Why Cleanse?
Why Cleanse?
Reset
Rejuvenate
Recharge
Renew
Why Cleanse?
Recommit
ourselves to a healthy,
authentic
lifestyle.
Why Cleanse?
To return to the
basics – healthful
whole foods, that
are predominantly
plant-based and with
minimal processing.
Benefits of a Cleanse
•Connection with your body
•Clear skin
•More energy
•Stronger immune system
•Improved body composition
•Kickstarts healthy changes
•Reaccustom your taste buds to subtle,
less sweet/salty flavours
•Vibrant, amazing health
Benefits of a Cleanse
While on this cleanse you may
experience brief, transitory
symptoms of discomfort.
This cleanse is designed to
support your body’s healthy
normal functions – not
challenge them.
Cleanse vs. Detox
Cleanse: an opportunity to clean up
your life – your diet, your habits, your
thoughts and behaviours
Cleanse vs. Detox
Cleanse: an opportunity to clean up
your life – your diet, your habits, your
thoughts and behaviours
Detox: an individualized program
designed to stimulate detoxification in the
body. Can focus on individual organs
(liver, lungs, kidney, skin, digestive tract)
or full body. Can be used to address
specific symptoms or toxicities.
The Cleanse
10 days of healthy
eating, body moving,
deep breathing,
cleansing indulgence!
The Cleanse
Healthy whole foods diet
Cleansing Immuni-Tea
Movement medicine
Deep breathing
Restorative sleep
Supportive supplements
The Cleanse Diet
Healthy whole foods diet
• Avoid processed foods
• Avoid inflammatory foods –
dairy, processed meats, corn,
potatoes, gluten containing
grains, alcohol, preservatives
and sugar
Eat food,
Not too much,
Mostly plants.
~Michael Pollan
In Defense of Food: An
Eater’s Manifesto
The Cleanse Diet
Healthy whole foods diet
• Focus on plants – fruits,
vegetables, beans, nuts
and seeds
The Cleanse Diet
Healthy whole foods diet
• Healthy lean animal
proteins are permitted but
choose carefully
• Eggs
• Free range chicken
• Grass-fed beef and
bison
The Cleanse Diet
Healthy whole foods diet
• Gluten free grains
• Avoid GF substitutes
• Choose grains that look
like grains – rice,
quinoa, millet, oats
The Cleanse Diet
Clean, fresh water
• Water is needed by every
cell in the body and makes
up over half of the human
body weight
The Cleanse Diet
Clean, fresh water
• Drinking water will support
your organs of elimination
and help cleanse you from
the inside, out
Cleansing Immuni-Tea
A nourishing herbal tea to
support your body and
encourage optimal immune
function during the change of
seasons
Cleansing Immuni-Tea
Nettles (Urtica dioca)
Used to strengthen and support the
whole body
Long used throughout Europe as a
general detoxifying remedy
Also an effective treatment for
seasonal allergies
Cleansing Immuni-Tea
Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)
One of the best herbal medicines for
immune system support,
strengthening both specific and
nonspecific immunity
Also supports the liver and helps
protect it from damage
Cleansing Immuni-Tea
Red clover (Trifolium pratense)
An excellent lung tonic and alterative
(herbs that improve overall health and
vitality).
Cleansing Immuni-Tea
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum)
An excellent liver tonic, supporting
detoxification and protecting the liver
from damage.
Milk thistle can restore liver function
impaired by disease and exposure to
alcohol and medications.
Cleansing Immuni-Tea
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)
A highly useful liver and kidney tonic,
supporting elimination during
detoxification and cleanses.
Can reduce inflammation and
congestion in the liver and digestive
tract
Cleansing Immuni-Tea
Elder berries (Urtica dioca)
One of my favourite immune
supportive herbs – elder has been
shown to be an phenomenal antiviral
and immune tonic
It protects the body against viruses
and improves immune response
Movement
Medicine
Movement is medicine.
Spend time every day
moving and stretching to
reconnect with your body.
The type of exercise isn’t as
important as the habit of
regular movement.
Movement
Medicine
Move frequently
throughout the day. If you
sit at work a reasonable
goal is to get up and move
at least 3 times every hour
(every 20 minutes)
Deep Breathing – 4,7,8
The lungs are the most
vulnerable organ in the autumn
and winter months.
Deep breathing exercises can
support and nourish our lungs
and bring clean, fresh oxygen
to our cells.
Deep Breathing – 4,7,8
Place one hand on your chest and one
hand on your abdomen
Inhale to a count of 4 through your
nose and deep into your belly
Hold for 7 seconds
Exhale through your mouth
for 8 seconds
Repeat 10 times, twice per day
Restorative Sleep
Sleep is essential to life and is
necessary for optimal
immune function.
Restorative functions like muscle
growth, tissue repair, protein
synthesis and cognitive processing
occur during sleep.
Restorative Sleep
Adults need 7.5-8 hours of sleep per
night for optimal body functioning.
Get to bed at the same time each
night and wake at the same time
each morning to establish healthy
sleep habits.
Supportive
Supplements
Vitamin D
One of the most essential
nutrients for immune
function.
All Canadians are deficient
during the winter months.
Supportive
Supplements
Vitamin D
Supplementation is
recommended for all
Canadians of all ages
during the months of
October to April.
Supportive
Supplements
Flax Seeds
Ground flax seeds are an
excellent source of fiber,
protein and omega 3 fatty
acids. They can improve
bowel function and help
you feel more full.
Supportive
Supplements
Probiotics
The impact of bacteria on
human health is staggering.
The gut in our digestive
tract influence our
digestion, immune function
and mood.
Supportive
Supplements
Probiotics
Healthy bacteria protect us
against the effects of bad
bacteria and help to
regulate our immune
system.
Supportive
Supplements
Probiotics
Seasonal supplementation
with a multistrain probiotic
can help to support healthy
bacteria colonies in the
large intestine.
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