Detox Your Life

Written by Michael

Kick-start your body with a detox routine

While detox diets are all the rage, doing one for several days, then going back to your old ways isn’t going to solve anything long term.

If you would like to kick-start your body with a detox routine, try reading a good book such as Paul Chek’s Eat, Move and Be Healthy. Paul will help you through the detoxification process as he covers everything including your thoughts, breathing, diet, exercise and rest. Keep this book as your reference guide. Alternatively, consider investing in a Paul Chek course run by Dr Cliff Oliver, that helps you work through your own health and take charge. (hgh.com)

Most people don’t know how to stand up straight. They either have forgotten or never learnt how. We’ve included a step-bystep posture sheet in this issue to help you find your natural stance. See Lose a Dress Size in 30 Seconds. Standing straight helps you to appear slimmer (always a benefit!) but it also ensures that your internal organs are properly aligned. Did you know that if you stand up straight, other people see you as a more confident person? If you would like to reap these benefits, try Suna Pilates (pilates.co.nz). Suna strongly focuses on getting your posture aligned and strong – not just during sessions but all day, every day.

your body:

Given the world of pesticides and over-farmed land we live in, it is nearly impossible to guarantee that our food and water are toxin-free. But every little thing helps. By increasing the quantity of fresh, high quality, organic food we eat, we help to reduce our exposure to poisons. Try sourcing your food locally in order to increase the freshness but also to lower your carbon footprint. But if you cannot get quality products nearby, then try these online companies:

ieproduce.com
familyorganics.co.nz
tidalfloworganics.co.nz
harmony.co.nz

You should also consider taking a supplement. Be careful, as not all supplements are created equal and if you take too many, you can accidently overdose on some of the ingredients. One hundred percent natural does not mean that it is 100 percent good for you. Remember, poppies are 100 percent natural but they produce opium!

If you are starting a detox, then try Bushlore Detox-Immune (bushlore.co.nz). This product is made entirely from herbs native to New Zealand. It is designed to support the immune system and elimination organs as your body detoxifies. Bushlore has other excellent products for treating problems such as adrenal fatigue. This condition affects a lot of people but is still largely ignored by doctors who diagnose stress! If you are tired all the time, lack energy and can’t get going without your caffeine, then you might benefit from this one.

Once you have detoxed and want to stay healthy, anotherrecommended supplement is Grainfields Acidophilous
(grainfieldsaustralia.com.au, available in New Zealand only at ieproduce.com). This is a daily supplement, and is available in either a powder called – aptly enough – Powder Plus, or a more concentrated version in the form of Lemon Ginger Liquid. Both forms provide your body with probiotics

It is almost pointless to start a detox without drinking more pure water. People drink when they feel thirsty but by this time, the body has already started to dehydrate. As your body cells are made up of at least 70 percent water, it is imperative that you consume more good quality water. Recent studies have shown that children perform better at school if they have access to and drink water during the day. Organic Living Water is the highest quality water currently available in New Zealand – try it out at organiclivingwater.com.

your home:

Spring has been associated with spring cleaning for centuries. This goes back to the old times when washing machines and other appliances we take for granted didn’t exist. Women cleaned their homes from top to bottom using little more than hot water and elbow grease. Thankfully, times have moved on. But recent studies have shown that cleaning products, whilst making your home clean, release toxic gases and poisons into your household. Touching these products can aggravate conditions such as eczema, whilst inhaling the fumes can cause problems like allergic asthma. You still need to clean your home but why not try products from companies like EcoStore. These products are produced without using harmful chemicals so are kind to both
you and your home. ecostore.co.nz

Unfortunately, spring and summer bring some unwanted gifts in the form of insects. Check your usual insect repellent – is it safe for pregnant women to use? If not, do you really want to use it around your home especially if you have children? You can use an alternative, which is made from essential oils
and herbs. It smells lovely and as it is 100 percent natural, you don’t have to worry about any possible side effects. Kiwiherb Insect Repellent (kiwiherb.com).

After all that cleaning, you are going to need a long, hot bath surrounded by burning candles. You can still enjoy this treat whilst not increasing your carbon footprint by using candles made from alternative products. Use soy wax candles – the Light of My Life range is amazing. Find out more at ieproduce.com. Don’t fancy a bath? Why not try a sauna to make you feel as clean on the outside as you do on the inside. sunlightsaunas. com offer solo carbon heater technology. This new type of sauna offers you all the benefits of the old type but without the unpleasant overheating effects we previously had to endure!

Detox your life and adopt a new, healthier lifestyle. Your body, your loved ones and the environment will love you for it.

By NZ Health and Fitness expert, SUSIE CLELAND