Who Benefits from Cleanse Program?
Our modern day lifestyle and environment make a periodic “toxin cleanse” an important part of any wellness program. The GI tract is the site of toxin elimination as well as toxin build up. Encouraging regularity with fiber promotes the removal of waste from the intestines. Many diets are low in dietary fiber and high in processed and refined foods. Without fiber to “sweep out” toxins, waste can linger in the GI tract. Supporting gut integrity also limits the amount of toxins that pass into the bloodstream. Meanwhile, the liver performs a series of enzymatic reactions to neutralize toxic compounds that have been absorbed, including air pollutants, food additives, hormones, pesticides, heavy metals, medications, antibiotics and alcohol. It also synthesizes and secretes bile, which binds to fat-soluble toxins in the intestines so that they may be removed from the body. This program promotes the natural detoxification functions of the GI tract and liver to defend the body from everyday tox
