What is Detoxification?
Sometimes we consume and absorb more toxins than the body can easily manage in a day. Detoxification is the process of removing waste and other harmful material from the body.
It is mostly performed by the liver, but the kidneys, skin, lungs and the lymphatic system also play a large role in our body’s ability to remove metabolic and environmental waste.
The underlying philosophy behind detoxification is the belief in the body’s innate ability to heal itself once toxins are removed. Assisted detoxification therefore supports the body in its own process through a variety of modalities.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy utilizes lymphatic drainage and the pores of the skin to help remove metabolic waste and toxins from the body. As negative pressure is applied it pulls skin, fascia, adipose tissue, and muscle up into the cup, opening capillary beds and lymphatic vessels. Some forms of metabolic waste and toxins will leave the capillary beds and enter the lymphatic system, while others will be completely pulled out of the body through the pores of the skin.
You can use cupping for detoxification:
…after surgery
…on a weekly basis for general health
…if you have been exposed to a high level of chemical pollution at work or from an accident
…while performing a dietary cleanse
…when you know you need help removing extra waste or toxins from the body
…if you have recently finished radiation or chemotherapy
…if you have been exposed to a high level of chemical pollution at work or from an accident
Ear Coning
Ear Coning is the process of using a special hollow candle to pull ear wax and debris out of the ear canal and beyond. It has been used effectively to relieve symptoms of allergies, high wax production, itching, minor hearing impairment, colds & flus.
Detox Ion Foot Bath
The Detox Ion FootBath can also pull toxins out of your body through your feet, balance pH, reduce inflammation and promote well-being.
With feet quietly resting in the foot bath the debris that begins to form in the water are the toxins. The water changes color naturally because of the chemical reaction between the electricity and the salt water, not because of toxins.
The Center for Disease Control reports that up to 85% of all illness are caused by toxins and pollutants in our bodies. The human body functions best when the ions are balanced at 80% negative and 20% positive.
The goal of the foot detoxes is to make the body’s pH more “alkaline,” because an alkaline body is crucial to a person’s health. Diseases thrive in an acidic environment. So the less acidic your body is and the more alkaline, the less prone you are to contracting a disease, such as osteoporosis or cancer, etc. Besides a healthy diet, an ionic detox helps to facilitate the alkalization process through the process of ionization, which removes “free radicals” from the body.
Ozone Therapy
- One of the most important factors in healing is oxygen. Ozone helps improve oxygen delivery in your body by causing more oxygen to be released by hemoglobin and improving red blood cell flexibility, allowing the red blood cells to travel through small capillaries better
- Ozone also improves ATP production, increases key antioxidants and nitric oxide, which improves blood circulation, and modulates the immune system, increasing certain cytokines that reduce inflammation and decreasing certain cytokines that increase inflammation
- Even though ozone dissipates quickly, it creates a whole host of downstream metabolites — messenger molecules — that may kill pathogens and up-regulate your immune system, and they last for days
- Ozone therapy can be done at home and include rectal, vaginal and ear insufflation, along with drinking ozone water; ozone saunas can be done too
- The coronavirus is a lipid-coated virus, and if you disrupt that lipid coat, you reduce or eliminate its infectivity. Ozone attacks lipids, and viruses cannot repair that damage. Thus, ozone may effectively destroy viruses.
From Dr. Mercola’s Newsletter
1. Improved circulation 2. Cell energizer 3. Vitality booster 4. Immune enhancer 5. Skin purifier 6. Oxygenates hemoglobin 7. Neutralizes acid 8. Liver cleanser 9. Kills parasites 10. Combats chronic fatigue syndrome 11. Corrects dizziness 12. Blood purifier 13. Relieves muscle aches 14. Builds muscle 15. Combats depression 16. Neutralizes stomach acid 17. Overcomes weakness 18. Corrects memory loss 19. Enhances immune system 20. Fights bronchial problem 21. Prevents tumors 22. Decomposes plague 23. Increases cellular vitality 24. Boosts energy 25. Fights flu 26. Releases tension 27. Burns fat 28. Protects against stroke 29. Kills virus 30. Blood booster 31. Speeds healing 32. Improves digestion 33. Clears out brain fog 34. Cleans mucus 35. Kills candida 36. Improves heart function 37. Fights infection 38. Prevents sudden heart attack 39. Kills bacteria 40. Relieves angina 41. Heightens alertness 42. Prevents colds 43. Stops cancer cells 44. Neutralizes chronic hostility 45. Calms nerves 46. Speeds recovery 47. Oxidizes poisons 48. Breaks up cholesterol 49. Eliminates lactic acid 50. Speeds athletic recovery 51. Improves mental quickness 52. Strengthens immune system 53. Improves vitamin uptake 54. Kills Candida 55. Improves mineral absorption 56. Destroys harmful microorganisms 57. Oxidizes morbific material 58. Balances acid/alkaline 59. Decreases stress 60. Improves amino acid utilization. Ozone stimulates the production of white blood cells. These cells protect the body from viruses, bacteria, fungi and cancer. If, deprived of oxygen, these cells malfunction. They fail to eliminate invaders and even turn against normal, healthy cells (allergic reactions). 61. Improves brain function 62. Oxygenates pancreas 63. Kills bad colon bacteria 64. Ignites carbohydrates 65. Helps supplements to work better 66. Burns off excess sugar 67. Enhances mood 68. Purifies liver 69. Oxygenates spleen 70. Improves mental stability 71. Speeds up faulty metabolism 72. Clears out dirty fluids 73. Detoxifies the lymph system 74. Prevents degenerate diseases 75. Prevents premature aging 76. Prevents irregular heartbeat 77. Prevents gangrene 78. Prevents peripheral vascular disease 79. Fights herpes 80. Kills worms 81. Fights emphysema 82. Prevents angina pain 83. Prevents shingles 84. Prevents fever blister 85. Prevents asthma 86. Prevents lymes disease 87. Fights parasitic infection 88. Fights Fibermayalgia 89. Prevents epsein barr 90. Prevents cluster headaches 91. Prevents cardiac arrhythmias 92. Disburses heavy metal toxicity 93. Prevents allergies 94. Neutralizes environmental toxicity 95. Prevents Alzheimer’s 96. Prevents constipation 97. Prevents nerve related diseases 98. Prevents gastro intestinal disorders 99. Prevent ms 100.Detoxifies every cell in the body.
