Last time we looked at chemical sensitivities and about the various foods that can cause them. This time we’re going to look at different types of detox diets that you can try.
There are more types of detoxes than I can list, but these are some of the most healthful and popular.
- Juice Detox – This is literally what it sounds like. You make homemade juices from plants like peaches, cucumbers, and apples. You can even add greens to your juices to make them even more healthful. If you don’t have a juicer I highly suggest getting one, I use the Omgea 350VT
- Water Detox – A water detox is exactly what it sounds like. You fast and drink nothing but water. This is a difficult detox to do but one that, under the right circumstances, can be very helpful to figure out what is causing problems.
- Plant-Based Detox – Eating a whole food plant-based diet can work as a detox without having to suffer deprivation. Simply eat plants without a lot of additives, fat, sugar or salt, and you will reap the benefits.
- Raw Food Detox – This is also what it sounds like, but it doesn’t include raw eggs or meat. However, do eat raw plants, fruit, veggies, berries, and in some cases even honey. Enjoy these foods to your heart’s content. FullyRawKristina is a great resource for raw recipes.
- Elimination Detox – Cut out the foods you think are causing the problem such as dairy, gluten, fat, sugar, salt and so forth until you find the culprit. Remember, sometimes the culprit is a combination of ingredients, so don’t start adding things back until you figure out what it is. Then add food back slowly. Check out It Starts with Food and the Whole 30 Cookbook to get started.
Detoxes can be a very important part of determine what is causing your symptoms. If you have skin rashes, headaches, general fatigue, body pain, acne and other issues, trying a detox is important. If you do have diagnosed illnesses such as psoriasis, fibromyalgia, diabetes, and even cancer, a detox can make a huge difference in your life. If you have any pre-existing conditions, please check with your doctor before starting your detox.
My suggestion, try an elimination diet first, and then get stricter until you figure out what is causing your issues.
Next time we’ll discuss what juicing in particular can do for you.
Wishing you Health, Wealth & Success
-Z
