Natural Detoxification

Natural detoxification occurs when your body receives the appropriate amount of water, healthy foods and fiber. Roadblocks to natural detoxification occur when your lifestyle starts to take on the elements that are counterproductive to the natural detoxification process. These elements include the abuse of alcohol and other drugs, the lack of exercise and poor diet emphasizing processed, low-fiber, high fat, chemical-laden foods.

Natural Detoxification Methods

Water

The most important element in the natural detoxification process is water. Alcohol and even coffee (in large quantities) dehydrate the body and that is a major problem because water is needed to help the colon, kidneys and our skin to flush the waste that has accumulated. Many doctors recommend that you drink up to eight glasses of water a day.

Fiber

Increasing fiber is the next most important element in natural detoxification. Fiber forms into a mass as it moves through your system sweeping toxins and other poisons out of your system. You can get plenty of fiber from whole grain cereals and breads, a variety of beans such as kidney beans (found in chili) and from whole fruits and vegetables. Fiber will also help cleanse the colon.

Food for Natural Detoxification

That brings us to the next element of natural detoxification - fruits and vegetables. Stop frequenting the fast food restaurants and eliminate processed foods from you diet - TV dinners, packaged snacks like chips and cakes and foods high in fat, such as french fries and other fried foods.

Start introducing fruits and vegetables such as apples, pears, spinach, tomatoes, broccoli, asparagus, and cauliflower. Try to eat at least one serving for lunch and dinner and you can have a whole grain cereal for breakfast. Your system will thank you for it and you will notice that regular and healthier bowel movements are usually a result from changing your diet. Read more about detoxification diet.

Natural Detoxification Success

When you change your diet and your lifestyle - try starting an exercise program, too - the process of natural detoxification becomes much easier for your body. It won't be working overtime on something it should be able to do in an efficient manner.

Take the FIRST step to cleaning your colon

Cleansing your colon starts with eating a high-fiber diet and drinking plenty of water. This helps keep you regular and puts your body back on track.

But your body can't do it all.

When you're ready to cleanse your body of toxins and undigested food, then you're ready to take the next step in colon cleansing. Keep in mind that colon cleansing isn't for everyone – only for those who want optimal health.