While there are many methods to lose weight, few are as healthy and effective as cleansing the colon to remove toxins. There are some simple and natural ways to detox your colon, which should be followed up by a few adjustments to your lifestyle. By following these steps, you should have a lighter, cleaner, happier body, regardless of your current health. Talk with your doctor before beginning any detox program.
Step 1
Take bentonite and flaxseed supplements. Bentonite is a type of clay that forms into a gel when mixed with water. While in the colon, it binds toxic substances to it, which it can then transport out of the bowels. Flaxseed also absorbs and expands in water, helping to remove mucus and toxins from the system.
Mix 1 tbsp. of liquid bentonite and 1 tsp. of ground flaxseed in a glass of water first thing in the morning---30 minutes before eating---and at bedtime. These supplements can be found at any health food store. Be sure to drink at least eight glasses of water each day while doing this to prevent constipation.
Step 2
Drink plenty of water and juice. This is effective in more ways than one when attempting a cleanse. The most obvious is their helpfulness in carrying away unwanted toxins that were mobilized during the fasting process and removing them from your body. They are also important in preventing dehydration during this process. Also, many juices contain sugars that can assist in speeding up your bowel movements. Juices can also be a good natural source of vitamins and minerals that your body needs to stay healthy and keep its energy during the cleansing process.
Step 3
Eat a diet of mostly raw fruits and vegetables. Because processed and cooked foods tend to create or add to the toxins in the colon, a cleanse consisting of mostly raw fruits and vegetables is your best bet for cleaning out your system. Raw fruits and vegetables are high in fiber, which is possibly the safest way to remove unwanted toxins from your digestive tract. Also, they contain the vitamins, minerals, amino acids and enzymes necessary for a healthy body so you won't feel weak or unwell as you're cleansing yourself.
Step 4
Add a period of fasting to your detox regimen. Fasting can greatly speed up the process of detoxification and the rate of weight loss. There are different methods of fasting, like juice or water fasting, and fasting can last for differing lengths of time. Do some research and talk to a doctor before beginning a fast to determine if your plan is safe and healthy for your personal health situation.
Things You'll Need
- Bentonite supplements
- Flaxseed supplements
- Raw fruits and vegetables
- Water
- Juice
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