Shirley’s StoryShirley’s Story

• Husband, a Vietnam veteran, had chronic respiratory problems due to parasites

• Both decided to do a colon cleanse

• Shirley lost more than 20 lbs and her husband’s respiratory problems disappeared

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Shirley’s Story cont.Shirley’s Story cont.

• Shirley convinced her husband to do a liver cleanse

• “For as long as I can remember, my husband has had these little red moles on his back, a clear sign of liver toxicity. After the eighth time we did the liver cleanse, I realized that all but the seven largest moles had disappeared. And those that were left were significantly smaller.”

Weight Loss = Energy Gained!Weight Loss = Energy Gained!

“I was getting dressed for church and pulled out a dress from my closet. It was too big!” Shirley beams. “It was amazing. But the best part isn’t the weight loss, it’s the amount of energy I have. I can do more and keep going longer than I could when I was a teenager!”

- Shirley Stoneking

Machinery of LifeMachinery of Life

• Were it not for the incredible efficiency of your lymphatic system, liver, kidneys, colon, sweat glands and oil ducts in the skin, your body would suffocate in its own waste in a couple of days.

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Untold Truth #1:Untold Truth #1:

Your World Is Making Your Body Toxic

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Sources of ToxicitySources of Toxicity

1. Food – Natural Allergens

– Agricultural Chemicals

– Additives (preservatives, etc.)

– Processing Methods (“white” food)

– Cooking Methods (microwaves, high heat)

2. Indoor Pollution– Fabrics (carpets, upholstery, clothing, etc.)

– Building Materials (formaldehyde, solvents, glue, paint, etc.)

– Household Cleaning Supplies

– Personal Care Products

– Yard Care and Insect Control (pesticides, herbicides, etc.

3. Air Pollution

4. Water– Industrial Contamination

– Water Treatment (chlorine, fluoride, bromides, etc.)

5. Nuclear Radiation

6. Electromagnetic Pollution (computers, microwave ovens, radar, substations, etc.)

The World We Live InThe World We Live In

• According to the EPA, in one year, the amount of toxins dumped into the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the water we drink is equivalent to loading eighteen-wheelers full of toxins and placing them end to end. The line would go from Los Angeles, California to Des Moines, Iowa.

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Chemical ContaminationChemical Contamination

70,000 chemicals are being used commercially in the United States. The EPA considers 65,000 of them to be potentially – if not definitely – hazardous to your health

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Minimize Your Exposure to Heavy Metals

Minimize Your Exposure to Heavy Metals

• First, drink purified water! This is one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself and your family on an on-going basis

• Make sure your water pipes have no lead, avoid lead-based painted objects and don’t store liquids in plastic containers

• Buy organic food as much as possible• Keep the chemicals in your life, especially cleaning

chemicals, to a minimum• Avoid cooking with aluminum pans or cooking in

aluminum foil with anything that is reactive with aluminum (most acid foods are).

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Untold Truth #2:Untold Truth #2:

Your Body Has Several Pathways of Detoxification

Detoxification ProcessDetoxification Process

• What makes some toxins so difficult to eliminate is that they are lipid (fat)-soluble substances, not water-soluble substances. So before your body can flush them from your system, it has to convert them to a a water-soluble form

• The process of converting toxins into water-soluble compounds involves two steps – phase 1 detoxification and phase 2 detoxification

Enzyme SystemsEnzyme Systems

Phase 1 Detoxification50 different enzymes which electrically charge toxins (adding or eliminating electrons) in preparation for phase 2 detoxification

Phase 2 DetoxificationEnzymes which add chemical groups to toxins (a process called conjugation) to make them water soluble so they can be excreted by the kidneys (molecules of high molecular weight are excreted through bile)

Enzyme SystemsEnzyme Systems

The Body’s “Chimney’s”

Primary Eliminate ChannelsGastrointestinal Tract

Urinary Tract

Secondary Eliminate ChannelsSkin (Sweat Glands & Oil Ducts)

Respiratory Tract

Open the 5 ChimneysOpen the 5 Chimneys

Lymph Liver Kidneys Skin Colon

Your Lymphatic System The River of Life

Your Lymphatic System The River of Life

• Courses through your body like a tissue-cleansing river

• All cells are bathed in lymphatic fluid

• Fresh, clean, nutrient-laden lymphatic fluid enters the tissues from the bloodstream

• Cells than absorb oxygen and nutrients from the fluid and secrete waste back into lymph system

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The Lymphatic System cont.The Lymphatic System cont.

