21 Day Detox - The Simple Cleanse
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INTRODUCTION
What is a detox?
A detox is a cleansing technique that is designed to encourage the body to remove toxins. Toxins are natural and/or synthetic substances that accumulate in tissues and organ systems of the body. Eating a diet high in cholesterol will lead to blockages in the arteries of the heart. Similarly, mucus, other organic materials and inorganic chemicals accumulate in various organs and tissues of the body, causing waste removal systems to malfunction leading to serious illness.
Why detox?
The exposure to toxic chemicals interrupts normal bodily function. Pharmaceuticals, herbicides, pesticides, hormones, antibiotics, heavy metals, pollution, preservatives, dyes, fillers, cleaners, disinfectants and processed foods represent only a small percentage of the substances that we are exposed to on an hourly basis. After years of exposure to these agents the body can no longer keep up with their elimination, so they get re-circulated back into the bloodstream, damage the liver, and are stored in fats and many other parts of the body.
As toxins build up throughout the body, disease silently develops. The intestines acquire micro-ulcerations, acid imbalances, bacteria and fungal overgrowth, lesions, hyper-secretion of mucus, and many other problems. The liver becomes saturated with fatty acids and as cells die, bile flow becomes inhibited making the digestion of fats more difficult (so, no matter what you eat you gain weight!). The kidneys develop sluggish filtration causing the blood stream to stay acidic effecting overall body chemistry, immunity and mood. As toxins accumulate at the cellular level the skin becomes pale, wrinkled, and gray and loses its overall glow. Eventually, disease advances damaging all organ systems of the body.
When to detox?
In a toxic environment, detoxification is a matter of survival. In order to reverse serious illness, toxic accumulations must be removed to encourage healing. A healing plan that disregards the use of a serious cleansing technique may result in the gradual removal of some toxins, but in most cases detoxification is extremely slow or non-existent. The use of a detox technique can make the difference between a progressive healing plan and endless frustration. Detox catalyzes healing where medications, diet, yoga, exercise and meditation often fall short.
A good detox routine should occur 2 to 4 times a year. As the external world changes, so does the internal environment. As the planet moves toward an environmental crisis it will become more obvious that we are integrally connected to our surroundings. It is self-evident that the world around us is in need of nurturing. The greatest gift we can give each other is to heal ourselves. Now is the time to detox.
RIGHT NOW!
Where to detox?
Detoxification is a challenging endeavor. Often, people leave a detox with the feeling that something has changed within, that life has shifted. It is important to find a nurturing environment that is supportive of your challenges. If you can perform your cleanse during a vacation or on weekends take the opportunity. If this is not possible, it is best to pace yourself and clear space at home. Turn off the TV, unplug the phone, light candles, burn incense and spend some quiet time alone.
Do not involve individuals in your detox that are not supportive or understanding of your need to change. A detoxification is a quest or journey deep into the forgotten places within. In reality, only you can fully identify with your healing process. A community or group setting that is performing the same detox is most encouraging. It’s nice to know you’re not the only one with the need to cleanse. Stay close to home, rest and try to observe rather than interact. Detoxification is a process of regeneration.
Who should detox?
In spite of common thought, not just anyone should jump into a detox. All things that are challenging and life altering are preceded by a calling or desire to rediscover the self. While cleanses can be extremely healing, it is important to balance a detox with periods of rebuilding and strengthening using other techniques (i.e. yoga, meditation, supplements, etc.). Detox without a period of recovery will eventually weaken your immune system and your integrity.
The “detoxer” must be prepared to accept that there will be a “healing crisis.” My grandmother always said, “ things usually get worse before they get better.” While on a cleanse, the body will purge. The release of toxins will bring up physical and emotional trauma that will be reflected in certain symptoms. A healing crisis can last as long as an hour or a few days and often produces these symptoms:
Fever-chills
Headaches and other aches
Fatigue-weakness
Skin eruptions
Emotional irritability
Gas-bloating
Temporary constipation or diarrhea
Temporary loss of menstruation
Yawning-dizziness
Muscular tension
In most cases, it is important not to use drugs to suppress these symptoms, but instead, to encourage the release of toxins from the body. These symptoms are an expression of release and must come out. After all, whether emotional or physical, a release may not always be pleasurable, but it does lead to a change for the best.
