The Liver: Your
Detoxification Powerhouse
MOST OF THE biochemical activity of detoxification takes place in the
gastrointestinal system and the liver. The liver, our largest single organ,
perform: approximately 500 distinct functions more than any other organ. It
"issues' numerous biochemical orders to other organs and systems. Any weakness
of debility of the liver affects every other organ system. Some of its main
duties include:
• Storing sugars, converting different types of sugars into glucose and
maintaining blood-sugar levels.
• Breaking down fats for use in metabolic activities, manufacturing
triglycerides, lipoproteins and cholesterol.
• Breaking down protein and restructuring it to be used in the production of
other compounds the body needs.
• Storing vitamins A, B12 and D and iron.
• Removing harmful bacteria, viruses toxins, yeast and other foreign substances
from the bloodstream.
• Dismantling and altering the molecular structure of unwanted and unhealthy
materials, so they can be eliminated
IS YOUR LIVER HEALTHY?
MEDICAL DOCTORS USE a group of blood tests to look for liver
damage in cases of infectious liver disease and alcoholic liver disease, but
these tests are not effective in showing the liver's functional capability.
Specialized laboratory tests that measure the liver's detoxifying and
dismantling activities, coupled with a thorough medical history and a complete
physical exam, reveal whether or not your liver working at full and normal
capacity, and able to handle the burden of the chemicals (natural and synthetic)
that your lifestyle imposes on it. Naturopathic physicians diagnose the loss of
functional capability, and the attendant slowdown in detoxification, as a
"sluggish liver." Signs of a sluggish liver are sallow skin color and poor skin
tone, dark circles under the yes, a yellow-coated tongue, a bitter taste in the
mouth, headaches, irritability, premenstrual tension, arthritis, and inability
to digest fats (recognizable by indigestion after eating high-fat meals).
Unfortunately, while the problem is common, this diagnosis is not part of
mainstream clinical medicine. It may be due to inherited genetic weaknesses in
the detoxification system as well as to accumulation of toxins. If you suspect
that you have a sluggish liver, it’s important to see a physician to rule out
other causes for your symptoms before you begin this detoxification program.
YOUR 7-DAY PROGRAM
Days 1 and 2: follow a clear-liquid fast, consuming only water
(a minimum of eight 8-oz glasses daily), lemon water, herbal teas, and if you
need them, fresh juices. Although this can be difficult and uncomfortable, you
will experience much better results if you begin this way. However, if you think
that fasting is more than you can cope with, you can modify the plan according
to your needs by including some of the foods from the plan.
Days 3 through 7: After the first two days of fasting, proceed to five days of
eating a diet of rice and organic rice products, vegetables and fruit, and take
the detoxification supplements.
DETOXIFICATION SUPPLEMENTS
Liver Cells Require a lot of energy and specific nutrients to
break down dangerous substances. Supplementing with herbs, vitamins, minerals
and other antioxidants helps to fuel the process. In general, nutritional
supplementation should fulfill the following functions in a detoxification
program:
1. Protect tissues from the volatile chemical products generated during the
molecular "demolition" that accompanies internal cleansing. (Vitamin
E w/selenium,
Vitamin C,
Milk Thistle)
2. Assist in the breakdown of toxins, so they are more readily eliminated.
(Zinc,
Vitamin C,
Milk Thistle)
3. Increase the flow of bile from the liver, and facilitate the excretion of
bile from the intestinal tract. (Charcoal)
4. Reseed the intestines with favorable bacteria. (Lactobacillus Acidophilus)
5. Heal damaged bowel membranes. (Vitamin
E)
6. Nourish all systems and organs. (Vitmin
A & D, B complex,
Zinc,
magnesium,
Milk Thistle)
Let’s Live July 1999
Dr. Jack's Liver Cleanse
3 packs of Tiao He Cleanse
taken a week apart and 1 quart of
Pau D'Arco tea a day
Homeopathic Detoxification
and 3 Charcoal at
night
2 Flora Force in
the morning.
—A short liver cleanse — take for 30 days
All Cell Detox and a
quart of Pau D'Arco
tea a day
and Homeopathic detox.
Ivy’s Cleanse (Do for 30 days)
Mix in Pure Unfiltered Apple Juice
2 Tbsp. Aloe Vera Juice
2 Tbsp. Liquid Chlorophyll
1 heaping tsp. Psyllium
Hulls Combination
Follow with 8 oz water and 2-4 Capsules
LBS II
36 DAY LIVER CLEANSE using
Milk Thistle combination.
On the first day take 1 tablet, day 2, 2 tablet working your way up to 19
tablets a day. On the 20th day take 18, 21st day 17. Work your way down to where
on the 36th day you are taking 1 tablet.
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