• Lymphatic capillaries move toxic fluid to lymph nodes which act like “sewage treatment” plants

• Here the white blood cells gobble up debris while other detoxification mechanisms “purify” the lymph

• Keeping the lymph moving is essential to keeping the environment of the tissues themselves clean, and must be considered in any cleansing program

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IntestinesIntestines

• Nearly 90% of all degenerative disease begins in the digestive tract

• Lining of the digestive tract is your first line of immune defense

• When these membranes are overloaded with toxic material, they no longer are able to process and absorb nutrients correctly

• This leads to colitis and other inflammatory bowel disorders, which all are caused by the breakdown of the intestinal mucosa

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Intestines cont.Intestines cont.

• Intestinal inflammation and swelling will increase absorption of toxic material into the blood and lymph streams, a condition known as leaky gut syndrome

• Leaky gut syndrome creates a cascade of negative reactions which adversely affect every system of your body

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The LiverThe Liver

• It is the most important organ for detoxification

• Keeps toxic substances out of the blood• Processes toxins generated by poorly digested

nutrients and leaky gut syndrome, it also has to process food additives and environmental toxins

• Excessive toxins, over time, will weaken the Liver

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The Liver cont.The Liver cont.

As the liver weakens, this filter becomes

less effective causing:

• Headaches• Sluggishness• Lethargy • Skin problems• Weight gain

• Bloating, • High or low cholesterol• Thyroid problems• PMS symptoms in

women

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The Kidney ConnectionThe Kidney Connection

• The primary job is to prevent toxins from the GI tract from entering your blood

• Overload of toxins in the kidneys cause inflammatory disorders and other ailments:– Burning urination

– Irritable bladder

– Frequent kidney and bladder infections

– Skin eruptive diseases

– Swollen lymph nodes

– Fluid retention and reproductive problems

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The Kidney Connection cont.The Kidney Connection cont.• Acid is the primary waste your kidney filter out of

the blood

• Acid cannot be removed effectively if we are overloaded with toxins and are nutritionally deficient

• If the kidney cannot neutralize the acid from our diet, it will “borrow” potassium and magnesium from your muscles and calcium from your bones

• This “borrowing” will breakdown the structural system in the body causing: muscle tension and pain, headaches, back pain, leg pain, osteoporosis, arthritis and kidney stones

SkinSkin

• Largest organ of elimination

• Two organs in one: Sweat glands & oil ducts

• Sweat glands aid the liver by eliminating water-soluble toxins in the blood by the body creating a fever to open sweat glands and force elimination through the skin

• Induced perspiration also detoxifies: saunas, steam baths, exercise, etc.

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Skin cont.Skin cont.

• Oil glands keep the skin soft and moist

• When oil ducts have to eliminate toxic fat, due to a congested liver, they become inflamed causing: pimples, blackheads and pox (Chicken & Small)

• The skin is not a primary organ of elimination, it is a backup detoxification system

• Problems with the skin usually mean a problem with your colon, liver and or kidneys

Do I Offend?Do I Offend?

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Untold Truth #3Untold Truth #3

Select Nutrients Can Help You Detoxify Every Day

• According to a 2002 study in the Journal of American Medical Association, Most people do not consume an optimal amount of all vitamins by diet alone

• As a result, it is prudent for all adults to take vitamin supplements

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When choosing a multivitamin, make sure it contains a wide variety

of nutrients, in the right dosages.

When choosing a multivitamin, make sure it contains a wide variety

of nutrients, in the right dosages.