If you are terminally ill, in the last trimester of pregnancy or emotionally unstable it is best to do a cleanse under close supervision of a holistic physician. Detoxification is as much a personal as a planetary journey. We all must eventually find our way back to health, if we wish to be happy. Healing is just a matter of time.
How to detox?
It is important to choose a cleanse that has incorporated some element of balance and flexibility. Select a cleansing technique that is not too extreme, but is also challenging. There must be some degree of challenge built into the technique if it is going to be worth your time. The most powerful life experiences involve a little struggle.
Work closely with a qualified holistic health practitioner that is familiar with the particular detoxification technique. The practitioner may be helpful in choosing the most effective method. They can advise you on some contra indications that may be important to your particular condition. If there are any problems, the practitioner should be able to make adjustments that may make your detox experience more powerful. It is always nice to have a guide on the healing path, especially since you are doing all the work.
There are many areas of the body that one can detox. The GI tract, liver, gallbladder, skin, lymphatic system, lungs, and kidneys are usually the organ systems in most need of a cleanse. The 21 Day Detox is a general cleanse that will catalyze regeneration in all of these systems. It is a technique that does not require expensive supplements, drastic diet changes or unusual machines. This cleanse gets progressively more challenging and is designed to work for any body.
You may or may not notice immediate improvements. In some cases, there have been total elimination of symptoms with just one cleanse. Just keep in mind that internal healing may be taking place even though there is no apparent external change. If you make the effort to detox it will have an effect on your life. Change is very often subtle, but profound.
DETOX PRECEPTS
Following a detox takes resolution. We encourage you to put forth your best effort and suggest these basic precepts to maximize your results:
I will refrain from all intoxicants for the full 21 days.
Intoxicants include over the counter medications, cigarettes, caffeinated beverages, marijuana, alcohol or any other recreational drug. These substances cause hormonal and metabolic imbalances that interfere with the body’s ability to regenerate.
I will refrain from all animal products for the full 21 days.
It is a fact that animal derived nutrition is a common source of toxic exposure. Livestock are raised on the same polluted air, food and water that we ingest. Eating animal products exposes the body to a concentrated toxic load.
I will refrain from the use of harsh chemical agents for 21 days.
The area under the kitchen sink, the tool shed, the garage and the bathroom medicine chest are commonly overlooked household poison zones. During a cleanse it not wise to use chemical agents that are often found in these areas.
I will refrain from dramatic interactions for 21 days.
A detoxification is a physical, mental and emotional experience. In an effort to conserve energy it is wise to avoid stressful situations. This is a good time to become more aware of our toxic relationships and how we deal with challenging situations.
I will reserve being judgmental for 21 days.
It does not serve the detox experience to judge our self and others critically. Anxiety is created when we are constantly critiquing our own performance. Vital healing energy is always expended when we assume that we know best for another person. It is challenging enough to provide for oneself.
I will listen to my intuition and rest as needed for 21 days.
This is the most important healing tool during a detoxification. Regeneration can only take place in a body that is not overworked. In the next 21 days, it is important to rest even when it seems inappropriate.
I will, to the best of my ability, give the 21-day detox a fair trial.
It is not possible to fully determine the effectiveness of any experience unless we see it through to completion. Every person derives value differently. It may take a couple of days, a week or even another detox session to address your unique condition. Give it your best effort; after all it’s only 21 days!
The 21 Day Detox- Modifications
It is possible for anybody to attain greater health through regular cleansing and detoxification. It is not possible, however, for every person to expect the same results. Each of us has a set of unique life circumstances that have a profound effect on the way we heal. It would make common sense then to customize any health regimen to suit ones individual situation.
