Posts filed under 'Detoxification'
The majority of people are chronically dehydrated. Dehydration can be quite pronounced even in an absence of thirst. In fact, the thirst mechanism becomes less reliable as dehydration increases. The thirst mechanism also tends to become less reliable with age.
As a bare minimum we should drink at least half an ounce for every pound of body weight. Thus a person weighing 160 pounds would require a minimum of eighty ounces or approximately eight glasses of water per day.
A fairly simple and accurate method to check if you are drinking enough water is to note the color of the urine. The urine should be extremely pale or clear in color. The urine being darker than this generally indicates dehydration.
Always remember to drink filtered or high quality spring water.
April 12th, 2007
Many symptoms are caused by food allergies. Foods high on the allergy list are: white flour, sugar, wheat, corn, soy, chocolate, soy, citrus, eggs and pork.
The elimination diet is the best way to find if you are allergic to one or more of theses foods.
The way to perform this diet is eliminate all of the above foods for one week. The foods are returned to your diet, one food per day, and reactions are noted.
January 15th, 2007
Sprouted Grain tortillas are yeast and sweetener free.
They are made from sprouted live grains and contain absolutely no flour. The brand I recommend is Ezekiel.
I suggest wrapping the tortilla around a generous portion of your favorite salad mix. You can use Annie’s Lemon & Chive or Goddess dressing–both are vinegar free and great for while on a diet to cure Candida overgrowth.
You can also use the Olive and Flaxseed Oil dressing (see Oil and fats category)
August 3rd, 2006
Uses: Milk Thistle is the premier liver herb. Protects the liver from toxic drugs, chemicals and pollutants. Prevents free radical damage and stimulates the growth of new liver cells. Useful for liver detoxification, chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis of the liver, gallbladder disorders and weakened immune system. Also good for inflammatory bowel disorders, asthma, psoriasis, candidiasis and disorders of the spleen. This herb is esssential for a seven-point cleanse.
Dosage: 20 drops 2 to 4 times per day.
Cautions: None known
July 23rd, 2006
Olive leaf fights all types of viruses, fungi, bacteria and parasites. It helps stave off colds and flu.
It is good for virtually any infectious disease as well as for chronic fatigue syndrome, diarrhea, high blood pressure, inflammatory arthritis and hypercholesterol. It is a very useful component of a well-designed Candida program.
Dosage: 20 drops in a little water 2-3 times per day
Cautions: None known
July 22nd, 2006
Uses: Mullein is a soothing herb and it is an old-time remedy for bronchitis and dry unproductive coughs.
Because of its demulcent properties, it is also useful for asthma, hayfever and emphysema.
Mullein is also a wonderful addition to a seven-point cleansing program.
Dosage: 20 drops in a little water, 2 to 4 times per day.
Cautions: None known
July 18th, 2006
Red clover is a very useful and important herb for natural detoxification programs. It purifies the blood and fights infections. It it commonly used for bacterial infections, coughs, bronchitis, inflamatory bowel disorders, kidney and liver problems, skin disorders, and weakened immune system. It has expectorant, antispasmodic and relaxing effects. It is also helpful for psoriasis and eczema.
Dosage: 20 drops in a little water, 2 to 3 times per day.
Cautions: None known
June 12th, 2006
Fill a warm bath with 4 cups of Epson salt. Stay in tub until the water cools off to a slight chill. Add 6 drops of any of the following oils to facilitate relaxation:
Chamomile, lavender, rose or ylang ylang.
May 25th, 2006
Daily Detoxification Juice:
1 small cucumber or ½ large cucumber, 2 celery stalks,1 handful of parsley,1 granny smith apple (remove seeds), ¼ lime, 1 tablespoon flax oil, ¼ cup of filtered or distilled water
Opitional: 1 handful of watercress, 2 stalks of kale, 1 tablespoon of spirulina, 1 teaspoon of bee pollen
May 25th, 2006