Techniques To Assist In Detoxification

After a session of reflexology it is common to experience flu-like symptoms while the body is ridding itself of poisons. To help this process you may want to try some of the following techniques:

Skin Brushing Always brush in the directions of the heart. The skin is one of our primary avenues for detoxification along with the lungs, kidneys, liver and colon.

Baths: Can be taken 2-3 times per week. Soak in tub for about 30 minutes or less.

Epsom Salts Bath: This bath opens pores, helping to eliminates toxins and pain. One cup epsom salts and 2 tablespoons of fresh grated ginger. (Put ginger in a tea steeper or wrap in old nylon to be placed inside of tub water.

Vinegar Bath: This is great when the body is too acid. It helps to restore the acid-alkaline balance. Use 1 Cup to 2 quarts of 100%apple cider vinegar to a bathtub or warm water. This is excellent for excess uric acid in the body and especially in the joints creating symptoms of arthritis, bursitis, tendentious, and gout. Also beneficial for heavy metal toxicity.