12 Signs You May Need to Detox
A Note from Dr. Sara Gottfried, MD
I used to think detox was a luxury. Now I realize it is imperative.
I learned about detox first through yoga; not at medical school or during residency. In fact, I learned a lot about detox during my years at Kripalu in Western Massachusetts.
I experienced sluggishness and felt as if my liver was overtaxed. I finally realized I was in need of a detox, despite the relative silence on the topic from my mainstream medical education.
Perhaps you are like the women in my practice
who tell me they can’t drink like they used to: one glass of wine is their upper limit. Otherwise they don’t sleep well, or they get fat, or they experience brain fog the next day.
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As we age, the composition of our bodies change, which means that our reaction to alcohol over time also changes. This is why hangovers hit harder the older we are. Aging is also why detoxing becomes an important resource on our journey to balanced hormones, a healthy body, and mindfulness.
Have you experienced 4 or more of these symptoms in the last 3 months?
# 1. White or yellow-coated tongue and/or bad breath
# 2. Fluid retention and/or congested sinuses
# 3. Increased belly or visceral fat and/or abdominal bloating
# 4. Cravings and/or blood sugar issues
# 5. Gallbladder concerns or you had it removed
# 6. Overheating/excess sweating
# 7. Weight loss resistance
# 8. Acne, rosacea, itchy skin
# 9 Fatigue unrelieved by more sleep, especially in the morning
# 10. Insomnia - especially early morning awakening such as 1-4 a.m.
# 11. Chemical sensitivity - you’re a lightweight when you drink alcohol or smelling fragrances makes you anxious
# 12 Moodiness
Studies recommend detoxing for a minimum of 21 days if you have experienced 4 or more of the above symptoms in the last 3 months. This may indicate that you have a congested liver that needs a vacation. Unsure of where to start on your detox journey? The Hormone Reset Diet is a great place to begin your journey to optimal health, before starting Reset360’s 21 Day Hormone Reset Detox.
