Maybe you've heard of body cleansing, but have been a little apprehensive when it comes to committing to what seems like such a radical program.
While I'll admit that some the detoxifying routines can seem a bit outlandish, many safe and effective techniques for a whole body detox can have a positive effect on your health.
But just what is a total body detox? If you're thinking that it's ridding your body of excess chemicals and toxins that have built up after the Holiday season, well, that's only part of it.
What a whole body cleanse is really targeting is the stuff that's been building in our systems for a very long time.
These substances can include toxins from pesticides that are used on the foods we consume every day, chemicals that are in the air we breathe, and also heavy metals that could actually be taken in through our drinking water.
Over time, these unwanted chemicals and other nasty substances can accumulate and have an effect on our overall health.
What a good cleansing routine will do is help your body purge these toxins and become clean once again.
Some cleansing programs have been in the news recently as a number of famous people have decided to try detoxifying as a way to get ready for a movie role or shed the unwanted pounds that a Hollywood lifestyle might pack on.
Some of these stars have propelled detoxification into the limelight because of their place in the entertainment industry, regardless of whether the program they've chosen to use has any merits or not.
Perhaps you've heard horror stories about cleansing that involve drinking horrible spicy concoctions and eating things you would never think of consuming, and popping special pills designed to flush your system.
You may have visions of not being able to stray far away from the bathroom as your body undergoes a radical shift that hopefully sets you on the right path.
All that stuff is pretty scary, and some programs may actually harm your health rather than help.
So if you're interested in trying this, how do you choose a detox plan that is safe and right for you? I did a lot of research before choosing, and I suggest you do the same.
Make sure you investigate the process thoroughly, and then when you've identified a few plans that sound good to you, narrow down your search even more by considering only the routines that seem safe and sane to you.
What I looked for in a plan was something that took a sensible approach to detoxification, and one that didn't involve drinking weird potions and popping pills.
I also avoided laxatives of any kind as I didn't think this approach sounded right for me.
Another point for me to consider was whether or not the program advertised rapid results, such as flushing my system in 48 hours, or a 7 Day Detox Plan.
I can't attest to the merits of these sorts of systems, but I just feel that any sort of radical shift is not right for me.
I wasn't looking for a quick fix or instant solution, just a system that would help me feel less lethargic and give me more energy while starting me down the right path to good health.
Everyone is different, and what works well for someone might not work at all for someone else, but if you're feeling tired and rundown, lacking energy, then maybe a total body cleansing is the right thing for you.
Do your research, consult with your doctor if you need to, and make an intelligent and informed decision.