Far Infrared Sauna
Aside from supporting our body’s natural detoxification process through diet, we can aid it by doing regular activities that facilitate sweating like exercise and sitting in a Far Infrared Sauna which help eliminate water soluble toxins through our skin.
Research shows that fever is a core mechanism by which your body fights viral infection. You can simulate a fever by raising your core body temperature in a sauna.
Near Infrared Light Therapy
Near Infrared Light Therapy is also called photobiomodulation (PBM). The mitochondria, sometimes called the “power generators” of cells, soak it up and make more energy. This helps cells repair themselves and become healthier, healing skin, muscle tissue and even bone in some cases.
Red light therapy may help with:
- Dementia:In one small study, people with dementia who got regular near-infrared light therapy on their heads and through their noses for 12 weeks had better memories, slept better, and were angry less often.
- Dental Pain:In another small study, people with temporomandibular dysfunction syndrome (TMD) had less pain, clicking, and jaw tenderness after red light therapy.
- Hair Loss:One study found that men and women with androgenetic alopecia (a genetic disorder that causes hair loss) who used daily RLT device for 24 weeks grew thicker hair. People in the study who used a fake RLT device didn’t get the same results.
- Osteoarthritis:One study found red and infrared light therapy cut osteoarthritis-related pain by more than 50%.
- Tendinitis:A very small study of 7 people suggests RLT lessens inflammation and pain in people with Achilles tendinitis.
- Wrinkles and other signs of skin aging and skin damage: Research shows RLT may smooth your skin and help with wrinkles. RLT also helps with acne scars, burns, and signs of UV sun damage.
Earthing/Grounding
Earthing, also called Grounding, is a therapeutic technique that involves doing activities that “ground” or electrically reconnect you to the earth.
There are many types of grounding. They can be done through either direct or indirect contact with the earth.
One of the easiest ways to ground yourself to the earth is to walk barefoot on grass, sand, or even mud, and swimming in water. At our Spa, we use grounding devices that can yield the same results.
The most recent scientific research has explored grounding for inflammation, cardiovascular disease, muscle damage, chronic pain, and mood.
The central theory from one study is that grounding affects the living matrix, which is the central connector between living cells. Electrical conductivity exists within this matrix that functions as an immune system defense, similar to antioxidants. Through grounding, the natural defenses of the body can be restored.
One study indicated significantly less red blood cell clumping after grounding, which suggests benefits for cardiovascular health.
Blood work in another study indicated that grounding reduced muscle damage and pain in post-exercise participants. This suggests that grounding may influence healing abilities.
A recent study on grounding for pain reduction and mood improvement found that after the earthing therapy, pain, stress, depression, and fatigue were all reduced among participants.
People have reported improvement for conditions such as chronic fatigue, chronic pain, anxiety & depression, sleep disorders, and cardiovascular disease.
We use grounding devices in conjunction with every visit as a complimentary treatment.
Vibration Plate
The Bulletproof Vibe is a whole body vibration platform that vibrates at a frequency of 30Hz. The vibration has several benefits:
- Warm-up and recovery. It increases blood flow to muscles pre- and post-workout. This enhanced blood flow prior to activity warms the muscles and allows them to operate much more efficiently than with most other warm-ups.
- Stretching. The vibrations produced by the Bulletproof Vibe will produce better range of motion than stretching alone.
- Balancing and strengthening. Boring exercises are spiced up and made much more effective during whole body vibration.
READY, SET, VIBE
- Use anytime for a quick workout or stretching session
- Stand, squat, or strike a yoga pose while you Vibe
- Beginners can start using the Vibe 2-3 times per week for 5-10 minutes a session
- 30 Hertz fixed frequency
- Maximum capacity 300lbs
A physician uses it with his patients when he does physical medicine treatments to help with neuromuscular re-education, increase lymphatic drainage, and micro-circulation to decrease inflammation.
Warning: Always consult your physician before beginning this or any exercise program, especially if you have any medical condition.
DO NOT use the Bulletproof Vibe if you have a medical condition that could be affected by vigorous shaking and vibrations, or are at risk of stroke or heart attack, are pregnant or may be pregnant, have a history of detached retinas or other retinal/eyeball problems, have received an intraocular lens implant, or are recovering from recent surgery.
If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness, shortness of breath, severe joint pains, or changes in vision or hearing during use, stop using the Bulletproof Vibe immediately and consult your doctor before continuing.
BreathWork
Methodical breathing breaks unwanted patterns, stimulates creativity, clears old energy, encourages new beliefs which facilitates letting go of negative beliefs.
PEMF Therapy
Pulsed Electro Magnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy devices administer precise natural pulsating magnetic fields to the body with specific frequencies and intensities which in turn help to restore / stimulate the body’s own regeneration process. The pulses of low-level electromagnetic waves heal tissue and bone to relieve injury-related pain. It assists emotional and pain relief & hormonal balancing. There are over 2,000 medical studies that evaluate these effects ranging from arthritis, cell regeneration, circulation, skin wound healing, and pain. Dr. Oz cited PEMF therapy devices as one of the most important breakthroughs in pain management that he’s ever discovered.