Detox Cocktail, Anyone?
By: Jackie King, COTA/L, LMT, NCTMB
TOXINS! TOXINS! TOXINS! TOXINS! TOXINS!
We seem to hear more and more about these disease causing, DNA damaging devils all the time. They’re everywhere, from the air we breath, to the clothes on our bodies, to the carpet in our homes. They creep into our body and into our cells, causing the discomforts of pain or brain fog, or the ill effects associated with such diseases as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), heart disease, Osteoarthritis, Parkinson’s Disease, colitis and cancer, just to name a few. In fact, studies exists showing that 95% of all cancer is caused by environmental toxins.
You have no doubt heard of the cardiovascular system, the gastrointestinal system, the respiratory system and the immune system. But, did you know that the detoxification system is clearly the primary determinant of disease. It is the most underrated of all systems, and its function determines the absence or presence of disease. So, ridding the body of these environmental toxins, can reverse and prevent the disease process. Detoxification can also help those who may be addicted to alcohol or drugs. It is also crucial to begin a detoxification plan prior to becoming pregnant.
When we are born, our bodies have the capability to maintain a state of homeostasis, (or balance) within all systems. Due to the overload of toxins, however, the necessary nutrients to flush them are depleted, and we begin to feel such things as pain, fever, fatigue, skin conditions, etc. The disease process begins to set in. We are no longer able to maintain this balance alone. We must find a way to detoxify and then replenish the nutrients for cleansing our systems.
The Ionic Foot Soak is one way to begin to detoxify the system. It is a process by which both feet are submerged in a pan of very warm, salted water. Through a process called electromagnetism, negative ions attract the positively charged toxins and draw them down and out through the large pores in the feet. At the same time, these negative ions enter the tissues and reverse the acidic condition, which initiated poor health. As the toxins are being deposited in the water, there will be notable changes in its color, indicating the various systems and organs being detoxified. A typical Ionic Foot Soak will last approximately 30 minutes, but can be shorted, as needed.
The Chinese model of medicine shows that several of the energy flowing channels exit through the feet. They do not follow typical anatomical structures, such as blood vessels or nerves, but experiments with radioactive markers have shown, that toxins follow these energy pathways and exit at the points in the feet. Lab tests have proven that toxins, such as heavy metals are present in the water after an Ionic Foot Soak.
After 30 minutes in the Ionic Foot Soak, clients are given a ‘Detox Cocktail’ to complete the detoxification process. It contains Vitamin C and Recancostat powder mixed with 16 ounces of water. Along with this, an Alpha Lipoic Acid capsule is given. This cocktail is full of the antioxidants needed to ensure that any toxins that have been stirred up during the treatment, are safely immobilized and excreted from the body.
People who have participated in this type of detoxification process have experienced such positive effects as a decrease in pain, a more relaxed feeling, a feeling of being more mentally clear, as if the brain fog has finally lifted and an overall better sense of well being.
Detoxification is crucial for achieving and maintaining good health and well being. If you would like to make this part of your regular wellness routine, or if you have further questions about the Ionic Foot Soak, call Massage Therapy by Jackie King, LMT at 636-327-3261.
…Detox Cocktail, everyone!
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