Cleansing…is it really safe?

Like I mentioned yesterday, my number priority is answering your questions and getting you the info you need to live a super healthy life (not to mention look awesome in the process). So when I shared the free report “The Fundamentals of Digestion and Colon Health” by Yuri Elkaim, tons of questions came pouring in.

“Isabel, what do you think about colon cleansing? Do you think I should do a cleanse before I start the DSP?”

Well, the answer is yes and no (don’t you just hate it when someone answers your question like that?)

I say no because in essence, following the DSP way of eating will help you cleanse your body of toxins, processed foods and any other yucky sludge you may have living inside your body. Many people tell me that just after the first few weeks on the DSP, their digestion has never been better, not to mention more regular trips to the bathroom (if you know what I mean).

But I also say yes because some people have not been so kind to their bodies for many, many years and it will take a good cleaning out to get certain digestive organs moving the right way. I’ve had clients tell me they only go to the bathroom (and I’m not talking pee here) once every 2-3 days. This is NOT healthy and a clear sign of extreme constipation which can lead to a long list of health problems. Besides the fact that these are the same people who feel bloated and lethargic all the time. Of course they feel bloated…they’ve got days worth of poopoo stuck in their system and it has to make its way out of their body.

The problem with most cleanses advertised in stores and on the internet is that almost all of them require a long list of supplements, powders or special drinks…most of which are really just all a hoax anyway. But I’ve seen many clients fall for these claims because they’re not only desperate to lose weight, they’re desperate to get their organs moving the right way…and yes I’m talking about poop again here.

This is where my friend Yuri comes in. Yesterday I told you about how I met Yuri at a conference and right away I could tell him and I both shared many of the same views when it comes to nutrition and health. It’s always so refreshing to meet another professional who is on the same page as me since our approach is a bit “unconventional” and even nicer when that professional is so willing to pass on helpful information.

I was so excited to hear about Yuri’s cleansing program, The Total Wellness Cleanse and he so kindly shared his entire program with me for my review.

What did I think of Yuri’s cleansing program?

What do you want first?

The good news or the bad news?

Ok, I’ll start with the good news since I’m a positive person.

By far, what I love about Yuri’s approach to cleansing the body is that he does it through food! That’s right – he’s not a fan of using silly supplements or “magic formulas” that promise miracles in just a few days but have no long-term promise. So not only do Yuri and I agree that pills are not the answer, the focus of his program is using real natural foods (certain foods in certain ways) to cleanse the body of the toxic sludge it may be holding on to. These are foods that are easy to make and readily accessible, so there is nothing complicated about it. I’ve known people to buy special shakes and crazy ingredients and spend half the day preparing their ridiculous concoctions just to clean out their systems. That’s just not realistic; especially in today’s times when we’ve got jam packed schedules and way too much to do every day.

The second thing I love about Yuri’s program is that he tells you exactly what you need to eat and drink at every meal of the day. There’s no guess work here. If you want to follow this cleanse, Yuri makes it super easy by giving you the step by step game plan…basically he lays it all out for you.

And no, it doesn’t just say snack on carrots and celery and drink some lemon water every now and again. There are real, delicious recipes included and part of each day. Recipes like Almond Sunflower Cereal, Rockin’ Moroccan Warm Salad, and Roasted Rosemary Sweet Potatoes make this cleanse tasty and easy to follow at the same time.

Between the meal plans, the recipes, the food lists and the incredibly helpful information on understanding cravings and addictions…Yuri makes cleansing as easy as can be.

“So Isabel what is the bad news?”

Ok, it’s not really bad news, per se, it’s more like Yuri and I do disagree on one point. Yuri is not a very big fan of animal meats (although he does say that if you’re going to eat it, go for the natural, grass fed, free range kind). I think protein is an essential component of weight loss and I have no problem including animal meats into my or my clients’ fat burning meal plans. Actually, in many cases it’s not only essential but it’s the missing link to many people’s fat burning efforts. If you’re not fueling your body with the right muscle building nutrients, you will have a hard time putting on fat burning muscle. So don’t be afraid of animal meats…of course, always choosing the most naturally raised meats possible.

But…in the case of cleansing I do believe Yuri has a point. When you are trying to rid your body of toxins and processed foods that may be backed up in your intestines and has been there for quite some time, minimizing the amount of animal proteins during this time (2-4 weeks) is a good idea. If you’re anything like 90% of the population and you only visit the old commode (toilet that is) less than twice a day, a good cleanse just might be in order. You’ll not only get your digestion working properly but you’ll also get rid of tons of GOOK that’s been accumulating in your intestines for years.

Even us healthy people (and I say us because I have been living the DSP lifestyle for over 10 years now) could use a good cleaning out sometimes. I remember 3 years ago when I did a very similar whole foods cleanse, the stuff that came out of my body was borderline frightening…but I’ll spare you those gory details (and when I say gory, I mean gory).

You can learn more about Yuri’s Total Wellness Cleanse here:

http://totalcleanse.thedsp.info

If you’re looking for a natural, safe way to get the old sludge and toxins out of your system, I highly recommend Yuri’s program, not only because it’s super effective but because Yuri makes cleansing an incredibly easy process and simple to follow.

http://totalcleanse.thedsp.info

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