Of late, the spotlight has been focused on detoxification. Well it is process of eliminating toxins and impurities from the body. It has been an imminent part of Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine systems from centuries; detoxification is about resting, cleansing and nourishing the body from the inside out. By kicking out the toxins and loading in the nutrients, detoxifying can help protect you from disease and renew your ability to maintain optimum health.

Literally, detoxification is cleansing the body. This includes the process of eliminating impurities from lungs, kidneys, liver, intestines, lymphatic systems and skin. The detox process includes; resting the organs through fasting, stimulating the systems to clear out the toxins, improving the circulation and replenishing the nutrient stores.

Well it is advisable to detox at least once a year, keeping in mind the amount of adulteration and contamination of the environment. There are some signs that call for immediate detoxification; unexplained fatigue, mental confusion, allergies, irritated skin, puffy eyes, bloating and frequent episodes of illnesses.

The process is taken up by juice fasting, and it is NOT advisable for nursing mothers, children, and patients suffering from chronic degenerative diseases, cancer or tuberculosis; without medical supervision!

--Koya Satyasri