Detoxifying & Healing Herb Bath Recipes

Toxicity occurs when the toxins we take in and those that our body produces can not be broken down and /or eliminated.  As we age the body's ability to eliminate toxic substances can slow down.  Damage to the body's immune system and the detoxification system can prevent proper detoxification and lead to toxicity.  Toxins can be recirculated into the bloodstream and stored in the liver, body fat or other parts of the body.  These types of buildups and problems throughout the body can contribue to the development of chronic symptoms, serious illnesses, multiple chemical sensitivities and allergies.  Many chemicals are so widespread that we are unaware of them.  They can enter through the foods we eat, the air we breathe and through absorption through the skin.  The skin actually breathes, and as our largest organ can absorb a large quantity of chemicals and VOCs from the air around us, the water we bathe in and toxins from products used on our bodies and our clothing.  Proper function of the whole body is essential to encourage detoxification. 

Maintaining a healthy body can be promoted by the following:

• Drink lots of filtered water, more than 4 - 8 oz. glasses of water per day. Clean water is a priority for detoxification.  Use a water filter (Brita) to filter your water and change the filter often. Use a filter on your shower head and tap as well.  Your body absorbs toxins in the water through the skin.

• Movement.  Move regularly throughout your day.  ie. walking. 

• Eat plenty of fresh (pesticide, herbicide, additive and preservative free) vegetables and fruit. 

• Limit sugar and sugar derivatives, and compounds that can easily be turned into sugar (ie. processed & white grain products and alcohol).  Microorganisms and cancer thrive on sugar.

• Eat unprocessed foods.

• Eat whole grain products.

• Eat organic foods and meats.

• Have regular bowel movements.  Fat-soluble toxins are secreted through the bile duct.

• Get plenty of fresh clean air.  Open the windows in your homes and at work and change the air often (if outdoor air quality is good). Consider using an Environmental Air Sponge, air purifier and toxin removing plants to keep your indoor air clean.

• Eliminate negative stressors and get plenty of exercise.

• Avoid genetically modified foods.

• Avoid using a microwave or irradiated foods.

• Use "toxin free" personal care, feminine hygiene, laundry, household cleaning, lawn care, home renovation and building products to reduce the potential for absorption of additional toxins into the body. Visit the Nova Scotia Allergy and Environmental Association, Less Toxic Guide www.lesstoxicguide.ca/index.asp.  Check out what is in the personal care products you have been using at www.cosmeticsdatabase.com  .

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Detoxifying Herb Baths for Improved Health

• Herbal Detoxifying Bath recipes are specifically designed to promote the body to eliminate the toxins. Years of accumulated toxins can be eliminated.
• There are individual herbs and other ingredients that are best suited to promote the removal of specific toxins. These recipes have been developed as the result of using neuromuscular biofeedback on clients with various conditions, occupations and exposures. Many clients indicated feeling better even before completing the series of baths. Keep in mind that detoxifying can be accompanied by unwanted symptoms depending on the quantity, type and interaction of toxins being eliminated.
• A series of detoxifying herbal baths at specific intervals will aid in promoting the body to eliminate the toxins slowly and safely over a period of approximately 6 to 12 weeks.  The baths will also promote healing. Keep in mind that in the holistic approach to wellness, treatment is not symptomatic, which means that symptoms may not be alleviated until further healing has been achieved. You may need to continue on with symptomatic relief until further healing has taken place.

It is important to be under the care of a qualified healthcare practitioner while you are detoxifying.  There should be 3 days between any type of detoxification therapy (eg. herb bath, sauna, internal detox).  Your body needs 3 days in between to make fine adjustments between therapies.  It can be very dangerous to speed up detoxification.  Certain types of detoxification may be contraindicated due to age, medications or other health conditions. 

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