Why Should I Cleanse?

by Carol Christian |

Survival of every organism (animal, bird, fish, plant and bacteria) depends entirely upon its environment. Change the environment and the nature of the species changes with it. The same is true within our bodies; germs can only thrive in a susceptible host. Pathological bacteria or germs cannot overcome a strong, clean, healthy and active human body. In short, pathogens only survive in a distressed and unclean environment.

Disease is generally not acquired; it is frequently created by, and often the result of, an unnatural lifestyle, and internal development, which can lead to millions of people suffering needlessly. If we allow our bodies to become acidic, polluted and congested, we run the risk of weakening our glands and organs, and then they cannot function at peak capacity. It is reasonable to maintain that if you rid your body of toxins, good health can be obtained and sustained.

All cells are dependent upon a well-functioning digestive system. When digestion is off, even good food can become toxic. Continuation of this problem can cause our bodies to weaken and become more prone to deficiencies and disease. A compromised digestive system can result in mucus accumulation along the intestinal wall, in the stomach and in the colon and is otherwise known as ‘mucoid plaque’.

As this plaque coagulates, it retains various substances such as drugs, heavy metals, yeast, pathogenic bacteria, parasites and more, all of which combine to interfere with normal bowel function, nutrient assimilation and regular elimination. When you improve your diet and strive for maximum health, the first and most important step is to remove this ‘mucoid plaque’. As this occurs, you have made the most important step towards improving bowel function and restoring good health.

Cleansing is a process of removing toxins and debris from the inside. This can be done in various ways, but the most effective has been shown to be cleansing of the entire digestive tract, not just specific organs like the colon or liver, or the blood. Dr. Bernard Jensen taught us that the digestive system is the ‘hub’ of our entire body, and if it is polluted, every component of our body can become polluted: tissues, organs, and blood, all the way into cells.

It is common to experience many benefits from cleansing, such as:

• Significantly increased energy and vitality
• More efficient digestion
• Greater stamina
• Increased clarity of mind
• Over-all feeling of improved health
• More radiant complexion and fewer blemishes
• Deeper meditations

** Results will vary widely from person to person.

What is Mucoid Plaque?
Mucoid plaque can be described as a gel-like, viscous and slimy mucus that forms as a layer or layers covering the inner lining of various hollow organs, especially the organs of the alimentary canal. It appears to develop in the presence of acids, where that mucus is secreted and coagulates.

As it continues to develop from unhealthy eating and lifestyle habits, mucoid plaque can harbor toxins and interfere with nutrient with nutrient absorption, in a sense robbing your body of the vital components it needs to function. A Cleanse has the ability to remove ‘mucoid plaque’ in the body.

Plaque Facts
In most people, mucoid plaque is 1/64th to 1/4th inch thick. Occasionally it may be more than one inch thick. Not everyone has mucoid plaque, but over 95 percent of people who have cleansed have removed at least some mucoid plaque. Some who have a high intake of table salt have trouble removing the plaque. Mucoid plaque can be a variety of colors: white, yellow, gray, greenish, tan, light or dark brown, black and even blackish green. Mucoid plaque can range from stiff and hard to soft and more flexible. Cleansing herbs have been found to liquefy plaque and release globs of mucus! Mucoid plaque is often shiny or smooth, some pieces may look like rope, showing striations, smoothness, overlaps, or creases. Sections of plaque as large as two-four feet long or more are not entirely uncommon, however most cleansers can expect plaque to come out in sections on average of six-18 inches long.

References:

1. Hippocrates Institute
2. Otimum Health Institute

For more info, contact Carol Christian at the Reno Alternative Health Clinic (775) 827-6888.