Sometimes, an advanced program can hinder healing as much as it may seem that it could help. Here are a few suggestions for modifying the basic 21 day program in order to maximize the your detoxification experience. Honoring ones ability is strong medicine, be honest and choose the level that appeals to your instincts. There are no trophies for detoxification!
Level A
This is a mild version of the cleanse. Level A is for those that have a chronic wasting condition, are working with a health practitioner on adjusting medications or are dealing with an addiction syndrome. We have found that making the following adjustments have proven beneficial. There are no calorie restrictions at this level.
1st week- Smoothie and 2 cooked meals a day
Have the menu that is recommended for days 1 through 7 of the book. Breakfast will be a smoothie followed by two cooked plant based meals. Snacks can either be uncooked or cooked plant based foods.
2nd week – Week Two Smoothie and 2 cooked meals a day
Breakfast will be a smoothie from days 8-14 followed by two cooked plant based meals. Snacks can either be uncooked or cooked plant based foods.
3rd week – 1 cooked, 1 uncooked, 1 blended uncooked meal a day.
Have a smoothie from the days 8-14 of the program. Lunch and dinner can be one plant based cooked meal and one uncooked plant based meal. Snacks can either be uncooked or cooked plant based foods.
Level B
This is a moderate version of the cleanse. Level B is for those that have a busy schedule or feel the need to do a gentle, but effective regimen. There are no calorie restrictions at this level.
1st week- Smoothie and 2 cooked meals a day
Have the menu recommended for days 1 through 7 of the book. Breakfast will be a smoothie followed by two cooked plant based meals. Snacks can either be uncooked or cooked plant based foods.
2nd week – 1 cooked, 1 uncooked, 1 blended uncooked meal a day
Have smoothie from the second week of the program. Lunch and dinner will be one plant based cooked meal and one uncooked plant based meal. Snacks can either be uncooked or cooked plant based foods.
3rd week – 1 uncooked, 2 blended uncooked meals a day
Follow days 8 -14 of the program. Have a smoothie for breakfast and energy soup for one of the other meals. The third meal will be an uncooked plant based option from the second week. Snacks are uncooked plant based foods.
Level C
This is the standard version of the 21-day detox program. Follow the weeks as outlined in the book.
1st week – Smoothie and 2 cooked meals a day
2nd week – 1 uncooked, 2 blended uncooked meals a day
3rd week – 3 blended uncooked meals a day
Level D
This is an advanced version of the cleanse. This regimen is not for everyone; you will need to consult with either Dr. DeAndrea or Dr. Wood to do this version of the program. It is recommend to do the basic program prior to attempting this version. This is not recommended for those with a busy schedule or weak health. Those not attending the workshop in person and who wish to do a more advanced cleanse should do weeks two and three but without the liver cleanse. The liver cleanse will only be done with supervision.
1st week- 1 uncooked, 2 blended uncooked meals a day
Follow days 8 -14 of the program. Have a smoothie for breakfast and energy soup for one of the other meals. The third meal will be an uncooked plant based meal from the second week. Snacks will be uncooked plant based foods.
2nd week – 3 blended uncooked meals a day and liver supplementation.
This week will have all liquid meals. Have a smoothie for breakfast and energy soup for the other meals. You will be provided with the information for the liver cleanse protocol. Additional supplements will be taken and there will be a liver flush this week.
3rd week – 3 blended uncooked meals a day and liver supplementation
This week will be all liquid meals. Have a smoothie for breakfast and energy soup for the other meals. You will be provided with information for a liver cleanse. Additional supplements are taken and a second liver flush is done this week.
WEEK ONE
The Plant Based Diet
“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but instead will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease.” -Thomas Edison
This program uses a gradual transition that is intended to ease one deeply into the detox. Any worthwhile detoxification should aim to reduce your exposure to the cause of the problem. For this week, it will be necessary to follow a 100% plant based diet. A move toward organic plant based nutrients will naturally reduce your exposure to toxins. A plant-based diet would include all vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, grains and sea vegetables. Try your best to purchase organic (non-commercially produced) fruits, vegetables and other packaged goods. Organically grown foods contain 80-280% more vitamins, minerals and nutrients than conventionally grown foods.
