Simple Mantra for Body Detoxification

It is very important for us to have regular body detoxification, especially when the daily grind of life drains our mind and soul. Our body is aching and our energy levels are at its nadir. This is a signal for us to have all our bodily toxins to be drained out.

The plus side of undergoing a detoxification program will be a smoother, clearer skin, a sharper mind, revitalization of energy, a stronger immune system and a feeling of healthiness both from within and outside.

Defination of Detoxification:

Generally speaking detoxification may be defined as removal of toxic substances from the body. In other words it involves the cleansing and purification of blood by eliminating impurities from the blood in the liver, through kidneys, lungs, intestines, lymph and skin.

The first important step:

To begin with, it’s crucial to remove toxins from our body. For this the following items should be reduced or eliminated: cigarettes, alcohol, coffee, eating foods with saturated fats and refined sugars (cola and ketchup contains a lot). All these elements act as toxins in our body and in-fact act as barriers to our body’s healing process. Moreover, one also needs to reduce the use of shampoos, toothpaste, deodorants and cleansers. These regular household cleaners and personal health care products are mostly chemical-based. Most of these chemicals are inside us; and we never really fully eliminate them, unless we go for a detoxification program.

Different means of detoxification:

There are several means of body detoxification. It’s up to us to choose which suits our lifestyle and preference.

1. Juice fasting

A very effective way of eliminating body toxins is by consuming the juices of only fresh fruits and vegetables such as carrot, spinach, celery, cabbage, apple, pineapple and cranberry (avoid citrus fruits). This will not only reduce toxins, but will also provide loads of nutrients as well as enzymes. It will also lessen the intensity of the cleansing process and make the process that much easier. Liquid or juice fasting should be done usually between 1 to 3 days. In case of longer duration, medical supervision and careful assessment will be required.

The major benefit derived from juice fasting will be the resultant quick weight loss. A person will lose approximately up to 30-40 lbs on a 30-day juice fast. Moreover by juice fasting, a person will feel light and clean as well as gain in self-confidence.

2. Water fasting

As the sub-heading suggests only water is consumed during this fast. As a result the heavily utilized and bruised insides of our system, such as digestive tract and organs gets the much needed rest, allowing all of our energy for self-repair and strengthening of the damaged organs. Further it even eliminates toxin build-ups. Drinking only water, not only eliminates obstruction and aids in self-healing, it is also revitalizes and motivates us to make a new start.

3. Other Gentler Means of Body Detox:

Here are some gentler and safer means to detoxify our body. One can try out or incorporate these different methods as part our daily routine.

1. Change in diet

As far as possible include as part of our daily lifestyle whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables instead of packaged and fast foods which are high on fats and sugar. This will greatly help in maintaining good health.

2. Sauna bath

Sauna, a traditional steam bath is widely used in the cities especially as a regular part of body detoxification. The intense heat generated by a sauna causes the body to perspire profusely as a result all toxins in the form of sweat are removed from the body. It is a great method of removing chemicals buildups in fat cells. Saunas are usually combined with diet, exercise and nutritional supplements.

3. Skin Scrubbing or Brushing

In the combination with proper diet, exercise and nutritional supplements, skin brushing is another gentler form of detoxification. It removes old dead skin cells, stimulates the lymph system and draws out toxins through the skin. Care should be taken to use only a dry skin brush made of soft vegetable bristles.

Before taking a shower, lightly brush your feet in circular motion towards the chest area for a minute or two.

4. Yoga and ‘Dyana’ (Meditation)

By performing simple breathing exercise, the bloodstream gets pure oxygen. Thus our body gets the much needed robust energy and thereby greatly enhances the body’s healing process. Different breathing techniques and positions lightly massage the internal organs and stimulate them to slowly discharge toxins.

Conclusion:

The above cleansing methods is just a guide as to what can be done to improve one's health. It is however, necessary to know why detoxification is necessary in our lives and understand the different ways on how to detoxify the body, before one begins with the different programs.


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Health Chart For Everyone

Apples : Protects your heart, Prevents constipation, Blocks diarrhea, Improves lung capacity, Cushions joints.


Apricots: Combats cancer, Controls blood pressure, Saves your eyesight, Shields against Alzheimer's, Slows aging process.


Artichokes: Aids digestion, Lowers cholesterol, Protects your heart, Stabilizes blood sugar, Guards against liver disease.


Avocados: Battles diabetes, Lowers cholesterol, Helps stops strokes, Controls blood pressure, Smooths skin.


Bananas: Protects your heart, Quiets a cough, Strengthens bones, Controls blood pressure, Blocks diarrhea.


