Most of us do everything we shouldn't and then say, 'I need a detox' and then do a detox, and then go back to building all the toxins back up again – sound familiar? 

-    Morning sluggishness

-    Heaviness

-    Stiffness

-    Poor concentration

-    Poor appetite

-    Acidity

-    Bloating or heaviness after meals

-    Sticky bowels

-    Bad breath

Overtime if these toxins are not removed from the body and accumulate, they can then cause conditions such as joint pain, cough, cold, allergies, sinusitis, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and high blood sugar, hormonal imbalance, infertility, skin conditions and heart issues. 

Dietary habits that contribute to poor digestion and toxins (Ama) include:

-    overeating

-    regularly eating heavy foods such as meat, eggs, cheese or cold milk

-    eating excessive amounts of raw food

-    eating before the previous meal is properly digested

-    eating too late at night

-    incompatible food combinations

-    eating too fast

-    eating when stressed or on the run

The change of seasons is also a time when our digestion (Agni) is adversely affected so it is a perfect time to give the digestion a rest and clear the toxins (Ama) from the previous season by doing a simple seasonal cleanse. 

An Ayurvedic Cleanse does the following:

-    balances and strengthens digestion (Agni)

-    removes toxins (Ama)

-    doesn't aggravate Vata – like many other cleanses do

-    promotes calm and stability (Sattva) in the mind

An Ayurvedic Cleanse involves:

-    Specific foods and drinks that are very light and easy to digest

-    Foods that will cleanse the body but at the same time, promote stronger digestion

-    Having a consistent routine - regular mealtimes and bedtime 

-    Slowing down, resting, relaxing, avoiding stress and staying warm

-    Exercise should be very gentle such as walking or gentle yoga

Other components that assist an Ayurvedic Cleanse:

-    Ayurvedic treatments – these dislodge more toxins

-    Herbal preparations – help further with digestion and removal of toxins

If you feel like you need to reset your body, digestion and mind contact the clinic and book an appointment (online available) and an Ayurvedic Cleanse Program based on your constitution and current state of health can be recommended and you will be sure to feel amazing afterwards!