• Packed in a base of herbs and phytonutrients

• Which chelate heavy metals and other toxins from your body

• Broccoli powder, kelp and rose hips

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Arm Yourself with AnitoxidantsArm Yourself with Anitoxidants

• Phase 1 Detoxification creates free radicals

• Antioxidants deactivate free radicals helping prevent inflammation

• Bioflavonoids aid your body’s immune-defense system

• Mangosteen helps repair the cell membranes by reducing oxidation, inflammation and toxicity

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Fiber Rids The Body Of ToxinsFiber Rids The Body Of Toxins

• Fiber helps rid toxins that build up in your body by absorbing them in your bowel and eliminating them

• Findings have shown that low fiber intake is directly related to obesity, diabetes, coronary heart disease, colon disease (including colon cancer)

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Bile and FiberBile and Fiber

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Digestive SupportDigestive Support

Enzymes help maintain normal pH levels and aid in the elimination of toxins, including allergens and environmental pollutants, via the colon, kidneys, lungs and skin

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Drink to Your HealthDrink to Your Health

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Untold Truth #4Untold Truth #4

Targeted Cleansing Can Dramatically Improve Your Health

Paying Attention to your SystemsPaying Attention to your Systems

• Lymphatic

• Intestinal

• Liver

• Kidney

• Skin

Now that we’ve prepared our body for detoxification, let’s work on specific systems

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Lymphatic CleansingLymphatic Cleansing• Lymph flows in one direction by a combination of muscular activity, tissue

compression, deep breathing, elasticity of the lymphatic vessels and one-way check valves

• Lack of movement slows lymphatic flow, which diminishes oxygen and nutrient exchange, so your cells begin to complain by sending mild pain signals

• Good lymph drainage is necessary to carry toxins from cells• Certain herbs or nutrients have been shown to help cells detoxify and

lymph to move more freely

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Lymphatic DrainageLymphatic Drainage

• Cleavers - helps remove excess fluid from the body

• Prickly Ash - is a circulatory stimulant

• Red Clover - thins the blood and improves oxygenation to the tissues

• Stillingia - improves the function of the lymph, liver and kidneys

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Intestinal CleansingIntestinal Cleansing

• If you want to maintain or regain your health, your intestinal system is central to your efforts

• Your intestines literally transform materials from your environment into your body

• Sixty percent of your immune response is in your GI tract

• When the small intestine becomes inflamed, you are no longer able to process nutrients and absorb them properly

• Inflammation and swelling in the intestines lead to an increased absorption of toxic materials into the blood and lymph streams

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All Cell DetoxAll Cell Detox

• Black Walnut - is antiparasitic and antiviral

• Cascara Sagrada - stimulates the flow of bile to flush the liver

• Slippery Elm - mucilaginous herb that absorbs toxins

• Uva Ursi - leaves are a diuretic and urinary disinfectant

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Liquid CleanseLiquid Cleanse

• Aloe Vera - soothes the digestive tract and mucous membranes

• Capsicum - stimulates the flow of saliva, bile and gastric juices

• Ginger - increases circulation in the digestive organs

• Senna - is a stimulant laxative for occasional irregularity or cleansing

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Liver CleansingLiver Cleansing• Your liver is the most important organ of internal detoxification and works

hand in hand with your colon• All blood from the intestinal tract is transported first to the liver, which acts

as your second line of defense• The liver performs over 500 functions and contains hundreds of enzyme

systems that can process food or break toxins down into simpler compounds that your body can eliminate

• One of the methods the liver can utilize when dealing with a toxin is to flush it back into the digestive tract via the gallbladder. This “toxic bile” irritates the upper part of the small intestines, creating nausea, vomiting and diarrhea

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Liver Balance, ChineseLiver Balance, Chinese

• Atractylodes - increases the production of digestive fluids

• Bupleurum - helps increase and regulate energy of the liver

• Dong Quai - increases the production of digestive fluids

• Peony Root - is a sedative and antiseptic that nourishes the blood

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Kidney CleanseKidney Cleanse• Your body is composed of 60 percent water

