DETOX

DESCRIPTION

Detoxification or body cleansing refers to the process of safely and efficiently eliminating the build up of waste and toxic substances from the human body. This practice/therapy can facilitate a return to a healthier and more energetic life.

PURPOSE

Toxicity is of much greater concern in the twenty first century than ever before. There are many new and stronger chemicals, and the majority of our planet’s cities are polluted. We ingest new chemicals, use more drugs of all kinds, eat unnaturally, and daily abuse ourselves with various stimulants and sedatives. The incidence of many toxicity diseases has increased as well. Cancer and cardiovascular disease are two of the main ones. Arthritis, allergies, obesity, anorexia, constipation and skin problems are others. In addition, a wide range of symptoms, such as headaches, fatigue, pains, coughs, colds, flu, bad breath, strong body odour, depression, gastrointestinal problems, and problems from immune weakness, can all be related to toxicity.

Clearly, the proper level of elimination of toxins is essential to optimal health. A normal functioning body is created to handle certain levels of toxins. In theory the human body should be able to eliminate waste matter and toxins efficiently through exhaling, sneezing, coughing, vomiting, moving the bowels, urinating, sweating, and by occasionally forming boils and pimples.

Unfortunately, our modern lifestyles lead to an excess intake and production of toxins, as well as to a reduction in the processes of elimination. As a result, detoxification can serve two main purposes. First, by helping the body to get rid of its toxic load, it enhances the body’s ability to perform its normal functions of elimination more efficiently. Second, it prevents toxic overload which can lead to discomfort and disease, from occurring.

When our body is clear, our mind is clear as well. We feel stronger, healthier and more alive. We feel more able to perform our tasks and confront the challenges that present themselves in our daily lives with greater resilience and sense of purpose. 

Body cleansing should ultimately be considered for what it is: essential body maintenance and finest health insurance. An essential anti-aging tool.

METHOD

The key to a successful detox lies in the application of a sequence of treatment modalities, encouraging toxin elimination from the body and above all taking the detoxification process to the point of genuine removal of toxic load.

At Aqua Zen we specialize in providing customized detoxification programs, integrating a wide range of different therapeutic elements: an ideal synergy of juice therapy, botanical and medicinal herbs, colon hydrotherapy treatments, mineral powders, skin cleansing techniques, oxygen therapy and natural food supplements for restoring long-term health.

PROCEDURE

Our body cleansing programs are designed by evaluating your medical history. Looking at your current state of health, symptoms and disease/s as an outcome of diet, lifestyle and inherent patterns, and then considering personal health goals, needs and abilities, we are able to determine the plan together. As is true with any healing process, the plan must be followed, re-evaluated, and fine-tuned to make it work to its best potential.

Detox programs can vary from a few days or weeks to several months. Genuine/deep level detoxification however does require effort - it is not a question of taking a pill which will magically detoxify the body. It does take considerable change in dietary regimen and usually supplement regimen to achieve the desired result. View detox promises 'the easy way' with the skepticism they deserve - there is no easy way, merely the effective way and the ineffective way. Remember when you are detoxifying that the goal is not just to reduce toxin ingestion (which we should all do most of the time anyway) but to actively and safely promote elimination of toxic residues from the body.

HEALTH BENEFITS

•	Digestive tract is cleansed of accumulated toxic waste and fermenting bacteria
•	Liver, kidneys, lungs, gallbladder and blood purification can take place that is not possible during regular eating patterns
•	Reduced dependency on habit forming substances such as sugar, caffeine, nicotine, alcohol and drugs
•	Absorption of nutrients becomes easier as removal of toxins is achieved
•	Body comfort, flexibility and weight problems are improved
•	Mental clarity, strength, endurance, emotional stability and personal enjoyment are enhanced as toxic and food overload is reduced
•	Complexion becomes clearer and healthier looking and eyes become brighter

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Experience of Detoxification: Not Always Pleasant

Many people judge the process of body cleansing as “dirty” or “wrong”. Diarrhoea, for example, is an efficient way for the body to quickly free itself from substances that are toxic or irritating. While many of us feel uncomfortable when we experience occasional diarrhoea, it is essentially a normal function of the body striving for health.

The process of detoxification enables the body to experience higher levels of cleansing through discharge. You may notice that your body odour is stronger, your urine may change its characteristic colour, and bowel movements may be darker, stronger smelling, and more frequent than you are accustomed to. Some people may even experience nausea, weakness, fever and headache.  While it is useful to monitor these reactions to detoxification, it is also important to respect the body’s process of discharge. By carefully applying the principles of detoxification, such reactions should be minimal and temporary.

Our professional and realistic approach to body cleansing will add to your comfort and willpower.