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Detoxing means in other words the elimination of toxic substances from body, by using various techniques. Various organs of the body such as lungs, liver, kidney and skin are in charge to take care of natural detoxification. However, due to the high accumulation of toxins in our surroundings, these need a little help to perform their bodily tasks. Detoxing can also be made by artificial techniques such as dialysis, acupuncture and chelation treatments. Some other treatments like detox diets also claim that they can detox the entire body.

Detoxing through acupuncture. Detoxing can also mean drug rehab to deal with alcoholism and drug destructive addictions. The standard procedure in such types of detoxing involves total abstinence, in order to completely get rid of the drug from the body. Usually, social and environmental support is applied when dealing with this form of detoxification. This type of support is needed to avoid withdrawal and depression. A non drug detoxing method broadly used is acupuncture detoxing. Acupuncture was very effective in this matter, especially throughout the 70′s cocaine invasion in America. It calls for a five point auricular process, developed in America by Dr Michael Cruz. Presently in America, this acupuncture treatment and training is provided with the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association. Research has discovered that patients may complete the therapy and avoid drugs and alcohols forever after.
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Do you know why the rich and famous spend thousands of dollars on 3-days detox spa and detoxification holidays? Find out how the Chinese and Japanese achieve a similar detox health effect for a lot less dollars!

What is foot reflexology?

Reflexology is an ancient natural therapy which utilizes energy zones on the hands and feet to provide relief for a variety of illnesses as well as to energize the body system. It has been in practised in China for thousands of years and till today, remains a popular and common therapy in China, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea and Thailand and is also increasingly popular in other parts of the world including Europe and USA.

Foot reflexology

The Chinese believe every meridian point in our foot reflex to a part of our body system

How does foot detoxification works?

It is widely known that the waste products(toxins) accumulated from the food we eat and the polluted air we breathe in contribute to many health problems to our body. When the waste products in our body reaches an excessive level, they can cause fatigue, restlessness or other health problems.
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Detox and detoxification are very common words in our society today. In the drug addiction world (treatment and use/abuse) it usually means getting off drugs or not using drugs. To others it means removing toxins or poisons from the body most often with a colon cleanse. There is nothing wrong with a colon cleanse. It will detoxify the colon. The body has a very complex detoxification system and very efficient detoxification system when it is working properly. Now let’s look at detoxification in the body.

The body was created with many levels of detoxification or cleansing of the body’s systems. The ability for the body to detoxify is a major determinant of a person’s health. Toxins are created in the body by our food intake especially those containing additives. The air we breathe contains toxins. Heavy metals are a major problem to some. Things like solvents, pesticides, herbicides and other toxic chemicals add to the possibilities. Drugs of all kinds can add to the problem. The list could go on but I think you get the idea. Toxins are everywhere and affect our body functions, especially, if we are not aware of what we need to do to help this system of detoxification function better.

Once the body’s own detoxification system is overloaded, toxic metabolites may accumulate and we become progressively more sensitive to other chemicals some of which are not normally toxic. This accumulation of toxins can wreak havoc on our normal metabolic processes.

Detoxification of harmful substances is a continuous process in the body systems. The liver, intestines, and the kidneys are the primary organs of detoxification. How well this system functions is a determinant on how healthy a person is and how many harmful, or even substances that normally are not toxic but have become toxic, are present in the body. The body eliminates these toxins either by directly neutralizing the toxins or by excreting them in the urine and or feces. To a lesser degree some toxins are removed through the skin and by the lungs. The toxins that the body does not eliminate build up in the body tissues and are usually stored in the fatty cells in the body. Once they are stored in the fatty cells they may release back into the body at any time. When this happens it may create a problem for the body and cause the body (or a body system) not to function properly.
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Contrary to belief, the human body does have a way of detoxing on its own. Unfortunately, this process is initiated by the liver and over time your liver deteriorates and is no longer able to effectively cleanse the body. That is where detox foods come in.

1. Broccoli

Broccoli is one of the best food choices in the cruciferous family. While many other great detox foods can be found in this family, this one is the best because it is low in calories, nutrient rich and contains two crucial phytochemicals.

2. Blueberries

Blueberries have the highest antioxidant content out of all other fruits. This alone is nothing to sneeze at. Blueberries also are known for their positive influence on aging mainly due to the antioxidant anthocyanin, which kills free radicals.

3. Whole Grains

Detoxing causes some toxins to exit the body through bowel movements, and whole grains are packed with fiber that improves bowel function. Without good bowel function, toxins will remain in the digestive system for long periods and might be reabsorbed and processed again… this is not good! We want toxins out of our body as quickly as possible and that is why fiber is so important.

4. Green Tea

Green tea is rich in a catechin polyphenol called EGCG. EGCG is known to prevent cancer cell growth, abnormal blood clots and lower LDL Cholesterol. Studies have shown that people who drink green tea burn more calories and receive a greater metabolism boost than those who don’t.

5. Turmeric

One of the active ingredients in Turmeric called Curcumin is used in medicines that fight liver disorders. This will help improve your livers functionality by rejuvenating liver cells.

6. Garlic

Out of all the detox foods garlic is my favorite choice because it is delicious and can easily be incorporated into any meal. Garlic accelerates the excretion of aluminum, mercury and lead. Garlic also increases the ability of white blood cells to fight off toxins.

7. Lemons

This citrus fruit does more then just fight toxins like other detox foods are famous for. Lemons are also able to dislodge phlegm, destroy intestinal worms and cure constipation. Lemons are also capable of curing several deadly dieseases.
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Contrary to belief, the human body does have a way of detoxing on its own. Unfortunately, this process is initiated by the liver and over time your liver deteriorates and is no longer able to effectively cleanse the body. That is where detox foods come in.

1. Broccoli

Broccoli is one of the best food choices in the cruciferous family. While many other great detox foods can be found in this family, this one is the best because it is low in calories, nutrient rich and contains two crucial phytochemicals.

2. Blueberries

Blueberries have the highest antioxidant content out of all other fruits. This alone is nothing to sneeze at. Blueberries also are known for their positive influence on aging mainly due to the antioxidant anthocyanin, which kills free radicals.

3. Whole Grains

Detoxing causes some toxins to exit the body through bowel movements, and whole grains are packed with fiber that improves bowel function. Without good bowel function, toxins will remain in the digestive system for long periods and might be reabsorbed and processed again… this is not good! We want toxins out of our body as quickly as possible and that is why fiber is so important.

4. Green Tea

Green tea is rich in a catechin polyphenol called EGCG. EGCG is known to prevent cancer cell growth, abnormal blood clots and lower LDL Cholesterol. Studies have shown that people who drink green tea burn more calories and receive a greater metabolism boost than those who don’t.

5. Turmeric

One of the active ingredients in Turmeric called Curcumin is used in medicines that fight liver disorders. This will help improve your livers functionality by rejuvenating liver cells.

6. Garlic

Out of all the detox foods garlic is my favorite choice because it is delicious and can easily be incorporated into any meal. Garlic accelerates the excretion of aluminum, mercury and lead. Garlic also increases the ability of white blood cells to fight off toxins.
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