Our bodies are exposed to many chemicals throughout the year. In fact, according to The Hearty Soul, the average person is exposed to 2.5 billion pounds of toxic chemicals per year!
Over time, the toxins in our bodies reach a level that can lead to a number of symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, or various other ailments.
However, we do not have to sit by and allow our bodies to suffer the consequences of our surroundings. Instead, we can choose to do a detox. This process is when we rid our bodies of waste. Let’s talk about common signs that your body needs a cleanse and the simple processes to accomplish it.
1. Headaches
It is true that headaches can be attributed to a number of issues such as low hydration or stress. However, according to Healthy Food House, toxins in the body can irritate the central nervous system thus resulting in headaches.
2. Bad breath/yellow teeth
Yellow teeth and chronic bad breath may be a physical signs of a chemical buildup in your body. Your body can naturally detoxify chemicals, but because each person is unique, some people’s bodies are capable of detoxifying more quickly and thoroughly, according to The Hearty Soul.
3. Fluid retention
When poison doesn’t escape your body, it can cause your body to not work properly. For example, if your body begins to swell or if you have congested sinuses, it could mean too many chemicals in your system according to Dr. Sara Gottfried, MD.
4.Muscle pain
Poison in the body can impact your muscles and joints. If you are feeling chronic pain and have ruled out other potential issues, the answer may simply be that your body is trying to cope with too many toxins.
5.Low energy
When your body has an overload of toxins, you can feel extreme exhaustion that can’t be curbed by rest.
6.Insomnia
Do you have a difficult time falling asleep and staying asleep? It could mean that your body is telling you that it needs a detox. According to Healthy Food House,when toxins build up in your system, it can impact the circulation which can lead to insomnia.
7.Excessive abdominal fat
Stubborn abdominal fat could be a cry for help from your liver. According to Save Our Bones, your belly may look swollen or hold on to fat if your liver is swollen or dysfunctional. A telltale sign is when fat appears in the upper stomach.
8.Overheating/sweating
Your liver will often be the first part of your body that tries to warn you that you need to detox. Symptoms such as profusely sweating could be an indication from your liver that your hormones are off kilter due to an overload of toxins in your body, according to Save Our Bones.
9.Chemical sensitivity
According to Dr. Sara Gottfried, MD, if you are sensitive to alcohol consumption or if certain scents make you anxious, it could be your body indicating that you are in need of a detox.
How to Detox If you have the symptoms above, you may benefit from a detox. Here are a few ways that you can do it.
Epsom salt soak– The Healthy Food House indicates that the elevated levels of magnesium found in Epsom salt can greatly improve the body’s ability to detox. Add 2 cups of Epsom salt to a warm bath and soak for at least 15 minutes three times per week. However, the article does warn that this method should be avoided by those who suffer from a heart condition or high blood pressure.
Eat vegetables – Dr. Sara Gottfried, MD indicates that eating broccoli, cabbage and brussel sprouts can promote a healthy detox and reduce estrogen dominance.
Green Tea – Healthy Food House describes the benefits of drinking three cups of green tea per day. The antioxidants found in the beverage will help stop free radicals from taking over the body.
Exercise -You should try to workout at least five times per week to promote cardiovascular health and eliminate toxins through sweating.
Sauna– According to The Hearty Soul, allowing your body to sweat profusely three times per week can help your body eliminate toxins.
What do you think of detox? Share with your friends to find out what method they use.
RESOURCES: REMEDY DIALY, SARAH GOTTFRIED MD, THE HEARTY SOUL, HEALTHY FOOD HOUSE, AND SAVE OUR BONES