Beans: Prevents constipation, Helps hemorrhoids, Lowers cholesterol, Combats cancer, Stabilizes blood sugar.


Beet-roots: Controls blood pressure, Combats cancer, Strengthens bones, Protects your heart Aids weight loss.


Blueberries: Combats cancer, Protects your heart, Stabilizes blood sugar, Boosts memory, Prevents constipation.


Broccoli: Strengthens bones, Saves eyesight, Combats cancer, Protects your heart, Controls blood pressure.


Cabbage: Combats cancer, Prevents constipation, Promotes weight loss, Protects your heart Helps hemorrhoids.


Cantaloupe: Saves eyesight, Controls blood pressure, Lowers cholesterol, Combats cancer, Supports immune system.


Carrots: Saves eyesight, Protects your heart, Prevents constipation, Combats cancer, Promotes weight loss.


Cauliflower: Protects against Prostate Cancer, Combats Breast Cancer, Strengthens bones, Banishes bruises, Guards against heart disease.


Cherries: Protects your heart, Combats Cancer, Ends insomnia, Slows aging process, Shields against Alzheimer's.


Chestnuts: Promotes weight loss, Protects your heart, Lowers cholesterol, Combats Cancer, Controls blood pressure.


Chili peppers: Aids digestion, Soothes sore throat, Clears sinuses, Combats Cancer, Boosts immune system.


Figs: Promotes weight loss, Helps stops strokes, Lowers cholesterol, Combats Cancer, Controls blood pressure.


Fish: Protects your heart, Boosts memory, Protects your heart, Combats Cancer, Supports immune system.


Flax: Aids digestion, Battles diabetes, Protects your heart, Improves mental health, Boosts immune system.


Garlic: Lowers cholesterol, Controls blood pressure, Combats cancer kills bacteria, Fights fungus


Grapefruit: Protects against heart attacks, Promotes Weight loss, Helps stops strokes, Combats Prostate Cancer, Lowers cholesterol.


Grapes: Saves eyesight, Conquers kidney stones, Combats cancer, Enhances blood flow, Protects your heart.


Green Tea: Combats cancer, Protects your heart, Helps stops strokes, Promotes Weight loss, Kills bacteria.


Honey: Heals wounds, Aids digestion, Guards against ulcers, Increases energy, Fights allergies.


Lemons: Combats cancer, Protects your heart, Controls blood pressure, Smooths skin, Stops scurvy.


Limes: Combats cancer, Protects your heart, Controls blood pressure, Smooths skin, Stops scurvy.


Mangoes: Combats cancer, Boosts memory, Regulates thyroid, Aids digestion, Shields against Alzheimer's.


Mushrooms: Controls blood pressure, Lowers cholesterol, Kills bacteria, Combats cancer, Strengthens bones.


Oats: Lowers cholesterol, Combats cancer, Battles diabetes, Prevents constipation, Smooths skin.


Olive oil: Protects your heart, Promotes Weight loss, Combats cancer, Battles diabetes, Smooths skin.


Onions: Reduce risk of heart attack, Combats cancer, Kills bacteria, Lowers cholesterol, Fights fungus.


Oranges: Supports immune systems, Combats cancer, Protects your heart, Straightens respiration.


Peaches: Prevents constipation, Combats cancer, Helps stops strokes, Aids digestion, Helps hemorrhoids.


Peanuts: Protects against heart disease, Promotes Weight loss, Combats Prostate Cancer, Lowers cholesterol, Aggravates diverticulitis.


Pineapple: Strengthens bones, Relieves colds, Aids digestion, Dissolves warts, Blocks diarrhea.


Prunes: Slows aging process, Prevents constipation, Boosts memory, Lowers cholesterol, Protects against heart disease.


Rice: Protects your heart, Battles diabetes, Conquers kidney stones, Combats cancer, Helps stops strokes.


Strawberries: Combats cancer, Protects your heart, Boosts memory, Calms stress.


Sweet Potatoes: Saves your eyesight, Lifts mood, Combats cancer, Strengthens bones.


Tomatoes: Protects prostate, Combats cancer, Lowers cholesterol, Protects your heart.


Walnuts: Lowers cholesterol.

