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Diet Therapy
Akasha Chikitsa
(Detoxification therapy)
Cleansing or detoxification is one of the principles of naturopathy though it focuses on eliminating or decreasing toxins in the body to facilitate its self-healing. It also supports the method of fasting and light diet similarly with Akash Chikitsha referring to cures related to space and restricting all kinds of food to reform the body.
Possible approaches of Detoxification Diet Therapy
1. Fasting Therapy
Types: Water fasting, juice fasting, or intermittent fasting.
Focus: Encourages the digestion to cease during its process and also helps in the expulsion of the toxins.
2. Raw Food Diet
Includes fruits of different kinds, raw foods, nuts and seeds.
– Supplies enzymes and nutrients needed in ridding the body of wastes.
3. Juice Therapy
Raw foods contain newly extracted juices in the products such as fruits and vegetables.
- It helps to regulate the pH balance of the body, acts as a diuretic and detoxifies the system.
4. Mono-Diet Therapy
Eating one group of foods (for example, fruits) for some time.
- Less burden to the digestive system and also supports detox.
5. Fiber-Rich Diet
Contains whole grain, raw vegetables and leafy foods and also low fat dairy products.
– Helps in the process of colon cleaning or better bowel movements.
6. Herbal Detox
Using herbs such as neem, Tulsi or aloe vera.
- It helps in detoxification of the liver and blood purification.
Advantages of Detoxification in Naturopathy
1. It helps remove metabolic waste products, heavy metals, and other oxidants from the body.
2. Improves Digestion: Heals gut lining, relieves swelling, and improves intestinal muscle tone.
3. Boosts Immunity: Cleanses the blood and lymph hence boosting the body’s immune system.
4. Increases Energy Levels: Relieves tiredness as it enhances the functioning of cells in the human body.
5. Improves Skin Health: Detoxification allows the skin to be free from the toxins that lead to acne formation or dull skin.
6. Balances Hormones: Helps to control the endocrine system, promotes normal menstrual cycle and alleviates conditions of PCOD.
7. Promotes Weight Loss: Promotes the utilization of deposited fats in the body and thus helps in combating swelling.
8. Mental Clarity: Eases confusion and makes the mind sharp and relaxed.
9. Liver and Kidney Health: This is because it enhances the ability of the detoxifying organs to eliminate wastes in the body.