Natural Detoxification

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by Dr. Marcus Laux

Published 02/04/09

Detoxification is a hot topic these days. After all, we can no longer ignore the effects that the toxins we take in have on our bodies, no matter how “clean” we try to live. And there’s no denying it, our toxic load keeps getting heavier and heavier. Take a look at a few facts and you’ll see what I mean:

Mankind has invented no fewer than 10 million new chemicals, approximately 3,500 of which are in your food, with an equal number in your homes and household products.
Since World War II, nearly 80,000 new synthetic chemicals have been released into the environment.
Over 350 different pesticides are used on the food we eat.
Roughly 300 known harmful substances can be found in most blood samples these days.
The average home contains 3–10 gallons of hazardous materials.
Detectable levels of dozens of long-lasting synthetic chemicals (e.g., DDT, plasticizers, dioxins, benzene-related solvents) are found in tissues of all living things on Earth.
In the U.S. alone, over 4 billion pounds of pesticides are used every year (that’s 8 pounds for every man, woman and child).
There are at least 5,000 chemical ingredients in cosmetics.

On top of all these external threats, the necessary, healthy processes in our bodies produce toxic byproducts. Take breathing for example—we inhale oxygen (normal and necessary) and exhale unhealthy carbon dioxide (harmful byproduct).

The bottom line is that, regardless of where the toxins originate, you want them gone. Proper detoxification can help replenish your energy levels; help keep your mind sharp; return a healthy glow to your skin; and, most important, promote long-term health and well-being.

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