Skin Allergies Helped By Detoxification
Learn to help your body glow from the inside out and
reduce allergic skin reactions.
Nourish your skin with foods that are pure and natural. Remove
harmful substances from your diet and you will notice a difference
in the way you look and feel.
What is detoxification?
Detoxification is the process of removing toxins or poisons. We all
know that toxins are harmful and cause damage, potentially even
death if taken in certain levels. Living cells, whether in plants or
in the body, are constantly in the process of bringing nutrients and
fresh substrates in while eliminating by-products and waste that is
not useful to the organism. Therefore, detoxification is a natural,
ongoing process in our bodies.
Keeping your body healthy requires maintaining all of its systems in
good working order. Minimizing the amount of toxins you take into
your system is one way that we can detoxify our bodies. Benefits of
detoxification may include increased energy and improved health,
better breath, reduced allergies, and potentially fewer aches and
pains.
Wastes leave the body in the form of gases, solids, and liquids.
Carbon dioxide is the gas that we exhale. We excrete other waste
from the body after it accumulates in the bladder and in the bowels.
Other organs that play a major role in detoxification include the
skin, liver, kidneys, lungs.
Blood also plays a critical role in the detoxification process. It
carries dissolved gases like carbon dioxide to the lungs, and then
it is traded for oxygen through respiration. Both the liver and
kidneys help to detoxify the blood by removing wastes and sending
them to the urine. In the form of stool, unused solids are carried
away.
Benefits for your skin via detoxification
Your skin is a barrier but it is not impermeable. Just as products
that you use on your skin are able to enter your body through this
physical barrier, toxins are also able to leave your body through
the skin. Free radicals and UV light in the environment also damage
the skin which over time cause it to show signs of premature aging.
How can detoxification help your skin? By minimizing the number of
chemicals in your body, you help you body to function more
efficiently. Eating well is one way to maintain healthy skin with a
smooth texture, elasticity, and a proper level of moisturization.
Skin complexions troubled by acne and imperfections can also benefit
from the inside out with detoxification methods. For example,
vitamin A reduces the amount of sebum produced by the skin cells and
therefore pores are less likely to become blocked.
Ways to detoxify your body
Some of the best ways to detoxify include:
- eating a balanced diet
- juicing organic fruits and vegetables
- exercising regularly
- exfoliation
- using organic products for personal hygiene
Before trying any detox method always be sure to check with your
doctor. People with serious medical conditions should also consult a
doctor as these methods are not recommended. Pregnant women should
not try these methods.
Eating a balanced diet
Nutrients in foods contain many elements that can help your body and
especially your skin to remain in good condition. When your body is
‘happy’ and ‘efficient’, through detoxification, it will show on the
outside.
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Your skin needs:
- essential fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-6) found in oily fish and
flax seeds
- antioxidants vitamins C, E, and beta-carotene to retaliate against
the damaging effects of UV light and free-radicals
- minerals zinc and selenium to build tissues and heal wounds. Find
these minerals in foods like seafood, nuts, grains, and vegetables
- vitamin B6 to balance hormone levels, particularly for women that
have pre-menstrual break-outs
- vitamin A to help reduce sebum levels on the skin
- potassium to help maintain elasticity, water to maintain hydration
and flush toxins from the body
- water to maintain hydration and flush toxins from the body
Juicing organic fruits and vegetables
Have you ever tried freshly squeezed juice? It is delicious and
nutritious. You get a truckload of vitamins, enzymes, and minerals.
The enzymes contained in vegetables and fruits help to digest your
food so try drinking these natural cocktails with meals.
One important thing to remember is that you should always start with
organic fruits or vegetables. Because most fruits and vegetables are
sprayed with pesticides, using non-organic products means that you
will be ingesting harmful pesticides too. Keep these toxic chemicals
away from your cells in order to maintain their proper functioning.
Exercising regularly
Oxygen is vital to life. Incorporating exercise into your lifestyle
brings this element into your body and skin. Studies at the
University of Wisconsin have shown that oxygen reduces the effects
of free radical damage and premature aging.
Sweating encourages the release of toxins from the skin. Working up
a good sweat during your exercise program will help in the
detoxification process. You could also try saunas and steambaths to
encourage the excretion of toxins.
If you are not currently exercising choose something that you enjoy
doing. Walking is a great way to increase your heart rate and pump
oxygen through your lungs. Other ideas include yoga, swimming,
cycling, and running. Whatever you do, choose an activity that you
will be motivated to do on a regular basis.
Exfoliation
Shedding skin cells is a continual process. Dead skin cells sit on
the uppermost level of the epidermis and they make the skin look
dull and less healthy. Our clothes play a big part in helping to
remove cells on a daily basis. By sloughing off dead skin cells from
time to time, you can stimulate the skin renewal process. Try any of
the following methods once a week to naturally exfoliate your skin:
- briskly towel off after a shower
- use an organic scrub during your shower
- use a washcloth during your shower
- use a loofah (Important: keep it dry when it’s not in use to
minimize bacterial count)
Using organic products for personal hygiene
Decreasing the number of synthetic chemicals entering your body
through your food and personal products is yet another way to help
detoxify. Modern research at the Herb Research Foundation found that
the skin absorbs up to 60% of the chemicals in products that it
comes into contact with directly into the bloodstream. This means
that chemicals, some of which are known carcinogens, are entering
your body and potentially causing unnecessary harm.
The next time you need to stock up on personal hygiene products,
look for alternatives to the chemically items offered in most
stores. Using organic products decreases the number of preservatives
and chemical additives your skin comes into contact with and
therefore, that may enter your body.
About the Author
Lori Stryker has been researching and developing all natural skin
care and make-up for the purpose of offering men and women safe,
natural cosmetics for everyday use. She brings to her research a
specialist in human biology from the University of Toronto, coupled
with a professional home economics degree and an education degree
from the University of British Columbia, fusing chemical and
biological knowledge with food, family and textile sciences
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