This is a major topic, so I’m going to record a podcast about it, but I wanted to mention something crucial about detoxes: detox reactions. So, exactly what is a detox reaction? When your body begins to clean itself up, the flow of waste out of the cells and tissues of the body overwhelms the detox organs, usually the kidneys, and we feel horrible. When this happens infrequently, we feel a little bad; when it occurs frequently, we feel a lot bad. If you’re feeling very ill, you should focus extra attention on your kidneys and reduce or discontinue your detoxification efforts.

I’ve had several patients choose to simply push through the discomfort and come out alright. I do not normally encourage this, but it is an alternative that many people have taken, and they were better off as a result; however, I do not recommend it. When people experience a detox reaction, they often feel unwell. More bowel movements, more urination, stronger and worse odor to fecal matter and urine, low back discomfort, weariness, nausea, upset stomach, anxiety, they feel heavier, loose stools, jittery, and headaches are all common symptoms.

I usually tell individuals that if these annoying adjustments upset them just a little bit, they should go ahead and push through. If these issues become severe enough to disrupt your day, you should stop the detox and seek professional help. This does not imply that you are broken or incapable of receiving assistance; it simply means that we must approach the process with you in a different manner. Sometimes a bit more water, rest, turmeric, and a kidney castor pack are all that is required to get through the issues. It is critical, though, to stop if you feel like you are growing worse by the day.

It’s likely that you’re too sensitive to one of the ingredients in your medication, and your unique body chemistry necessitates a new approach. We can avoid this issue if they work directly with me and get tested, but it is always a possibility. Having said that, keep in mind that everyone’s body chemistry is unique. When medical medications are added, the unique chemistry becomes even more difficult to predict. Talk to YOUR doctor first about any detox programs, dietary modifications, major diet or exercise changes, or prescription adjustments.

This is a major topic, so I’m going to record a podcast about it, but I wanted to mention something crucial about detoxes: detox reactions. So, exactly what is a detox reaction? A detox reaction indicates that toxins are being removed from the body faster than your body’s major filtration system (bowls, liver, kidneys) can comfortably release them; this phenomenon might result in natural bodily system congestion. When this happens infrequently, we feel a little bad; when it occurs frequently, we feel a lot bad. If you’re feeling very ill, you should focus extra attention on your kidneys and reduce or discontinue your detoxification efforts.

I’ve had several patients choose to simply push through the discomfort and come out alright. I do not normally encourage this, but it is an alternative that many people have taken, and they were better off as a result; however, I do not recommend it. When people experience a detox reaction, they often feel unwell. More bowel movements, more urination, stronger and worse odor to fecal matter and urine, low back discomfort, weariness, nausea, upset stomach, anxiety, they feel heavier, loose stools, jittery, and headaches are all common symptoms.

I usually tell individuals that if these annoying adjustments upset them just a little bit, they should go ahead and push through. If these issues become severe enough to disrupt your day, you should stop the detox and seek professional help. This does not imply that you are broken or incapable of receiving assistance; it simply means that we must approach the process with you in a different manner. To get over the troubles, sometimes all it takes is a bit extra water, some more rest, turmeric, or a kidney castor pack. It is critical, though, to stop if you feel like you are growing worse by the day.

It’s likely that you’re too sensitive to one of the ingredients in your medication, and your unique body chemistry necessitates a new approach. We can avoid this issue if they work directly with me and get tested, but it is always a possibility. Having said that, keep in mind that everyone’s body chemistry is unique.

When medical medications are added, the unique chemistry becomes even more difficult to predict. Talk to YOUR doctor first about any detox programs, dietary modifications, major diet or exercise changes, or prescription adjustments.

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