Conventionally grown foods are subjected to herbicides, pesticides and other deadly chemicals. These chemicals are classified as carcinogens. They are, to a large degree, the reason cancer is a household word. A change in eating habits is the most powerful step that anyone can take in the struggle to survive. The week one plant-based diet will accelerate your body’s ability to remove toxins.
There is a seven-day menu, recipes and a shopping list provided to help simplify each week of the detox. It is not necessary to follow the menu as gospel. It is meant as a guideline. There is no calorie counting on this program. You can eat all you need to eat. You can have snacks between meals as long as they follow the guidelines for the week. You can create your own menu, but you must make 3 basic commitments:
1. Avoid all animal products (i.e. dairy, eggs, chicken, meat and fish). Non-animal based alternatives or vegan items may be substituted. One blended meal daily.
2. Read ingredients carefully (avoid all chemicals, fillers and additives).
3. Keep an open mind.
In addition, to the “plant-based diet,” during week one you will be asked to take Dr. Greens on a daily basis. Dr. Greens is a green super food that comes in powdered form and is added to the morning smoothie or mixed with four ounces of juice or water. “Dr. Greens” is 100% live, organic and derived from plant-based sources. It will provide you with added vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. The Dr. Greens Superfood has all the building blocks that a regenerating body needs.
You will be taking a minimum of one tablespoon of Dr. Greens daily.
Dr. Greens has a variety of probiotic organisms. Probiotics are the friendly bacteria that live in the digestive tract and promote health. The positive health effects contributed by these organisms are:
a. They manufacture b vitamins, niacin and folic acid.
b. They fight cancer and reduce tumor growth.
c. They act as watchdogs controlling the growth of undesirable bacteria, funguses, and viruses.
d. They control high cholesterol levels.
e. They protect us against the negative effects of radiation.
f. They help us digest food and enhance normal bowel flow.
Most of us have been exposed to an unhealthy food, poor elimination, antibiotics, chlorinated water, stress, and other pharmaceuticals (i.e. steroids, aspirin, Motrin, chemotherapy, etc.), which negatively effect pro-biotic organisms. In a couple of days, you may notice some gas, bloating and/or diarrhea this is a sign that unfriendly bacteria, yeast and viruses are being evicted.
Milk thistle is included in Dr. Greens. This herb will support the liver with essential phytonutrients. Your body will be releasing toxins into the blood stream in an attempt to purge these harmful substances. The liver is the treatment plant for the body. Among other functions it produces hormones, builds proteins, metabolizes sugar and converts toxins into a manageable metabolic waste. The liver has been working over time in an attempt to keep up with our toxic lifestyles. It can certainly use a little support.
In addition, the immune system will be working overtime. Parasites, bacteria and viruses normally present in the tissues may find a way to flourish during this vulnerable period. Enzymes are included in Dr. Greens. This formula will assist the immune system to decrease the risk of infection.
It’s only 21 days!
Meal Plan Day 1
Breakfast
Cinnamon Apple Shake
Banana 1
Apple 1
Almonds ¼ cup
Rice milk 1 ½ cup
Dr. Greens 1T
Blend with cinnamon until smooth or get a non-dairy smoothie at the local juice bar. Sweeten with stevia or dates. You can take your Dr. Greens separately in four ounces of water.
Lunch
Hummus wrap
Garbanzos, cooked 6oz.
Olive oil 1 tablespoon
Sesame Tahini 2 tablespoons
Lemon juice 4 tablespoons
Garlic 1 tablespoon
Cumin ½ teaspoons
Sea salt to taste
Purchase pre-made hummus or blend ingredients until smooth. In a pita, add hummus with shredded greens, black olives, tomato & diced avocado. Or go and get a falafel sandwich and a salad.
Dinner
Veggie chili
Vegetarian chili 2 servings maximum
Green salad
Salad dressing (there are salad dressing recipes in week 2)
Make chili recipe or get a can a veggie chili and a salad at the health food store.