Many medical scientists believe that toxins in our environment contribute to many of the diseases in America today. For instance, each year, over 1,000,000,000 (1 billion) pounds of herbicides and pesticides are sprayed on American food crops. Studies have shown that farmers who have significant exposure to these chemicals have a significantly increased risk of brain cancer, prostate cancer, leukemia, and lymphoma.
Unfortunately, contrary to popular belief, many of these harmful substances last for hundreds of years or more before they are broken down. Residues of DDT, which was banned in 1972 due to its catastrophic effect on wildlife, can still be found in the bodies of most Americans. DDT is still in our environment and has invaded most of our bodies. Some chemicals in the class of DDT (known as organochlorines) have been shown to cause cancer and birth defects. They are stored in the fatty tissues of the body and escape the body?s defense mechanisms.
Many other harmful toxins are stored in our bodies as well. While the liver has the important job of detoxifying the substances that enter our bodies and help in their elimination, today?s environment is just too toxic for the human liver to bear. There are over 80,000 chemicals in use in America today, many of which have never been tested for long-term health effects.
When the body encounters toxins that it cannot easily rid (such as when the liver is overworked) it naturally tries to ?hide? these toxins within the body to protect us from their dangerous effects. These toxins are hidden away in fat and water. As a matter of fact, the body actually produces more fat cells to house the excess toxins, making toxin excess a significant contributor to obesity for many people.
Cleansing has been shown to significantly help rid the body of toxins. There are various ways to cleanse the body, but any cleansing regimen should be undertaken only after discussion with your physician. There are multiple books on the market to help you learn about cleansing and various products that cleanse the body to various extents.
Some people choose to cleanse the body with a juice fast which lasts for several days while others opt for a more formal approach. People report not only weight loss (sometimes significant) after cleansing, but also mental clarity, increased energy, and a general sense of well-being. Whatever approach you choose to cleanse (after you do your appropriate research), make sure that your physician clears you, especially if you have chronic health conditions.
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