Realty scenario in Mumbai City - May '08

The realty prices in Mumbai which since past two years nearly touched the skies, is now showing signs of waning. However, a full blown correction does not seem to be on the cards. The current real estate scenario April - May 2008, if one were to make an impartial assessment is that prices of flats will be sluggish and will remain so for the next six months.Some contradict this viewpoint like Rajesh Mehta, a leading property consultant in Mumbai, who predicts "April and May are the key months as far as property deals go. If transactions do not pick up, prices of apartments will fall at least 10 to 15 per cent" (source blog.Indiaproperties.com)

While it is true that there has been more then 50% fall in sale of residential flats, but due to the 'iron hold' of the powerful builder's cartel, chances are prices won't fall. In fact, after hearing about prospective buyers postponing buying of flats in anticipation of fall in prices of flats, leading city developers called a meeting, discussed the scenario for the next few months and then coming to a consensus, jointly decided not to lower home prices until Diwali (Source TOI - http://www.propertybytes.com/)

There is another strong reason why the Mumbai builders are thwarting any attempt at lowering prices of flats and are not willing to sell their flat for less then 10K per sq ft. As of now lacs of buildings are going in for redevelopment, which means existing old buildings are demolished and reconstructed with additional flats being build. The builders have corpus funds out of which they are offering the old owner's attractive amounts plus life time maintenance, two years rentals with modern amenities thrown in. Subsequently their cost price for sale of the remaining flats too has gone up, thereby leaving them in no position to reduce the prices.

In the long run, if the government did on it's part, try to rein in flat prices, by cutting down TDR rates, stamp duty, registration and other charges then there is a possibility of these rebates being passed on to the beleaguered city buyers. But the moot point is … Will the government take such a bold step. Well, we'll have to wait and watch.

Important minerals required by the human body

Minerals are the inorganic substance that occurs naturally in rocks and in the ground. It has its own characteristic appearance and chemical composition. The three main functions of minerals are as constituents of the skeleton, as soluble salts which help control the composition of the body fluids, and as essential adjuncts to the action of many enzymes and other proteins. There are many different types of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, selenium, zinc, and chromium picolinate. The detail about each of these minerals and its usefulness for human body is given here in under:


Calcium :
Calcium is a major mineral, essential for strong and healthy bone and teeth. It also ensures the proper functioning of muscles and nerves and even helps your blood to clot. It is of great importance for growing children.Major sources of calcium are milk, cheese, eggs, dairy products, fruits, green vegetables, almonds, seaweeds (such as kelp, wakame and hijiki), nuts, beans and pulses, breads and fish. The deficiency of calcium can affect bone and teeth formation, while its excess can lead to kidney stones.

Magnesium :
Magnesium is an important mineral that helps the body to maintain its muscles, nerves, and bones. It is also useful for maintaining heart rhythm, energy metabolism and protein synthesis.The major sources of magnesium are spinach, nuts, seeds, whole grains, water, fruits and vegetables. The deficiency of magnesium can cause sensitiveness to noise, nervousness, irritability, mental depression, confusion, twitching, trembling, apprehension, insomnia, muscle weakness and cramps in the toes, feet, legs or fingers.

Potassium :
It is important in controlling the activity of the heart, muscles, nervous system and just about every Our bodies contain more then twice as much potassium as sodium (typically nine ounces versus four ounces). The major sources of potassium are bananas and orange juice. Some other sources include breads, cereals and other grain products. The deficiency of potassium can cause your muscles not to work properly and you will feel weak. The excess of potassium can cause an irregular heart beat.

Selenium :
Selenium is an essential mineral that functions largely in the form of proteins, called seleno-proteins, which act as enzymes and help prevent damage to cells in the body by oxidants in the environment or those produced by normal metabolism.The sources of selenium are seafood, some meats (such as kidney and liver), and some grains and seeds. The deficiency of selenium causes “Keshan” disease, a fatal form of cardiomyopathy (heart muscle disease). While its excess can cause reversible balding and brittle nails, give a garlic odor to the breath, and cause intestinal distress, weakness and slowed mental functioning.

Zinc :
Zinc is an essential mineral which is involved in the manufacture of protein and in cell division. It is also a constituent of insulin, and is concerned with the sense of smell.The sources of zinc are eggs, cereal grains, meat, liver, seafood and nuts. The deficiency of zinc can cause short stature, anemia, increased pigmentation of skin, enlarged liver and spleen (hepatosplenomegaly), impaired gonadal function, impaired wound healing, and immune deficiency. The excess of zinc can cause gastrointestinal irritation (upset stomach) and cause copper deficiency.

Chromium Picolinate :
Chromium picolinate is an essential mineral which plays a vital role in processing carbohydrates and fats. It also works with insulin (a hormone, produced in the pancreas) in assisting cells to take in glucose and release energy; that makes blood sugar available to the cells as our basic fuel.The sources of chromium are meats, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fats and vegetable oils. The deficiency of chromium can cause anxiety, fatigue, glucose intolerance (particularly in people with diabetes), inadequate metabolism of amino acids, and an increased risk of arteriosclerosis.