Detoxification

How Often To Detox
Detoxification is good once in four months. It should not be done without consulting a nutritionist with a study of naturopathy. Complete fasting should not be done at home. Do not confuse fasting with starving. Starving is destructive. Even a mild three-day fasting or detoxification should be undertaken for a cleansing process, and should not be done for the purpose of acquiring a flat tummy for a special party or an occasion or just to shed a few kilos.

Who Should’nt Detox:
Consult a qualified health professional to find out if a detox diet is appropriate for you. A detox diet shouldn’t be used by pregnant or nursing women or children. People with anemia, eating disorders, diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, lowered immunity, hypothyroidism, low blood pressure, ulcers, epilepsy, cancer, ulcerative colitis, underweight, or addictions to drugs or alcohol should not try a detox diet unless recommended and supervised by a primary care provider.

Side Effects Of Detox:
One of the most common side effects is headache within the first few days of starting the detox diet, maybe due to abrupt quitting of caffeine and tea intake. You should make the start more gradual than abrupt. Some people may experience excessive diarrhea, which can lead to dehydration and electrolyte loss. On the other hand, if people increase their fiber intake without consuming adequate water, it may backfire and cause constipation. If continued for a longer time, detox diets may result in nutrient deficiencies, particularly protein (some detox diets omit animal products) and calcium. Other side effects can include tiredness, irritability, acne, weight loss, and hunger. Any worsening of symptoms or new symptoms that occur during a detox diet should prompt a visit to a qualified health professional.