mechanisms to repair themselves, facilitating alleviation of symptoms for greater health and well-being.
A comprehensive detox program includes dietary adjustments and restrictions, herbal organ detoxification support, daily moderate exercise, and detox acupuncture. Each person is different with individual goals and constitutions, so it’s best to have a qualified health professional work with you to create a plan that suites your needs.