Ask the Experts: What are the benefits of cleansing or detoxing?

Ask the Experts: What are the benefits of cleansing or detoxing?

Detoxification or “detox” is what our body naturally does to get rid of toxic or unhealthy substances.

Substances can build up in your body over time through air, food, water, personal care products or cleaning chemicals, stress, etc…  They can overwhelm your immune system and can be linked to fatigue, depression, allergies, obesity, and many more issues our bodies try hard to heal on its own.

The purpose of a detox program is primarily to support the organs of elimination (such as the liver, kidneys, skin, and lungs) so that toxins present in the body can be metabolized and excreted.

A good detox can help boost your energy, release excess weight, improved skin, and many more benefits!Helping your body detox can be done in many ways.  Here are six easy ways you can promote healthy natural cleansing:

6 Simple Body Cleansing Tips to Stay Healthy
1.)  Drink lots of water, especially water with lemon!
2.)  Eat more vegetables, fruits, and herbs.
3.)  Massage your skin to promote circulation.
4.)  Relax in a sauna to help sweat toxins out through your skin.
5.)  Exercise!  Move that body!
6.)  Take deep, slow breaths to help oxygen circulate more completely through your system.

Natural Cleansing Kit – All Done For You!
In addition to the tips listed above, you may want a deeper cleanse to get your body back on track. My favorite way to assist my body in a detox is a traditional Ayurvedic cleanse called the Kitchari Cleanse.  Kitchari is a delicious dish made of Mung Dahl beans, Basmati rice, Ghee and specific spices.  It is used in Ayurveda to give your intestinal track a rest for one week in order to reset your digestive system.  Kitchari is the main component of this food-based cleanse to help detoxify your body, and there is added support through a natural supplement named Triphala.  Triphala is a blend of three herbs that:

  • Assist natural internal cleansing
  • Gently maintain regularity
  • Nourish and rejuvenate the tissues
  • Support healthy digestion and absorption
  • Support the proper functions of the digestive, circulatory, respiratory, and genitourinary systems*

The kit comes with Triphala and all that you need for a complete 7 day cleanse!  I have a limited number of kits available, so please call me at (508) 320-5360 soon to order yours.  I’ll be happy to talk with you more about this cleanse and my experience with it in the past.  I share it with you because I feel great after the cleanse and hope it can help you as well!*

About Caroline Harris

Caroline of Conscious Touch Massage Therapy in Northborough is a former student of psychology and a professional dancer. Throughout her comprehensive career, she has gained a holistic view of the benefits of body movement in relation to the discipline of the mind, and how this allows a person to stay focused, centered and whole. Caroline studied at the Spa Tech Institute in Westborough, MA, where she learned the art and science of Massage and Polarity therapy. She completed 600 hours of training, developing expertise in areas such as Therapeutic massage, Relaxation massage and Polarity therapy. Furthermore, she strengthened her training by gaining expertise in Traditional Thai massage, CranioSacral therapy and Shirodhara therapy to further her clients experience. She also integrates cupping into her massage therapy sessions to treat congested areas of the body. With every massage session, Caroline and her team incorporate spiritual energy and heart into their techniques to maximize the effects of therapeutic touch. After 10+ years of a growing client base and countless appointments, the journey continues to help more clients heal.