• More energy and vitality
• Fuller bowel elimination
• Less gas and bloating
• Better skin
• Less water retention
• Elimination of allergy symptoms
• Fewer cravings
• Relief from pain, arthritis and fibromyalgia

I am a seasoned cleanser, myself. I used to do a liver and bowel cleanse every season. That made sense to me. It still does. I probably do about 2 per year now. I have used several very successful cleansing protocols with my clients in the past 22 years. Some programs work better for some people than others. You've heard about some of them: juice fasts, liver cleanses that have you drinking olive oil, the Master Cleanse, and more.
 
These may work for you, but they may not. It is best to choose a cleansing program that fits the individual. This is why I employ several different strategies. If you are currently a patient at our clinic, just ask me at your next appointment. If you're not a patient, feel free to call us for our suggestions.
 
One of my favorite cleanses utilizes a "medical food" protein powder to address liver support and detoxification. Powerful antioxidants have been included in this formula to improve the growth and repair of liver cells, and to increase bile solubility. Key amino acids and digestive enzymes are included to promote the breakdown and utilization of fat and elimination of toxic waste.
 
I use a term -- "total load"-- and define it as the sum total of the toxins that reside in our bodies - pesticides, harmful hormones from animal products, chemicals in body care products, industrial pollutants, automotive pollutants, heavy metals and so on. These substances accumulate and you don't necessarily feel anything --- but you gain weight, you feel sluggish, your bowels don't "work" right, you retain water, your joints and muscles ache, and you don't feel like yourself. Your brain chemistry and hormones can become unbalanced when your body has accumulated a "toxic total load". (By the way, as a hormone specialist, I have found it extremely helpful to have someone do a liver cleanse to expedite hormonal balance. The liver is involved in the hormonal pathways.)
 
The most important thing to remember for a cleansing program to be comfortable and successful, is not only should the bowels and kidneys be eliminating regularly, but the cells should be able to dump their toxins as well. If they don't, then you don't have a successful cleanse. I'll leave that part of the discussion to Donna Loftin (she speaks below) because that is her specialty. 
 
Chances are if you've read this far in the newsletter, you are interested in doing some type of cleanse and experiencing newness. Shedding winter's coat is a good thing in the spring. Most people feel like a weight has been lifted. They feel clean inside and can think more clearly. Your body deserves a deep cleansing at least once a year. When you think of it, we clean ourselves externally every day, but how often do we internally cleanse?