• Water-soluble toxins must be eliminated primarily through your kidneys and sweat glands

• Even the liver is dependent on the kidney, some of its detoxification processes convert fat-soluble toxins into water-soluble toxins that must then be eliminated with the urine through the kidneys and bladder

• Drinking at least 64 ounces of purified water a day can usually flush these fluid cleansing systems

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Kidney DrainageKidney Drainage

• Asparagus - improves the kidney’s ability to filter waste acids

• Goldenrod - helps restore blood flow to the kidneys and improves urinary filtering ability

• Juniper Berries - contain an essential oil that stimulates kidney function to promote urination

• Plantain - is thought to dredge the kidneys, restore the bladder and bring harmony to the urinary system

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Skin and Tissue CleansingSkin and Tissue Cleansing

• Your skin is the largest eliminative organ in your body and helps takes the burden off of your kidneys and liver

• The best way to increase elimination through the skin is with a sweat bath

• Inducing perspiration to clear toxins isn’t difficult. Start by drinking lots of water or herbal tea

• Sudorific herbs enhance perspiration such as, ginger or the combination HCP-X, by moving blood to the surface of the skin. This will help to open the sweat glands to promote elimination

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Aromatherapy Sweat BathsAromatherapy Sweat Baths

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Untold Truth #5Untold Truth #5

Seasonal Detoxification Keeps You Cleansed All Year Long

Four Beautiful Seasons…Four Beautiful Seasons…

• In addition to daily cleansing, it’s a good idea to do a more complete cleansing program several times a year

• At a minimum, seasonal cleanses should be done in the spring and fall during the transition of the seasons

• Better yet, a quarterly cleanse, ideally in January, April, July and October is recommended

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Tiao He CleanseTiao He Cleanse

• A great 10-day liver and general cleansing program

• Liver and blood cleansers:– Yellow dock, Oregon Grape

• Cell detoxifiers– Gentian, safflowers

• Colon cleansers– Cascara sagrada, slippery elm

• Drink plenty of water

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Clean StartClean Start

• A great 14-day bowel and liver cleanse

• Digestive system cleansers– Bentonite clay, freeze-dried

aloe vera

• Colon cleansers– Cascara sagrada, buckthorn,

turkey rhubarb

• Liver and blood cleansers– Burdock, red clover, milk

thistle

• Drink plenty of water

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What About Those Nasty Critters?What About Those Nasty Critters?

• When doing a cleanse, it is often good to also take supplements to help eliminate yeast, harmful microbes or other parasites

• Antifungal Herbs– Paw Paw, pau d’ arco, garlic and

oregano

• Anti-parasitic Herbs– Paw Paw, wormwood, black walnut,

garlic and pumpkin seeds

• Good critters to the rescue!– Acidophilus and bifidophilus

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Untold Truth #6Untold Truth #6

You Also Need To Cleanse Toxic Emotions

Cleansing Toxic EmotionsCleansing Toxic Emotions

• Anger, hatred, resentment, greed and other negative emotional states are just as toxic to you as pesticides and heavy metals

• To truly detoxify the negativity, you have to find a way to allow these emotions to surface and pass out of you

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Deep BreathingDeep Breathing

• Did you ever notice that when you start to feel something you don’t want to feel, you hold your breath? This suppresses your body’s energy and numbs your ability to feel. It also shuts off your lymphatic system and causes your tissues to hold onto toxicity

• If you breathe through these feelings, the sensation will pass and the emotional toxin will escape

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Cleansing Has Never Been So EasyCleansing Has Never Been So Easy

• You have all the tools you need to keep your body toxin free– Remember to take your antioxidants, vitamins, minerals,

enzymes, fiber, essential fatty acids and friendly bacteria each day to fend of those daily toxic assaults

– Decide which system needs a bit more attention: lymphatic, intestines, liver, kidney’s and/or skin?

– Finally, work in your seasonal cleanses, just four times a year

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